Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Edward L. Patterson: Educator, Musician, and Pricipal

Edward L. Patterson
Patterson began his career at Parker-Gray High School as an instrumental music instructor and a social studies teacher.  In later years, he would become an Assistant Principal at the school.  He used his teaching position and contacts from his alma mater (Virginia State College) to motivate students to attend college and secure scholarships.  He was a member of the Trustee Board at Shiloh Baptist Church.  He also served in many civic organizations including the Alexandria Community Chest, the Northern Virginia Urban League, and N.A.A.C.P.

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