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FAMOUS HARRISONIANS now have a place
where their names will stand the test of time.
Not even high winds and drizzling rain were
enough to dispel members of the Old
Harrisonian Society from rolling back the years,
after a commemorative plaque was unveiled at
the school in Crumpton Street, The City,
over the weekend.
The plaque, donated by James Wilson of
Downes & Wilson’s Funeral Home, now sits
at a central location of the school and displays
the names of past students who have achieved
“greatness” in the political arena.
It lists Governors-General past and present,
such as Sir Winston Scott, Sir Deighton Ward,
Sir Hugh Springer, all deceased, and Sir Clifford
Husbands, as well as past Prime Ministers,
the late Sir Grantley Adams, Errol Barrow, Tom
Adams, Sir Harold St John, as well as Sir Lloyd
Erskine Sandiford and Owen Arthur.
Principal Winston Crichlow said he hoped
the plaque would remind students to uphold
the legacy of leadership, commitment, social
responsibility, sacrifice and charity.
He said students should trust in God and
always aim for excellence.
“The school maintains a record of unrivalled
excellence in all spheres: political, legal,
scientific, religious, economic, sporting and
cultural. Harrison College has made
a significant impact, in spite of challenges
of racial and socio-economic position,” he said.
The principal said he hoped to strengthen
the bond and camaraderie of Harrisonians
past and present.
The school is also celebrating 275 years
under the theme Celebrating 275 Years
Of Excellence.
On the cards is a church service, barbecue
and family fun day, and variety concert
in honour of the late Janice Millington.
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