The 1976/81 set of the Old Grammarians Society, CMS Grammar School, Lagos, is set to celebrate a major milestone - 50 years since their admission to the school. To commemorate this occasion, the set has planned a series of events, including a reunion and a fundraising campaign for an ICT classroom. The celebrations will begin on Thursday, October 8, with a meet-and-greet reception. This event marks a significant moment for the set, as they reflect on their time at the school and look to give back to the institution that shaped their early years.
The Old Grammarians Society, CMS Grammar School, was founded in 1859, and has a rich history of producing notable alumni. The 1976/81 set, in particular, is eager to celebrate the enduring friendships forged during their time at the school. According to Chairman of the 50th Anniversary Celebrations Planning Committee, Mr. Kayode Olu-Martins, the anniversary offers members an opportunity to come together and give back to the school. The set's celebrations will include a visit to the school on Friday, October 9, and a sightseeing and relaxation trip to Abeokuta on Saturday, October 10.
The set's anniversary project is focused on raising funds to sponsor one classroom in the Tola Adebonojo ICT Building, an initiative of OGS Americas. This building honours Prof. Tola Adebonojo, Grand Patron of the Old Grammarians Society in the Americas and UK/Europe. By contributing to this project, the 1976/81 set aims to support ICT education and strengthen the school's preparation of students for the future. This initiative aligns with the school's mission to provide a well-rounded education and prepare students for success in an increasingly technology-driven world.
The celebrations will conclude on Sunday, October 11, with a thanksgiving service at the Cathedral Church of Christ, Marina, Lagos. This will be followed by a luncheon and fundraiser, chaired by retired Supreme Court Justice Bode Rhodes-Vivour. The event promises to be a fitting tribute to the school and the set's achievements over the past 50 years. The fundraising campaign is an opportunity for the set to make a lasting impact on the school and its students.
Mr. Kayode Olu-Martins emphasized that the milestone is an opportunity to celebrate the school that nurtured the set and helped shape the men they have become. He noted that beyond the reunion, the set wants to leave a lasting legacy that will benefit generations of students. The ICT classroom project is a testament to the set's commitment to giving back to the school and supporting its mission.
The 50th anniversary celebrations of the 1976/81 set of CMS Grammar School serve as a reminder of the importance of alumni engagement and giving back to one's alma mater. The set's efforts to raise funds for an ICT classroom will not only benefit the school but also contribute to the development of ICT education in Nigeria. This initiative has the potential to inspire other sets to follow suit and make a positive impact on their alma maters.
As the 1976/81 set of CMS Grammar School marks 50 years since admission, they reflect on their time at the school and look to the future. The set's celebrations and fundraising campaign are a testament to the enduring bonds of friendship and the commitment to giving back to the institution that shaped their early years. The legacy of the 1976/81 set will continue to inspire future generations of students and alumni alike.
Key points
- The 1976/81 set of CMS Grammar School, Lagos, is celebrating 50 years since admission with a reunion and fundraising for an ICT classroom.
- The set's anniversary project aims to raise funds to sponsor one classroom in the Tola Adebonojo ICT Building, an initiative of OGS Americas.
- The celebrations will conclude with a thanksgiving service, luncheon, and fundraiser on Sunday, October 11, chaired by retired Supreme Court Justice Bode Rhodes-Vivour.
