An end of year update from Children’s Garden School, by Sarah McGowan
School is officially out for the summer! As the year has wrapped up, a wave of mixed emotions have washed over all of us here at CGS. The time has come to bid farewell to our 2022-23 school year, along with a collective group of students, grade 3 graduates and some outstanding teachers, all who are moving onward. We hope that this chapter, although it has come to an end, has helped shape you into the person you are today.
Congratulations to our 2023 CGS Graduates Ever, Rueben and Eric! We are so proud of all your accomplishments, growth and the strong independence you have gained from your years here at CGS! We hope you have created the best of memories within our lively CGS walls. Remember the foundations you have learnt from this small chapter of your life, as they will guide you forward. We will miss each of your energy, enthusiasm and all the joy you brought to school every day! You have forged bonds with friendship that have the potential to last a lifetime, and help you navigate through years to come. Your time with us here at CGS has created memories that will forever be etched in our hearts. We wish you nothing but the best on your bright future!
Thank you to all the staff, Parents Association, audience participants and performing students for coming together for our final assembly on the last day of school. There were many laughs, equal amounts of tears, and all around proud and joyous moments from all teachers and parents. Our students in both assemblies were just so marvelous. We are so proud of their exceptional performance.
It’s Not Goodbye, But See You Soon
As we gathered together on our last day of school to celebrate another funtastic and successful school year, we also gathered to pay tribute to a remarkable individual who has dedicated 25 years of her life to shaping young minds and nurturing future generations here at CGS. It is with deep admiration and gratitude that we celebrate the retirement of an exceptional CGS JK school teacher, Sara A. Throughout her prominent 25-year career, Sara has left an irreplaceable mark on all of our lives, igniting the flames of curiosity and instilling a huge love for learning, caring, and kindness, and of course the utmost dedication and respect for the legacy of Terry Fox and how we can do hard things, too!
As we look back on Sara’s time here at CGS we are reminded of the countless lives she has touched. Her passion, commitment, and belief in the uncapped potential of every child has been the driving forces behind her extraordinary career. Through the highs and lows, Sara A has remained a beacon of light, fostering an environment where students and peers feel safe, supported, and empowered to reach for the stars.
Sara A, as you embark on this next new chapter of life, on behalf of everyone at CGS, students, staff, and our ever-growing community, we wish you all happiness, relaxation, and fulfillment you deserve. We will cherish all the heartfelt time we all have spent with you, whether it be long or short, and never forget the lasting memories we share with you. Now she might be saying her final farewell to the classroom, but it is not goodbye, but see you soon. We are eternally grateful for your service, inspired by your passion, and honored to have been part of your lasting CGS journey. Congratulations on 25 remarkable years, and may the next chapter be the best one yet.
