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Dear Parents and Caregivers, One of the great joys of being part of a primary school environment is to watch the students engaging with each other, with their teachers, and with their parents and families at the various cultural and sporting activities during the year. Their joy of life and enthusiasm for all they take on is a refreshing balm in a world which all too easily becomes bogged down in conflict, worries and grinding routines. From the moment the students arrive at school each morning, their exuberant spirit lifts the place, and it is really special to watch them greet each other, chat about the events of the past few hours, and then head off to class. This same spirit flows through into the way they tackle everything else that comes their way, whether in persisting with a musical piece, or practising an oral, or holding out for a win on the sports fields. As we all know only too well, positive relationships require a two-way interaction. We cannot just take from others and expect the relationship to flourish. In the same way, at the heart of our school’s philosophy is our motto of ‘We Shall Give Back’. And lest we think that this only implies some sort of financial transaction, it is far more valuable than mere money. Anne Frank once wrote that “No one has ever become poor by giving.” Then someone else built on this idea by suggesting that “Giving to others is the greatest gift you can give yourself.” While both of these examples might apply to financial generosity, which is of course also important, they apply equally to the way we give of ourselves to others. During the course of the year, the teachers often speak to the students about their relationships and how we should treat each other. As can be understood, a school is a microcosm of society, with a multitude of personalities constantly interacting with each other. And just as in society, The Reddam House Primary School Newsletter
Volume 34 Issue 42 Friday 18th February 2022
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