After dedicating 22 years of his life to Ballyraine National School, Principal David Oliver is taking a well-earned break and beginning an exciting new chapter of retirement.
Mr Oliver’s tenure has been marked by numerous achievements and developments including the opening of a major new extension in 2021. Under his leadership, Ballyraine NS enhanced its special needs education provision, introduced a new library, new sensory trail and a sensory garden.
Members of the Board of Management making a presentation to David Oliver at the event held in Ballyraine NS on Wednesday last to mark his retirement after 22 years as principal from left are Linda Moore, Principal, Zoe Stephenson, Ruth Morell, David Oliver and Ryan Ludick. Photo Clive Wasson
Former colleagues Emma McLaughlin and Arlene Gallen makin presentations to Heather Oilver and David Oliver at the event held in Ballyraine NS on Wednesday last to mark Mr Oliver’s retirement after 22 years as principal. Photo Clive Wasson
Through innovation and mentorship, Mr Oliver guided his team to inspire countless students to achieve their full potential and make a great impact on the community.
Staff, the parents association and board of management members gathered for a reception on Wednesday to mark Mr Oliver’s retirement. A special presentation was made to David and his wife, Heather, to say thank you for their years of dedicating to the school community.
Congratulations were also extended to Linda Moore, who takes over the role of Principal.
See photos by Clive Wasson below:
Guests at the event held in Ballyraine NS on Wednesday last to mark his retirement after 22 years as principal. Photo Clive Wasson
Former Board of management Charipersons REv Tommy Bruce and Rev William McCully with Mr. Daivd Oliver, retiring Principal at the event held in Ballyraine NS on Wednesday last to mark his retirement after 22 years as principal. Photo Clive Wasson
David Oliver and his wife Heather at the event held in Ballyraine NS on Wednesday last to mark his retirement after 22 years as principal. Photo Clive Wasson
Raymond Sweeney, Chairperson Parents Association making a presentation to David Oliver at the event held in Ballyraine NS on Wednesday last to mark his retirement after 22 years as principal. Photo Clive Wasson
Raymond Sweeney, Chairperson Parents Association making a presentation to David Oliver at the event held in Ballyraine NS on Wednesday last to mark his retirement after 22 years as principal. Photo Clive Wasson
Raymond Sweeney, Chairperson Parents Association making a presentation to David Oliver at the event held in Ballyraine NS on Wednesday last to mark his retirement after 22 years as principal. Photo Clive Wasson