Firstly, I wish to thank the MGS Parents’ Association and
all of the staff and students who helped support the MGS PA Firework Display on
Saturday. We were delighted that so many
people were able to come to enjoy the event, and the weather held off to make
it an enjoyable evening. Thank you to everyone who came along.
Thank you also to the students and staff who took part in the weekly rugby fixture against Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School and to the many parents who came along to watch. Results were mixed, but it was once again an enjoyable occasion just being able to watch school sport once more.
Yesterday we held our inaugural mixed senior girl's netball inter-house tournament. This was the first year we have been able to allow students from both Year 12 and 13 to participate collectively. The netball programme and opportunities available has gone from strength to strength over the last couple of years with fantastic support from Miss Dimmick and Mrs Coveney. It was great to see participation from all houses yesterday in what was a competitive and well fought battle, played in the right spirit. There were some standout performances and lots of talent on display. The final game of the tournament between Corpus Chirsti and College houses had huge ramifications, as the winner would claim first overall place. In a tense, back and forth affair, College House ran out as eventual winners after claiming an 8-3 victory. The girls now shift their focus and attention to their first competitive inter-school match taking place later this month with more fixtures scheduled later in the year.
There one key event this week is the Remembrance Service which will take place on Thursday. 2021 is an important year as it marks the 100th anniversary of the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. Sadly, due to Covid restrictions we will be unable to hold a normal service; instead announcing it over the school tannoy system.
