24 June 2022 – Issue 8
HEAD’S
WEEKLY REVIEW
Weekend Fun
Head’s Introduction
This week has provided a fantastic showcase of Roedean life, and it is wonderful to see the commitment of so many students and my colleagues to such a wide range of activities.
Music for a Summer's Evening
The performances of Matilda so far have received rapturous applause, and they have been outstanding. The actors’ brilliant characterisation really engaged the audiences, and the chorus scenes are great fun. Ms Woodbridge is to be congratulated not only for the fantastic show but for giving this opportunity to two separate casts. Alongside Roedean’s Years 7 and 8, pupils from Years 4-6 in St Mark’s just loved yesterday’s performance. Congratulations to all the performers and back stage crew, and to our Performing Arts and Theatre teams. The Art Exhibition, which features the work of students in Years 13 and 11, is really remarkable. The creativity, quality, and variety of the work is exceptional, and I really enjoyed exploring the works in the Art Studio and the Old Ref. Having the chance to discuss the pieces on display with the girls who created them, and hearing about their inspirations and creative processes, was also very interesting. Congratulations to the Art Department and all those whose wonderful work was exhibited. This week also saw the finale of the Roedean Academy, and we have received incredibly positive feedback from the Year 10 students who have taken part in this programme. The Scholars’ events which have taken place this week have also been wonderful celebrations of the girls’ work over the year. Thank you and well done to everyone involved.
Boarding Summer Party!
Yesterday’s Year 7 musical showcase in Chapel allowed the girls to show what they have learnt over the course of the year – I hope that having the chance to play with the Junior orchestra after such a short time has inspired many of them to continue learning next year and beyond. I am looking forward to our Speech Day in the Dome next Wednesday. It is always such a pleasure to celebrate the achievements and successes of our students, and I am sure that our guest speaker, Beatrix Ong MBE, will be inspirational. I am pleased that holding this key event in the year at the Dome will allow the entire school body, as well as parents and guests, to celebrate together. It will be a fantastic way to round off an excellent year. I look forward to welcoming many of you to the School tomorrow for Roedean Day. The day will see our academic departments showcasing their work, the final performance of Matilda, a chance to visit the Art Exhibition, an OR reunion event, and, of course, Sports Day. After all of that, I hope you all enjoy a restful Sunday too!
Amalie's Pole Vault Success!