VALEDICTORY.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXI, Issue 3033, 2 November 1908, Page 5

VALEDICTORY.

The Miki Miki School during the past eleven years—since it was first established—has been in charge of thß one teacher, Miss Kean. But a change has taken place as Miss Kean has resigned from the service of the Education Board. Several very pleasant functions in connection with Miss Kean's departure from the district have taken part. The first was a "surprise party" consisting of old pupils of the Miki Miki school, who visited Miss Kean at Mrs McLeod's residence, . and during the evening presented her with a silver and oak tray. The recipient suitably acknowledged the gift and expressed her appreciation of the good feeling extended towards her.

On October 30th a large gathering of settlers met at the' school. Mr Buchanan, who was present by special request, in a neat speech made Miss Kean a presentation during the afternoon on behalf of settlers. Mr Buchanan referred to the sterling qualities of the teacher, and also to the valuable service she had rendered to the district during her residence there, and the esteem in which she was held by the settlers. He then asked Miss Kean to accept a handsome silver kettle stand and silver entree dish, and also a testimonial from 67 settlers, wishing her every happiness in her new sphere of life. Mr Payton, chairman of the School Committee, endorsed Mr Buchanan's remarks, and" said that the children of the district were a credit to their teacher. Mr S. Tankersley said that he had been asked by Mr and Mrs Kean, who were unable to be present, to thank the residents of the district for their many kindnesses extended to their daughter during the time she had been there. Miss Kean, in reply, expressed her sincere thanks for the valuable presents, and also tor the hospitable mnaner in which she had always been treated by the people. Three hearty cheers were given for Miss Kean, and also one each lor Miss Chamberlain, (the relieving teacher now in charge), Mr Buchanan and Mr Payton. Afternoon tea was provided by the ladies present.