First Announcement of the Term ...
Good day, students and staff!
I fear I have been terribly remiss in addressing you all in greeting thus far - my apologies. Pithy comments at the Sorting Banquet aside, may I welcome you all back for another illuminating year at Hogwarts!
Ah, I am behind ...
Congratulations to all recently sorted into their Houses - I am confident that each and every student will find their Houses a source of support and encouragement in the coming year. Your respective Heads will be most happy to help guide and advise you, and I encourage you all to seek the advice and knowledge of your prefects as well, should you have a problem.
Also, congratulations to Gryffindor on their stunning Quidditch victory last weekend - the game was excellently played and I am most proud of the sportsmanlike behavior of both Gryffindor and Slytherin.
Please remember to register your pets with your Heads of House; it is imperative that staff are aware of pets in order to assist should they be lost or injured. 'Conjured' pets, especially, should be noted as such; this would apply to you, Mr. Longbottom. Please see Professor Black immediately.
I am pleased to announce that Hogwarts will be hosting a Welcome Back dance, to take place next Saturday night in the Great Hall. Alumni are welcome and encouraged to attend, as are all years of students; a date may be brought to this event. Professors will be required to attend as chaperones.
That is all for now, and please remember, my door is always open - once you get past the gargoyle, that is.