Opening
Vernon Barford Junior High School opened in 1967, but was officially opened on February 16, 1968 as a Canadian centennial school. It was named after the famous musician, Vernon Barford. Cutting the ribbon was E. Buxton, chairmain of the Edmonton Public School Board, who also has a school Earl Buxton Elementary School named after him.
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