Historical Sketch from SF Muni Report 1879-80 DENMAN MEDALS In June, 1865, James DENMAN, presented to the Board of Education the sum of $1,000 to establish a medal fund, the proceeds from the interest of which were to be expended annually in procuring medals for the most deserving pupils attending the Denman Grammar School. At first, a gold medal was awarded the best scholar in the graduation class and silver medals to each graduate who was good in deportment and regular attendance. A silver medal was also given to the best pupil in each of the lower classes. At present, none but silver medals are awarded, and those only to graduates who are good in the deportment and regular in attendance. The following teachers have been Principals of the school: James DENMAN, elected November 17, 1851 George TAIT, elected June , 1857 Theodore BRADLEY, elected December, 1861 James DENMAN, re-elected July 3, 1864 John SWETT, elected December, 1867 James DENMAN, re-elected January, 1871 John SWETT, re-elected December, 1873 James DENMAN, re-elected June 13, 1876 ======================================= Carolyn