The St Peter’s Old Boys Association has started its journey to the 70th anniversary of St Peter’s Senior High School with a fitness event. The event, “Run to 70 – Every Step Counts,” took place at the University of Ghana on September 19. It brought together members of the association and the PERSCO community for a morning of walking, jogging, and aerobics. This event is part of a series of programs planned to build momentum towards the school’s 70th anniversary in 2027.
The event provided an opportunity for old schoolmates to reconnect and relive the camaraderie they shared as students. Global President of the St Peter’s Old Boys Association, David Adade Boafo, stated that the event aimed to drive traction towards the 70th anniversary and revive the sense of togetherness among old students. He emphasized that the anniversary is a chance for the old boys to come together and strengthen their bonds.
The morning featured various physical activities, including walking, jogging, and aerobics, allowing participants to stay active while reconnecting with former schoolmates. The event was designed to bring old students together as preparations for the anniversary gather pace. According to David Adade Boafo, the real essence of the event is to build momentum towards the 70th anniversary.
The Chairman of the 70th Anniversary Planning Committee, Ing. Patrick Okoto, described the event as the beginning of a year-long program leading up to the anniversary. He mentioned that the anniversary program will continue with an official launch in October, followed by a mega homecoming in December and Founders’ Day activities in February 2027. The celebrations will culminate in a week-long program in October 2027.
The anniversary is also an opportunity for the association to leave a lasting legacy for the school. The association plans to expand the school’s dining hall and modernize its kitchen and pantry as part of its major anniversary legacy project. This project aims to provide a better facility for the students and staff.
The event marked the beginning of a year-long celebration, with various activities planned to commemorate the 70th anniversary of St Peter’s Senior High School. The old boys association aims to make the anniversary a memorable one, with a focus on giving back to the school and strengthening the bonds among old students.
As the old boys take their first steps towards the milestone, the message from the opening activity is clear — the journey to 70 has begun, one step at a time. The association is eager to build on the momentum from the “Run to 70” event and make the 70th anniversary a significant milestone in the school’s history.
Key points
- The St Peter’s Old Boys Association has begun its 70th anniversary celebrations with a fitness event called “Run to 70 – Every Step Counts”.
- The event aimed to drive traction towards the 70th anniversary and revive the sense of togetherness among old students.
- The association plans to expand the school’s dining hall and modernize its kitchen and pantry as part of its major anniversary legacy project.
