With pride, I take a few minutes to reflect on this rich past. Georgetown High, which opened on January 3, 1887, with temporary space arrangements in the Georgetown Public School, was officially opened on January 10, 1887. 

On that first day of classes, the 69 students enrolled in the new High School were instructed by a staff of two teachers. A new three and a half building site was purchased, and the High School was opened in 1889. Mr. Edward J. Lennox was the architect of the new High School. Mr. Lennox was also involved in the design of Old City Hall, Casa Loma, the King Edward Hotel and Massey Hall, all present historical buildings in the City of Toronto. By the year 1913, the school had an enrolment of 120 students taught by 4 staff. The first major renovations occurred to the High School in 1953-54 with the construction of the West Wing. In 1958, an East Wing was added to the structure to accommodate the growing population of the school. In 1959, the original school building was demolished and a new building opened in 1960. The years 1962 / 67 saw new additions of areas such as the Resource Centre, Business and Technical areas, the Cafeteria and Swimming pool. 

In January 1970, the GDHS Board was amalgamated with the Halton Board of Education. Since then, the Resource Centre and Music and Computer areas have been added to the existing structure. Recent expansion has occurred mainly to the infrastructure of the building, permitting the expansion of the school's computer system.

With each year's Commencement, we are constantly reminded of our students continued success in Canadian and American Universities and Colleges. Over 124 years, the community of Georgetown has constantly changed and Georgetown District High School has reflected this change to meet the needs of the growing community.

By John Watson