We are quickly approaching the end of the year and I am reflecting on the many incredible experiences our students have had in 2024. The students are another year older and wiser!
It has been a special year for me as the current Year 6 group were in Prep when I first started at Thomas Hassall. It has been a joy to see my first cohort of students through every grade in the Junior School. I wish them the very best as they head into Senior School next year – they are ready.
Last night I attended the Junior Ensembles Evening and it was a truly excellent series of performances. Seven different ensembles performed and each one was engaging and entertaining in its own right. I was proud of every single performer as they showcased their talent and joy of music. The Intermediate Band filled the Auditorium with incredible dynamics, the Junior Choir brought a bright energy to their songs and the Junior Concert Band ended the evening with a spectacular set of pieces that blew the audience away. Thank you to Mr Mark and Mr Robinson for your long-standing leadership and stewardship of the program.
As we begin to look towards 2025, I would like to reassure you that the teachers consider very carefully the placement of every child in classes next year. Once classes are published they are set for the following year. The class allocations will be made available to parents near the end of the term. A broadcast will be sent with instructions on how you can access this information. While students may not be with all their friends, there are still opportunities to connect during break times. Thank you for your support of these decisions.
As the Christmas season is nearly upon us, I reflect on the love Jesus has for us. How incredible that He was born as a man yet fully God. How wonderful that came among us to bring us into a right relationship with God through the Cross.
"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life." John 3:16
