As we come to the end of another full and productive term, I want to take the opportunity to thank our entire school community for the many ways you have contributed to the life of our school.

In particular, I want to acknowledge and thank our staff. Throughout the term, our teaching and support staff have given generously of their time, energy and expertise. Much of what they do happens quietly and behind the scenes—the extra preparation, conversations with students, communication with families, coaching and activities, pastoral care, prayer, and the many small acts of service that help make our school the community it is. I am very grateful for their commitment to our students and to the Christian mission of our school.

Thank you also to our parents and families for your ongoing partnership. Schools work best when home and school work together, and I appreciate the encouragement, support and trust you extend to us.

To our students, thank you for the energy, enthusiasm and character you bring to our school each day. I hope you can look back on the term with a sense of gratitude for what you have learned, the friendships strengthened, challenges worked through and opportunities you have embraced.

As we head into the holidays, may this be a genuine time of rest, enjoyment and refreshment. I encourage our students, staff and families to enjoy a change of pace, spend time with family and friends, get outside, enjoy some adventures, and appreciate the many good things God has given us.

As Paul writes in Romans, 'May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit', (Romans 15:13).

To God be the glory.

Angus Duffett, Acting Principal