As the year comes to an end, I would like to thank all students, their families and the staff for helping to make the year a successful one for the school.

I would like to specifically thank both the P&F Association and the Board for their guidance and contributions throughout the year.  Their efforts are very important in helping to set the direction of the school and provide assistance to the students. A special thanks to Mr Chris Haynes who stepped down from the Board this year after many years as a Chairperson and member. Chris is a wonderful supporter of the school.

The staff as a whole deserve a special mention for their good work this year to take the school forward. They are a dedicated and hard-working group who have the interests of the students at heart. I thank Mr Jim Armstrong, Mrs Emma Rhymer, Ms Leigh-Ann Cusack, Mrs Courtney Law and Ms Julia Wedderburn who finish at the school this week. Special mention to Jim Armstrong for his 35 years of service to St Joseph’s. He has been a much-loved teacher by all his students and a valued colleague to the staff.

Next year we have a number of new and exciting teachers joining the staff. They will bring much enthusiasm and experience to the school which will greatly benefit the students. I look forward to introducing them in the new year.

Well done to all the students for working towards being the best they can be. I hope they all come back to school well rested and ready to continue their Joey’s journey. To the Year 6 students, congratulations on completing your Primary journey and best wishes for the next phase of your schooling life.

Finally, I would like to wish all a merry and safe Christmas period.

God Bless