Trusted friends,
As most of you have heard by now,
Fleur has indeed left us under tragic circumstances. It is believed that her father was killed by Death Eaters, and understandably, she has asked for a leave so she can be with her family at this time.
Until her return, I have asked Glenalda Hornby to come out of retirement to teach Transfigurations. I know you will all make her feel welcome.
In addition,
Ministry officials will be coming to the school early tomorrow afternoon to interview Miss Brown once again about her abduction. I'm insisting hoping that they will be professional and brief. The poor girl has already been through enough.
There is still no change in Ronald Weasley, but he is stable, and his healers insist that this is the best we can hope for at this juncture.
Minerva