For the last ever time, we’ve written you a
rhyme. This term has been packed full to the brim, there’s a lot to tell but
we’ll keep it trim.
The year 10 D of E trip happened a few
weekends ago, and the efforts by all were quite a show. This adventure entailed
trapesing up and down hills and through the countryside, and the groups took it
all comfortably in their stride. With having made great memories, many were
exhausted by the end, and Emily has learnt on sun cream to depend.
The yearly boarders’ BBQ brought out the
sun, though it was rather cold which wasn’t much fun. Ice cream was served in
the warmth of the creed, and the termly boarders’ meeting began to proceed. Suggestions
came flowing at a rapid pace, including Hannah Sanford’s idea of an egg and
spoon race.
There were also some impressive
performances at Green Park this year, with KJO and the singers taking it up a
gear. Our very own head chorister Grace led the singing, getting the audience
up and swinging. The standard throughout was exceptionally high, and raised the
roof up to the sky.
Other musical performances include those of
Jess, Chloe and Izzy in year nine, being cast in “Dust” where they could really
shine. It was great to see so many Fonthill girls appear, in the Year 9 and 10
choral concert where they sang with no fear.
Fonthill has also had many sporting
achievements this term, with many exceptional efforts from which we could all
learn. Starting with Athletics, we’ve been represented well, with Hattie being
a great captain we were bound to excel. Livi Gauntlett has also had some
outstanding races, and Lucy Rowlands has also put many competitors through
their paces.
The swimmers in Fonthill have had plenty of
wins this term, and at the swimming House gala their talent was confirmed. Cielle,
Esmee, Meg and Izzy won the open girls relay by some distance, a just reward
for their training and persistence. Charlotte Penney has also been on
outstanding form, and her excellent results have gone down a storm.
There are many talented tennis players
within Fonthill, with much helpful coaching to develop their skills. With four
of the first team, Mrs Sergeant and Miss Wright, and many talented juniors
coming up, the future looks bright.
The annual Senior Prefects dinner was held in
the dining hall, Mr Opie and the staff gave their thanks to all. The speech
given by Mr Opie provided much laughter, and will be remembered now and for
many years after.
Muck up day this year brought with it the
horror theme, and the Dixon House of Horror produced many a scream! Special
mention must go to Jess Norton for the loss of her massive size 8 shoe, what
happened to it, nobody knew.
Between all of these events and the
cheerful chatter, many of us came across a more serious matter. The summer term
brings with it exams and revision, and not much scope for watching television. Well
done to all of us, who’ve got through this time, a long summer break will seem
just sublime. Let’s hope the results are what we all wished for, and better
still, much much more.
Some will have been upset about the
cancellation of sports day, but for the slower amongst us, it was better that
way. For House entertainment we were treated to the sun, where the fun and
games then begun. Mr Chua’s limbo technique was something to be seen, him
shuffling along caused quite a scene. The Year 10s succeeded again at the tug
of war, until the Year 12s came along and levelled the score. The Upper Sixth
ended the evening with many memories shared, with all of the speeches carefully
prepared.
We hope you’ve all had lots of fun this
year, and enjoy your summer which is all so near. We’ll miss the Fonthill
family and the warmth it brings, but we know you’ll all continue to do great
things. Well done to Livi for Deputy Head, and to Emma and Cat in Fonthill for
their future ahead. We know Fonthill has been left in great stead, and look
forward to seeing the successes as it’s newly led. Hopefully everyone will
enjoy the last few days, and for those returning in September keep up the good
ways! To all the leavers, good luck for next year, and hopefully we’ll see each
other, whether it be far in the future or near!
