Former students honour 50-year legacy of LDS Church College

Former students of LDS Church College have reunited this week to celebrate the school's 50th anniversary, reflecting on five decades of faith, leadership and lifelong friendships.

The Golden Jubilee celebrations mark the college's journey from 1976 to 2025 under the theme "50 Years of Discipleship."

Alumni representative Grace Taito, a member of the Class of 2010, said the week-long programme had brought together former students from every graduating class to celebrate the school's legacy.

The celebrations began on Monday with an opening devotion, followed by the alumni association's annual general meeting.

Other activities included an entertainment night, sports competitions, an evening bazaar, cultural performances, the gala celebration, class reunions and picnics. The celebrations will conclude with a closing devotional on Sunday.

Reflecting on her time at the school, Ms Taito said one of the college's greatest strengths was preparing students to become leaders.

"I think the biggest thing the church college did for me was raise me to be a leader," she said.

She said the leadership skills and values she developed during her five years at the college had guided her through various leadership roles after leaving school.

Ms Taito acknowledged that transitioning from the school's faith-based environment into the wider community could be challenging because students often left a strong support network centred on gospel principles.

Despite those challenges, she encouraged current students to remain grounded in the values taught at the college.

"Work hard, work really hard. Build on the values, foundations and principles of the school and your faith, then use that to build the rest of your life," she said.

Ms Taito said while high school represented only a small chapter in a person's life, the lessons learned there could provide a lasting foundation for the future.

She said the Golden Jubilee was not only an opportunity to reconnect with former classmates but also to celebrate the school's contribution to developing generations of leaders over the past 50 years.