Hey Roger

Well, this is not goodbye but we will see you again. You have been a consummate professional, a stellar colleague and a great friend. I wish you nothing less than a happy, restful and fulfilling retirement that you deserve. Please, continue to sing and perform as the world should not be denied your talent. God Bless you on this your new adventure called retirement.

Love you: Adriana Balletta

Roger,

It only seems like yesterday - okay... maybe like last year... well... its been a while ;-) that I was a student sitting in the back of your class at William Beagle Jr. Sec. ... thank you for your caring guidance and support.

From there our paths crossed again at GP. You welcomed me into the Science Department and helped a young teacher get started on a new career. Thank you for your friendship and mentorship.

And from there our paths crossed a few more times at various schools as you supported our Hospital Homebound students. Thank you for the continuity and professionalism you provided to our students and staff...

And finally our paths crossed again this last year at Surrey Connect. Thank you for another warm welcome to another school and for your wise and calm leadership and support. Surrey Connect students have been exceptionally fortunate to receive your wisdom and expertise as they navigate through the world of Distributed Learning.

Congratulations on your retirement Roger! Enjoy time spent with family and friends. We wil be thinking of you as you embark on new adventures... send us photos - visit often!

Ken

Where has all the time gone. It seems like yesterday we were working on the same staff at Guildford Park.

I remember seeing your at the Surrey Arts Centre doing Gilbert and Sullivan and hope you are going to continue with this in your retirement.

Wishing you all the best in your future endeavours - probably coming back to TOC, so may see you again in a different roll.

Joan Shrimpton

Roger,

Congratulations on wrapping up such a successful career and moving on to the next phase. It seems like yesterday, we first met in that prep room at Matheson. One of the many courses that you were responsible for back then was Socials 8 ...maybe 9 as well – not everyday stuff for a senior Chemistry teacher. In those days, you were working out of that cubby hole of an office where Surrey Connect began with Lynn, Jeff, Glenn, Helen Hutton, Tracy Yearsley and a few other souls. Good times.

I'll miss the sage like presence and common sense that you bring to the office. You have a gift for putting things into perspective. The tech tips and care that you put into online education will be sorely missed. Your commitment to students and education is really commendable. I remember the trip we all took to Calgary a few years ago; seeing you on the computer being so active with the students who were back in BC – that was an inspiration for all of us.

I'm guessing the next phase of life will include some trips to warm and exotic locations. When you're in Oahu this September, be sure to stop by at Waimea Bay for me (pictured)…I know you'll be fully enjoying the islands. Your great spirit has served you well during your career with the Surrey School district. I know that you'll carry that great spirit into retirement and make good use of the added free time with friends and family. Mahalo for all of the help you've provided me…all the best to you and the family.

Devinder

Off and sailing!

Roger,

It's been great working with you over the years. I've really appreciated your willingness to drop everything to help me with a webct issue or to discuss some science issue. Your exurberance this year has been contagious and prompted me to make some post-retirement plans also! I hope to stay in touch by attending some of your shows! I'll be looking for the pink hair (a little iphone magic!). All the best to you and MaryAnn.

Karen

Best Wishes!

Roger,
I was looking forward to sharing the sunny, southern side of DEC with you next year! Alas, you will actually be out enjoying the sun and seas as you "sail" into retirement!
I wish you all the best as you "cruise" into your new life!
All the best,
Brooke

Wow, what a lucky guy you are Roger !

Continued blessings to you and your family.

Bill Rogers