Historical information

Post primary education in Wodonga began in 1923 when the existing primary school, which opened in 1857, became the Wodonga Central School. It extended students for a further 2 years of secondary schooling. In 1938 the school was declared a higher elementary school with 90 students in the secondary classes.

Following rapid growth after the Second World War, the High School was established as a separate school in 1954 with 249 students and the primary students were relocated to premises in Ariel Street. However it rapidly became evident that a new school building needed to be established to cater for growing enrolments and specialist facilities. After persistent pressure from the Advisory Council, Stage 1 of the new school was built and occupied by Form 1 and 2 students in 1960. The final stages were completed during term 3, 1962.
The official opening of the new Wodonga High School was declared by The Hon. J. S. Bloomfield M.L.A., Minister for Education, on Friday 30th April 1965.

Significance

This blazer is significant because it documents an import stage in the development of education in Wodonga.

Physical description

A maroon woollen school blazer trimmed in gold with an insignia on the pocket.

Inscriptions & markings

On pocket
WODONGA HIGH SCHOOL / LABORA UT SERVIAS"
On tag at back - PURE WOOL / School Master by Kingswear
GOLD LABEL
MADE FROM The FAMOUS Doctor FLANNEL
All Pure Wool Size 14