8R Enjoys Life in the Great Outdoors

This year the boys in 8R have enjoyed time in the homeroom debating current affairs, investigating the dynamics of friendships/bullying and fundraising in the wake of the Nepal earthquake.

Most recently the group spent a week at Moray experiencing the great outdoors. This has been a super opportunity for both teachers and students to get to know each other in a different light. The week offered many activities for the boys to participate in; the ropes, canoeing, bush walking, orienteering and camping. Moray is not just about activities. The boys have the opportunity to experience Scotch life away from the classroom and appreciate the values of stewardship, service and integrity.

The cold mornings were enough to chill even the British teachers on camp! A hot breakfast in the Dining Hall gave a good energy boost for the daily agenda. The ghostly mist would soon disappear by mid-morning and the warm sun shined all day.

Some notable moments for 8R, to mention a few, included Nick Jackson reaching the peak in climbing after several attempts, Jack Banfield's navigation of a submerging canoe, Jack Avery finally managing to start a camp fire, pizza making Italian style, and of course the notorious 'Killerfang Falls' rapids - enough to intimidate the toughest of students!

On reflection, I observed many of these core values and successes every day, which was great to see. A wonderful experience for all and a big thank you to the Outdoor Education staff involved in the organisation of this busy, fun-filled week.

Mr Toby Robinson

Teacher 8R