The Southern African Heads of Independent Schools Association (SAHISA)

Welcome from the Chair

The start of a new academic year is always busy and I trust that it has been a good period for most of you.  The December 2011 holiday may be a rather distant memory, as the often more mundane aspects of the typical routines of school days unfold.  There are, however, some significant changes in the curriculum this year, at key stages, and the implementation of these changes will require specific focus.

During the December break, a number of schools suffered tragedies with the loss of either staff members or pupils.  On behalf of SAHISA, I extend heartfelt condolences to those schools and communities and pray that, in the months ahead, when the shock and grief of the losses are still so painfully raw to those devastated, they will find some comfort and peace within the very supportive communities that characterize our schools.

SAHISA will shortly be extending a warm and sincere welcome to a number of new heads, and I do trust that your period in office, whilst often challenging, will create opportunities for both professional and personal growth.