Physical Address Kestell Street Parsons Hill Port Elizabeth
Welcome to Collegiate Girls’ High School
Collegiate is One Hundred and Thirty Seven years old, and the harvest it has reaped over the years must be measured not only by the knowledge gained in the classroom, but also by the achievements of its pupils in later life.
Collegiate has always been a place where young women have learned more than just how to pass an examination; it is a place where young minds are served with sincerity and enthusiasm, and where traditional values provide the basis for an outlook, which develops self-reliance, individuality and the ability to succeed in a dynamic, often complex society.
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Check out our very first official flash mob video performed by our "BODAS" from the hostel. The flash mob took place during first break on the 21st of January and was performed in front of a very unsuspecting and surprised group of girls and their teachers. Well done girls on bringing your spirit and enthusiasm!
TEEN SUICIDE WEEK 12TH - 19TH FEBRUARY 2012
9.5% of all teen deaths are due to suicide TEEN SUICIDE PREVENTION WEEK 12 – 19TH FEBRUARY 2012
Teen suicide is a reality for many families. 9.5% of all teen deaths in South Africa are due to suicide and suicide as the fastest growing, and second leading, cause of death in the 15 – 24 age group. The National Youth Risk Survey found an alarming number of high school teens were depressed and suicidal – over 20% had considered suicide in the last month. But despite its prevalence, teen suicide is still shrouded in myth and misconception. It’s crucial we break the myths – there is no better way to prevent teen suicide.
The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) runs the only toll-free suicide crisis line in the country (0800 567 567) and the only teen suicide prevention programme in schools. The “Suicide Shouldn’t be a Secret” programme, now eleven years old, is aimed at educating teens and teachers about the warning signs, facts and interventions of teen suicide. The programme has been implemented in schools across the country in rural, per-urban and urban schools.
Through presenting to teens, teachers, parents and police about the trauma of suicide we are able to prevent the loss of lives. Children as young as 7 years old commit suicide in South Africa. “My friend used to always tell me she wanted to die, and that she was going to kill herself. I never took her seriously until she hung herself”, says 14-year-old Naomi.
