During the boom, churches helped people remember their values. The city suddenly had more money and, as a result, more new things were available than ever before. How and what their children were taught brought parents together with teachers and other parents, helping to forge a community in the suddenly transformed city. The class photos in this collection show people who came from many different places and learned to live and work together. Today these portraits act as a reminder of good friends and good times past.

Class Photos  -  Wally West took many class photos of elementary school and high school classes in the city and surrounding areas from the 1950s to the 1970s. Class photos serve the same purpose today—reminding people of good friends and good times. Religion  -  The churches of the region had a broad community reach, from Catholic schools to Boy Scout troops. Schools (1947 - 1955)  -  During Prince George’s fastest growth period newcomers had to adapt to new schools and new friends. The school system accommodated rapidly increasing numbers of students. Images from 1947 - 1955.		Schools (1956 - 1965)  -  During Prince George’s fastest growth period newcomers had to adapt to new schools and new friends. The school system accommodated rapidly increasing numbers of students. Images from 1956 - 1965. Schools (1966 - 1972)  -  During Prince George’s fastest growth period newcomers had to adapt to new schools and new friends. The school system accommodated rapidly increasing numbers of students. Images from 1966 - 1972.