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Potch Girls High Announces 2026 Old Girls Reunion
The High School for Girls Potchefstroom has officially invited its alumni to "save the date" for the upcoming Old Girls Reunion in 2026. The school has released the date early to allow former students ample time to plan and coordinate travel arrangements. Image: High School for Girls Potchefstroom Event Details The reunion serves as a special opportunity for alumni to reconnect and celebrate shared memories within the "Girls High" community: Date: Saturday, 26 September 2026

Yolandi Botes
5 days ago1 min read


Experience the Magic: Potchefstroom High School for Girls Announces 2026 Open Day
High School for Girls Potchefstroom has officially invited prospective students and their families to their upcoming Open Day on 7 March 2026. This event offers a firsthand look at the school's unique environment, traditions, and academic offerings. Image: High School for Girls Potchefstroom Event Details The Open Day is designed to showcase the "magic" of the school through various activities and interactive moments: Date: 7 March 2026. Time: The program commences at 08:0

Yolandi Botes
6 days ago1 min read


Potch Girls High Celebrates Academic Dominance at District Excellence Awards
Potchefstroom High School for Girls has been honored for its exceptional academic performance at the prestigious Dr. Kenneth Kaunda Excellence Awards. The school’s recognition follows outstanding National Senior Certificate (NSC) results, reinforcing its status as a leading institution for academic excellence and innovation. Image: Potchefstroom High School for Girls Faculty Honors: 100% Pass Rates and Top Distinctions Five educators from the school were invited to the awards

Yolandi Botes
Jan 201 min read


Tradition Lives On: Matric Shelter Officially Opened for the Class of 2026
Potchefstroom High School for Girls celebrated a significant milestone yesterday with the official opening of the Matric Shelter for the Class of 2026. This event stands as one of the school’s most treasured traditions, marking the symbolic commencement of the seniors' final chapter. Image: Potchefstroom High School for Girls A Moment Five Years in the Making For the Grade 12 learners, it was an emotional and exhilarating experience to finally step onto the grass of the Matri

Yolandi Botes
Jan 201 min read


Nuwe Hoofstuk in Leierskap: Mev. de Lange Aangestel as Waarnemende Adjunkhoof
Die Hoërskool vir Meisies Potchefstroom het die begin van die nuwe kwartaal afgeskop met ’n belangrike aankondiging rakende hul leierskapstruktuur. Mev. de Lange, ’n reeds bekende en hoogs gerespekteerde gesig by die skool, is amptelik aangestel as die waarnemende Adjunkhoof. Image: Hoërskool vir Meisies Potchefstroom Mev. de Lange is lankal reeds ’n gewaardeerde lid van die personeelkorps. Haar toewyding aan die leerders en haar professionele aanslag het haar die respek van

Yolandi Botes
Jan 121 min read


Strategiese Uitblinker: Thandolwethu Mahlalela Verteenwoordig Dr KK by Skaakkampioenskap
Die Hoërskool vir Meisies Potchefstroom (Potch Girls High) is oorstelp van trots om die prestasie van die skaak-uitblinker, Thandolwethu Mahlalela, aan te kondig. Sy is gekies om die gesogte Dr KK Skaakspan te verteenwoordig by die komende Gauteng Inter-Streek Kampioenskap! Image: Hoërskool vir Meisies Potchefstroom (Potch Girls High) Hierdie is 'n kragtige erkenning van Thandolwethu se strategiese briljantheid, ure se toewyding en die intense passie wat sy vir skaak het. Om

Yolandi Botes
Dec 3, 20251 min read


Girls High se Akademiese Sterre Vertrek Na Dubai!
Die Hoërskool vir Meisies Potchefstroom (Potch Girls High) vier die uitstaande akademiese prestasie van twaalf van haar leerders, wat gekies is om deel te neem aan die gesogte Akademiese Toer na Dubai gedurende die Desembervakansie. Image: Hoërskool vir Meisies Potchefstroom Hierdie opvoedkundige reis is 'n beloning vir hul harde werk en 'n geleentheid om internasionale blootstelling te kry wat hul leerervaring aansienlik sal verryk. Die Akademiese Ambasadeurs Die skool is t

Yolandi Botes
Dec 2, 20251 min read


A Rising Star on the Pitch: Congrats, Luthando Mafoko!
🏏💙🌟🏏💙🌟🏏💙🌟🏏💙🌟 The High School for Girls Potchefstroom is beaming with pride as we celebrate one of our own: Luthando Mafoko has officially received her North West colours in cricket, a remarkable achievement that speaks volumes of her talent, discipline, and determination. Image: The High School for Girls Potchefstroom This December, Luthando will represent both the Dragons Junior Club and North West Cricket (NWC) at the prestigious CSA National Week, gaining valua

Yolandi Botes
Nov 27, 20251 min read


Celebrating 31 Remarkable Years: Happy Retirement, Mrs Strydom!
💐 ✨💐 ✨💐 ✨💐 ✨💐 ✨ After 31 years of unwavering dedication, countless lessons taught, and memories that span generations, The High School for Girls Potchefstroom proudly salutes a true legend - Mrs Strydom. Image: The High School for Girls Potchefstroom Today, we honour not just a teacher, but a mentor, a guide, and a steady presence in the lives of so many young women. Her classroom was more than a space for academics, it was a place where minds were inspired, confide

Yolandi Botes
Nov 27, 20251 min read


A New Tradition Begins at Girls High: The Lock Bridge of Sisterhood
💙 💙 💙 💙 💙 💙 💙 💙 A beautiful new tradition has been born at The High School for Girls Potchefstroom, as the Class of 2025 unveiled the school’s very first Girls High Lock Bridge, a symbol of unity, memory and the enduring bond shared by every learner who walks through its gates. Image: The High School for Girls Potchefstroom With excitement and pride, the girls added their locks to the bridge, each one representing a unique journey, a dream, and a chapter in the school

Yolandi Botes
Nov 24, 20252 min read


Girls High Goes Global: Shining Bright at BOLD International
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 The High School for Girls Potchefstroom has once again made its mark, this time on the international stage, with outstanding results at the 2025 BOLD International Round. Competing against students from across the globe, Girls High learners showcased world-class talent in the creative arts, earning top honours and multiple Diamond awards. Image: High School for Girls Potchefstroom 🎭 A Celebration of Artistry and Expression From visual art to theatre, poe

Yolandi Botes
Nov 3, 20252 min read


Girls High Learner Crowned Best Director in South Africa!
🎥🎥🎥🎥🎥🎥🎥🎥🎥🎥 The High School for Girls Potchefstroom is beaming with pride after one of its own, Bone Storom-Nkele, a Grade 12 learner, was named Best Director in South Africa at the prestigious Filmit Festival Competition held in Stellenbosch. Image: The High School for Girls Potchefstroom This extraordinary recognition celebrates not only Bone’s immense creative talent but also her courage to tell deeply personal, meaningful stories through film, a medium that combi

Yolandi Botes
Oct 28, 20252 min read


A Reunion to Remember – The High School for Girls Potchefstroom Celebrates Friendship, Heritage, and Heart
💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙 Reunions are special occasions, moments when the past and present meet, when laughter echoes through familiar hallways, and when memories long tucked away in the corners of the mind come rushing back in vivid colour. This past Saturday, the High School for Girls Potchefstroom hosted its annual Girls High Reunion, and for everyone who attended, it was truly a day to remember. Image: High School for Girls Potchefstroom ✨ A Journey Down Memory Lane As gu

Yolandi Botes
Oct 28, 20254 min read


A Bittersweet Farewell for the Class of 2025
🎓 🎓🎓 🎓🎓 🎓🎓 🎓🎓 🎓 The atmosphere at Potchefstroom Girls High was filled with pride, nostalgia, and celebration as the Matric Class of 2025 marked their final day of school with a heartfelt Valedictory Service. 🌸 Image: Potchefstroom Girls High The event, which has become a cherished tradition at Girls High, was a beautiful reminder of how far these young women have come. Dressed smartly in their school uniforms one last time, the girls gathered to celebrate their jou

Yolandi Botes
Oct 22, 20252 min read


Potch Girls High Shines at the International Science Fair 2025
👩🔬 🌍✨ 👩🔬 🌍✨👩🔬 🌍✨ The High School for Girls Potchefstroom continues to make waves on the global stage! Four of our talented learners showcased exceptional innovation and intellect at the International Science Fair 2025, held from 6–10 October, and returned home with outstanding achievements. Image: The High School for Girls Potchefstroom 🏅 Award Highlights: 🥈 Taslima Chand & Aa’ishah Khan – Silver Medals in Earth Sciences 🥇 Mariam Adeleke – Gold in Biomedical

Yolandi Botes
Oct 16, 20252 min read


Franka Kempen & Ford Benton Selected for National Equestrian Championships!
🏇🏇🏇🏇🏇🏇🏇🏇🏇🏇 The High School for Girls Potchefstroom is beaming with pride as we celebrate the incredible achievement of Franka...

Yolandi Botes
Oct 7, 20252 min read


A New Chapter Begins at Girls High: Welcome, Ms Melanie Scholtz!
👩🎓✨ 💙👩🎓✨ 💙👩🎓✨ 💙 There’s a fresh breeze of excitement sweeping through the corridors of The High School for Girls...

Yolandi Botes
Oct 2, 20252 min read


Girls High Musical Showcase: An evening of live music magic
🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶 Tuesday, 30 September 2025 | 18:30 | Mary Hart Hall Staff, parents/guardians, and learners are warmly invited to the...

Yolandi Botes
Sep 22, 20252 min read


Siné Schutte wins national silver at the Beeld Poetry Competition
🥈📖🥈📖🥈📖🥈📖🥈📖🥈📖 The High School for Girls Potchefstroom is thrilled to celebrate Siné Schutte, who placed 2nd nationally in the...

Yolandi Botes
Sep 15, 20252 min read


Majorettes Shine Bright with North West Colours!
🎀 🎀 🎀 🎀 🎀 🎀 🎀 🎀 The High School for Girls Potchefstroom is once again bursting with pride as three of its talented majorettes,...

Yolandi Botes
Sep 9, 20253 min read
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