OPENING NEW SCHOOL

1954
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Overview

Black and white enlarged photo of a group of children in period dress performing at the opening of the new school in Toodyay.
The group consists of girls and boys. A part view of an Australian flag on the far left side.
Children are standing on a rise. Steps on right side. Brick wall in front

Historical information

The new Toodyay State School on its present site was officially opened by the Minister for Education, William Hegney. Mr. L. Thorn, M.L.A.. Mr. H.W. Dettman (Education Dept.) and Mr. N. Jones (district supervisor of schools) were also present.
Built of brick, the school consisted of four classrooms, a visual education room and library, office and staff room.
There were 185 pupils, and four school buses. The students presented an historical pageant during the opening ceremony.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-37-2001.1301
Item type
Themes
Width
18.5000 cm
Height or length
23.5000 cm
Contextual Information

Same image as 2001.1202 in the Shire of Toodyay collection.

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Shire of Toodyay

Shire of Toodyay

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