Whitsunday Anglican School celebrated its thirty-sixth-year anniversary with a whole-school celebration recently.
The school joined in a celebration service and, like all good birthday parties, enjoyed music performances, balloons and cake.
Principal Andrew Wheaton said the ‘Celebrate Whitsunday’ birthday event incorporated many school traditions – including the Run for Cover relay where students join for a running relay that covers the entire school grounds.
This initiative was inspired by a famous run that occurs around the Great Court of Cambridge University each year and was initiated by previous School Principal Mr Bassingthwaighte.
“It is our Whitsunday Way to come together to honour the legacy of staff and students over the past thirty-six years and to look towards our future,” Mr Wheaton said.
“Our exceptional teachers who support our students on their learning journey, set strong foundations over many years to ensure our students continue to grow and be the best version of themselves.”
The service, led by The Venerable Christopher Wright OAM Archdeacon, included a special presentation of staff members who have achieved considerable years of service with Whitsunday.
“We were proud to acknowledge some of our staff members who have been with the school for 30, 20 and 10 years. An amazing achievement of commitment to our students,” Mr Wheaton said.
“The wider Whitsunday School community are also to be congratulated for the important role they play in the lives of our students.”
Whitsunday Anglican School is a vibrant co-educational day and boarding school with a philosophy of personalised learning that drives an education of excellence.
From Kindergarten to Year 12, the school provides high quality teaching, and the time and support needed to promote each student’s individual success.
Whitsunday Anglican School is proud of its reputation as a leading Queensland School and our ability to support students to follow their pathway of choice.
36-year celebrations at Whitsunday Anglican School. Photos supplied
