Celebrating Mr. Filer’s teaching/leading career

Brighton Primary said goodbye to their principal on Friday. Starting with an assembly to acknowledge the significant contribution that Mr. Filer had made to the school. Mr. Filer’s family, friends, governing council, teachers, SSOs and students listened to the choir and speeches made to thank Mr. Filer and wish him well. The students sent him on his way with the customary graduation arch where he snaked his way below the arms of the 700 odd students at Brighton.

Poem – Farewell to Mr Filer

Everyone rushes to say “hi” to Fly

He’s the well dressed guy in the suit and the tie

but there is so much more than meets the eye

 

The second you step into the yard

I see you form that smile from a mile

 

You stand with a promise

to keep us honest

 

The moment someone falls to their knees

You rush to be their noble steed

 

We’re all so grateful for what you have done

New experiences, opportunities, and a whole heap of fun

 

Thank you for the wisdom you portray

We won’t forget it any day

We listen to the words you say

As the message you give away, makes our day

 

You are the leader that we need

I think we all agree

The community that you lead

Hates to see you leave

 

Buzz Light-Year would be proud

As you resemble him aloud

 

Even though this is our last goodbye

We hope to see you again, and that beaming smile

Thank you Mr. Filer. We will miss you.

Speech on behalf of the students – Samika and Lacey

On behalf of our entire school, we would like to acknowledge Mr. Filer’s time at our school.  We would like to thank him for all the effort he has put into making our school the best it could be. Mr. Filer has made a huge impact on Brighton Primary school and all the people in it in so many different ways.

From accompanying the year 7s on their KI camp, to bringing in his adorable dog Rocky into school, to playing soccer in the yard, Mr. Filer has never been one to stay locked inside his office. He constantly engages with students and is friendly to everyone.

Since his arrival at our school, Mr. Filer has made many improvements to our school. He has overseen the construction of many new establishments, including LA4, LA1, the nature play area, the stem space and the upgrade of LA2. His efforts regarding the improvements of our schools music opportunities are appreciated by many.

Mr. Filer values everyone’s opinion and voice, and ensures that students’ views are addressed fairly. He is everything a great principal should be, and we all are sincerely grateful for his contribution to the betterment of our school. The changes and transformation he has created in at Brighton Primary School will be appreciated for generations to come.

We wish you the best of luck for all your future endeavours, Mr. Filer, and we hope you have a peaceful, happy and healthy retirement.