March 8, 2016
Seiritsu High School Graduation; Congratulations, Class of 2016!
Peter here,
On the fine warm morning of Sunday March 6, Seiritsu's third year high school students took part in their final home room and graduation ceremony.
This year was particularly special, as it was the first graduation for students who have been at Seiritsu for the whole six years of junior and senior high. It was an emotional time for both students and the teachers who saw them grow into who they are today.
The Graduation ceremony and final home room is a chance for all classmates and club team mates to say goodbye. After receiving their graduation diplomas, the students leave into the courtyard where a 'hanamichi' (flower road) of their 'kohai' (juniors) are waiting for them. lots of pictures are taken, lots of tears are shed, and lots of celebrations and singing happen.
Among the graduates was international student Connor, who has signed professionally for Brisbane Roar FC, who are currently leading the Australian A League! Congratulations, Connor, it was a pleasure to have you here for three years and we look forward to seeing your future successes.
It was also an emotional time for me, as I am becoming a full-time Karate instructor in Saitama from April. I will still be at Seiritsu in a marketing and support role, but this change in work pattern means that, after five years, I will no longer be able to coach the Seiritsu karate club. Good luck guys, I will come and cheer for you whenever I can!
From now until the end of term on March 19th, the school will enter a slower-paced schedule, as students and staff start to prepare for the next school year.
Peter Williams
International Department Coordinator