21/08/2026
A message from Mr P…..🥺😢
What a journey the last two years have been!
After two years at St Mary’s Sea Lake, it’s pretty hard to put into words what this experience has meant to me. When I first started driving out to Sea Lake, I honestly had no idea how long the journey would last or what I was getting myself into. Two years later, I leave with some unbelievable memories, plenty of lessons learnt, and most importantly, friendships and connections that I know will last well beyond my time at the school.
To the amazing kids, staff, families and the wider Sea Lake community…thank you. Thank you for welcoming me, having a laugh with me and allowing me the opportunity to lead such a special little school.
Today summed it up perfectly. To finish the day with a genuine surprise from everyone at school and the community, and then have Megan and the kids unexpectedly turn up as well, is something I’ll never forget. You’re a bunch of absolute legends!
And a special thank you to my amazing wife Megan, who has held down the fort at home like she always does. With all the travelling and time spent on the road over the past two years, I certainly couldn’t have done it without her support. And also to Kate Quin in Swan Hill for supporting this opportunity for me.
The sign in this photo probably sums up better than anything what I’ve tried to stand for over the past two years and what I’ll continue trying to strive towards when I head back to St Mary’s in Swan Hill.
I certainly won’t be a stranger to Sea Lake. And we must always fight for our little schools!! 💪 They’re pretty special places, and this one will always mean a lot to me.
And finally, I wish Kate Nunn all the very best as she returns to St Mary’s. I know she’ll be surrounded and supported by an incredible group of staff, students, families and community members.
Thanks for everything!
Cheers,
Mr P ✌️