This week began with an incredibly unexpected twist – a snow day on Tuesday! Derby hasn’t seen snow this early in November for many years, and I think it caught us all by surprise. While it created a picturesque winter wonderland, the conditions also brought significant challenges.

Any decision to close the school is not taken lightly. The safety of our students and staff, both on the school site and travelling to school, is always our primary consideration when making decisions of this nature. Derby High has a large catchment area, with many of our students and staff traveling significant distances to reach school. On Tuesday, the road conditions in several areas became particularly challenging. While each school’s circumstances differ, we made our decision based on the specific information for Derby High School.

I want to thank our parents, students and staff for their understanding and adaptability as we navigated this situation. It is a reminder of the strength of our community and our shared commitment to ensuring everyone’s wellbeing.

Looking ahead, we are excited to see parents at our upcoming events as we approach the festive season. Please take a moment to read through High Notes and check the calendar on the Parent Portal to stay up to date with everything happening at Derby High. Your involvement is so important to us, and we look forward to welcoming you to these special occasions.

To read all of this week’s Senior High Notes, please click here.