Barwon Heads Primary School (BHPS) will commemorate its 150th year with a special celebration this weekend.
The school will mark the significant milestone with its 150th Anniversary Community Day this Saturday, September 20 from 10am to 2pm at the BHPS gym, with all community members invited to come along.
The event will feature the exhibition A Walk Through Time, which will display photos and memorabilia from throughout the school’s century and a half of operation, and a student exhibition inspired by Geelong’s beachside bollards.
The works of locals including artists Chris Stirk, Kay Drew and BJ O’Toole, photographer Steve Arklay will also be on display, with a bake stall, barbecue and coffee van also on hand.
Principal Rob Bennetts said the community day was an opportunity to reflect on the school’s past while showcasing the creativity of its current students.
“Reaching 150 years is a remarkable milestone and it’s been wonderful to see our children embrace the celebrations,” he said.
“They’ve worked so hard to prepare displays and projects for the community day, and I know the community will really enjoy seeing the results.”
First opened as a single-room school in Connewarre, BHPS now provides education for between 400 and 500 students every year.
Mr Bennetts said the anniversary demonstrated the strength of the school’s connection with the Barwon Heads community.
“Barwon Heads Primary School has always been more than classrooms and buildings; it’s been part of the fabric of this town.,” he said.
“We hope the whole community including past students, teachers and anyone who’s had anything to do with the school over the years will join us,” he said.
Entry is $5.
