YEAR 12 LEGACY

EVERY YEAR, THE YEAR 12 COHORT COLLECTIVELY CREATES A THEME FOR THEIR FINAL YEAR.

It targets an issue that we believe can be improved across BGS. In 2023, our legacy is to stand beside.

To stand beside means to be there for your fellow tonner. Through this legacy, we aim to foster an environment of inclusion and support.

When we stand together, we become a force to be reckoned with. We can achieve things that we never thought possible and overcome obstacles that seem insurmountable.

In 2023, stand beside aims to largely focus on chantology. Aiming to get down and support all sports and co-curricular activities, whilst also introducing new standards and traditions.

The legacy of stand beside is not just about words, it’s about actions … the small things that we can do every day, like lending a helping hand, listening to someone’s story, or standing up for what is right. It is about being there for each other.

The Year 12 cohort has collectively created a series of action statements that we believe can be followed to stand beside one another.

• We will provide encouragement and honour all sports and co-curricular activities, engaging in activities that allow all boys to feel supported

• We will be willing to have open conversations with other tonners and provide necessary resources so that they can feel assured during hardship

• We will accept boys for their differences and have conversations with those who struggle to accept their differences

• We will respect the history and meaning of the School song

• We will take the time to absorb feedback from staff and peers regarding behaviour, actions or during general conversation

• We will encourage positivity and creativity, so tonners are motivated to become the best version of themselves

Alone we can do so little, but together we can achieve the impossible and leave behind a legacy that will be remembered for years to come.

Brayden Hope Vice-Captain of School