I was most fortunate to be at my old school on the day school re-opened for the new academic year. I watched from a distance as the various forms took up their positions on the tarmac. After the National Pledge was recited the assembly was addressed by HM Ms. Shaundelle Bourne. It was one of the finest speeches I have heard in recent years.
Ms. Bourne welcomed the teachers and the students back after the long holidays. She had an especial warm welcome to “the little ones” for whom it was their very first day at high school. She drew attention to my presence which I thought was a most cordial gesture. Ms. Bourne then proceeded to deliver in her gentle and eloquent manner words of excellent advice to all the students. She reminded them that they were there for an education, therefore dedication to studies and assignments, discipline, and respect for teachers will be basic requirements. She told them to take pride in their uniform and in their school. She reminded them that a good night’s sleep and good nutrition are essential if they are to be alert and productive in school. She wished them well and concluded by telling the students that their success in school and in life are what her job and the job of all the teachers are all about.
The students then sang the school song before they were dismissed. I hope in the coming months the HM’s message will be repeated to the students by their teachers and by their prefects.
Rishi Singh
Beautiful I love my school and it’s a pleasure to continue to grow and serve our young generation. thank you Rishi for this beautiful day.
Brings back so many memories!!
Super! I didn’t even know who the HM was. It does warm my heart, and feel so proud that I was one of them (young ones) back in ’63. Seems like yesterday? Much appreciated
Rishi R.
Class of ’68
Exceptionally touching and emotional picture that transports you to the memorable years of attending high school at CHS. Those were the days,my friends, days that can’t be easily erased from our memories with wonderful teachers like the inimitable Julius N, Perkinson, Samnauth, Jaikarran, Hardutt C , Gunraj, Deornarine ,the brilliant Carpen , Claude Vieira, the intimidating J C Chandisingh ! Oh what great memories! Truly poignant , penetrating and pleasurable.
Thank you Rishi . Nobody Does It Better !
Jack brilliantly captures the spirit of the early days of our CHS tenure. We started in the old building across the street for one term. a singular event in this building that stood out for me was when Mr.Khan, our sports master, selected us to represent the school in table tennis. For some mysterious reason JC selected Victor Lachana and me to represent the student body at the ground breaking ceremony for the new building. We were overwhelmed by the dignitaries: the schout ool’s Board of Governors and Janet Jagan, who was the Minister of Home Affairs at that time. A teacher that stood out for me in later years was Edmund Carpen. I admired his brilliance and his readiness to socialize with us.
I am just thrilled to see a picture of CHS. It’s been so long that I was there, yet it seems like yesterday. I am moved at the sight of the students and building. I wish I could be there now if only for a moment to revive the 5 short years God gracefully allowed me to have at CHS. I miss my friends and teachers. There is no time like high school years. I will forever cherish those memories. Thanks so much for this post. God bless….. Kaushal Pooran (1974-1978)