Divernon High School, erected 1912 (Illinois Glory Days)
Quick facts about Divernon High School (the link connects to much more school information on Illinois Glory Days, a website that chronicles more than 1,100 closed high schools throughout Illinois).
Year opened: Early 1900s. The first graduating class in 1904, consisted of a single woman, Minnie Reichert (1884-1960).
Year closed: 2007
Consolidated to: Auburn School District
Divernon HS team nickname: “Dragons” and “Lady Dragons”
Divernon HS team colors: Blue & Gold
Thanks to Phil Shadid for directing us to Illinois Glory Days.
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