After a busy and successful summer of building, Provo Middle School opened its doors to our first Year 7 students today. There were the normal range of first day emotions – excitement, apprehension, joy at seeing old friends, warmth in welcoming new classmates – and yet the day felt fresh and new, just like the building.
The class were busy exploring their new facilities and enjoying the breezy space we have down by the canal. Break times were sociable and active: spent making music in our new music room, playing soccer, or even popping over to play on the climbing frames. New friendships began emerging through learning and play.
Children spent part of their class time making ‘gratitude sculptures’ to fill the school grounds with a little beauty and art. As each rock was placed, children were encouraged to think of things they were grateful for in their lives. As it turns out, our new Year 7s feel grateful for a lot!
“I feel grateful for my little brother.”
“I am grateful for the opportunity to visit the UK with my dad.”
“I am grateful that I started playing soccer when I was younger, because I enjoy playing and competing with my team.”
“I feel grateful for my whole life.”
Well, it goes without saying that we are grateful for our beautiful new school and our outstanding Year 7 class!