Year 7 Boaders Thank You Gathering

Good evening ladies and gentlemen. This speech is a vote of thanks towards the staff.  The tutors helped us and educated us; they were there when we needed to talk to them about issues that we had. They also organized all the fun stuff we did in tutor group like kick tennis, or touch footy, or handball etc.  They also made sure that everyone was included and had fun.  They were a great part of our Year 7 experience and those who are leaving School House will never forget you.

The Dining Hall staff made us food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and they tried their best to make it taste as good as it can.  Even though dinner on the weekends are not the best, they still tried to keep it up to standard.  The cleaning staff made sure that the areas we used every day were clean and the bins were taken out and lined.  They also washed our dirty clothes and made sure they came back nice and clean.  These staff were a part of our experience and we won’t forget.

To Sisters.  They helped us when we were sick, or just when we needed Panadol or Strepsils.  They helped us get our flu vaccination so we would have less chance of getting sick.  They also helped all the boys that got sick towards the end of Term 3 and made sure that they got better.  They helped us when we needed to be treated and we are truly grateful for that.

To Ms. Fryda.  She helped us through the first term of the year and tried to make our transition to Shore as smooth as possible.  She also made the ‘Friends for Life’ program to help us grow closer together as friends.  She was a caring person and she made us heir priority during the first term and during the ‘Friends for Life’.  Although I or the other boys probably don’t see her as much now, she was an important part of the first term and we thank her for her effort.

To the Housemasters.  They helped us and made sure that we got our duties done.  They were the ones that reminded us about events happening and stuff to do.  When we were being silly, it was them that made sure that we got on track and stayed responsible.  They also did some fun stuff as well, like opening the gym on a Friday night to play some basketball, or when we made burritos with Ms. Pickering.  They played a major role this year and we thank you for that.

To Mr. Pienaar.  You were one of the biggest parts of Year 7.  Whenever we were feeling down, or need help studying for exams, you were there.  You also gave us advice that helped us, and made sure that we were on track.  All the fun activities that we went would never have been possible if it wasn’t for you, and would like to thank you for all things that you have done for us.

And to Mr. Junee.  You have cared for us and done things for us.  Without your funding, we wouldn’t have gone on these amazing activities that we have done.  We also would not have gotten those pizzas at State of Origin or those berries to make our own smoothies.  You also helped us with and problems we needed.  Sure, Thursday night role calls with Mr. Junee were long, but they were helpful, and meant he really cared about what he was talking about.  He made sure that everyone in the house was cared for and that nobody was being bullied or being made fun of.  For me, he was probably the most important part of Year 7 and I will never forget about it, and I’m sure that those who won’t be in School House next year will forget about you too. 

Thank you.