The Gommie Sorting

?Cecilia Mvula, Sanhita Pillalamarry and Christel Zuze
Every January, individuals from diverse schools come together to officially join our Gimmie community!

However, before earning the prestigious red tie, they had to first undergo the tradition known as “Gommie Sorting” – a process which is not only a ceremony but also a test of resilience and demanding dedication.



The Gommie Concert

One of the highlights of this journey was the “Gommies Got Talent” concert. This concert captivated the audience with different performances from various groups and sections.

The energy was electric, keeping everyone on their feet. One of the most memorable performances was the wedding scene - a perfect blend of fun, seriousness, and personal reflection! And of course, you guessed it, they proudly lifted the cup as the winners of the concert!

The LRCs did an excellent job organising this concert, making it an unforgettable experience for both them and the Gommies. This event was not only about talent but also highlighted the special, unbreakable bond within our Gimmie community!



Gommie reviews

“My journey as a Gommie has been a rollercoaster of emotions. I have met a lot of new people at school. My best moment was the swimming gala and the watermelon festival. My worst moment was in athletics because I got hurt, and it was just tiring. I wish to re-experience the swimming gala.”

“Being a Gommie is fun and interesting. This might be my first year of high school, but it is going even better than I thought, and it’s all thanks to our amazing LRC. I really enjoyed the Gommie concert - it was awesome. My first steps in high school were better than I expected. My worst moment was when I fell in front of the whole school, and my best was when the first team rugby guys approached me and said I’m good at rugby!”

Most of the Gommies said their favourite part of their journey was the swimming gala or the concert, so we can conclude that they are glad to join a school like Windhoek Gymnasium, with such brilliant LRCs, and to go through a wonderful tradition before becoming an official member of the Gimmie Community!

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