Acting Dean of Waterford | Mr Dwayne Hoy

As educators we understand the significance of the correlation between happiness and academic success.  While walking around the Waterford Campus today, I was struck by the abundance of joy that was present.  Research tells us that laughter is a key ingredient of a healthy, productive workplace.  Smiling students and teachers sharing good times in what is a current worrying time are strong indicators that we are continuing to build a Year 10 learning environment where people thrive and grow as individuals and as members of a community. 

The students have been outstanding in taking on suggested initiatives that may be needed in case of closure. Whatever the coming weeks may hold, it is reassuring to know the Waterford boys are so willing to adapt and do whatever is needed. Let’s not forget, that the best thing mentally, at the time of writing this, is to prepare as if exams are to take place as scheduled. To quote renowned military theorist Carl Von Clausewitz, Although our intellect always longs for clarity and certainty, our nature often finds uncertainty fascinating.

I would like to wish Mr Gribble all the best in his recovery from a recent unfortunate accident. We hope to see him back on deck in the near future.