The Cockerel - April 2022

The Cockerel

BOLTON SCHOOL BOYS’ DIVISION NEWSLETTER ISSUE 33 - APRIL 2022

A Tribute to Cameron

A Tribute to Cameron

It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of Cameron Milton, a Year 13 pupil in the Boys’ Division of Bolton School. Cameron passed away on Monday in his sleep. Everyone in school has his friends and family in their thoughts at this difficult time.

Head of Boys’ Division, Mr. Ford, said: ‘The whole of the Bolton School community is shocked and saddened by the news of Cameron’s death. Cameron was a popular young man who fully participated in all areas of school life. He was a keen sportsman with a special love of rugby, in which he represented the School and Bolton Rugby Club where he was known for his speed and power, earning the nickname of the “Exocet”. Cameron will be deeply missed.’

Mr. Hunt, Cameron's Form Teacher said: 'Cameron was a wellliked member of his

form group and his loss is felt by all of the boys in his form. He was always polite, trustworthy and faced the many demands of school life with a minimum of fuss. It was a privilege to assist him with his university application, where he wished to pursue a degree course reflecting his love of sport.'

First XV rugby coach, Mr. Joseph commented: 'Cameron was an energetic, talented and committed rugby player who exhibited all the qualities of a 1st XV player and deservedly was awarded colours for his contribution to School rugby over seven years.'

Cameron was a popular student and, after his A Levels, was planning on studying Sports Management or Sports Coaching.

Flags are currently flying at half-mast in school, his Sixth Form peers are being supported and there was a poignant pre-match minute’s silence during Wednesday’s 1st XV’s rugby match.

Alumni mentor Sixth Form students in new scheme

Alumni mentor Sixth Form students in new scheme

Several Year 13 students from across both Divisions of Bolton School have spent an instructive year under the mentorship of five high-achieving alumni. The Sixth Formers enjoyed virtual group sessions with all of the former pupils and were paired up with one each as their individual mentor. The one-to-one programme facilitated exploration of each individual’s area of interest, helping the students to develop their ideas as well as their entrepreneurial and business acumen. The Entrepreneurship Scheme drew to a close with five groups pitching their business plans in a Dragons’ Den type forum. The mentors, some in person in the Arts Centre and others attending virtually, offered feedback on the presentations.

All the Sixth Form students spoke positively about the scheme and professed to having learned lots during the process and to developing their entrepreneurial capabilities. They now felt more attuned to the challenges faced by start-up businesses and talked about improving their skills in ideation, research, product development, networking, strategic thinking and communication.

After a catch-up lunch, Umar Awais and Matthew Syers were the first to present and talked about launching their fruit flavoured chocolate product. Sofia CarreraKnowles told how her objective had been to create a product to help the blind or visually impaired. Summer Kay explained her loneliness-fighting project which had involved matching up students with alumni and she talked about the trials and

tribulations involved with this! Aimen Iqbal talked about setting up her own law firm and Fabeha Shafaat, building on her prior experience from Young Enterprise and being a Youth MP, spoke about launching an NGO offering free education to disadvantaged children in the developing world. After the pitch, each student received a £100 participation award.

consultancy; and Tony Wadsworth, CBE (Class of 1974) who had spent over 40 years in the music industry, including 26 years at EMI, where he was Chairman and CEO of EMI Music UK & Ireland as well as being Chairman of both the BPI and BRIT Awards Ltd and who continues to Chair the Brit Trust and the global charity, Julie's Bicycle.

Boys’ Division achieves highest Artsmark Award again

Boys’ Division achieves highest Artsmark Award again

Several Year 13 students from across both Divisions of Bolton School have spent an instructive year under the mentorship of five high-achieving alumni. The Sixth Formers enjoyed virtual group sessions with all of the former pupils and were paired up with one each as their individual mentor. The one-to-one programme facilitated exploration of each individual’s area of interest, helping the students to develop their ideas as well as their entrepreneurial and business acumen. The Entrepreneurship Scheme drew to a close with five groups pitching their business plans in a Dragons’ Den type forum. The mentors, some in person in the Arts Centre and others attending virtually, offered feedback on the presentations.

All the Sixth Form students spoke positively about the scheme and professed to having learned lots during the process and to developing their entrepreneurial capabilities. They now felt more attuned to the challenges faced by start-up businesses and talked about improving their skills in ideation, research, product development, networking, strategic thinking and communication.

After a catch-up lunch, Umar Awais and Matthew Syers were the first to present and talked about launching their fruit flavoured chocolate product. Sofia CarreraKnowles told how her objective had been to create a product to help the blind or visually impaired. Summer Kay explained her loneliness-fighting project which had involved matching up students with alumni and she talked about the trials and

tribulations involved with this! Aimen Iqbal talked about setting up her own law firm and Fabeha Shafaat, building on her prior experience from Young Enterprise and being a Youth MP, spoke about launching an NGO offering free education to disadvantaged children in the developing world. After the pitch, each student received a £100 participation award. The five alumni mentors who gave their time to encourage the students were: Juhi Gore (Class of 1993) who currently works with early-stage impact-focused businesses, social enterprises and the ecosystems helping them to succeed; John Craven (Class of 1982) who, after a long career working mostly for large investment banks, along with a close friend launched Smith Square Partners; Rob Dobson (Class of 1982) who founded Actix, a tech business focused on algorithmic optimisation for mobile

phone networks and is now one of the most active independent angel investors in Scotland; Elizabeth Newton née Whyatt (Class of 1979) who is Head of Professional Development at London Business School, having worked in talent management and development in both corporate environments and through her own consultancy; and Tony Wadsworth, CBE (Class of 1974) who had spent over 40 years in the music industry, including 26 years at EMI, where he was Chairman and CEO of EMI Music UK & Ireland as well as being Chairman of both the BPI and BRIT Awards Ltd and who continues to Chair the Brit Trust and the global charity, Julie's Bicycle.

Eco Update‘Sunrise Litter Picking’

Eco Update - ‘Sunrise Litter Picking

This half term has seen the Eco-committee continue to work on some longer term actions such as stationery recycling and food waste recipe cards. We are working hard on the paperwork for the Green Flag application. Our Eco-committee is always looking for new members, especially older boys who might have lots of ideas to offer.

We have also introduced ‘Sunrise Litter Picking’ with Year 7 forms conducting litter picks around the school boundaries in their tutor periods.

In SPACE, Year 8 boys have learned about plastic pollution and have devised their own podcasts about environmental issues which concern them. Those boys with the best podcasts will be contacted shortly to record with Bolton FM.

Celebrating women in sport at Bolton School

Celebrating women in sport at Bolton School

In March, to celebrate International Women’s Day, students in Years 8-13 spent pastoral lessons discussing women in sport. From the history of women’s football in World War I, to celebrating female sporting achievements, to considering the barriers faced by women when participating in sport, rich discussions took place across the school.

As part of those discussions, students looked at the role played by female coaches, and the importance of challenging stereotypes and seeing women in positions of leadership and

authority. This work has provided an excellent opportunity to highlight some of the women in our own school community, who contribute to the sporting life of the school, and who facilitate fantastic opportunities for Bolton School students to take part in a variety of different sports.

Miss Bramhall is a Level 2 rowing coach. She is also a highly experienced cox, competing nationally with the senior men’s squad at Agecroft Rowing Club, based in Salford. It is her involvement at Agecroft that led to the school partnership, which has meant senior boys have had the opportunity to learn to row for the past three years.

Mrs. Fielding has a dance background, and specializes in Ballroom and Latin American dance. She shares her expertise with students from both divisions at ‘Strictly Dance’ clubs, and has choreographed many school musicals. She is also a fully qualified yoga instructor and holds a Level 3 Fitness Instructor Diploma along with a Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology qualification.

Miss Gillibrand is a Level 1 and Level 2 Lawn Tennis Association tennis coach, who has also been scouted by Judy Murray to be a coach on the ‘Miss-Hits’ tennis programme. Since joining the School in September 2021, Miss Gillibrand has shared her racket sports expertise with students; organising a House Day tournament and running multiple badminton clubs and fixtures.

Having competed nationally in fencing, Miss Marsh is now coaching a number of students as part of their extra-curricular activities. She is looking forward to teaching fencing as a timetabled activity in Sports lessons next year.

Ms. Roddy is a qualified Rock Climbing Instructor. She has climbed all over Europe, including in France, Germany, Sweden and Spain, and enjoys sharing these skills with students. She has been teaching climbing in Senior Sport for the past two years, and also runs a lunchtime club for students in Years 8 and 9.

Many of her students competed in the Greater Manchester Schools Climbing Competition in March, where Bolton School

Boys’ Division won first place.

Ms. Roddy reflected: ‘As teachers, we are delighted to share our love of sport with the students; it is fantastic that they have the opportunity to take part in such a variety of different disciplines thanks to our expertise.’

One -night-only Reunion for rival 1970s Bands

One -night-only Reunion for rival 1970s Bands

This year, on the fiftieth anniversary of their debut gig, Bolton School band The Berlin Airlift will return to Lostock Tennis Club to play once again!

The Berlin Airlift first performed in 1972: Old Boys Mark Radcliffe, Andy Wright, Ross Warburton and the late James Leslie (all Class of 1976) were at the time just 14 years old and formed the band while attending Bolton School. The idea of a reunion gig came from Andy, the band’s bass player, who suggested getting back together to celebrate this special anniversary.

For the one-night-only performance, Mark and Andy have invited fellow Old Boys Tony Wadsworth and Richard Pilkington (both Class of 1975) from ‘rival’ school band Black Cat Bone to join them on the stage.

Mark Radcliffe is well known for his work as a radio broadcaster, and has continued to play drums for UNE and Fine Lines. Tony Wadsworth went on to become Head of EMI Records and

Chairman of the Brits, while Richard Pilkington is a professional musician with The Blackheart Orchestra.

Mark said: ‘It feels great to all get together and it’s a real celebration. Bolton School is behind it, and we are all so very grateful for the start that it gave to us.’

The band has booked the very same room at Lostock Tennis Club and they will play a mixture of covers, from The Beatles to David Bowie and Black Sabbath, based on The Berlin Airlift’s original set list from their first ever gig.

Mark, Andy, Tony and Richard would be delighted to see anyone who was there for the inaugural performance back in 1972 and their fellow 1970s Boltonians joining them for the reunion.

The gig will take place on Saturday 26 November 2022, and all proceeds will be donated to a charity of Bolton School’s choosing. Ticket information will be released closer to the date of the performance.

Photographs from The Berlin Airlift’s 1972 gig are extremely rare, so the band has asked anyone with photos to please get in touch and share them via development@boltonschool.org.

Boys Celebrate International Women’s Day

Boys Celebrate International Women’s Day

Whilst International Women’s Day has been celebrated in the Girls’ Division of Bolton School for some time, this was the first year that Boys’ Division pupils celebrated the cause.

In a whole school assembly, Headmaster Mr. Ford lauded Andy Murray for his calling out of sexism in sport before Miss Roddy delivered a powerful reflection on how we can create a better society through striving for gender equality. She told how, in order to make meaningful progress, men and boys must be positively engaged in the debate. This, in turn, she said, will help further the equality agenda for women and girls. Miss Roddy told her audience that as bright, educated young people who will one day grow up to lead companies, teams, schools, their teachers want to help them to recognise the importance of gender equality, and to feel empowered to help further it.

Miss Roddy introduced the word ‘feminism’ and spoke about what it meant to her and other teaching colleagues. For her, it was about progressing women’s rights and improving matters for the next generation. She explained that for Mr. Ford it was about actively promoting equality because he does not want to live in an unjust world. She referenced how he had recently been approached by a national newspaper and a national conference

to talk on topics that he felt there were women much better qualified to speak about. Instead of taking the money, he encouraged the organisers to approach the people best qualified for the job.

Miss Roddy told how, for another colleague, Mrs. Ryder, the key word was ‘equality’ as she considered the question as to why should being born a woman or a man make a difference? If we consider it at a most basic of levels, she said, it should be about wanting the very best people in roles, regardless of sex. She also spoke about another teacher, Mr. O’Toole, who defined himself as a feminist. He thought the biggest misconception among boys – and that he was probably guilty of this as a teenager – is thinking that feminism is an attack on men and masculinity. But, he said, he had come to realise that the idea that women’s rights are gained at the expense of men’s is actually the opposite of the truth. In his view, men benefit greatly from gender equality and, because of that, it is their job to help to dismantle that privilege and to ensure the improvement of the position and status of women in society.

Miss Roddy went on to talk about feminism within school, saying that: ‘For us as a community, it means hope. It means that we can deliver the same messages in the Girls’ and Boys’ Divisions:

both girls and boys can aspire to become doctors, nurses, lawyers, teachers, scientists. Both girls and boys can show emotional vulnerability and see this as a sign of strength.’ She said that ‘achieving gender equality is not a zero-sum game: women gaining more rights, freedoms and leadership positions is not about taking those away from men. It is about redressing the balance. Women make up half the world’s population. It stands to reason that they should also make up 50% of CEOs, board members, headteachers and world leaders.’

She also reminded the boys that: ‘In the wake of the Black Lives Matter protests, we learnt that it was not enough to be non-racist, we need to be actively anti-racist. In a similar way, it is not enough to be non-sexist, we have to be actively anti-sexist. We must all call out sexism and inequality when we see it. Question the status quo. Be an ally in whichever way we can.’

During the course of the week, boys also celebrated women in their year group assemblies, as well as through subsequent pastoral lessons.

Y7 boys drew inspiration from the @OnThisDayShe project as they considered the exclusion of women from recorded history. Pupils in Y8-13 considered the achievements of women in sport, including the progress made and barriers that they still face. They also took part in discussions around the negative impact of gender stereotyping on men’s mental health.

In the same week, Music Teacher Miss Sherry delivered an assembly to Y8 boys telling them about the slow progression, beginning in 1913, of allowing women to play in orchestras and how, even to this day, it is very rare for them to make up 50% of the ensemble. A recent study, she told boys, found that 98% of the music performed by major orchestras was written by male composers and that 85% of conductors are men. She related an interesting development by some European and American orchestras that had started undertaking blind auditions, whereby performers played behind a screen. Researchers determined that this made it 50% more likely that a woman would advance to the final stages of selection. She also said that within music there is often stereotyping around who plays what instrument – with men more likely to play brass instruments and women more likely to play flute and harp. Reinforcing the message of the week that gender bias helps no-one, she opined that it is important that we change things so that people can play whichever instrument they prefer the sound of! Senior School boys also watched a video recorded by former pupil Hannah Sutcliffe (Class of 2011), who is founder of MOONHUB, a VR training company, in which she answered questions they had sent in about her career as a woman in the tech industry.

Learning to be allies in LGBT+

Learning to be allies in LGBT+ History Month

During the month of February, Bolton School Boys’ Division celebrated LGBTQ+ History Month. Pupils learned specifically about what it means to be an ally to others, via assemblies and the pastoral period, and the importance of creating an accepting and supportive school community where all pupils feel embraced and able to be themselves.

Whilst Lower School Pupils explored useful terminologies, the Middle School learnt about the history of LGBTQ+ rights in the UK. This was also adapted into a display outside the Proctors’ Office.

One of the ways pupils showed that they were an ally to the LGBTQ+ community was by purchasing rainbow ribbons to wear on their blazer as a symbol of diversity and fellowship. The money raised from the sale of these ribbons was donated to The Proud Trust, an LGBTQ+ organisation that supports LGBTQ+ young people through youth groups, peer support, mentoring programs and the Proud Connections chat service.

Bolton School Podcasts Launch

Bolton School Podcasts Launch

We are excited to announce an exciting new podcast series – Bolton School Extra.

In this series we’ll be exploring school life, allowing you, the listener, to connect with staff, pupils and parents at a deeper level. Each episode we’ll be interviewing people within the community, asking them questions and spending time understanding more about them and the school.

In our first episode we speak to Head of Foundation, Philip Britton. Philip unpacks exactly what makes Bolton School stand out, from its facilities to its focus on inclusivity. But he'll also discuss the future of Bolton School and its aims for 2022 and onward.

You can download and listen to the podcast on Spotify or on Apple Podcasts.

Boys inspired at the Tillotson Lecture

Boys inspired at the Tillotson Lecture

Old Boys Max Hopkinson (Class of 2002) and Philip Worthington (Class of 2003) were our speakers at the 49th Tillotson Lecture held on Monday 14 March. We were delighted to be able to return to holding the Lecture - one of the keynote events in the Boys’ Division’s calendar - in-person in the Great Hall once again. Max and Philip spoke with eloquence and conviction when answering fully the question posed in the Lecture’s title - ‘How to Make a Difference in the Modern World’; revealing in their answers how they both epitomise the School’s ethos of making a difference for good in the world. We are thankful to Max and Philip for the time they spent with boys in the afternoon of the lecture, as well as for their efforts to ensure the Lecture was such a success. If you weren’t able to attend but would like to watch the Lecture on playback, it can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch? v=e1xT6qQGSt0

Spring Concert performed in stunning venue

Spring Concert performed in stunning venue

This year’s Bolton School Joint Spring Concert was enjoyed by a large audience in the town’s parish church, next to which the School was once sited.

Reverend Canon Dr. Chris Bracegirdle welcomed the School to what he believed to be ‘the best parish church in the world’ before the Senior Concert Band, conducted by Miss Sherry, got the evening of music underway. They played three melodies with accomplished aplomb: With Fire and Sword, Viva! and soundtrack highlights from Guardians of the Galaxy. They were followed ‘on stage’ by the School’s Intermediate Concert Band who, led by Mrs. Wade, performed admirable versions of Pirates of the Caribbean and Skyfall.

City of Stars and In the Mood were the chosen numbers of the saxophone ensemble, which comprised boys and girls. The Boys’ Division Tuned Percussion Ensemble played Earth Wind and Fire’s Fantasy, which had been arranged by Mr. Forgrieve. The Chamber Choir, conducted by Mr. Ainscough and making full use of the stunning acoustics, performed Stephen Sondheim’s The Ballad of Sweeney Todd and Sunday before it was the turn of the Girls’ Division Tuned Percussion Ensemble to play Tico Tico.

The wonderful evening of early Spring music-making concluded with Mr. Lovatt directing the Senior Orchestra through The Blue Danube Waltz, Adagio for Springs and Romeo and Juliet Overture.

Gymnastics finals take place virtually

The Year 7 Gym Final in the Boys’ Division of Bolton School has been running well over 100 years, but it was a first this year as form groups watched the competition remotely from their classrooms. The event was, however, as competitive as ever, with some fine displays from the seven finalists of eight piece sequences, demonstrating a wide range of skills including handstands, back supports, headstands, bridges, backward and

forward rolls and much more. Good usage of the mat was employed as boys showed great poise and balance, exhibiting both tension and fluency through their travelling movements as their cohort watched on.

Head of PE, Mr. Johnson, had the unenviable task of choosing a winner from the seven sequences which had been perfected in curriculum PE lessons. Announcing those on the podium, Mr. Johnson awarded third place to Lucas Bishop, second place to Ben Quillam and the winner as being Toby Hazelton. The other four

contenders: Maxim McKay, Will Roberts, Ruhaan Bhalla and Usman Mohammed, were all commended for their efforts.

In what was almost certainly another first for this year's competition, the Year 8 final, which took place in the same week, was won by Toby’s elder brother Finlay. Finlay won through a highly competitive final to make it a double for the Hazelton brothers, his younger sibling Toby having won the Year 7 competition earlier in the week.

disciplines: through vault, long fly, rotational vault and double box vault. Jasper Seddon came in second place and Adam Bakker in third. The other contestants, who all performed with great skill, confidence and dexterity were Oliver Scales, Freddie Wardle and Aaron Patel. Summing up the two gym finals, Mr. Johnson said: ‘ Congratulations to the winners of both the Year 7 and the Year 8 Gymnastics Finals. Both Hazelton boys showed what a talented pair they are, with a range of superb skills on show. Well done.’

Six finalists took part in the vaulting final, which was relayed to Forms in their classrooms through the wonder of Zoom. Having worked on their routines in PE lessons, the boys performed four

Celebrating World Book Day

Celebrating World Book Day

The Senior School Library at Bolton School put on a whole host of activities for Boys’ and Girls’ Division students to enjoy for World Book Day.

Pupils in both Divisions were invited to put a ‘Book in a Jar’. This competition challenged everyone to illustrate a favourite story inside a jam jar, with some very inventive and interesting results! A host of jars were handed in and went on display in the Library for everyone to explore, and maybe even discover a new read. Pupils received World Book Day tokens and could use these to buy copies of the £1 books from the Library on the day. The weekly book clubs also held World Book Day themed sessions during the week to celebrate.

World Book Day in the Girls’ Division also included a Big Book Swap, where girls could bring a book they no longer wanted into the library and swap it for something new to read, donated by another pupil or member of staff. The day also launched the annual writing competition: author Anne Fine provided a selection of opening sentences during her recent visit, and girls

have been invited to write short stories that unfurl from these beginnings. Anne will judge the competition over Easter.

In the Boys’ Division, over 170 pupils signed up to receive a World Book Day goodie bag filled with exciting literary treats, including books and extracts. The Library was dedicated to quiet reading throughout lunchtime to give boys ample opportunity to enjoy the books of their choice. ‘Found Not Lost’ books have become a popular Boys’ Division World Book Day tradition in recent years: the Librarians hid a selection of books around the school, in unusual places around the corridors, and the lucky boys who discovered hidden books got to keep and read or pass on their finds.

The English Department also organised activities in both Divisions. There was a World Book Day quiz and scavenger hunt around the Boys’ Division while Girls’ Division students were invited to dress up as their favourite fictional characters. Both Senior Schools organised World Book Day assemblies. The School’s online community was also encouraged to join in and share their current reads using the hashtag #CommunityOfReaders.

Pupils excel at Young Musician Finals

Pupils excel at Young Musician Finals

This year’s Final of the Bolton School Boys’ Division’s Young Musician Competition, in its eighteenth year, delivered a showcase of exceptional talent. Fourteen outstanding solo performers, who were already winners in their individual categories, wowed the Great Hall audience with an amazing level of musicianship. They created a tough job for North West based musician, composer and teacher, Andrew Wilson, who was the adjudicator on the night. In his summation, he said: ‘This has been a wonderful evening of music-making. I have been so impressed and there has been a splendid level of achievement.

Frankly, I have had the time of my life; it has been such an enjoyable couple of days. The

contestants should be incredibly proud of their teachers and parents. Everyone has a right to be here tonight. I say to the boys, thank you for making my job so incredibly difficult!'

After giving detailed feedback to each contestant, Mr Wilson declared The Senior Young Musician of the Year as being Harry Adams on violin and the Junior Young Musician as Jamie Chen on guitar. The Junior Young Composer of the Year Award was given to Advaith Govindu and the Senior Young Composer of the Year to Harry Adams, who picked up his second prize of the night. The Most Promising Performer Award went to pianist Xuan Wang.

The Awards actually began back in January with hundreds of boys entering; 74 musicians were then selected as semi-finalists

and took part in competition over the course of a whole day before the winner of each category was invited to take part in the Final. Mr Forgrieve, Head of Instrumental Studies, congratulated the pupils on their performances and reminded the audience that what they were seeing was the culmination of years of dedication and hard work. He also thanked Mr and Mrs Hilton, who were in the audience, for their ongoing contribution towards the prize money as the ‘Walker-Hilton Music Prizes’. The Junior Finalists (in performance order) were:

• Dhilan Jacobs (Year 8) who was at Patterdale Hall and whose piece was played on a video screen

• Jamie Chen (Year 7) playing guitar

• Nathan Pierson (Year 9) who sang

• Antoine Jodeau (Year 8) playing trumpet

• Charlie Simpson (Year 7) playing drums

• Martin Ma (Year 8) playing cucurbit flute

• Stephen Nagai (Year 7) playing violin

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The Senior Finalists (in performance order) were:

• William Miles (Year 13) playing piano

• Laurence Britton (Year 12) playing drums

• Harry Adams (Year 11) playing violin

• Kevin Longthorne (Year 11) playing French horn

• George Houghton (Year 11) playing clarinet

• Anuj Mishra (Year 13) who sang

• Askshat Kamath (Year 11) who played guitar.

Boys enjoy success in Olympiad competitions

Boys enjoy success in extra-curricular competitions

Congratulations to James Logan and Reuben Simpson in Year 12 who secured Bronze awards in the UK Linguistics Olympiad in what is a very challenging and competitive event in which they are invited to solve a range of complex linguistic data problems using new and unfamiliar languages.

Well done also to Laurence Britton, Muhammad Choudhary, Harrison Gee and Xuan Wang in Year 12 for their participation.

The Biology Olympiad is a national competition for A level Biologists that tests the students knowledge of a wide range of topics. This year has seen our Year 13 Biologists awarded 8 medals: 3 bronze, 4 silver and 1 Gold.

Nijay Pranav Duddo (Gold), Anuj Mishra, Matthew Mair, Arsh Patankar, Ali Ahmad (Silver), Shahzaib Imran and Muneeb Yousaf (Bronze).

The following boys received awards at the recent Chemistry Olympiad. Very well done to all of them.

Siddhant Patel, Arsh Patankar, William Miles (Gold), Alex Utley,

Laurence Britton, Frankie Chen (Silver), Tom Boardman, KuanCheng Liu (Bronze), Alistair Reed, Harrison Gee, Ibrahim Gee, Shuaihan Feng (Participation)

The Senior Quiz Team enjoyed returning to some face-to-face competition by travelling to Bury Grammar School for the North West Schools Challenge competition. The boys easily won through their heats with some impressive scoring, but narrowly lost out on a place in the final after fighting out a tie-break in the semi-final to Bury. Congratulations to Alex Cook (10b), George Houghton (11c), Edgar Keogh (10b) and Ben Rimmer (11b), and in particular to Thomas Martin (13h) who ends his career of school quizzing in fine form. Thanks to him for his commitment and enthusiasm over the years.

Congratulations to Neeraj Patel, George Stoddart and Marton

Lange selected to represent us in North West Final of French Spelling Bee. We will find out next term if their efforts will give them a place in the Final at Cambridge University. A fantastic effort was made by Seb Hergart and Adam Bhuta, who were highly commended in the School stage of the competition.

Credits

Credits

Editor: Miss K.S. Wrathmell

Contributors: Mr. M. Power, Mr. J. Newbould, Miss A. Bradshaw, Mr. N.L. Ford, Mr. C. M. Hunt, Ms. N.R. Lord, Miss E.A. Bramhall, Mr. I.K. Forgrieve, Miss E.A. Bramhall, Miss K.J. Roddy, Ms. N.R. Lord, Mr. M. Johnson, Mrs. C.A. Brace, Mrs. L. Firth, Tempest Photography