Issue No7 August 2007

The potential quality of a Bishops education was, once again, clear to all who heard Neil Eddy’s chapel address on Monday 20 August, at the heart of which were the sentiments expressed in the quote used for this edition. It was a most challenging talk for all of us and highlighted again the importance of reviewing present practices and making changes where necessary.

One thing that obviously has not changed is the busy-ness of this school, as can be seen in the wide range of activities, events and achievements reported on in this edition – once again by both boys and the staff.My grateful thanks (as always) to the numerous people who contributed to this edition.

Geoff Kieswetter

Hockey - Alive and Well

It took four months before our 1st team of 2007 was beaten by a local team - a remarkable achievement considering the vast number of games played in each year. [Read more]

Eisteddfod 2007

Started by John Peake, Headmaster of Bishops in the 1980s, to foster a cultural spirit among the Houses, this competition has grown dramatically over the years to become the highlight of the school’s cultural calendar. Andrzej Ogonowski (Kidd, Grade 11) provides this year's boy's-eye view of this magnificent celebration of cultural giftedness. [Read more]

Bishops Debaters Continue to Shine

The Bishops debaters and public speakers have not been idle since hosting the world championships during the Easter holidays. Geoff Kilpin (Ogilvie, Grade 11) keeps us posted on what has been happening and what is planned for our speakers. [Read more]

Bishops Hosts Bully-Free Schools Conference

More than 70 delegates from schools across the country attended the Bully Free Schools Conference which was hosted at Bishops on the 8th and 9th of August. School counsellor Jason Bantjes reports. [Read more]