John M. Langston High School
Former public school in Danville, Virginia
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John M. Langston High School is a former school for African Americans in Danville, Virginia.[1] It was built in 1932. E. A. Gibson was the first principal. He was succeeded by R. L. Armstead, C. D. Paige, and John Byrd. A new school building was constructed in 1958 on Cleveland Street.[2] In 1970, with integration, it was merged with George Washington High School and converted to a junior high school. It was renamed in 2016.[3] C. B. Claiborne is an alumnus. Joyce Glaise wrote about her experiences at the school and growing up in the Danville community.[4]
Westmoreland High School preceded it.[5]
It was one of many high schools for African Americans converted to serve lower grades after integration.[6] A book on Danville has a photo of the school.[7]
Notable alumni
- Jim Mitchell (defensive lineman), American football player
- C. B. Claiborne, basketball player
