History of my school
1923
Rikkyo Junior High School moved to Ikebukuro because the original building in Tsukiji burned during the Great Kanto Earthquake. A new building was constructed for our school, at that time.
1948
Due to educational system reforms after the war, the old style Rikkyo Junior High School system was abolished. “Rikkyo High School”, “Rikkyo Junior High School”, and “Rikkyo Primary School” were newly established.
1960
Rikkyo High School moved to Niiza in Saitama.
1981
Rikkyo Junior High School students started to join summer camps in Canada and the U.S.A.with the cooperation of Canadian and U.S. Episcopal Churches. Approximately 30 students participate each year in order to understand foreign cultures through exchanges with the students of Canada and the U.S.A.
1988
An Exchange with the Anglican Church Trinity School in the Philippines began.
1996
The Rikkyo Junior High School Establishment Centennial worship service was performed.
2000
Rikkyo Junior High School changed its name to “Rikkyo Ikebukuro Junior High School” and also added the new “Rikkyo Ikebukuro High School” in Ikebukuro. Rikkyo High School changed its name to “Rikkyo Niiza High School” and also added the new“Rikkyo Niiza Junior High School” in Niiza.
2009
Rikkyo Schools celebrate the 135th anniversary of foundation.
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History of Our School
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