We continue our 100 Days, 100 Classes journey with the Miller City High School graduating class of 1979.
In 1979 the world witnesses the following: On March 26, 1979 in Salt Lake City in the most-watched game in American basketball history at the time, Magic Johnson’s Michigan State Spartans defeat Larry Bird’s Indiana State Sycamores 75-64 in the NCAA Tournament’s championship game. Three days later on March 29, the Three Mile Island nuclear plant experiences an accident. On April 1, the first cable television channel for children, Nickelodeon, is launched. Miller City High School’s largest ever class — 66 seniors — graduate on May 18. A week later, Ridley Scott’s sci-fi/horror flick Alien hits theaters in the U.S. In June, McDonald’s introduces the Happy Meal. On November 4 in Tehran, Iran nearly 3,000 Iranian demonstrators storm the U.S. Embassy and take 90 hostages — including 53 of whom are American — kicking off what will be then known as the Iranian Hostage Crisis. Home video game consoles begin to hit the shelves, including the Atari 2600.
Tomorrow 100 Days, 100 Classes celebrates the Class of 1980.
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We continue our 100 Days, 100 Classes journey with the Miller City High School graduating class of 1978.
In 1978 the world witnesses the following: From January 25-27, the Great Blizzard of 1978 strikes Ohio and much of the Great Lakes region. Approximately 90 deaths, including 51 in Ohio alone, are attributed to the storm. The newest thrill ride at Cedar Point is twin-track rollercoaster Gemini. In May in Miller City, Ohio 60 seniors say goodbye to Miller City High School. A few weeks later on June 16, the musical film Grease starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John is released. In December, the movie version of Superman starring Christopher Reeve in the title role is released in theaters across the country. Popular children’s gifts that year include Hungry Hungry Hippos, Simon Says, Connect Four and Matchbox Powertrack.
Tomorrow 100 Days, 100 Classes celebrates the Class of 1979.
We continue our 100 Days, 100 Classes journey with the Miller City High School graduating class of 1977.
In 1977 the world witnesses the following: The most popular toy of 1977 is the hand-held Mattel Football game. The world’s first personal computer, the Commodore PET, is demonstrated at the winter Consumer Electronics Show in Chicago in January. Near the end of May George Lucas’s science fiction movie Star Wars is released in theaters and the Miller City High School Class of 1977 graduates 54 seniors. On August 10, New York City serial killer David Berkowitz, aka “The Son of Sam”, is taken into custody in Yonkers after over a year of being on the loose. Six days later at his home in Graceland, rock ‘n roll icon Elvis Presley dies at the age of 42. On December 16, disco-themed movie Saturday Night Fever hits theatres.
Tomorrow 100 Days, 100 Classes celebrates the Class of 1978.
We continue our 100 Days, 100 Classes journey with the Miller City High School graduating class of 1976.
In 1976 the world witnesses the following: On ABC on the evening of January 27, television sitcom Laverne & Shirley makes its debut. On April 1 in California, Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak form the Apple Computer Company. In May, 55 Miller City High School seniors graduate. Cedar Point debuts its newest rollercoaster, The Corkscrew. On July 4, the United States celebrates the U.S. Bicentennial — the 200th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Eight days later on ABC, the first episode of Family Feud appears. On July 18, fourteen-year old Romanian gymnast Nadia Comaneci becomes the first to score a perfect “10” for her uneven bars routine at the Montreal Olympics. In October, Cincinnati’s “Big Red Machine” sweeps the New York Yankees to win back-to-back World Series titles. On November 2, Democratic nominee Jimmy Carter defeats incumbent President Gerald Ford to win the U.S. presidential election. On November 20, Sylvester Stallone’s Rocky premiered in New York City theatres.
Tomorrow 100 Days, 100 Classes celebrates the Class of 1977.
We continue our 100 Days, 100 Classes journey with the Miller City High School graduating class of 1975.
In 1975 the world witnesses the following: Wheel of Fortune makes its debut on January 6 on NBC. On March 31, John Wooden coaches his last game as his UCLA Bruins win their 10th national championship, defeating Kentucky 92-85. The Miller City High School Class of 1975 graduates 47 seniors on May 23. On June 20, in theaters across the country, Steven Spielberg’s movie Jaws makes its premiere. Saturday Night Live makes its television debut on October 11 on NBC. Eleven days later at Boston’s Fenway Park the Cincinnati Reds win Game 7 to clinch a thrilling World Series over the Red Sox. In a November 29 letter to Paul Allen, Bill Gates uses the name “Micro-soft” for the first time. One of the most popular children’s gifts in 1975 is a See ‘n Say.
Tomorrow 100 Days, 100 Classes celebrates the Class of 1976.
We continue our 100 Days, 100 Classes journey with the Miller City High School graduating class of 1974.
In 1974 the world witnesses the following: On January 15, Happy Days premieres on ABC. At the Academy Awards in Los Angeles on April 2, The Sting starring Paul Newman and Robert Redford wins Best Picture. Six days later, Atlanta Braves outfielder Henry “Hank” Aaron hits career home run #715 eclipsing the record held by legendary Yankee Babe Ruth. In May, 50 Miller City High School seniors graduate. On August 8, President Nixon announces his resignation due to the fallout from the Watergate scandal. Motorcycle daredevil Evel Knievel attempted to jump across the Snake River Canyon in Idaho on September 8 using a rocket-powered cycle called the Skycycle X-2. The jump failed due to a parachute malfunction, but Knievel survived with minor injuries. On October 30, Muhammad Ali knocks out George Foreman to regain the heavyweight boxing title in the famous “Rumble in the Jungle” bout in Kinshasa, Zaire. The most popular children’s toy was Atari’s home version of Pong.
Tomorrow 100 Days, 100 Classes celebrates the Class of 1975.
We continue our 100 Days, 100 Classes journey with the Miller City High School graduating class of 1973.
In 1973 the world witnesses the following: In Super Bowl VII, Don Shula’s Miami Dolphins complete the NFL’s only perfect season as they defeat the Washington Redskins 14-7. On January 27, President Nixon signs the Paris Peace Accords, thus ending the United States’s involvement in the war in Vietnam. On March 26, CBS debuts two television shows, The Young and the Restless and The $10,000 Pyramid. On April 3, in New York City the world’s first handheld cellular phone call is made by inventor Martin Cooper. The following day, also in New York, the World Trade Center opens its doors. On May 17, televised Senate hearings begin on the Watergate scandal. In Miller City, Ohio 64 seniors walk down the aisle that same month to receive their Miller City High School diplomas. At the Belmont Stakes on June 9, Secretariat wins by a whopping 31 lengths winning horse racing’s Triple Crown. On September 20, in front of 30,492 spectators at the Houston Astrodome and an estimated 90 million television viewers, tennis player Billie Jean King defeats Bobby Riggs in straight sets in what was known as The Battle of the Sexes.
Tomorrow 100 Days, 100 Classes celebrates the Class of 1974.
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We continue our 100 Days, 100 Classes journey with the Miller City High School graduating class of 1972.
In 1972 the world witnesses the following: On March 15, Director Francis Ford Coppola’s fictional organized crime film The Godfather premieres in New York City’s Loew’s State Theatre. In May, 51 Miller City High School seniors receive their diplomas. On June 17, five men are arrested for burglary at the Democratic National Committee offices at the Watergate Hotel in Washington, D.C. in the first event of what would later become the Watergate scandal. On the morning of September 5 at the 1972 Summer Olympic Games in Munich, Germany two Israeli team members are killed and nine more are taken hostage by eight members of the terrorist organization Black September. Nearly 20 hours later at an airport outside Munich, the nine remaining Israeli hostages are killed during an attempted rescue. Television sitcom M*A*S*H premieres on CBS on September 17. Incumbent Republican President Richard Nixon defeats Democratic challenger George McGovern in the November 7 U.S. general election. The most popular children’s toy was The Big Wheel.
Tomorrow 100 Days, 100 Classes celebrates the Class of 1973.
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We're delighted to share some incredible news from the recent Putnam County Fine Arts Festival, which took place on March 9th at Ottoville High School. Our Miller City High School students showcased their immense talent, contributing a total of 175 captivating artworks to the festival! Among our talented participants 32 Merit Ribbons were proudly awarded, recognizing the exceptional creativity and dedication demonstrated by our students.
But the excitement doesn't end there! We're thrilled to highlight the outstanding achievements of three of our students: Belle, Mya, and Isabelle. These remarkable individuals have not only showcased their talent but have also earned the prestigious Best of Show awards!
We are thrilled to announce that the Kewpee High School Invitational has commenced this weekend! We are excited to showcase the incredible talent of our students, with a total of 24 artworks on display.
But that's not all - we have some fantastic news to share! Three of our talented students have not only contributed to the exhibition but have also earned noteworthy recognition:
🥉 Anna secured 3rd place in the drawing category.
🥈 Kyla achieved 2nd place in assemblage.
🥉 Mya claimed 3rd place in assemblage as well.
We invite you all to visit the exhibition, which will remain open from now until Friday, April 12. Your support means a lot to our budding artists as they continue to explore and express their passion for art.
We continue our 100 Days, 100 Classes journey with the Miller City High School graduating class of 1971.
In 1971 the world witnesses the following: On January 12, CBS debuts television sitcom All in the Family. On May 16, a U.S. first-class postage stamp increases in cost from 6 cents to 8 cents. Five days later on May 21, Miller City High School graduates 54 seniors. On June 30, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory with Gene Wilder in the title role debuts in theaters. On July 5, the 26th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution (Right to Vote) is certified by President Nixon, officially lowering the voting age from 21 to 18. On the first day of October, theme park Walt Disney World opens in Orlando, Florida.
Tomorrow 100 Days, 100 Classes celebrates the Class of 1972.
This week our K-12 students celebrated Wellness Week. A special thanks to the Putnam County Task Force for Youth for providing resources and materials and to our Middle School and High School SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) Groups for leading many of our activities throughout the week!
Miller City Athletics Schedule: 3/25-3/30
We continue our 100 Days, 100 Classes journey with the Miller City High School graduating class of 1970.
In 1970 the world witnesses the following: On February 2, LSU’s “Pistol” Pete Maravich becomes the first college basketball player to score over 3,000 career points. Two days later, military biopic Patton starring George C. Scott premieres in New York City. On March 7, the eastern seaboard of the United States is in the path of a total solar eclipse. An Ohio newspaper headline -- "Millions See Eclipse; Next Showing in 2024" -- details the event. In April, Apollo 13 with astronauts Jim Lovell, Fred Haise and Jack Swigert experience an explosion aboard their spacecraft which forces them to abort their planned mission to the moon. Back on Earth, NASA flight controllers and engineers begin to work with the crew to bring them safely home. On April 17, after many perilous moments, the spacecraft safely splashes down in the Pacific Ocean. On May 4, four students at Kent State University are killed by members of the Ohio National Guard during an anti-war protest on campus. A senior class of 54 graduates from Miller City High School on May 22. Riverfront Stadium in Cincinnati opens on June 30. On September 21, ABC’s Monday Night Football makes its debut as the host Cleveland Browns defeat Joe Namath’s New York Jets 31-21. The most popular children’s Christmas toy in 1970 is a Lite-Brite.
Tomorrow 100 Days, 100 Classes celebrates the Class of 1971.
We continue our 100 Days, 100 Classes journey with the Miller City High School graduating class of 1969.
In 1969 the world witnesses the following: On January 1 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California the #1 Ohio State Buckeyes defeat O.J. Simpson and the 2nd-ranked USC Trojans 27-10, giving the Buckeyes and Woody Hayes an undisputed national championship. On May 18, Apollo 10 launches from Kennedy Space Center in Florida and would eventually transmit the first color pictures of Earth from space. Five days after Apollo 10’s launch on May 23, Miller City High School’s Class of 1969 graduates 45 seniors. As part of the Apollo 11 mission Wapakoneta, Ohio native Neil Armstrong becomes the first human to walk on the moon on July 20, 1969. Armstrong and the crew land on the surface of the moon shortly after 3pm EST that afternoon. At 10:56 EST that evening with nearly the whole world watching, Armstrong emerges from the lunar module, descends the exterior ladder and upon stepping on the surface utters the famous words, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” From August 15-18 in upstate New York, the famous Woodstock music festival takes place. On November 10 on PBS the children’s show Sesame Street makes its debut. The muscle car for 1969 is the Chevy Camaro.
Tomorrow 100 Days, 100 Classes celebrates the Class of 1970.
The Miller City Athletic Department is selling advertising on our outdoor athletic facilities. If you are interested, you can contact Kevin Deitering at mcad@mcncschools.org.
