'A real privilege': Governor at Broughton High School in Preston retires after 35 years
“I’m incredibly proud to have played a part in the school’s journey and grateful for the many friendships, memories and experiences it has given me.”
A governer at a secondary school in Preston has stepped down after more than three decades of dedicated service.
Last week, 82-year-old Judith Fawbert retired as Governor at Broughton High School, where she has served for 35 years.
Having been at the school since 1991, the mum of two had served the school alongside all four headteachers in the school's history and spent many of those years as Head Governer.
Judith, who also worked at Lancashire County Council before her retirement, told the Post: "Being a governor at Broughton High School for the past 35 years has been a real privilege, and stepping down as Chair of Governors after so long is a very emotional moment.
“I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside all four headteachers in the school’s history and helping to guide the school through many changes. It has been wonderful to see the school continue to go from strength to strength and to watch generations of young people pass through its doors.
“What has always made Broughton High School special, though, is its family spirit. Staff may have changed, families have seen different generations educated here, and the buildings themselves have evolved, but that strong sense of community has remained constant.
“I’m incredibly proud to have played a part in the school’s journey and grateful for the many friendships, memories and experiences it has given me.
“I would like to thank everyone I’ve worked with over the years for their support and dedication. While it’s time for me to step aside, I will always have a deep affection for the school and will continue to follow its successes with great pride."
Before her final day at Broughton High School, Judith, originally from Burnley, was presented with a commemorative plaque and some gifts from the school and governing body at a presentation hosted by Headteacher David Botes, new Chair of Governors Martine Morris and long-serving members of school staff.
David Botes, said: “On behalf of the entire school community, I would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Judith Fawbert for an extraordinary 35 years of dedicated service to the Governing Body at Broughton High School. Throughout that time, as a Governor, Judith has made an exceptional contribution to the life and success of the school, including many years as Chair of Governors.
“Judith has worked with all four of the Headteachers that have been in post since the school opened and, in May 2015, Judith was presented with an award the Lancashire Association of School Governing Bodies for her outstanding contribution to Broughton High School.
“Judith’s unwavering commitment, wisdom, and support have helped shape Broughton High School's development and ensured the best possible outcomes for generations of pupils. While we will greatly miss her experience and guidance, we thank Judith for her remarkable legacy of service to the school, and our Governing Body, and for the lasting impact she has made.”