Old Girl interviews

1. Year and Theme
I was in Grade 11 or Form 4 as we called it in 1976, our theme for Potted Sports that year was
“Time”.

2. My favourite part of the day
Being 44 years ago I am not quite sure I remember but I would probably say getting to school
very early before all the other grades and finally seeing all the hard work coming together. I was
head of Potted Sports that year and I remember having to sort out lots of little issues here and
there. I remember being so angry because at the last minute our Head Mistress told us we could
not use the drive way, we had to use the hockey field which was very sandy and dusty and far
away from electricity. Luckily the excitement of the occasion took over and we all made a plan.

3. Current Occupation
I am a granny of three beautiful grandchildren and I am lucky enough to look after some of them
whilst their parents work, this has almost become a full time job. I did however study to be a
Pharmacist when I left school. I worked in Retail Pharmacy, owning my own shop at one stage
and then I worked for a Danish Pharmaceutical company for 14 years which afforded me the
opportunity to travel quite extensively. I also now run a sewing machine dealership from home
in between looking after the grandchildren. Life is very busy.

4. What do you miss about being a Parktown Girl?
I can honestly say I have always been a Parktown Girl and always will be. I have stayed in contact
with the school over the years. I was lucky enough to send my daughters to Parktown Girls
which meant I had the opportunity to became involved in the Parents Association and the
Governing Body. I have also had the opportunity to help out as a teacher at the school on two
occasions.
I look forward to the Old Girls Lunch each year where we get the chance to see the Potted Sports
decorations in the Hall and find out the theme. I have kept in touch with so many of my class
mates from the class of 1977 and I can honestly say we are all still very proud Parktown Girls. It
is so nice to have gone to a school that has only changed for the better over the years and is still
so highly regarded in the community.

5. What advice would you give Partownians?
I would advise everyone who has had the privilege to be part of the Partownian family in
whatever capacity to really appreciate the opportunity they have been afforded, the History and
Ethos of the school is something very special. I would also urge all Parktownians to try and give
something back in whatever way possible.
For the school girls my advice would be get involved, try out for as much as possible, work very
hard and make good friends that will be with you for life. Your five years of High School should
be a great experience.