These photos were taken on the afternoon of the 6th of November, as the FHS students helped plant tulip bulbs in the front of the school. Tulips, petunias, and roses are a tradition in Sunnyvale and were all originally conceptualized by Bob Stahl, (pictured in large, group photo above, in the middle of the back row). Bob Stahl was a 1963 FHS grad and longtime Facilities Manager of FHS. In addition to his facilities responsibilities, Bob was the driving force and heart of the FHS campus landscaping, most notably the front of the campus. In 2005, Bob was diagnosed with a very aggressive case of lung cancer and retired from FHS. In his honor, a ceremony took place on Nov. 10, 2005 in which Bob was honored by a large group of community members, alumni, staff, and students in addition to the Mayor of Sunnyvale, and the FUHSD Board of Trustees, who declared it ‘Bob Stahl Day.’ A representative from Assembly woman, Sally Lieber’s office was here to present Bob with a commendation from the state, (a copy of which is in the display case in the main building). Bob is a humble man and was hesitant to agree to such a celebration; he only changed his mind when the celebration was designed as an opportunity for people — including FHS students — to help plant tulips. On the 6th of November FHS staff and students gathered to honor that tradition and were delighted that Bob was among us.