Queen Elizabeth College has indeed changed my life. As a newbie to high school life, Form one seemed normal. The transition of being the seniors of Primary School and then –BANG- THE Juniors of Secondary school obviously scratched all of us on the back-but it could soothingly be digested; after all we had been admitted into the most coveted all-girls star college! Mauritians could be very well known for its bad manners were we compared to other countries. A mere “Good-Morning” & “Thank You” seems to cost people a lot! The first very thing that I recollect being taught at Qec to do: "Say ’good-morning’ to whoever crosses your way”. Indeed I believe it lightens many persons’ day.
From the sort of timid girl I used to be, today I startle myself when I find myself engrossed in a conversation with people 4 times my age! Facing an audience is something that appears much cooler than before. I mean seriously- had it not been for this wonderful experience called QEC never had I been able to address people so casually (popular and the most dynamics even). I might never even have dared write this article were it not for the sense of courage to face the world that is gradually instilled into its fellow protegees.
I find no difficulty in putting forward my opinions and living up to them without actually faltering when people backbites with harsh comment. Learning Who you Really Are and somehow Knowing Not To Judge Others is what the Whole Cato Culture I believe is! It’s awesome the way everything seems down-to-Earth, logical, dreamy and fascinating whilst deciphering the puzzle of Who I Want To Be.
Personality building and establishment in the tender years of adolescence are everything that any teenager could ever ask for, especially in this world of eternally incomprehensible parents. Every single opportunity is provided; all we need to do is to grasp and make the most of it
Besides the structures of the school itself is nothing common. I remember telling my friends that it’s almost homely- it’s a place whether alone or with friends, in fun or frolic and in soundless silence, whether bonding with giggling teachers or leafing books in open air with teachers for explanations; the halo this ounce of greenery- almost like an alien planet- protrudes makes you wish could forever stay there or still time. Eccentricities, jumping here and there, exams tensions, classes-turned mini beauty parlors, warm sick-room appeal, heated debates, fields encounters, small catfights, a perpetual re-invention of high school hierarchy are daily doses of QEC. They can be a mixed plethora of excitement and I believe healthy tension.
Being now forever attached to QEC, people expect a lot and THE ULTIMATE from you but what I guess many fail to notice is the very individual that is processed out at the end of seven fabulous years. I think that’s it’s a nice world that suits the students’ wants and need. QEC is thus not only a school but a very distinct world in itself. Academics are not what only reigns as prejudiced by many, but Arts& Athletics share the throne as disbelieved by many. I often hear peers and reports where people gift so childishly and ridiculously the word ARROGANT to the girls- is that even justified? Is that fair enough to label everyone thus?
So much that can be related, unfolded and praised, but I don’t think I’m allowed to write this much. I can definitely be biased in this encounter of mine but I can’t imagine my life without QEC-a numbness that cannot be filled pops up at the thought itself. The Queen Elizabeth College is not merely a name but rather a brand. Indeed we have not only dedicated our whole existence to Education but also to life-meant for us not to spend or live but to create. “Non Solum Eruditi Sed Vitae”. Long live QEC.
Dance to the rhythm of your heart,
along with the world!
Swirl in such a way that you blow the mind of the world!
Fill every nook and corner with your brilliant aura!
Your Destination is not very far, just speed up your pace!
Stur a new storm in these heartbeats and breathes!
Shine Cato Shine!
Shine like Always!