Rekindling Connections

The Class of 82 and 83 gathered for their reunions on what was formerly a basketball court when we were students, now the Year 7 Centre. It was a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends and classmates, catch up on what everyone has been up to and reminisce about the good times we shared together. For some this was the first time they had returned to BCGS since finishing school while others have returned more recently as a parent or staff member.

A tour of the grounds with Mr Brad Goerling gave us an opportunity to see first-hand the additional buildings and opportunities created for students and staff over the years. The obvious changes were in classrooms, technology, the library, and the replacement of the old tin shed at the top of the hill, where we had all sat in through assemblies, Eucharists or performed in school plays, with a D&T Centre we would never have imagined.

The food and laughter flowed into the night while we mingled and reminisced through photographs of discos in the boarders dining room, sports carnivals, and Year 12 “mug shots”. A photo booth was an opportunity to create new history and memorabilia to be shared at reunions in the years to come. This was a great opportunity to share stories and updates about our personal and professional lives, and to hear about each other’s experiences and achievements. Thank you to the OGA and School staff for organising the event and continuing to support reunions between old friends and classmates, rekindling connections and maintaining a sense of continuity with the past.

Louise de Boer :: Class of 1982