We are very fortunate to have such a supportive Old Novaportan alumni community and are very grateful to the ONs who give up their time to support our current students with their future aspirations. This term we have welcomed back ONs for our Progression Event, ON Forum and Careers Speed Networking.
In turn we always enjoy hosting ON reunions and this term were delighted to welcome back the Classes of 1974 and 2004 for their 50th and 20th reunions and to facilitate a reunion of our Hong Kong Alumni.
Class of 1974
Longford Hall was purchased in 1967 and the class of 1974 were the first set of boarders to enjoy it as a boarding house. It was therefore fitting that the thirteen ONs met at the Pavilion and then enjoyed a tour of Longford followed by lunch in the dining room. After lunch, the group made their way to Big School Library where Mr Hickey provided an update on Adams. There then ensued a surprise presentation – a flag featuring the original crest of the family of William Adams that had mysteriously vanished from the school on the day the class of 1974 left! It had been found in remarkably good condition in an attic in an undisclosed location! The flag will be framed and put on display in reception.
On behalf of the Class of 1974, Nigel Williams said: “We are very proud to be associated with a school that has achieved so much and constantly looks to increase standards whilst optimising inclusion.”
Class of 2004
Thirty-two ONs attended this reunion event. The afternoon began with coffee and school cookies, which were fondly remembered, before an update from Mr Hickey in Big School Library. We were delighted to welcome back Mr Richardson and his wife to oversee proceedings as well as past teachers Peter Chapman, Tom Bate, Rodney Jones and Kev Francis. Mr Skeate and Mr Mulhern also joined.
Jenny Cann, who instigated the reunion, said of her time at Adams: “Now, as an adult and educator, I see more than ever how precious and special our experiences were within the safety bubble of Adams. The adventures and misadventures were all part of the process that made us the "adults" gathered here today, and I am so grateful for that time and place in our lives.”
Hong Kong Reunion
Nine ONs from the classes of 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2011 and 2012 met for dinner in Hong Kong and enjoyed reminiscing over their boarding escapades.
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