Burton Arthur Wragg was 53 and the principal of Grover Cleveland Elementary School when he was killed on January 29, 1979, in San Diego, California. The shooting began when 16-year-old Brenda Ann Spencer opened fire on the school from her home across the street with a .22-caliber rifle. Wragg was mortally wounded while trying to protect students and guide them to safety; custodian Mike Suchar was also killed. Eight children and a police officer were injured in the attack.

Spencer was taken into custody at the scene. Reports from the investigation described a history of behavioral issues and revealed she had expressed negative attitudes toward police and authority figures. When asked about her motive, Spencer said she didn’t like Mondays, a remark that drew widespread attention. The shooting prompted national discussion about school safety and related issues.

If anyone knew Principal Wragg, the school staff, or students from Grover Cleveland Elementary at that time, please share what you remember or any information that could add to the record.