As a new school year approaches, I would like to wish our teachers, students, staff and families a great year ahead.
Last year I had the pleasure of visiting many primary and secondary schools across my electorate and it was really fantastic to get to meet and connect with our youth.
We also hosted the first Shepparton Parliament Youth forum for our secondary school students, which provided a wonderful platform for the students to share their aspirations for the future.
I have seen first-hand the dedicated and hard-working teachers who work tirelessly to support their students and ensure they are set up to grasp the opportunities of the future and contribute positively to the community.
For those students commencing their final year of schooling, I encourage you to make the most of your time and prepare yourself for the next chapter, whether it includes further study or entering the workforce.
Best wishes to all our students who are starting school. It can be an emotional time for the parents and carers as their children take the first step into their primary school years.
I can’t wait to catch up with and hear from students in the year ahead, and I will continue to support our students, teachers and schools in any way that I can.
Kim O’Keeffe
State Member for Shepparton
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