by griffingazetteadmin | May 29, 2023 | Uncategorized
Tradition is a fading concept in WBHS, that can and should be revived, albeit with some caution. In this day and age, tradition is dying as our society becomes rife with weakness of character. We stray from the natural order of things, by saying that people should be...
by griffingazetteadmin | May 10, 2023 | Eastville, Uncategorized
by griffingazetteadmin | May 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
Louis Kruger Tradition is what determines the culture of a school. Why? Because the objects and events that make up our tradition—the badge, the Griffin, the Warcry Stick, the tie-induction ceremony—are all symbols. They represent values—brotherhood, school spirit,...
by griffingazetteadmin | May 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
Durell Naidoo There are many names for this camp: “where boys turn into men” or “the camp of growth”. This reputation made it irritable to wait for the day. When it finally came, I prepared myself for all the hectic stuff that was about to unfold. I handed in my...
by griffingazetteadmin | May 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
Preshlin Moodley Upon entering the gates of Westville for the first time; thoughts about tradition—especially in a high-school—had never really crossed my mind. It was only after a few months that I began to appreciate and understand these unique customs that make...
by griffingazetteadmin | May 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
Andrew Elkington Tradition. It comprises the very brick and mortar of our beloved institution. In the age-old song of tradition we hear the echoes of those who came before us. The toll of the Swain bell rings true in our hearts. Bowdens, the consecrated battlefield...
