John Septimus Roe Anglican Community School

JOHN SEPTIMUS ROE ANGLICAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL

SCHOOL BALL HITS THE ROAD

With a last-minute change in COVID-19 protocols, John Septimus Roe Anglican Community School (JSRACS) staff had to think on their feet to change the location of the 2022 School Ball.

Instead of the Ball being held at the Hyatt Regency, the School took the Ball to the Swan Valley to Chapel Farm Estate on Saturday, 19 February. All staff and students had to be at least double vaccinated to enter the event, showing their certificates upon arrival as well as staying masked except when eating or drinking. Many masks matched the students’ outfits, highlighting their quick-thinking and embracing the change in conditions. Rather than a formal sit-down dinner, it was an outdoor cocktail style event with mocktails and delicious food throughout the whole evening. Students felt “extremely lucky to have had our Ball” in a COVID-safe manner after many questioned whether the Ball would still be able to go ahead. Some students took the word ‘farm’ literally and were disappointed there were no farm animals in sight. “The night was full of dancing, delicious food, photos and heaps of fun. Sadly, there were no animals,” one student said. Students danced under the stars and fairy lights, with many opting to wear sneakers or slides with their chic ball gowns and suits.

Despite the changes required, JSRACS is dedicated to having highlight events, such as the Ball, in a COVID-safe manner to ensure our students are still able to create their once in a lifetime memories.

Principal Jason Bartell said the JSRACS staff were dedicated to their students and giving them the best experiences possible no matter the circumstances or timeframes. The Ball is always a highly anticipated event that some students had been planning for a year in advance. Although it may not have been quite what they had expected, we are so thankful for the amazing effort of our staff, adapting and being flexible to create an unforgettable experience for the Year 12 students’ biggest highlight event of the year.