Dear Parents, Carers and Students,

It is hard to believe just how quickly the past ten weeks have gone. It has been another busy term at Grafton Public School, filled with learning, excursions, performances, sporting opportunities and plenty of moments that remind us what a great school community we have.

Our Kindergarten students recently enjoyed their excursion to the Butterfly House. For many of our youngest students, excursions like this are a big adventure and an opportunity to take their learning beyond the classroom. There was plenty of excitement as they explored, asked questions and experienced something a little different from their normal school day. A big thank you to our Kindergarten staff and everyone who helped make the day possible.

While one excursion has returned, the excitement is certainly building for another. On Monday, our students will head off on the CAPA excursion, and I know there are plenty of very excited students counting down the days. Opportunities like this are such an important part of school life. They allow students to pursue their interests, experience new things and spend time with others who share their passion for the Creative and Performing Arts. We wish our students and staff a fantastic trip and look forward to hearing all about it when they return.

The end of this term will also be a little bittersweet as we say goodbye to four people who have each made a significant contribution to Grafton Public School.

Miss Kristy, from our front office, will be leaving us. She has been a wonderful part of our team. We wish her every success at her new school.

Miss Karen, from our front office, will be leaving us after successfully gaining a position at another school. Karen has been a huge part of the day-to-day life of GPS. For our students, families and staff, she has been a familiar and friendly face who has helped with just about everything that comes through a busy school office. Her contribution to our school has been enormous, and she will be dearly missed. While we are sad to see her go, we congratulate Karen on her new position and wish her every success in this next chapter.

We also farewell Mrs Johnson, who has officially retired after many years teaching at Grafton Public School, including her important work within our Support Unit. Over those years, Mrs Johnson has had a significant impact on the lives of countless students and families. Teaching is ultimately about the relationships we build and the difference we make in the lives of young people, and Lindy leaves GPS knowing that her work has made a very real difference. We thank her for her years of service, care and commitment and wish her a long and very well-deserved retirement.

Finally, we farewell Mrs Fletcher, who will be moving on to another school after many years as Deputy Principal at GPS. Mrs Fletcher has been an integral part of the fabric of our school. She has supported generations of students, worked alongside countless staff and built strong relationships with families and our wider community. Her knowledge of our students, our families and our school has been invaluable, and her contribution extends well beyond the responsibilities of her role. We thank her sincerely for everything she has given to Grafton Public School and wish her every success at her new school.

Schools are shaped by the people who work within them. Miss Kristy, Miss Karen, Mrs Johnson and Mrs Fletcher have each contributed in their own way to making Grafton Public School what it is today. On behalf of our students, staff, families and wider school community, I thank each of them for the time, energy and care they have given to GPS. We will miss them, but they will always remain an important part of our school's story.

As Term 3 comes to an end, I would also like to thank our staff for another enormous term and our families for your continued support. Most importantly, congratulations to our students for the way they have continued to learn, grow, challenge themselves and represent our school with pride.

I hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing break and finds some time to recharge before we return for what promises to be a very busy and exciting final term of the year.

Warm regards

Nick Campbell
Relieving Principal

We are now accepting enrolments for students starting Kindergarten in 2027.

Visit our website for enrolment information, important dates, and details about our Kinder Kritters orientation program:

https://grafton-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/about-us/enrol-in-kindergarten

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