This Day in History: 1926-06-17
Twenty-five pupils were recognized as having perfect attendance during the school year at the annual commencement exercises of the four schools in Mahwah. There were an additional six students who only missed school on the day of a heavy snow storm. Particular praise was directed toward Willard Holman. He had not been absent for five years. Six students also received special certificates for proficiency in the Palmer writing method, surely one of the most difficult goals to achieve in the history of American education. (Bristow)