As we start our final week of Term 1, we would like to express our most humble gratitude to all of you for your support as we have navigated the challenges of COVID-19 and all of the changing restrictions that have come with it. Most notably, with the mask wearing for our Year 3-6 students. This was particularly challenging, but the positive way you all approached the situation was great.
You will have seen the notification outlining the easing of restrictions last week. Although it doesn’t have a significant impact on schools, there are some things that we will be able to reinstate. We are currently looking at the variety of options for next term while also knowing that the restrictions could change again between now and the 27 April 2022. We will keep you informed nearer the time as we know more.
This is also the final week for our Head of Campus Dr Darnelle Pretorius. As I’m sure you are aware, Dr Pretorius is moving to Swan Christian College in Term 2 as Principal. We are very sorry to see her leave St Stephen’s, a community she has served for a long period of time and in such an exemplary way, but we wish her all the best in the next stage of her journey. Please keep Darnelle and her family in your prayers.
With the holidays now only a handful of days away, we would like to wish you all a fantastic and well-deserved break. We pray that you will all be able to enjoy the time with your family, staying safe and well.
Blessings
Andrew Johnston & Hannah Lockwood Jones
Dear Students and Parents
As I leave St Stephen’s School may I wish you well! Thank you to our wonderful primary students and colleagues for the gift of a collage of personalised flowers and a wonderful memories book from the School.
Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV) 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Sincerely
Dr Pretorius
Primary Music Notes – Term 2 Rehearsals
Considering the easing of COVID restrictions, the plan is to recommence all Primary Music Ensemble rehearsals in Term 2. Rehearsals will commence in week 2 (the week starting Monday 2 May) and conductors will be in touch with more specific information.
