The Class of ’95 of the Welkom Secondary School is challenging all alumni to join them in their project to renovate, renew, restore and upgrade the school, one classroom at a time.
This challenge was made after the group of former classmates met after more than 20 years for their first annual class reunion, and to celebrate 36 years in education of the Welkom Secondary School.
The reunion took place on 29 April at the school in Bronville.
The school first opened its doors in 1987 as the first, and still the only secondary school serving the community of Bronville and its surrounding areas.
According to Jannie Swartz, chairperson of the Class of ’95 group and his working committee members, the aim of the event was not only to bring old school friends together, but also to celebrate life and the success of the school.
Welkom Secondary School, against all odds, keeps showing exceptional results achieving 93,2% to a 100% pass rate over the past few years, competing with the best schools in the region.
“It was a nostalgic weekend for everyone because this was the first reunion where present and former teachers and principals of the school were invited to the celebrations.
“We also invited family members of students and teachers we have lost along the way,” Swartz explained.
On the night of the reunion, pledges were already made towards upgrading one of the classrooms which will be named “Class of ’95”.
“There is great excitement around the project’s proceedings, which is leading to renewed interest in the community by alumni from all over South Africa,” added Swartz.
For more information, the principal of the Welkom Secondary School, Gerald de Jager, can be contacted on 057-394-1520.
Donations towards this drive can be deposited directly into the school’s bank account.
The school can be contacted for the banking details.
