Hi Everyone,

Is it spring? Is it summer? The weather is getting warmer and many students are in short sleeves, but there was still a cool breeze through the classrooms this week as students were bent towards their papers, pencils flying.

We have just finished our week of mid-term exams. Shouts of happiness were heard in the halls as students left school today. There is a lot of pressure in test week, and a lot of effort spent studying and preparing. When the exams are finished, there is a feeling of relief.

Even though they cause some stress, tests are a good way to see how your studies are coming. It gives students and teachers a picture of how far you have come, and how far you need to go. Think about tests as a guide, because they will show you where you are strong, and where you need to get better.

We have a beautiful tree in front of our school. You may remember it at Christmas time when the lights are on it. Looking at it today, it is hard to imagine that it was much smaller when we opened the new school building. Fortunately it is spring, and nature gives us a clue as to how it grows.

You are all growing up, in body, mind, spirit, and knowledge. This week was a a difficult one, but, like the green on the tree, a chance to see how far you have come. Rest, relax, refresh, and be ready to go again on Monday!