The Erries bids farewell to a remarkable educator, Ms Elsa Matthee, who has left an everlasting mark on Ermelo High School (EHS). Under the leadership of principal Mr Spiere van Rensburg, Elsa began her career at the school joining the staff in 1987, where her influence extended far beyond the classroom.

Ms Matthee involvement ranged from an—athletics coach, tennis enthusiast, drum puppet mentor, and active member of the social and refreshment committees. Her innovative spirit was evident in 1998 when she founded the subject of Tourism at EHS. She also played a key role in the transition of Home Economics to Hotel Management in 1992, and later to Hospitality Studies in 2002, nurturing future chefs and hospitality professionals.