PLETTENBERG BAY NEWS - Excited learners, sponsors and teachers recently gathered at Formosa Primary School to witness the launch of the school’s long-awaited library. Present to celebrate the official opening of the school library on Friday, November 26 was Sam Weber of the Western Cape Education Department’s Library Services.

Weber had the honour of cutting the ribbon and unveiling the new library, together with Grizelda Baron, principal of Formosa Primary School.

A number of books were donated to the school for use in the library, prior to the official opening of the facility.

Books were donated by Rotary Club, Bitou 10 Foundation and the Western Cape Education Department (WCED).
Learners performed poems and short dramatic skits emphasising the importance of books to an appreciative audience.

The occasion concluded with an enjoyable musical performance by the Plett Field Band.


The teachers and other people who worked behind the scenes to ensure that Formosa Primary School learners can enjoy access to a school library. From left are Frederick Potts, Beverly Krigga, Sam Weber (WCED), Ruby Chetty (Plett Rotary Club), Desmond Leonard, Grizelda Baron (principal), Leigh Dunn (programme co-ordinator), Beryl Filton, Rosie Andrews, Cornelia Saffier and Michelle Bruiners.


The Plett Field Band entertained the audience who gathered to witness the official opening of the Formosa Primary School’s library on Friday, November 26.