In both the Valedictory Assembly and the Induction Assembly, we see inclusion. Each year, members of our Junior School have a special role, in singing and providing the Band accompaniment. In this, the connectivity of our primary and secondary schools shows that all important link and reminds our senior parent body of the critical journey their children have taken. It is always a special moment.
The week too has seen a record-breaking Sports Awards Evening, where our ever-growing list of achievements for so many students was acknowledged. Whilst we want maximum participation and enjoyment for all our students, it is worthy of note that this year has seen 88 teams take to the field, pitch and court; that we have had 4 students represent Australia in their chosen sport and a further 42 students represent New South Wales. This is an almighty achievement for a school the size of Pittwater House. None of this would occur without significant support from our sport and coaching staff, and you, as parents. Sincere thanks to you all.
Whilst the coming three-week Recess will provide a necessary time for rest and refreshment, for some there is work to be done. Our Year 12 students have a program of classes with their teachers who willingly give up their holidays to support our graduating students. The Cadets, under their new command undertake a Spring Bivouac and a group of middle years students are off to New Caledonia to hone up their French skills. To all these staff, my thanks.
I wish you all well and look forward to all that Term 4 will bring.
A visual account of this past week is an appropriate way to farewell the Class of 2019 and Term 3.
With every good wish.
