Acting Principal's Comments

Kia Ora Kevinians and Supporters,

The St Kevin's College Ball was held last weekend and once again the standard of the evening exceeded all expectations.  I was proud to lead the reception line as our students and their guests, transformed in to young adults with gowns and suits, presented themselves upon their arrival at the venue.  Congratulations to Mrs Austin, Heather Burgher, the student members of the Ball Committee and of course the Home & School Committee on a magnificent evening and our sincerest thanks for their relentless dedication and the eye for fine detail that makes our College Ball such a highlight on the social calendar.

A group of Year 12 students had the opportunity to meet Prime Minister John Key on Tuesday.  He was at the Oamaru Opera House as part of a visit to the Waitaki District and he spoke to students about the value of higher education.  It is a wonderful reflection on the College when our students attend community events like this, they conduct themselves with so much pride in both themselves and their school.

This week is SADD week and thank you to Mrs Fowler, Elton Crane from Road Safety Waitaki, Candice Burgher and the College SADD representatives for organising a thought provoking lunchtime activity and assembly presentation on Wednesday.  We are always very mindful of ensuring our students are given the appropriate tools to go into the world with confidence once they finish their time at the College.  SADD week ties in very nicely with the Drive To Survive programme which will be held for all Year 12 students next Friday and our appreciation is extended to Elton Crane for helping us to facilitate these important programmes.

The College celebrated the Feast of the Assumption this week with a special liturgy in the Chapel.  As a College we should all take the time to look deeply at the personal qualities that Mary displayed and give thanks for all those who offer the strength of unconditional love in our lives.  Thank you to Father Wayne, Helen Mulheron and the Edmund Rice Singers for their contribution to the liturgy and to Megan McKenna for her thought provoking address.

Finally as the weekend begins we wish the best of luck to students and staff traveling to the Bishop's Shield Competition being held at Kavanagh College in Dunedin and ask that you continue to keep Mr and Mrs Olsen in your thoughts as they continue their travels.

God Bless

Mr Kerry Ryan - Acting Principal.