About 130 parents, staff, and supporters of the school were reassured by MC Simon Higgins that the multi-million dollar price tag for the building work wouldn't be collected then and there.
If that was the primary aim, the Covenant crew was off to an ordinary start with cost for the evening coming in at a warm and fuzzy $20-a-head.
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Testimony to the popularity of the event was that tables spilled onto the balcony. And yes, that was a tent we were sitting under.
There was a donation element to the night but it was not aligned with pressure. And we were told there were two ways to donate: financially and by word-of-mouth, telling people about enrolling in this great school.
Someone said the ticket price was kept low so anyone could come to enjoy being part of the Covie community.
The important things of which my wife and I were reminded were the sense of welcoming, the feeling of community, and that this school honours the Lord Jesus Christ.
We were there for the common reason of ensuring the best future for our children and were shown a bold road map on how we can help achieve this.
Hats off to the makers of the DVD which will give parents considering the school a taste of what is on offer.
Thanks also to the Hills Flowers people for donating flowers and to Suzanne Bennett for the organisation.
Rod Bennett
Parent
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