We've come to the end of another school term. Our students have done so well. The earthquake appears as a distant memory, the smiles are back on faces and as always, the energy levels are at maximum.

During the week I had the good fortune to watch our netball girls competing in the Canterbury Champs. Well done girls, you are a credit to the school, your coaches, your parents and yourselves. The thing that stood out for me beyond the great court work was your obvious enthusiasm and enjoyment for the occasion.

Today at our Duffy assembly we hosted Jo Holley, a television presenter from Auckland. Jo reminded the children of the need to read and also provided several 'feet in the mud' techniques for public speaking. Thanks Jo, we trust the visit wasn't too earth shaking.

We will take a short break now. I know our staff have completed a busy term and after the events of this month the timing for them is very fortuitous. My thanks everyone for your solid efforts, enjoy your break.

I wish everyone in our scchool community a stress free and enjoyable break, see you all after Monday 11 October.