With so much to accomplish in a relatively short time, everyone was up bright, (some not so bright) and early. Packing could be considered an art for both students and teachers, as there was much to cram and squeeze into suitcases! Needless to say, it all had to go - so somehow it all fit. Breakfast was very much appreciated again by all as bread, with vast amounts of Nutella thickly applied were devoured. With bowls of yummy hot chocolate all in, it was time for another round of bag checks and bed stripping.

With time flying by, we all made for the classroom where everyone was given some cool 2013 calendars for cutting out of amazing photos of planets, galaxies and moon eclipses. It was wonderful to bless Claudie and George with gifts to show our great appreciation for everything they did for us during the week. A round of group photos and then it was time to wait for the bus. And wait we did... but finally it arrived and with some skilled speed, all luggage was loaded and we headed down the mountain for our last chance to shop at the supermarket in town.

Claudie holding the Staff shirt from MSS.

Amber presenting George with our little gift of appreciation.

Claudie with her Mauritian Goodies.

Mrs. Banor showing George the Year Book.
 
Claudie having a giggle while going though the 2012 Morning Star YB.

Last 4-Square guys!

Where is that bus?

Lunch at the airport was a rather rushed affair but somehow everyone had their fill. Then everyone, teachers included, squeezed chocolates, sweets and gifts into already full bags.

In the airport it was tagging time, booking of luggage and then our final good-byes to Claudie before going through passport control. It was amazing how just about everyone set off a siren or alarm with who knows what! Finally we were all successfully through and it was time to relax and wait for our plane.

Julie all done with her luggage with ticket in hand.

Waiting to book in their luggage.

Good-Bye Claudie - thank you SO much!
Once boarded, everyone was clearly ready to go home and be reunited with family. However, parents and friends were given quite the wait as it was a rather tedious affair getting 19 people through all the procedures when all we wanted was to get to the other side! Finally we were all through, with great excitement and a few tears of joy shed, everyone was once again reunited.

Getting organised.

Hans getting ready to fly back.

Wayne, our new frequent flyer.

Look here Geneta and Cloe!

Very last (I promise) group photo...

Waiting patiently to get through to their parents.

Nathan happy to be with Mom!

Philippine and Mom

Wayne safe and sound with Mom!

Mrs. Ades and Raphaelle

Sarah thrilled to be with her family!
Good-bye Reunion Island! It was an awesome experience and appreciated by all. Thank you Mr. Kaiyo, Mrs. Banor and Mrs. Vismer and all the students who made the 2014 Astronomy Adventure all it could be! Until next time...