The Grammarians' Association
Preserving the past and promoting the future The CGGS Grammarians’ Association (GA) was formed as the Old Girls’ Union in 1931, just five years after the founding of the School. Six past students comprised the Committee under the Presidency of Diana Eddison. Since that time, the GA has responded to the changing fortunes of Canberra and the development of the School. Today it plays a significant role in the life of the School and the wider Canberra community. The GA exists to promote the interests of past students, the ties between them and the School and the interests of the School in the community. We aim to provide a link with the School for past students but more than that, a sense of community for all students who have attended CGGS. The GA is represented on the School Board, the Gabriel Foundation and the Parents and Friends Management Committee. The GA works to provide opportunities for members to keep in touch with former classmates and to have a continuing involvement with the School. Through Potentiality, the secure online communications directory, members are able to easily communicate with other members and the Association at no cost. The GA has a number of branches around Australia, with the potential for establishing overseas branches as well. These branches assist in the facilitation of reunions and act as a contact point for members. The GA is also involved in School activities such as the annual Founders' Day celebrations, the Fête, hosting the Year 12 Leavers’ Lunch and other events which allow past students to be part of the current School community. It contributes to the ongoing life of the School through the provision of two Boarding House Scholarships for senior students and annual prizes for academic achievement and School spirit. It also makes direct donations of equipment and assists with special projects that benefit the whole School community. Any past student is eligible for membership to the GA. The Life Membership fee is $200. GA members also receive the School publication - The Grammar Report, which contains a section on Old Grammarians' News. Click on the images above to access more GA information. If you would like to join the GA please download the Membership Application form or contact Community Relations – Alumni on t: (02) 6202 6403, f: 6273 2554 or e: oga@cggs.act.edu.au. Date Claimers for 2013:
