Last week the Hazelwood community learned of the passing of Mrs Sheila Hall. Sheila was one of a handful of parents who tirelessly challenged politicians, councillors and clerics, to support the opening of Hazelwood Integrated Primary School. She worked as a volunteer at first and armed with a sweeping brush and indomitable passion and energy, helped clear a space in a disused building that became Hazelwood's first premises, opening in 1985.

She then worked as School Secretary for many years. Hazelwood and the growth of Integrated schools will always be indebted to Sheila and those who championed an alternative to segregated education.

The entire Hazelwood community offer our sympathies and condolences to Sheila's family.