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What years were you involved with Undera Primary School, and what was your role during your time there?
Firstly appointed as district reliever, followed by head teacher in 1995, only teacher Prep to Grade 6. Approximately 15 students.
Looking back, what changes or developments did you see at Undera during your time at the school?
The numbers increased to 64 by 2005, three staff members were added, plus a kinder outside in a portable.
Can you share a memorable moment, achievement or experience that captures the spirit of the Undera school community?
The defining moment was the establishment of the kinder, attached to the school site, one of the first to be established in the state.
What were some of the things that made the students, families and staff at Undera special to work with?
The fact that most students came to school by car, meant that you had daily contact with the parents.
After being part of the school’s history, what does it mean to you to see Undera Primary School celebrating this milestone?
It means a lot, many fond memories of my 10 years at the school. Very proud of the growth in the school community.
Is there anything else you would like to add or a particular memory you would like to share?
Having grown up in Undera, it was great to catch up with people I grew up with and swam in the local channel.
Alistair Chessells
What years were you involved with Undera Primary School, and what was your role during your time there?
2000 to around 2023 and school council representative.
Looking back, what changes or developments did you see at Undera during your time at the school?
School buildings infrastructure and playground development. Native gardens, the memorial wall, shaded areas, watering system, vegetable garden and shed.
Can you share a memorable moment, achievement or experience that captures the spirit of the Undera school community?
Building of the memorial wall with the memories of the ANZACs. Where the ANZAC service is held there every year.
What were some of the things that made the students, families and staff at Undera special to work with?
Their emphasis on the community spirit.
After being part of the school’s history, what does it mean to you to see Undera Primary School celebrating this milestone?
Feeling proud of the school’s history and achievements. From a past student and able to be on council and still be actively involved in the school on special occasions. Proud to be involved in this historic milestone.
Is there anything else you would like to add or a particular memory you would like to share?
Being the school council president and working closely with the school principal Dave Farrell to improve the school to how it looks and stands today. Also having my two girls attend the school as a fifth generation of our family at the school.
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