Bishop’s High School Centennial Celebrations | Zelma Cowie | Host: Shenell Felix | Tobago Updates

Summary

Good Morning Tobago welcomes Mrs. Zelma Cowi, Chairman of Bishop's Centennial Committee, and Miss Britney Romeo, Centennial Marketing Ambassador, to discuss the 100th-anniversary celebrations of Bishop's High School, founded in 1925. The school is the first co-ed institution in Tobago, and the celebrations will honor its past, celebrate the present, and shape the future. The launch includes a Founders Day procession, media launch, a website unveiling, and a year-long series of events. The school aims to engage alumni worldwide and inspire the next generation, with plans for an online presence, social media campaigns, and a cross-country run to honor the school's legacy.

Takeaways

• 🏫 Bishop's High School in Tobago is celebrating its 100th anniversary, marking a significant milestone as the first coed school on the island.
• 🎉 The Centennial celebrations are themed 'Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Present, and Shaping the Future with God's Grace', reflecting the school's historical impact and future aspirations.
• 📅 The official launch of the Centennial celebrations is set for Friday the 13th, coinciding with the 99th Founders Day procession and media launch.
• 👨‍🏫 Reverend Bishop Claude Berkeley, a 1974 alumnus and Bishop of Trinidad and Tobago, will be the chief celebrant at the Thanksgiving service.
• 📣 The school will issue two proclamations to highlight its history and legacy, one in the streets of Scarborough and another at the iconic AL of Tobago sign.
• 🌐 A Centennial website (BHS Bishops Tobago 100.com) is being launched to engage the global alumni community and share the school's history and upcoming events.
• 🤝 The school aims to involve past students and alumni through various activities, including honoring 100 bishopan persons and showcasing historical assets like literary and visual arts.
• 💼 A Men's Forum in Leadership is planned, featuring prominent alumni in leadership roles, to inspire and guide the younger generation.
• 💸 The Centennial 'suzu' fundraising campaign is initiated, asking alumni for $100 contributions, symbolizing $1 for each year of the school's existence.
• 🏃 The BHS cross-country 'Tor relle' event will involve a motocade and runners visiting villages to acknowledge contributions to the school and to keep the legacy alive.

Q & A

What is the significance of the year 2025 for Bishop's High School in Tobago?

2025 marks the Centennial anniversary of Bishop's High School, which was founded in 1925. It's the first coed school in Tobago to reach this milestone.

What is the theme for the Centennial celebrations of Bishop's High School?

The theme for the celebrations is 'Honoring the past, celebrating the present, and shaping the future with God's grace'.

When is the official launch of the Centennial celebrations taking place?

The official launch of the Centennial celebrations is planned for Friday the 13th, with the 99th Founders Day procession and media launch.

Who will be the chief celebrant at the Thanksgiving service on the 99th Founders Day?

The Right Reverend Bishop Claude Berkeley, Bishop of Trinidad and Tobago and a member of the class of 1974, will be the chief celebrant.

What are the proclamations planned during the Centennial celebrations?

Two proclamations will be made: 'Bishop's High School's History is Tobago's Legacy' and another at the iconic AL of Tobago sign.

How can alumni and the public stay updated and involved in the Centennial celebrations?

They can stay updated and involved through the Centennial website (BHS Bishops Tobago 100.com), social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram, and by participating in various events.

What is the purpose of the Centennial suzu fundraising campaign?

The Centennial suzu campaign aims to raise funds by asking each alumni for $100, equivalent to $1 for every year of the school's existence, to support the celebrations and future generations.

How will the legacy of Bishop's High School be integrated into Tobago's history?

The legacy will be integrated by creating a database and archive, showcasing historical assets, and involving the community through events like the BHS cross country Tor rele.

What is the BHS cross country Tor rele and how does it honor the villages of Tobago?

The BHS cross country Tor rele is an event where a motocade and runners will visit villages in Tobago to thank them for their students' contributions to Bishop's High School and to honor families and individuals who have shaped the school's history.

How can past students of Bishop's High School contribute to the Centennial celebrations?

Past students can contribute by registering on the Centennial website, participating in events, donating to the Centennial suzu campaign, and by sharing their experiences and memories related to the school.