Dear Parents and Friends of St Kevin's
The air was tinged with nostalgia this week as we said farewell to our leavers at the final full school assembly for the year. The highlights were images of the leavers as Year 9 entrants placed alongside their current photographs and a video of our seniors' memoirs. I would like to take this opportunity to formally thank the student leaders who have coordinated and delivered our assemblies so capably throughout the year. This has kept our assemblies interesting and engaging, while fostering confident young leaders which is our mission.
Yesterday I was delighted to attend the Otago Daily Times "Class Act" presentation in support of Eilee Robinson and Albert Hailes who were the St Kevin's College recipients. In his speech, Prime Minister John Key congratulated the award winners and made the point that success was more about application than ability. As the NCEA external examinations are rapidly approaching, it is worth keeping this message to the fore. The final extra effort will give real rewards in exam day.
The last of the music internal assessments were held on Wednesday and Thursday evenings. I am pleased to report that the standard was very high and the students performed with distinction. Thank you to Mrs Haig for the extra work that she has done preparing students for assessment. Thank you also to the students who have marvelous support of each other, both practically and as an audience.
This afternoon I have enjoyed seeing our Year 9 and 10 students delivering their Physical Education performance. Without exception the performances were passionate and well choreographed. The Year 12 mentors are to be commended for the time and energy they have dedicated to training the groups. This is another area that we are providing the opportunity for students to develop into confident young people.
Finally I am looking forward to meeting many of you at the Prize-giving Ceremony on Wednesday evening. After the formalities, parents and leavers are welcome to join us at the Redcastle for supper.
May God Bless You
Paul Olsen
Principal
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