Honouring the Fathers Who Inspire Us.
6/15/2025


Father’s Day is more than just a date on the calendar—it’s a heartfelt reminder to celebrate the role that fathers and father figures play in shaping lives and communities. Whether through quiet guidance, strong leadership, or unconditional love, fathers provide a foundation of strength and support that often goes unspoken but never unnoticed.
This day offers us a moment to reflect on the impact of fatherhood—both in the home and beyond. Fathers are role models, caregivers, teachers, and encouragers. They help instill values, nurture confidence, and model resilience. For many, their words and actions echo long into adulthood, shaping who we become.
Celebrating Father’s Day helps us learn the importance of gratitude and recognition. It also fosters stronger family connections and reinforces the message that every role in a child’s life matters deeply. Whether biological fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers, or mentors—this is a chance to honour all those who show up with heart and presence.
In recognising fathers, we celebrate love in action—the kind that teaches, protects, and uplifts.
Young Voices, Big Hearts – A Father’s Day Tribute in Verse
To celebrate Father’s Day, three of our learners came together to create a heartfelt poem honouring the fathers and father figures who make a difference in their lives. Their words reflect not only deep appreciation but also a maturity and emotional insight well beyond their years. Through rhythm and rhyme, they’ve managed to capture the strength, love, and quiet support that fathers offer every day. This poem is a powerful reminder of the impact that care and presence have on young minds—and a beautiful tribute from the next generation.
DAD
By N.P Shezi, K. Salik, S. Sahadave
Ngcebo Shezi©
Your love is my beacon bright,
Shining like a lighthouse in the dark of night.
You guide my steps, from tender youth to seasoned age,
A constant presence, like a shelter from life’s raging stage.
In times of sorrow, you're a soothing balm to my soul,
Wiping away my tears, like a gentle summer breeze that makes me whole.
With every stumble, you're a steady hand that lifts me high,
Like a tree that stands firm, through life’s turbulent sky.
You're my greatest treasure, my heart's most precious claim,
A love that's as boundless as the ocean, and as enduring as a flame.
In memories, I’ll cherish every moment we shared with glee,
Forever grateful, Dad, for being my rock, my guiding sea.
A father's love, steadfast and true, a bond between us, forever shining through
A father's love, so strong, so true, a silent strength that sees you through.
Each obstacle that I face, you are there to hold my hand
Cheering for me as if you're my biggest fan
Your hands, the first to hold me tight,
guiding me through the darkest night.
Your heart, a shelter from life’s storms, a safe haven where I can take flight
With every step, with every fall, you've been there to catch me, and help me stand tall.
A father’s love, a gift so rare, a treasure I’ll forever hold and share.
Like angel’s eyes, like bright blue skies,
You watch upon me through life’s great strides.
When my body can't go more,
Or my soul, all its contents pour,
I know you'll always be there in the heavens ever ready to restore.
Our memories I have known, the best I’ll ever own,
Will carry me till the day the light leads me to you, one whom I’ll always know.




Celebrating Father Figures with Laughter, Lunch, and Lasting Memories
Heather Secondary marked Father’s Day with warmth and appreciation by hosting a special lunch in honour of our male teachers. The event was a heartfelt tribute to the role they play—not only as educators but also as mentors, role models, and father figures within our school community. Each teacher received a thoughtful gift as a token of gratitude, and the atmosphere was filled with joy and connection. Adding a fun twist to the celebration, staff took part in a light-hearted game of Broken Telephone Drawing, sparking laughter and creative chaos! These moments reminded us of the power of appreciation, play, and the strong bonds we share as a school family.











