Mr Jones retires

Pretty Beach Public School teacher Mr Lawrie Jones has announced his retirement after 20 years at the local primary school.

Mr Jones began at Pretty Beach Public School in 1988 and his last day of teaching was on October 19.

"I have immensely enjoyed the past 20 years with my Pretty Beach friends - children, parents and staff," Mr Jones said.

"All have played a major part in my life and I will miss the friendship.

"Pretty Beach being a small school and set in an idyllic location makes it a unique school.

"It has been personally rewarding to watch and be a part of the development of the children from when they start in Kindergarten to when they complete Year 6.

"I will miss our playground chats and hearing about what is going on in their lives."

The school's cleaner Ms Fay Shelley has also announced her retirement after 18 years of employment.

Principal Ms Vicki Redrup said she wished Mr Jones and Ms Shelley all the best in their retirement years.

Newsletter, 6 Nov 2008 Pretty Beach Public School