Deputy Principal 

A farewell to remember - Year 12 boarders

The Hamilton and Alexandra College’s Year 12 Boarding Dinner was a very special opportunity to farewell our Year 12 boarders and celebrate the memories, friendships and experiences they will carry with them for a lifetime. It was a privilege to attend this evening. 

The evening was filled with reflection and gratitude. Our Year 12s spoke openly about a difficult year and the love, support and mateship that helped them through it. They reflected on how the boarding house became much more than a place to live and study; it became a home, and a place to share everyday moments with friends.

They also expressed their appreciation for the care and support of our MODs, Mr Monk, Lise and Maxine, and recognised the sacrifices their families made in sending them away to school—a decision that was not always an easy one.

Dr Horne captured the character of this group beautifully, reflecting that the events of the year had not created these students’ wonderful personal qualities; those qualities had been there all along.

As our Year 12s head into their next adventures—GAP years, university, work on stations and overseas travel—we farewell them with great pride and affection. Thank you for the memories, the laughter and the lasting friendships. We wish each of you every success in the journey ahead.