LOOK: Potchefstroom Gimnasium's Grade 8 feet washing tradition warms Mzansi's heart

LOOK: Potchefstroom Gimnasium's Grade 8 feet washing tradition warms Mzansi's heart

Potchefstroom Gimnasium kicks off year with foot-washing tradition

Potchefstroom Gimnasium recently embraced a deeply emotional and meaningful tradition to close off their ‘Gimmie-Woord’ weekend, where the school’s leadership group, the Gimmieraad, washed the feet of the 2025 Grade 8 students, Cape {town} Etc reports. This act, which left a lasting impression on all involved, is a symbolic gesture that echoes the values of humility, care and service. In a powerful display of unity and tradition, the Gimmieraad …

Potchefstroom School Welcomes Grade 8s with Touching Feet-Washing Ceremony

The Potchefstroom Gimnasium school community recently celebrated a heartwarming tradition where older students washed the feet of the Grade 8s, mirroring Jesus’ act of humility and service.   Potchefstroom, South Africa (22 January 2025) – The learners of Potchefstroom Gimnasium showcased the most touching display of humility and service as it welcomed its newest schoolmates, the Grade 8s. Instead of the typical awkward initiation rituals, this …

“Prayer over punishment”: Matrics choose love over hazing for grade 8s

SA local school Potchefstroom Gimnasium broke traditional hazing practices as Grade 12 students choose prayer and foot washing to welcome new Grade 8 learners.