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Happy Valley School
celebrated its Centenary in 1998. The information below, was on the web
site that year and will give you an idea of some of the major events,
which helped make it a memorable year of reflection and celebration.
This school history
section of our web site will evolve into an archive of photos and
information. If you are a past student and would like something
posted (e.g. old photos or text or contact information for past school
mates) please contact us and we'll see what
we can do.
This year our
school is celebrating 100 years of learning. The Centenary
Committee, together with staff, students and parents, has worked hard to
ensure this is a grand year of learning and celebration.
There is still time for you to offer your help for the Big Weekend.
If you are a past scholar, parent or staff member or know of someone who
is, please contact Deb Solly at the school to register your interest.
Miss McCarthy and The School circa
1923
Time to
Reminisce
Old Scholars
and Past Teachers don't miss the Centenary Roll Call on Saturday 24
October. Signing on will be from 10.00 am - 12.00 pm. The
Roll Call will be an event not to be missed. It will start
at 12.00 pm on the school netball courts. There will be plenty of
opportunities for once in a lifetime group photos. Don't miss it!
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Grades Preps, 1 & 2 in 1972 |
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The Centenary book, which is now at the publisher, has been given
the title " Children of the Valley". It will be
launched on 24 October and will sell for $10. We are
doing a limited first run so be there on the day and get your copy.
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Miss Snelling and students circa 1919 |
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The research
committee interviewed a number of past students, parents and staff
and we thank those who provided information, photos or anecdotes.
There is still time, however, for you to make a special contribution
contribution to the special display of memorabilia which will be set
up in the school hall on Saturday 24 October. |
Throughout 1998
the Centenary will impact on the school curriculum. A Centenary
Pack has been developed by staff as a resource for cross curricular
activities. Find out more about what's been happening in the
school by clicking below!
The Big Celebration: 23rd & 24th October |
Friday 23 October 1998
Get dressed up
and come along to our Back to the Past Open Day. School
starts at 12.30 pm with old style lessons and classroom visits from past
students (parents, grandparents, friends).
A special
assembly will be held at 12.40 pm and fingernail inspections and
the Pledge of Allegiance will be the order of the day!
The Centenary stained glass panel will be unveiled too.
From
3.00 pm - 5.00 pm take part in our Old Fashioned Sports Day then enjoy a
Picnic Tea and help set up
for the Big Day!
Saturday 24
October 1998
10.00 am -
4.00 pm: Join in the fun on the
rides and at the stalls, buy some food, drink, souvenirs (including
centenary wine and port), visit the special display of memorabilia in
the school hall, join in the special ceremonies. Enjoy
Devonshire Tea and a chat with an old school mate. If you are a
past student or staff member don't forget to sign on for the roll call.
10.00 am -
12.00 pm: Signing On for past
students and staff - in the central courtyard from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm.
11.00 am:
The Minister of Education, Children's Services and Training, the Hon
Malcolm Buckby, unveils the commemorative plaque at the front of the
school.
11.10 am:
Mr. Bob Such, MP, buries the time capsule at the front of the school.
11.25 am:
Past Principals, Malcolm Ruediger and Neville Carr, unveil the
commemorative plaque at the old school site.
11.45 am:
Announcement to gather for the Official Roll Call.
12.00 - 1.00
pm: Assembly & Roll Call -
involving past teachers, principals and students. This will be on
the Netball Courts. Make sure you're there! Make
sure you bring your camera!
1.00 pm:
Centenary Book launch by Onkaparinga Council Mayor, Ray Gilbert at the
netball courts immediately following the Roll Call
1 .45 pm:
Tree Planting on the southern side of the school oval with the oldest
past students, youngest and oldest current students and Deputy Mayor of
Onkaparinga City Council, Trevor Fletcher.
2.00 pm:
CFS display on the oval
2.15 pm:
Presentation of the Centenary Wall Hanging and Piano Cover in the school
hall.
2.30 pm:
Horse display on the oval
3.00 pm:
Decorated bike parade
4.00 pm:
Close
8.00 pm -
late!:
Centenary Dance at YMCA Hall,
Candy's Road, Happy Valley. Tickets are $15 per double and $8
singles. BYO drinks and nibbles.
Get a group together and join in the fun!
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Deb Excell 
