About this Short Film
Charlton Christian College’s Farewell to Year 12 is a quiet, thoughtful short that sits comfortably in the Focus on Ability program. The film explores themes of school life, adolescence and transition through a focus on individuality and ability. It addresses Down syndrome, intellectual and cognitive processing disability with care and respect, and draws on poetic moments to reflect on what leaving Year 12 can mean. Suitable for audiences seeking honest, human stories, this work offers a gentle reminder of achievement, voice and belonging within a school community. A warm and respectful piece, it highlights the festival’s commitment to celebrating diverse abilities.
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Ella - what a completely inspiring young lady you are Your love for Christ and your love for people is so evident and overflowing. You have a life perspective that our broken world is crying out foryou capture love and light and it radiates from you. Im so grateful for your heart and that you have been able to share so authentically. You have clearly already impacted so many people for the better - never cease sprinkling love and kindness round like confetti. All the best blossom
There are not enough words to describe how extremely proud we are of our beautiful girl. You bring so much love laughter and blessings into every single day of our lives. You are an inspiration to everyone who meets and knows you and you make a differences wherever you go even to people who meet you for the first time. Never stop being youour beautiful daughter and a beacon through which God shines.
This is so beautiful Ella You are so loved and what everyone shared is so true. I have experienced your joy and warm smile so often at school. You are a ray of sunshine always seeing the best. Thank you for showing us God's love everyday You look gorgeous too in your photos all grown up now my gosh Congratulations on your incredible video
Ella sure is a very soul and l love her to moon and back.she my girl and I will always be my ella