Alba Bustamante Torres, Class of 1950 Historian, Humanitarian When Alba Bustamante Torres was named Tucson Woman of the Year in 1975, it was noted that she received the recognition for her “active support of community projects, humanitarianism, and other qualities...
Andrew Tolson (Faculty 1927-1967) Teacher, Coach, Principal A 1926 graduate of The University of Arizona, Andrew “Andy” Tolson began his teaching career at Tucson High School. He taught civics and economics, served as baseball coach, assistant principal,...
Danny Romero (Faculty 1922- 1965) THS Teacher, Senior Class Advisor Long-time Tucson High School business practices teacher and Senior Class adviser for 43 yrs. – 1922 to 1965, when he retired. He influenced scores of students and assisted them in many ways even...
W. Arthur “Prof” Sewell (Faculty 1919-1950) THS Band Director “Blow that horn, boy!” The premier director of the Tucson High Band, who together with Miss Vail wrote the music to the song “All Hail to the Badgers.” A dedicated and inspiring instructor in instrumental...
Don Hummel, Class of1925 Mayor of Tucson Senior class president in 1925, and a Flying Tiger in World War II. Don was a graduate from the U of A and University of Michigan Law School. He served three terms as mayor of Tucson and on several national boards and...
