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VICTORIA PARK HIGH SCHOOL publication
VICTORIA PARK HIGH SCHOOLRef: https://victoriaparkhigh.com/our-history/
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What this means
This document is an informational 'About Us' page for Victoria Park High School, a secondary school in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. It outlines the school's founding in 1940, its historical development, leadership changes over time, and its educational philosophy centered on individuality, courage, and excellence. The page also describes the symbolism of the school badge, which includes the laurel wreath, Victoria Cross, and crown, reflecting values of victory, bravery, and service.
Facts
Places
Eastern Cape, Nelson Mandela Bay
Reference
https://victoriaparkhigh.com/our-history/
Key Takeaways
- 1940
- January
- Walmer Road
- Port Elizabeth
- 38 standard seven students
- Mr Henry Arnott
- Mr Thorp
- 1965
- over 500 pupils
- TC Thorp Hall
- Dave Weinronk Sports Complex
- 1967
- Mr GAC Pearson
- Mr David Blake
- Mr Peter Hollely
- Mr Mike Vermaak
- 2022
- Mr Garreth Jacobson
- Vivite Fortes
- Cnr Victoria Park Drive & 1st Avenue
- Victoria Park High School
- Henry Arnott
- Thorp
- GAC Pearson
- David Blake
- Peter Hollely
- Mike Vermaak
- Garreth Jacobson
- Dave Weinronk Sports Complex
- TC Thorp Hall