Community is a term that is often used and when you think about
the word community or even if you google a definition, you find
common themes. A group of people living in the same place, people
who have something in common and they share certain attitudes
and interests. This is a true definition of community, but it doesn’t
come close to describing a school community.
A school community certainly is a place that is made up of people of
similar values, attitudes and interests but it is a community based on
one core component – a combined love for the children. Parents,
families and school staff, all love the students and are committed to
working together to help them grow and develop into the best
version of themselves -working together for the happiness of the
children who are the centre of our community.
At St James we are blessed to have many people who are
committed to our school community. When people join this school or
visit, they often comment on the feel and warm welcome of our
school. School events and celebrations, create chances for us all to
come together and celebrate and strengthen our shared
commitment and connection.
Parents play a significant role in our school community. I would like
to acknowledge and thank the members of the P & F. Their tireless
work in organising school events and celebrations, and organising
fundraising opportunities make a significant difference to our school
and the opportunities for our students. The efforts in preparing for
QCMF this weekend is just one example of the efforts of the P & F.
Thank you to the amazing members of the St James P & F, we all
appreciate your efforts and hard work.
Community by Nick Youngson CC BY-SA 3.0 Alpha Stock Images