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HOUSE QUA-RUN-TINE 2.0 In 2021 we planned and then cancelled the Senior School House Athletics carnival three times. Collectively flattened by the announcement of lockdown six, it only seemed right to find another event to put in its place. Harnessing all the House spirit amongst the community, we announced our virtual running competition, Qua-RUN-tine 2.0. Held over three days at the end of August, over 500 registered participants ran, jogged or walked to contribute points to their House. Unlike the year previous, the invitation to participate in Qua-RUN-tine was not only open to all staff and Senior School students to compete, but extended to include girls in Years 4 to 6 and their families. Embracing the event, participation numbers were bolstered by fantastic weather and helped along by the enthusiasm of the House Captains.
There was a bit of friendly competition amongst the fun at Qua-RUN-tine 2.0. Staff and Senior School students timed their 3km runs and special note must be made of the many Ruyton staff that clocked impressive speeds. These runners come from a variety of areas within the School, including administration and music but the fastest staff member in 2021 was Mr Harrison from the PE Department. With the emphasis on participation rather than results the event was enjoyed by all. However, there had to be a winner… Congratulations Bromby! House at Ruyton can truly bring people together even when we are apart. The sense of belonging begins in Prep and is fostered all the way through Junior School. In Senior School entire School events are held with a sense of House tribalism. I feel that being able to represent our Houses while at home, in a very strict lockdown, every Ruyton staff member, student and parent felt a little bit of virtual freedom. Angela Allen House Coordinator and PE Teacher
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