Wolmer's Boys' School officially launched the 2024/2025 academic year with a magnificent ceremony on Monday, September 2, 2024, held in the Douglas Orane Auditorium. With parents, new and returning students, and Old Boys gathered by 7:15 AM, the event started promptly at 7:35 AM. The atmosphere was a blend of excitement and tradition, as Old Boys welcomed new students with their signature handshake, symbolizing the continuity of the Wolmer’s legacy.
Chairman Courtney Wynter took to the stage to outline the next phase of the school's STEM/STEAM development, before declaring the academic year officially open.
Principal Pennycooke warmly welcomed students and charged them to surpass their previous achievements. The assembly featured an introduction of our dedicated teaching staff where the heads of Department proudly introduced each of the full-time teachers, highlighting their roles from Biology to Business, and from PE and Sport to Physics.
Cadets Wow at Launch of School Year Ceremony
The Wolmer's Combined Cadet Unit delivered an impressive display of drill and field craft, drawing admiration from the audience. Their precision and professionalism energized the gathering and set a powerful tone for the year ahead.
"The Cadet display was amazing," shared Jamal Williams of the First Form. "It really inspired me for the year ahead."