A fantastic 40th

And what a celebration it was for the former schoolmates and long lost friends who were absolutely delighted to be together again, making the event akin to a family reunion.

On July 15, 40 years to the exact date of their graduation ball at the then Holiday Inn (The Radisson), a joyful reunion was held at the Fire Officers Mess, Wrightson Road, Port of Spain.

Schoolmates from New York and Canada came down specially for the reunion. For most, it was their first meeting since leaving the college located at Tenth Street and Sixth Avenue in Barataria.

Three former teachers Dr Jean Campbell, Leela Narine –a past student and past principal of the college, and Cynthia Carrington, also attended the reunion. Campbell, a past student of the college, and an events manager, elegantly decorated the venue in the school colours of yellow, green and some gold.

There were other special 40th markers on the night as well.

Past student Anna and her husband Provin Maharaj who came in from Canada were celebrating the 40th anniversary of their first date that night and 36 years of marriage.

Newsday’s features editor Debra Ravello Greaves and Express’ advertising manager Charlene Gaspard-Johnson were both celebrating their 40th anniversary in media and communications this year. It was also a double celebration for Fazia Mohammed who came from New York, it was also her birthday that night and she was presented with a birthday cake surprise.

The planning committee also paid tribute to teachers and students who have died over the years.

During dinner, fire officer Ricardo Seales delighted everyone with a scintillating performance on the saxophone. After the presentation of mementos the entertainment continued with the sounds of DJ Kabuki.

The planning committee is making the event an annual affair and has set the next reunion date for July 14, 2018.