The matrics took leave of the school by walking through a guard of honour, created by the rest of the school’s learners.

Friday morning, 5 October, was an extra special day for Union High School’s matrics, their parents, special guests and staff, as all came together for the Class of 2019’s Valedictory Ceremony.

Once everyone had gathered in the school hall, Headmaster Mr William Pringle extended a warm welcome to all, after which Deputy Headboy Khanya Butshingi and Deputy Headgirl Zintle Maki led the devotion. In response to the Headmaster’s address, Head Prefects Peter Watermeyer and Jenna McNaughton spoke on behalf of the class, delivering touching farewell messages.

The Class of 2019 then presented a song, ‘I was here’ by Beyoncé and a slideshow of their years at the school to those gathered.

The ceremony ended with the Grade 12’s leading out and continuing a tradition which started last year, where each learner rings the Centenary Bell.

The matrics then enjoyed tea in the Tony Burrell Union, joined by their parents and the school’s staff, after which they took leave of the school by walking through a guard of honour, created by the rest of the school’s learners.

Union High School wishes the 2019 matrics all the best as they prepare for their final exams!