“Point of Historic Interest - Capay, California

“The Capay-Langville School - 1874-1980

“For nearly a century the Capay school bell summoned children to one of California’s longest existing schools located and functioning in the same site.

“Uniquely, the school’s basement served as a playroom during foul weather.

“In 1926, it unified with Cadenasso School - another early day grammer school district

“Students learned and progressed through nine grades offered by the pre-Dewey Educational System according to individual abilities.

“It represented the hopes and trials of the pioneers and immigrants in building the west and providing an education for their children.

“Erected by the alumni and friends of the Capay School through private donations, work and memorials.”