As a fun-filled week with our guests from SMPK Penabur Jakarta comes to an end, it has sadly come time to bid our new friends farewell. After living as St Stephen’s School students for the week, SMPK Penabur performed a concert for our students and staff as a gesture of thanks, before saying an emotional goodbye to their buddies.
Please join us in farewelling three amazing SSS servants, Mrs Diane Loan, Mr Richard Davies and Mr Paul Acutt. Every departing staff member will always have a special place in our hearts and none more so than Di! She has served our community for more than 28 years and will be missed by all. Enjoy retirement, Di and all the best.
Words are inadequate to express our gratefulness and appreciation of the incomparable work performance and attitude the following staff have displayed during their tenure with St Stephen’s.
Saying goodbye is never easy, especially to people who have been such valued team members.
We wish you all the best now and into the future.
Nerina joined St Stephens 21 years ago in 1996. She leaves us for an overseas teaching post.
“Our fingerprints don’t fade from the lives we touch.” – Judy Blume
Frank joined St Stephen’s in 2009, eight years ago. He is retiring and about to embark on a long overseas trip.
“You’re off to great places. Today is your day. Your mountain is waiting, so get on your way.” – Dr Seuss
Matt joined St Stephen’s in 2013, three years ago. He is moving on to a promotional position at another independent school.
“I have loved working with a great team of professional teachers – I have learned so much and grown more than I could have imagined. Thanks everyone for being part of my journey!” – Matt Lovell
Nessa joined us a year ago and she is moving to a promotional position at another independent school.
May the road rise up to meet you,
May the wind be ever at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face
And the rain fall softly on your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God, hold you in the hollow of his hand.