My siblings and I caught a bus in Barkly Street (walking from home in Carlisle Street) that took us to both Elwood Central, and later Elwood High.
I remember school as being very structured-students listened to teachers and didn't argue- it seemed natural then. I also enjoyed the freedom to go out of the school grounds to buy lunch at the local shops! I looked forward to sports day, wearing the pale blue sport tunic of Elwood Central School. Mrs Faber was very popular for her gentle manner, and Mr Evans struck me as a patient teacher riding the highs and lows of my marks depending on my application or not!
I left school confident that I had the tools to get on provided I applied myself- that I owe, with fondness, to Elwood Central and Elwood High.
If I could simplify schooldays, I would say that it was enjoyable.
Recently I had the pleasure of attending both Central and High School anniversaries, and looking through school albums-I was happy to see recorded my participation in athletics, softball, basketball and gym teams.
Georgina Chin Quan
(Now retired)
