This past week has seen some significant changes in our school community. Mr Leighton Corr has played a vital role in shaping Penrith Anglican College over the last 5 years. He has been instrumental in focusing the College on the development of students of character and reflecting Christ into the lives of the staff, students and families. I am grateful for his leadership and the impact he has had on my personal view of character education and what that can look like in a growing Christian school. Mr Corr often talks with students about integrity and the importance that it plays in our lives. Hallmarks of his leadership are a commitment to the Gospel, a focus on learning, integrity and a commitment to trusting those that he leads. Mr Corr is an exceptional leader who invested in the lives of his students, and he will be missed by the school community. It is my intent to foster Mr Corr’s legacy and continue this work of developing learners with strength of character who know and follow Christ and serve others.

Another significant change in our community is the announcement that Mrs Fiona Wright will be moving to a new position for 2025. Mrs Wright has grown along with PAC. First appointed as a History, English, Drama and Geography teacher (yes, she can do it all) in 1999. During this time, she has honed her teaching craft along with developing strong leadership skills as the college has grown. Mrs Wright has contributed to the lives of a generation of PAC students and now teaches some of their children. As you look across the College you can see her influence in many areas. Over the last 2 years I have worked with Mrs Wright to develop the welfare and wellbeing aspects of the secondary school. I have observed her unrelenting drive to develop programs that care for people. She will continue to be connected to our community through her family and the many friendships she has made during her time here.

Week 4 of this term has continued to offer a myriad of opportunities for students to learn both inside and outside the classroom. Some of the learning that has been taking place include:

• Art Club
• ICAS (Academic Assessments)
• Year 11 PDHPE First Aid Course
• CASA Basketball
• Year 11 Biology Excursion
• CASA Athletics
• Year 10 Road Trauma Forum
• Inter-schools Chess
• HSC Trials

I want to take this opportunity to thank all staff for their commitment to learning at PAC and for their willingness to invest in the lives and character of our young people. These learning opportunities happen because of the commitment and professionalism of our staff.