But there is no doubting the affection thousands of past and present pupils and staff have for Mortimer Community College, previously Mortimer Comprehensive School, in South Shields. Remember you can buy copies of these and all of our staff photos by logging on here.
13. Taste test
Mortimer celebrates European Day in July 1994. Photo: Shields Gazette
14. Showing their support
Mortimer pupils show their support for former student Perrie Edwards as her group, Little Mix, battle for X Factor glory in 2011. Photo: JPIMedia
15. Line up
Pupils at the school's 2013 prom. Photo: craig leng
16. Badge of honour
Mortimer pupils with new badge they helped design. Left to right: Brian Hope, Carl Randall, Michael Carr, Philip Wile, Shria Begum and Joanne Wood. Photo: Shields Gazette