EARTHQUAKE

Wow! What an amazing few days!
I (Paulette) was very pleased to hear that everyone was safe and there wasn't much damage to your houses. Like you, we have been very shaken by the earthquake and the large aftershocks which Ben has nicely called 'The Wobbles'. Our house is all o.k just minor cracks but just across the road from us there are enormous cracks in the roads and our local bridge has been totally twisted around. As you are most likely aware that Avonside was quite badly hit. I am just pleased that the aftershocks have become much smaller!
I LOVE the poems and thoughts that Liam and Alex have posted. Kirsty and I would love to hear your stories or thoughts too. So feel free to blog any of your stories. This will be a nice ways to share the experience.
Keep an eye on the school website too as there are some really useful tips to help with any anxious children.
We (the staff) will be meeting tomorrow to discuss the transition back to school for the children and will ensure they feel as safe and as happy as possible. Please feel free to let Kirsty or I know if any of your children have been particularly 'shaken' by the past few days so we can cater to their needs at school.
Keep safe
Paulette and Kirsty