Per Ardua Ad Astra. 'Excellence through Hard Work'.
Our Vision & Mission
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLE
PROVERBS 26:6 Train up a child in the way s/he should go and when s/he is old s/he will not depart from it. In 1954, Principal, Dr. Constance Wagar, formalized the Vision for St. Augustine Girls High School, a vision that continues to be relevant today as we plan for a school of the 21st Century.
VISION
We are building not only the Ideal School of which we all dream but strong Christian characters which will withstand whatever temptations and tests the future may bring. The school stands for scholarship, aspiration, goodness, happiness, service and success.
SCHOOL MOTTO
"Per Ardua Ad Astra" - Excellence through Hard Work (translation by Veoma Ali 1998.)
MISSION
The St. Augustine Girls High School family with its rich history of tradition and innovation will achieve this vision by: Promoting a culture based on Christian values which fosters the truth that the only certain path to meaningful success is sustained hard work and teaches concern and respect for all and the acceptance of responsibility for our actions. Ensuring a safe student-centred climate, which nurtures articulate, confident empowered individuals who as critical-thinkers and life-long learners will make a positive impact on society. Providing a modern physical and technological environment where the emphasis is on a performance-focused quality-based instructional programme delivered using innovative and up-to-date strategies and methods. Adopting a policy of school-based management acknowledging the valuable contributions of all stakeholders and working in partnership with the community.
COVENANT FOR TEACHING/LEARNING
SAGHS is a Presbyterian school and we abide by the tenets of the Christian Faith. We provide an environment where all students are loved; respected and have equal access and opportunity. We provide a well-rounded quality education, which is challenging to all students. We strive for excellence in everything we do. We value the natural environment and teach the interdependence of all living things. We are all members of the SAGHS family and must actively work to maintain the good name of SAGHS.
School History
On September 19, 1950 the school opened as the northern branch of Naparima Girls, at the Archibald Institute with 49 students, Ms Grace Beattie as Principal & Mrs. Undine Giuseppi first as Senior Mistress and later as Vice Principal.
In 1951 it moved to Dr Forrester's house on Austin Street. On May 14, 1953 Lady Rance formally opened the new building on Evans Street, Curepe. When Miss Beattie left, Miss Constance Wagar was appointed acting Principal and later Miss Phoebe Lahouri in 1956.
In 1960 a new Auditorium was built and dedicated by Rev. C. Kitney. An organ was also bought for the school in honour of Marion Wagar, recently deceased sister of Dr. Wagar.
In 1961 Dr. Wagar bade farewell and Anna Mahase was appointed Acting Principal. She was inaugurated as Principal in 1962. In 1963 history was made when Prime Minister Dr. Eric Williams delivered the feature address at the graduation ceremony. Dian
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