It is with much sadness that we share with you the sudden passing of Alan Sutton, our school Principal. Alan has been our School Principal, and previously Deputy Principal, for over 20 years and has contributed much to our wider school, educational and local community.

This is extremely sad news and our thoughts are with Alan’s family - Jill, Dean and Stephanie. The school hall is open daily from 10am till 12 noon this week for those who wish to leave flowers or messages. Funeral details will be published tomorrow in The Press online and in Saturday's paper.

Due to overwhelming support, the service will be lived streamed in the RBS School Hall at the same time. We encourage our school community with children to celebrate Alan's life at this venue. After the service there will be light refreshments available.

Thank you for the amazing support given to the RBS Staff and Alan’s family.

Moe mai ra te rangatira.