4. Adult Life
Robert R. Gray Elementary is named after Robert Ridgley Gray. Mr. Gray was
principal of the former Fairmont Heights Elementary School which was located
at the intersection of Addison Road and Sheriff Roads. He served as principal
from its opening in 1934 until his retirement in 1970. He was also mayor of
Fairmont Heights from 1977-1989. Mr. Gray was an extraordinary educator,
administrator, and role model for all children. He received his Bachelor of Arts
degree in Elementary Education from Morgan State University and his Master
of Arts degree in Administration and Supervision from New York University. Mr.
Gray believed that all children should receive a quality education. The
administration and staff of Robert R. Gray Elementary work diligently to keep
Mr. Gray’s dream active.
Mr. Gray was deceased on April 23, 2003 at the age of 92. He is survived by his
wife, Mildred.