Wheelock Elementary Turns 75 With Alumni Tours
Lubbock families with children at the school can see how its history is passed to current students.
Updated on Nov. 7, 2026 in Primary Education
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Wheelock Elementary in Lubbock, Texas, marked its 75th birthday with a celebration that brought back alumni, who were guided through campus by current students.
Why it matters
For Lubbock families, the event shows how a neighborhood school can keep its history alive across generations, giving parents a sense of continuity about the building their children attend. Staff said they wanted to celebrate 75 years in style.
Wheelock Elementary first opened in 1952 and marked 75 years on November 6, 2026. The guided alumni tour included seven stops, and Principal Cayce Noble has led the school since 2021.
The players
Wheelock Elementary
A Lubbock public elementary school that first opened in 1952 and is named for Frank E. Wheelock.
Cayce Noble
Principal of Wheelock Elementary since 2021, overseeing the school's 75th anniversary celebration.
John Greer
A former Wheelock student and son of Milton Greer, the school's first principal, who attended the celebration.
The details
Current students practiced a script and completed multiple tour stops before leading former students through the building on Friday. The seven-stop route covered the history of the school's namesake, Frank E. Wheelock, school spirit, a then-and-now look at the campus, and a legacy project alumni were encouraged to paint. Memorabilia and shirts were on display, and student and alumni art covered the walls.
Timeline
1952: Wheelock Elementary first opens.
2021: Cayce Noble becomes principal.
November 6, 2026: Alumni return for the 75th birthday celebration and guided tours.
The Home Front
Wheelock's 75th birthday places it among Lubbock's older neighborhood elementary campuses, which have remained in service across several generations of families. The milestone reflects how mid-century school buildings in the city continue to anchor their surrounding neighborhoods.
If your child attends or is considering Wheelock Elementary, the school's history and alumni connections may be worth asking about at your next parent meeting. Families in the neighborhood can also check with the school directly about upcoming events and open-campus opportunities.
The takeaway
A school's long history can be a practical asset for families, since alumni networks and established campuses often bring stability to a neighborhood. If you are choosing a school, ask the office about its history, staff tenure, and community traditions.
Further reading
For more on how local campuses serve young learners, explore Primary Education coverage across the region.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Kcbd.
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