Summer Term 2018 School Magazine
D2 Graduation
Contents
Cover image - Lower School Sports Day- credit to Mr. Vitums, Lower School parent
Graduation 2 Welcome from the Head of School 4 50 Years in Education 5 Personalised Learning 6 Summer Concert 10 Global Vision 12 Commiunity 14 Sports Day 16 Farewell & Welcome 18 Beyond the Classroom 21 Staff in Focus 28 Many thanks to Dwight Alumni, Alysia Georgiades, Class of 2017, for designing this edition of the magazine.
Welcome from the Head of School What an amazing term we have had. There are so many wonderful things that have happened that it is difficult to highlight just a few. The Year 6 IBPYP Exhibition (page 13) is definitely one of my favourites, as was the M3 Community Project and M5 Personal Project evenings, (pages 14 and 31). The three evenings gave an excellent insight into the importance of inquiry, research, creativity and communication within the IB Primary Years and Middle Years programmes. I have seen many great dramatic performances this year, but I think the highlight for me this term has been the Brief Interviews with Internet Cats, (page 8), which was performed by the younger members of the Upper School. For many students it was their first evening performance at Dwight - it was very funny and the acting was superb. Sport has really taken off in a big way at Dwight this year and it has been wonderful to end the year on a high with two inclusive and competitive Sports Days, (pages 16 and 17), and our Whole School Inter-House Football World Cup afternoon, (pages 26-27). One of my favourite days this term has to be the 18th of May when we welcomed Chancellor Stephen Spahn to London to honour his 50 years as Head of the Dwight Schools. The sun shone as I had the privilege of showing Stephen around our school, visiting classrooms to see the learning, enjoying a street party picnic lunch in the Lower School before the Spahn Building naming ceremony in the Upper School. I was very proud of our school as the students spoke passionately about their learning and asked insightful questions about Chancellor Spahn’s career in education. To top the day off, Chancellor Spahn spoke at our graduation ceremony where we celebrated the achievements of our D2 students. As always, it was our students, their confidence and enthusiasm, that Chancellor Spahn remarked upon, and he returned to NY very impressed with the vibrant learning environment in London. I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone in the Dwight School community for their help and support over the past year. I am constantly delighted with the effort and energy the staff team invests in the school. I am also very grateful for the support of parents for the many events held over the past year. The DPA has been generous with their time and the fabulous Summer Fair, pictured on page 20, was a fitting climax to the DPA calendar this year. Finally, I would like to thank the students whose curiosity, generosity and enthusiasm for learning really do make it a joy to come to school each day. It is sad to have to say goodbye to people who have been part of our school community, and at the end of each school year there are always a number of farewells. Whilst we know we will miss those who are leaving, we are pleased we had the opportunity to get to know them. We are also pleased to have an extended community that is spread across the world and we are able to keep in touch so easily with technology and travel. We wish all members of our community who are moving on safe travels and soft landings. We also know that there will be exciting new prospects to get to know more new faces next year and to welcome them into our community, please see our new staff welcome feature (page 19) to meet some of the new members of Dwight. I wish you all refreshing and relaxing summer holidays. Warm regards Alison Cobbin Head of School 4
Celebrating 50 Years in Education!
Friday, 18th May was a very special day for Dwight School London as we welcomed our Chancellor, Stephen Spahn to Dwight London. The day started with a trip to the Lower School where he enjoyed spending time with the students in the classrooms before joining them at a street party-style picnic in the playground. He then headed to the Upper School for a special afternoon. To celebrate Chancellor Spahn’s 50 years as Head of Dwight Schools, the previously named Dwight Building was renamed the Stephen Spahn Building. To mark the occasion, we held a ceremony in the sunny Upper School playground where Chancellor Spahn was guest of honour. Students, staff and parents from both the Lower and Upper Schools were entertained by a dynamic mix of drama, jazz, country and chamber music, beautifully compared by Orabella and Teodor. Mayu and Mami impressed the audience with another striking artistic creation as the ceremony unfolded. Chancellor Spahn closed the ceremony by unveiling the stunning plaque that Mr. Turner, our Head of Design, had created, which has been placed on the exterior of the newly named Spahn building. After the ceremony, our students guided Chancellor Spahn and our special guests, including the Deputy Mayor of Barnet, around the school, giving them a flavour of the exciting projects we have been working on. The afternoon ended with a festive party in the playground, where guests savoured food and drinks from around the world. Stephen then went on to celebrate further at the Class of 2018 Graduation Ceremony and Dinner, the photos of which are on the inside cover.
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Personalised Learning
Igniting the Spark of Genius in every child
The Kiss of the Spider Woman at the Menier Chocolate Factory Theatre
In April our D1 Spanish A students went to see The Kiss of the Spider Woman, an adaptation from the novel by Manuel Puig at the Menier Chocolate Factory Theatre. The students had already studied the novel in class but were really surprised with the theatre adaptation. The main actors Declan Bennett and Samuel Barnett, were excellent and did a great j,ob. The set was well designed as it incorporated a prison cell and corridors in a very innovative way. It also featured projections, major lighting and sound effects. The students really enjoyed the experience as it brought the novel to life via a major production.
ISA Indoor Ski Championship
This term a group of skiers from both the Lower and Upper school participated at the ISA Indoor Skiing Championships at the Snow Centre, Hemel Hampstead. This was a great opportunity for the students who attended our ski trip to gain experience skiing competitively in a race format. Our students found the conditions quite icy but overall did a great job! We really enjoyed taking students to this event and are looking forward to attending it again next year.
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D1 EXPERIMENTAL THEATRE PLAYS
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Upper School Book Fair
At the end of this term our younger Upper School students enjoyed a Book Fair where they were able to start thinking about some summer reading options. We hope they all chose a great book that will find its way into a suitcase over the holidays for lazy afternoons on the beach, by a pool, in a mountain lodge or perhaps for a rainy day on the sofa at home this summer. It really was a fun event with interactive activities and book character costumes.
M1-M3 Interviews with Internet Cats
Oxford University Tour
Students from the drama club presented the original and witty Interviews with Internet Cats directed by Ms. Krohn. The play portrayed the world of social media in an ironic and unique way, as chat show hosts, Noah and Ana, led us through a series of feline interviews. With confident and witty performances from the whole cast, it made for a fun and insightful watch that both the audience and students really enjoyed.
Our D1 students who are keen to apply to Oxford University next year enjoyed a personal tour from two of our Dwight London Alumni this term. Nic and Gakuto, who both graduated last year, showed our students around the university campus and colleges. Nic is studying Law at Somerville College and Gakuto is studying Engineering at St. Catherine’s College. Our students really enjoyed their day and were very grateful to Nic and Gakuto for giving up their time.
Junior Maths Challenge
Around 30 children from Years 4 - 6 took part in the nationwide UK Junior Maths Challenge. We had four winners; Yu Chiba who won the Gold Award, Kana Saito, winner of the Silver Award, and Miya Igarashi and Theo Hawkes who both obtained the Bronze Award. It was a very difficult challenge and we are extremely proud of all who took part. Well done Dwight mathematicians!
Lower School Book Fair
In the middle of May, the Lower school hosted the Travelling Book Fair. The students could choose from a wide range of books, from new publications to favourite classics, suitable for various reading levels and ages. Books included the favourite Dog Man series by Dav Piley, and the latest stories from the always popular Rainbow Magic Series. The book fair raised money for new library resources and for our guided reading section worth around ÂŁ500.
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Upper School Mural The Science, Language Acquisition and Individuals and Societies departments created a mural designed by Rozhina in M3. She drew out the design, and students from M1 to M5 painted it together over two weeks. We are very proud of what the students have created.
Upper School Art/Design Community Nepalese Artwork Sebastian in M5 designed a Nepalese-inspired artwork. In a collaborative exhibition between art and design, students who visited coloured in a tile that was used to complete the whole school community art and design piece. We are sure you will agree that it looks amazing!, Thank you to all the students that helped bring Sebastian’s design to life.
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Summer Concert
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MYP Art & Design Exhibition
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M3 Nepalese Tales Performance In July the M3s performed their Nepalese Plays. They researched Nepal and its story telling tradition. The plays were entitled, The Witch That Failed, Bundar Bahudar Poon, Perspective, and The Meeting with The God Of Death. Some students used the technique of narration, direct address and some added films, which they edited themselves. The food served was donated by a Nepalese restaurant and was delicious. Miss Sen, Mrs Cobbin and Miss Allen are taking a group of students to Nepal for a service trip at the end of the week, and the plays from M3 helped raise some funds for the school they are going to work in. Mrs Kennedy and Jacob Done with the help of Mrs Savvides rehearsed with the students for this wonderful event.
Earth Day
Global Vision
To mark this year’s Earth Day, the Lower School went green - literally! There were activities involving recycling and reusing resources, as well as working together in their Houses to create various pieces of work. They had a fun time in the park exploring nature, and now understand more about the importance of looking after our planet.
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IBPYP EXHIBITION
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Community M3 Community Project Exhibition
The Community Project is designed to prepare M3 students for the M5 Personal Project, and this year’s group of students did a fantastic job. They worked either in teams or individually, planning a project that helps those part of a community in need. The students were contacting the communities directly, which included the homeless, refugees and special schools. We are all extremely proud of M3, who were empathetic, committed and enthusiastic throughout the project. Well done to all involved and a special thank you to Ms. Mather and Ms. Allen for leading this new project.
Out and About
The Dwight Out and About Parents Club have had a great last term of the year. In April, they went to the Ocean Liners: Speed and Style exhibit at the Victoria and Albert Museum. They got to experience a unique journey through the design stories of the world’s greatest ocean liners including the Titanic, the Queen Mary, and the Canberra. In May, they were treated to an amazing Italian cooking demo from Dwight parent, Mariella Castelli. She treated them to a hands-on Italian cooking demo, learning how to make tricolore salad, fettuccini with pesto and tiramisu. Educational and delicious! We ended the year with an evening event at Swingers, a huge indoor crazy golf venue in Central London with a 1920’s English seaside theme. This event was great because many working parents and partners were able to attend as well. Fore! The Out and About Parents Club outings range from museum exhibits, to walking tours, to lunches and more. Whether you’ve just arrived or have been here your entire life, this club will get you out and about experiencing the best the city has to offer, while meeting other Dwight parents. The monthly outings are run by Dwight parent, Michele O’Neill, mother to Sterling (M5) and Drake (M3) and are listed on the school calendar.
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Upper School House London Challenge The Inter-House leadership event, organised by Ms. Veschi and her team, took place this term, where all IBMYP students travelled through central London seeing the sights and history of the great city. The event developed leadership and team skills, using the tube maps and buses to guide each other to each site. It challenged many students who developed new skills, but they all agreed it was great fun!
WOHAA Awards Ceremony
We were delighted that some of our students were invited to The Wings of Hope Achievement Awards (WOHAA) ceremony. It was an event of celebration, showcasing projects and music. WOHAA is a social enterprise programme for students in years 9-13. It is a nationally recognised competition that encourages students to organise activities and projects whilst developing key transferable skills that help to fundraise in innovative and creative ways.
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Lower School Sports Day
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Upper School Sports Day
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Farewells
One of the sad parts of being in an international environment is having to say farewell to students and staff as they head off to pastures new. On the plus side, we rarely have to pay for a hotel when we travel as we have an international family around the world! It is never goodbye, it is only farewell until we meet again. Lower School Patrick Slane (everybody’s favourite Irishman) will be returning to Ireland with his partner and his baby son. He has been with us for several years and has taught in Years 1, 3 and 5. He is a delightful man, and we will miss him immensely. We wish him and his family all the best in Ireland. Nic Rehman is returning to Australia. She has been with us for more than five years and has not only had a significant impact as a teacher, she has also helped the school move forward with its use of IT within the classroom. She is always available to help and support students, parents, and staff and we will all miss her a great deal. Theresa Gaylor is relocating to the north of England, after being with us for over 12 years. She has been an inspirational leader and teacher during her time here. She has led the development of our IBPYP curriculum and moved the school from a satisfactory level to the outstanding setting that we are now. We wish her and her family every happiness with their move up north. We also say farewell to Megan Shinnick. Megan will be taking on a new role abroad after being based at the Lodge with the Early Years, and she has helped it to become the outstanding setting that it is. More importantly she has had a real impact on the lives of the children. We wish her well on her travels. Jane Meredith is leaving us to take up a new challenge. Jane has been very flexible and worked with many teachers, in many year groups, in many different buildings! She can be proud of the fact that she has helped lots of children aged 3 all the way up to aged 9! Lesley Coster has been a classroom assistant and a teacher for many years. She has a great disposition and she is always keen to try new things. She has a wealth of experience and expertise, and sadly is retiring this year. We will miss seeing her smile everyday but hope she enjoys her retirement. We also say farewell to two other classroom assistants, Elena Morreale who has been in EYFS for the last two years and Praseeta Majevadia who has been with us since 2007. We wish them well with their new challenges. Upper School Scott Lucas came to Dwight as a PE teacher in 2011 and later joined the Science department. In addition to taking on the responsibility of Subject Leader for Science, Scott has also led the teaching of Theory of Knowledge in the Diploma Programme. Scott will be continuing his teaching career and joining his fiancÊ in Sweden. We have been very fortunate to have Linda Trautman on the Dwight team for the past year. She has brought real energy and vigor to the Individuals and Societies and Theory of Knowledge departments. Dr. Trautman is looking forward to having time to travel in her retirement. Justin Dacanay is quickly becoming a Dwight Global ambassador. Justin rejoined Dwight London after helping to start up Dwight Seoul, and in August he will be joining Dwight Dubai. Justin is a very versatile teacher, having taught PHE, Science and Psychology, as well as being the founding Head of House for the Visionaries. Viki Rudez will be joining Justin in Dwight Dubai next year. Viki has overseen the EAL department and has taught both English Language Acquisition as well as English Literature in the Upper School. Over the past year Viki has furthered our understanding of language learning in her role as Language Coordinator across the Whole School. Danielle Rodrigue has been a part time French teacher in the Upper School since 2012. She has supported students in both French Language Acquisition and French Literature. Danielle is looking for a new challenge in the coming year. We will also be very sad to say goodbye to two of our long serving cleaners in the Upper School. Yvonna, who looks after the Upper School during the school day will be returning to Poland, and Pitsa, who has been working at Dwight for 23 years will be enjoying a well-earned retirement.
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Welcome Amy Louise Clemens joined Dwight Lower School in June as a PE apprentice. She is looking forward to working in a school with the view to eventually move into teaching. Amy is a keen sportswoman and has a particular passion for football. In her spare time, she can be found at the O2 where she is an Ambassador in their Angel Programme. William Bowry joins the US as the Subject Leader for Language and Literature. William is an experienced IB English and Theatre Studies teacher, having worked in both the UK and the US. William takes great pride in cultivating an atmosphere of literary study and enjoys creating opportunities beyond the classroom for students and staff alike by running workshops, debates, book clubs and creative writing classes. Tejinder Rajput is an experienced IB Psychology teacher and IB examiner for Psychology Internal Assessments and Extended Essays, having taught in both the UK and China. Tejinder will also be taking on the role of CAS coordinator and is passionate about enhancing the opportunities for students to learn through service. Tejinder has a Master’s in Global Development and Education and has built strong and positive relationships with a number of NGOs addressing a plethora of global issues around the world. In addition to academics, Tejinder is an avid nature lover and regularly loves sailing on her narrow boat and walking by the beautiful canals of UK. Anne-Sophie Danvers will be joining the Language Acquisition Department to teach French. Anne-Sophie is a native French speaker who has a background in both media and teaching. She has also taught Spanish in secondary schools. Anne-Sophie was led to teaching by her passion for languages and for the enjoyment she derives from helping young people reach their full potential. She is also a keen baker and we are looking forward to tasting her culinary delights. Lucineh Danielian will be coordinating the EAL programme in the Upper School. Lucineh joins us from Northbridge House school and is looking forward to returning to an IB World School. She has a passion for languages and English, French, and German linguistics. Lucineh plays the violin and believes in the power of music to encourage teaching, learning, and mindfulness in the classroom. She is also a keen runner and has completed five half marathons and one 10k run to date. Phil Clare will be joining the PHE department. Phil has previously worked in both British and international schools in Kathmandu and more recently in Singapore. He is a keen rugby player and an experienced Head of House. He is passionate about saving the environment and is looking forward to being Head of Visionaries House in the Upper School from September. Amanda Smith joins our expanding Quest department as a part-time SEND teacher. She has many years working in Hertfordshire in the field of SEN and has also been a SENCO and English teacher. In her spare time, she enjoys horse and motorbike riding. She is looking forward to teaching in an international school where she feels there is more scope for personalised learning.
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Summer Fair
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Beyond the Classroom Mediterranean Cup trip to Venice
The PHE department took the volleyball and basketball teams to Venice for the Mediterranean Cup. Led by Mr. Masilungan, the trip was a great success. The students competed along the Italian Riviera, before heading into Venice to see the sights. The students had been training and practicing all year, so it was no wonder that they returned with a haul of trophies and medals!
Animals Visit Year 1
During their unit about living things, Year One had an exciting visit from some different animals. The children had the chance to pet or hold some exotic animals, such as a king snake, a millipede, chinchilla and a bearded dragon! They proved themselves to be very caring and excellent risk takers. Isaac, their owner, was a professional animal keeper and taught them many interesting facts about where the animals come from, how they breathe and eat and how to look after them. Did you know that snakes breathe through their skin and smell with their tongue? They were fascinated by this interesting information. However, Year One learned that caring for these animals is a big responsibility and commitment. Miss Larragy has thus decided they will not be getting a snake as a class pet.
Berlin Music Trip
A group of 15 music students visited the Evangelische Schule to perform along side the pupils in Berlin, who joined us at the Dwight Choir Festival last year. Our students stayed with German families, and also had time to explore the city. They visited the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, the Brandenburg Gate and the Blue Man theatre group to name a few. The students loved spending time with their German friends and performing together in front of the whole school. At the end of the assembly, everyone was shouting ‘Zugabe!’ meaning ‘encore!’. The audience enjoyed the performance too, clapping along and applauding the students’ talents.
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Year 1 and Year 3 Trip to Kew Gardens
Year 1 and Year 3 had a wonderful trip to Kew Gardens at the beginning of this half term. Year 1, who are learning about living things, enjoyed a walk around the gardens before their workshop about plant biology. As well as collecting lots of things from the grounds, the children learned how seeds from flowers were transported and settled into the ground to grow into new plants. They worked as scientists, using microscopes and magnifying glasses in order to carefully observe the different parts of plants and seeds. Year 3, who are currently learning about habitats, were given a guided tour through different glass houses in Kew. They saw plants from many different eco-systems and were particularly impressed with the carnivorous plants, like the Venus Fly-Trap!
Year 6 and M1 Trip to the British Museum
M1 and Year 6 visited the British Museum together as part of a transition activity to help year 6 students prepare for secondary school. The trip helped both year groups bond, and was a fun and educational trip for them all.
Year 4 Visit Crystal
Year 4 visited the Crystal in East London. The Crystal is a sustainable cities initiative and the largest exhibition on the future of cities. The students learned about renewable energy which was connected to their unit on energy. It was an amazing trip and a glimpse into our future.
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Year 6 Exchange Trip Year 6 students had an amazing 5 days in New York with their buddies! They began the week by seeing Manhattan from the 100th floor of the One World Observatory, before having a tour of the 9/11 museum and a relaxing lunch in Central Park. The students also visited Grand Central Station and the Whispering Gallery, and had a tour of the United Nations. They of course had to visit the Museum of Natural History, which was very informative and exciting to walk around. The students loved the boat ride to the Statue of Liberty, and thankfully the weather was perfect! In between seeing the sights, Year 6 also spent a few hours at Dwight New York with their buddies, and were able to meet up with them in the evening too. They ended the trip with a walk across Brooklyn Bridge, and a trip down Wall Street and South Street Seaport. The students had an incredible time in New York City, and said a last goodbye to their buddies. It certainly was a trip to remember!
M2 PHE Trip to Lord Cricket Grounds M2 students visited Lord’s Cricket Ground as part of a new unit this year. They took a tour of the facilities and were even able to play a game of cricket in the 204 year-old grounds. It holds up to 30,000 spectators, and is one of the most famous cricket grounds in the world. It gave the students a taste of professional cricket, and the pressure players experience when in competition.
M5 Spanish Farewell Trip
In June M5 Spanish students enjoyed breakfast at a Spanish cafĂŠ consisting of delicious churros and hot chocolate. They also took part in activities to help them transition to D1 Spanish. One activity included shopping in a Spanish supermarket, and asking for products in Spanish. They all did a fantastic job, and had a great day out!
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Chinese Cookery at the Ming-Al Institute
Our Mandarin students visited the Fun Healthy Chinese cooking school to learn about China’s cuisine. Everyone, including teachers, cooked their own healthy Hoisin Chicken stir-fry, following a recipe written in Mandarin. Some students were cooking on their own and using a wok for the first time, but quickly picked up the techniques. All students were also tested on their Chinese vocabulary throughout the day, applying what they’ve learned at school to a real situation. Everyone took home a goody bag full of Lee Kum Kee sauces and a pair of special chopsticks, that will no doubt be used alongside their new skills at home.
M3 Immersion Trip in French
The M3 French students visited the National Gallery in May, where they discussed in French a variety of impressionist paintings found in the gallery. They also went to Covent Garden to have savoury or dessert pancakes at La Crème de la Crêpe. Everyone agreed they were delicious! After lunch, they briefly visited the Phoenix Garden, where students took photos of subjects that reflect impressionist art. The visit linked to the students oral assessment, the description of a French impressionist painting. It was a lovely day out that all the students enjoyed.
D1 Geography Field Trip
The D1 Geography group went to Dorset in Southern England on a four day excursion to gather data for their Internal Assessments for the IB. The three students, Orabella, Maria and Chantelle, planned the trip themselves, choosing the location, river - funnily named River Piddle - and farmhouse to stay in. The girls began at the river’s source in Alton Pancras, travelling to the river mouth in Wareham 30 kilometres away, collecting data from six different sample sites as they did so. On some occasions, they had to enter the freezing water that was waist-high, measuring dimensions, velocity, gradient and load sizes at each site. The students worked hard throughout the trip, sorting through the data and writing the report well into the evening. It was a tiring four days, but very successful and beneficial to all three students.
M4 French Migration Trip
M4 French students had a guided tour of Brick Lane and Spitalfields in June. They learned of the Huguenots, French Protestants who escaped religious persecutions and settled in England at the end of the 17th Century, impacting these areas of London. Later on, the students spoke to key-workers and clients of the Refugees and Migrants Centre in Islington. They met many people, with one group joining the choir, performing a song written by the clients, and the other learning how to knit and accomplishing a new skill. It was a fantastic opportunity for the students who found it a very informative day out.
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M3 Drama Trip to The Woman in Black The M3’s went to see the ghost story The Woman in Black at the Fortune Theatre in Covent Garden. Mr Maguinness, Mr Done, Mrs Miley and Mrs Kennedy accompanied the students, who found the play exhilarating and stimulating, as well as scary for some. The play, which is an adaptation of Susan Hill’s novel, was thoroughly enjoyed by all.
D1 English Trip to Imperial War Museum and the Museum of London
In connection to D1’s studies of Wilfred Owen and Primo Levi, Mr. Dickenson took the English class to the World War One and World War Two exhibits at the Imperial War Museum. They also visited the Museum of London for the suffragette exhibit, which connects to their study of the play, The Doll’s House.
D1 Theatre Trip
Unexploded Ordnances by Split Britches at the Barbican explored in a very humorous way the controversial, interesting and possible threat of global nuclear warfare. The play is clearly inspired and performed in the style of the famous 1964 film Dr. Strangelove or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb. A wacky approach to such a grim subject was beloved by the audience members, some female members, hand picked by the lead actress, participated in the performance.
M1 Trip to Mountfitchet Castle
M1 visited Mountfitchet Castle in Stansted, the only medieval castle and Norman village on its original site in the world. The students learned about its rich history, which applies to their recent Medieval unit in Individual and Societies. It was a fun day out for all, and the students were able to get a taste of what life was like over 700 years ago.
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Whole School House
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World Cup
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Staff in Focus Meet Alison Cobbin
Which campus do you work at? My office is on the Jubilee campus but I spend time in all of the campuses over the course of a week. What does your job at Dwight involve? Lots of meetings! I spend a lot of time each week listening to parents, students and members of staff so that I know what is happening in the school. I work with the Senior Leadership Team to develop strategic plans for the school and to make sure that we are true to our Vision and Values. I also liaise with the Heads of all the Dwight Schools globally to make sure that our collaborations and connections are supporting learning and our global vision across all the Dwight schools. How many years have you worked at Dwight School London? Tricky question - technically 2 and half years at Dwight, but I have previously spent 14 years at Woodside Park/North London International School. What is your favourite thing about working at Dwight? Spending time with the children in the Lodge - especially when they have ducklings! What is the best thing about living in London? There is always something to see and do - too many to choose from. If you could do anything, what would your dream job be? Running an outdoor adventure camp for children and teenagers in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Do you have any hobbies? Playing netball, watching football, walking in the countryside, reading and watching movies.
Meet Mary Langford
Which campus do you work at? I am based at Jubilee but work at both Lower and Upper School. What does your job at Dwight involve? Overseeing the Recruitment and Admissions Process, monitoring Applications and ensuring that we provide a personalised service that reflects the Dwight philosophy and IB ethos. I also keep track of what is happening with admissions locally and globally, and develop the network of professional colleagues who work with the expat community and refer students to us. Number of Years at Dwight School London? Four. Favourite thing about working at Dwight? Working with such an internationally and socioeconomically diverse London community that values the benefits of an International Baccalaureate education. Best thing about living in London? It’s a vibrant, global city. Samuel Johnson said it best. If you could do anything, what would your dream job be? My dream job would be to not need a job and devote more time to my volunteer activities. Do you have any hobbies? My volunteer work (as trustee of 3 UK charities and volunteering with 2 more children’s charities in addition) and the research I am doing for my doctoral studies at University of Bath take up my free time at present, and give me great satisfaction. 28
Meet Dahlia Jacobs
Which campus do you work at? Jubilee. What does your job at Dwight involve? Finance and Business Management Matters. Number of Years at Dwight School London? Two. Favourite thing about working at Dwight? The people. Best thing about living in London? The vibrancy. If you could do anything, what would your dream job be? Accountant of course! Kidding! Artist or illustrator. Do you have any hobbies? I play the piano.
Meet Andy Atkinson
Which campus do you work at? My office is at Dwight (Stephen Spahn campus) but I also work at Jubilee. What does your job at Dwight involve? The leadership of the Upper School’s future and the day to day management of student learning there. Number of Years at Dwight School London? One! Favourite thing about working at Dwight? Student initiated activities. Best thing about living in London? The theatres. If you could do anything, what would your dream job be? I’ve found it. Do you have any hobbies? My free time has been squeezed a lot with my busy job but what’s left I spend with my family.
Meet Matt Parkin
Which campus do you work at? I work in the Lower School. What does your job at Dwight involve? Making sure that all of our students are in a safe, happy, successful, internationally-minded learning culture. Number of Years at Dwight School London? It is eleven years and still going strong! Favourite thing about working at Dwight? Everyday is different! It is fun, ever-changing and it has amazing job satisfaction. Best thing about living in London? I actually live in Cambridge! Both cities are diverse, both have great architecture and history and both celebrate culture. If you could do anything, what would your dream job be? I would like to be a sports journalist and preferably I would like to be at Wembley reporting on Derby County when they beat Real Madrid to win the Champions League in 2022! Do you have any hobbies? Yes I enjoy keeping fit, all sports, current affairs, travel, film and comedy! 29
MYP Celebration
M5 PERSONAL PROJECTS
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