School History | Govermate

What this means

This document is a historical overview of Alberton High School, detailing its founding in 1974 by community members due to the lack of an English-medium high school in Alberton. It describes the school's early challenges, such as lacking furniture, and highlights key milestones including its official opening in 1975, the creation of its badge and motto 'Totum ex Partibus', and rapid growth in enrolment and infrastructure. The document also outlines the legacy of its leaders and enduring traditions in academics, sports, and culture.

Facts

Reference

https://www.albertonhighschool.co.za/about/school-history/

Key Takeaways

1974
Alberton High School
English-medium high school
first acting principal: Mr Tobias
official opening: 1975
first principal: Rod Conacher
motto: Totum ex Partibus
school badge design: 1975 by Mr IJ Joubert
first senior certificate exams: 1976
enrolment reached 1,100 in 1980
prefab classes built in F-block and G-block
current leadership: Ms L De Bruin, Mr J Venter, Ms T Faia, Ms A Oosthuizen
35 Phantom Street Randhart Alberton 1449
Alberton High School
Mr D Harris
Mr P Stathoulis
Mrs J Poltera
Mr J Scott
Mr R Greyling
Mr Tobias
Rod Conacher
Mr Gerald Kallman
Mr Minnie
Ms L De Bruin
Mr J Venter
Ms T Faia
Ms A Oosthuizen
Mrs Jardine
Mr IJ Joubert