His first graduating class (1946)
numbered 58. The class of '68 had 152 graduates. The teaching
staff grew from 12 to 29. A new high school as well as a new
shop/agriculture/music wing were build during Mr. Belknap's reign.
A new grandstand and gymnasium were also constructed.Belknap helped organize the Seamount league and served as its first president. He also promoted the amendment, which changed the classification of high schools from the old "A" and "B" system to a four-class system.
Of the Fife/Milton community, Belkanp says: "It is closer knit than most, and because the school is the community center, school events get a great deal of attention."
Mr. Belknap gave the "Trojan head" wood carved plaque to the school as a token of his appreciation for his years at Fife High School. This plaque now hangs in the reception area of the office complex.