Warren Bennett Newman
We are sad to report the passing of our dear friend and former teacher to many, Warren Bennett Newman. Warren had been suffering from several health issues for the past couple of years and passed away on May 5, 2018. He was born in 1934. Warren graduated from Burbank High School in the Winter of 1952.
Warren was a passionate educator and lover of the Arts. He began his teaching career at Horace Mann Elementary School, first as a Student Teacher and taught his first very own class in the Fall of 1956. Many BHS students from the 1962-1965 filled his classes those first few years at Horace Mann. Those first students would always remain special to him throughout his life...they were "his kids"...Many years later, he reconnected with many of his early students and hosted several parties at his home, where they were invited as guests.
Warren rose through the ranks in the Burbank Unified School District. He furthered his education, earning two Masters degrees and his Doctorate. He was eventually the Assistant Superintendent and then Superintendent in the South Pasadena School District. He taught at several colleges and universities, including USC. Warren spent 3 years in Washington D.C. working for the National Endowment of the Arts. He and his wife of 55 years, Sheila, traveled extensively advocating and consulting for the Arts.
Warren is survived by his wife and all of his friends and students who loved him and will be forever remembered by all of us whose lives he impacted and in many cases, changed for the better. Warren was a loyal BHS Alum and was a regular attendee at the Senior Bulldog Luncheons for many years...Bon Voyage, Warren.
Submitted by: Pam and Jon Kirkwood BHS '64
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