Grimsley helps unite people in Greensboro
The year was 1956. It was my first year at Dudley High School. That’s where I first met Josephine Boyd. She was two grades ahead of me. Even though she was small in stature, she stood tall academically. Her decision to transfer to Greensboro Senior High, now known as Grimsley, was indeed a challenge for her. Imagine how alone she must have felt. Thank God for the five students who befriended her.
The stakes were not only high for Josephine, but also for these five brave girls. They took a chance of being ostracized by their peers or possibly put themselves in harm’s way.
Some people didn’t want the News & Record to print this story; they said it opened up old wounds. I’m sure they are very responsible in making sure of the accuracy of whatever they print.
As for Grimsley High School, I applaud you for doing something you were not compelled to do: honoring Josephine Boyd Bradley. I label that integrity. Thanks, Grimsley, for your gesture to further unite the citizens of this great city. For this I honor you.
Shirley J. Wright
Greensboro
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"I’m sure they are very responsible in making sure of the accuracy of whatever they print."
Are you serious?
Posted on April 3, 2006 11:45 AM