Message from the School Principal

Barraba Central School

Across the Desk from the Principal, Patrick Sullivan

On Friday 8 November 2024, I had the privilege of accompanying 28 of our students and five incredible staff members on an unforgettable 12-day adventure to the South Island of New Zealand. What an amazing experience it was! From exploring the Antarctic Centre in Christchurch to the breathtaking beauty of Milford Sound and the adrenaline-pumping Jet Boat ride in Queenstown, every day was filled with awe and excitement.

On our final day, I asked the students two questions: their favourite activity and what they thought they would remember most about the trip in 10 years. For me, the answer to the second question is clear — it will be the outstanding group of students we took away. Their conduct throughout the trip embodied what it truly means to be a Barraba Central School student.

It was the little things that stood out - from the compliments we received about their behaviour to the heartfelt email from the holiday park we left at 2am praising the students for being so quiet and considerate to the moment when one of our students helped a mother juggling toddlers, a baby and luggage onto the plane. These moments filled me with immense pride.

Our senior students stepped up as leaders, and the entire group worked together, helping without hesitation whenever needed. A heartfelt thank you goes to the P&C and Rotary for their fundraising support, the wonderful staff who drove, cooked, and kept everything running smoothly, and especially to Amie Middlemiss for her outstanding organisation of this incredible excursion.

This trip truly showcased the best of our school community and left me with memories I’ll treasure for years.