A Carey Christmas Message
Director of Education
What an incredible year 2025 has been. As we look back, the vibrant energy of Carey Baptist College reflects the heartfelt and intentional service of every person who is part of this community. Our success has not come from grand moments alone, but from the thousands of thoughtful, often unseen acts of care that shape our daily mission.
To our remarkable staff across classrooms, offices and campuses – a huge thank you!
You have not only met the challenges of this year; you have embraced them with grace. You supported one another, upheld our values and surrounded our students and families with genuine care. You are the steady heart of Carey.
To our students – you inspire us! Your curiosity, hard work, resilience and kindness have made this a truly memorable year.
And to our parents, we offer our sincere gratitude. Your partnership, whether through volunteering, serving at events, encouraging our staff or supporting your children, has provided the foundation on which so much of our work has flourished. You help lay the canvas for our collective success.
This year’s story is one of many small contributions woven together into something remarkable. Like a beautifully crafted tapestry, each thread of effort, faith and support has created a richness far greater than any of us could achieve alone.
Thank you for bringing your best to Carey in 2025. It is a privilege to walk this journey with you. As the school year concludes, we trust the Christmas season will provide you a welcome pause and an opportunity for reflection on the one moment that changed everything: Christ’s arrival. Simple. Unexpected. Humble. Not as a spectacle, but in quiet paradigm-changing strength – the reason we serve and why we all, collectively, strive to build a community where every person is welcomed, known and cared for.
Have a wonderful Christmas and well deserved break.
Tracy Holmes
Director of Education
Carey Baptist College
