Editors’ Letter

German artist Karl Lagerfeld once said ‘Evolution is the secret to the next step”... But this magazine is the secret to a new beginning. As a team, we chose the theme of Evolution because it sparks a change in the world: in society, in the environment, and in the individual. Therefore, we decided to divide this theme into aforementioned categories, so we could encompass a range of topics and explore the breadth of Evolution with justice, as a school. Evolution is all around us - just consider the Evolution within the Pipers community alone since beginning your journey here, whether it’s been one year or fourteen; change and growth are the seed that ignites a brighter future for us all.

In the January lockdown, we virtually congregated for the first time where we held our opening meeting over Zoom. Remember Zoom? These unlikely circumstances caused us to consider the evolutionary shift within all of our lives in the last year, born from the pandemic. Whether it be our developing computer skills, or our increased appreciation for the environment and nature around us, we noticed that in almost every aspect of our lives, Evolution was at the centre of our lockdown experience. On a wider scale, we also looked to the societal Evolution sparked from the Black Lives Matter movement within this monumental time. And, so while moving forward with resilience and optimism, we knew that this Evolution

would be ever-current and impactful for people of all ages and cultures.

Thank you to everyone within our team - Grace Johnson, Cat Reid, Liz Reid, Anna Yates, Eloise Graham, Cleo Booker and Emma Lindsay - for your ongoing enthusiasm and collaborative efforts. As a team, we have enjoyed each and every moment of producing a magazine with purpose and meaning. We would also like to especially thank all of those individuals who participated in the magazine by contributing articles as well expressing support. You have made this magazine possible and brought our vision to life, for which we are exceptionally grateful. And finally, our gratitude goes to Alicia Wright, former pupil and our Consultant Graphic Designer, who has helped us every step of the way, along with a group of staff, Mr Ranford, Ms Howard-Saunders and Mr Robinson, who have provided guidance and support throughout this inspiring journey.

And to whomever is embarking on this adventure with us, happy reading and happy evolving!

Z Fairmann, Editor L Barker, Deputy Editor Year 12