Dear Friends,

What a first half of 2020 it has been! First the bushfires, and then the COVID-19 pandemic.

Having worked in education for more than two decades, I remain enormously impressed and grateful for the professionalism and unfailing commitment of all the staff at Holy Trinity during a very significant period of unanticipated disruption. Their ability to deliver quality learning outcomes virtually, in such a short period of time, was truly remarkable. Their work in minimising any impact on our children’s learning, and keeping them connected socially to each other and to the school was outstanding. This would not have been an easy journey for staff, and I extend my sincere thanks and gratitude to all staff at Holy Trinity for all they have done, and continue to do, during these challenging times.

I was also most impressed with our children during their remote learning period, who adapted quickly to the new ways of learning virtually, very ably supported by their parents, family and carers.

I know that my own children were very excited to return to school when able to do so, not only to see their friends and teachers, but also to resume their schooling face-to-face. I know the other students at Holy Trinity shared this ‘return-to-school’ excitement too.

I suspect that many parents were probably more than a little bit excited when their children returned to school as well. Not that having our children at home wasn’t wonderful, but because, well, teaching them was not always easy. Especially when having to try and work and support their learning at the same time. This experience has left me with a renewed respect for our teachers; and I suspect I am not the only parent to hold this sentiment.

With the end of semester one upon us at the end of next week, our children and the staff at Holy Trinity will commence a well-earned break from classes. I hope that you all have an opportunity to find some quality time with your family, enjoy some rest and recuperation, and re-energise before term 3.

Stay safe and well.

Scott