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Ramsay House Captains
FROM THE RAMSAY
HOUSE CAPTAINS
2022 HAD A BIT OF A SLOW START WITH THE CANCELLATION OF THE SWIMMING CARNIVAL DUE TO COVID-19. HOWEVER, WE KICKED OFF TERM 2 WITH THE CROSS COUNTRY CARNIVAL IN THE FIRST WEEK! IT WAS A HUGE SUCCESS, AND WITH THE THEME OF ‘COLOUR’, EVERYONE WENT FULL-OUT IN BRIGHT COLOURS. WE CONTINUED THE LEGACY OF ‘HOME GROUP CREATIONS’ FOR THE CARNIVAL, WHERE HOME GROUPS HELPED CREATE EMOJI SIGNS. THESE CREATED A GREAT VISUAL APPEARANCE FOR RAMSAY AT THE CARNIVAL, AND EVERYONE HAD FUN HOLDING THEM UP AND CHEERING AS THE RACERS CAME PAST. WE MISSED OUT ON FIRST PLACE BY ONLY SEVEN POINTS, BUT IT WAS A WELL-DESERVED WIN BY MANSFIELD. WE WERE SIMPLY STOKED WITH THE ENERGY AND PARTICIPATION FROM RAMSAY.
The next House event was Pavement Art. We had an excellent team in each category who all created beautiful, meaningful artworks, related to the theme of ‘Borders and Boundaries’.
The Athletics Carnival was a fun way to finish off Term 2 and the effort from all students and staff was incredible. The theme of ‘The 80s’ was fabulous - everyone got dressed up with many mullets, fishnets and hip-hop tracksuits. The track day was particularly exciting with a performance by DJ Jared Chng from Year 10 and the 100m finals and relays. We were absolutely thrilled to take out the win for such a memorable Carnival. RecyKle was held in the middle of Term 3 and was another wonderful event. The spirit and support from Ramsay was amazing, and we gave it our best! We came Third overall and were so happy with our effort and energy. RecyKle is always a great way to connect the Year 10, 11 and 12 students in one close-knit team, in order to engage the future leaders of Ramsay.
We continued the Ramsay legacy of creating eyecatching props for the Swimming Carnival in Term 3, with a yellow submarine, surfboard, and sea creatures. The theme of ‘At the Beach’ was a lot of fun, and there were a lot of Hawaiian shirts, lifeguard outfits and beach balls on display. Ramsay once again brought fabulous energy and spirit, and our efforts were rewarded with First place.
Overall, it has been an incredible year. Our Captaincy focus on having fun, making memories, and showing kindness, has worked its way into Ramsay and will continue to be a part of the House values. We have thoroughly loved the opportunity to lead the wonderful Ramsay House. Winning the Athletics and Swimming Carnivals was just a small bonus, but really, watching Ramsay get involved in events, have fun, and laugh with friends has been the most rewarding part of our leadership experience. A special mention goes to Mrs Wilkinson for taking countless photos at all the Carnivals and events this year - you have a gift for capturing moments.
