[Tune: US Marines Battle Song – “From The Shores Of Montezuma”]
From the halls of S.D.C.C.D.
To the doors of E.C.C.
Rod smith taught our students grammar
In the classroom; in the street
First to fight for education’s freedom
And to keep our standards high
We are proud to claim this statement:
“Our District Mission Will Survive”
For all the years you’ve given us
We are grateful that you stayed
You’ve contributed to our success
We say “Thanks” for the role you played
Here’s our wish for health and happiness
As you leave us all with gloom
We’ve been very proud to serve with you
But now we all will have more room
As you close the door on this career
We know you’ll be just fine
You’ve instilled in us the courage
To go forward to our front lines
And if CITY, MESA, MIRAMAR
Ever look to heaven’s scenes
They will find the streets are guarded
By Colonel Smith of E.C.C
We Salute You & Thank You!
M. Schroeder-Clary
Late 1980’s