INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
“My sister. She is very fun, and life would be boring without her!”
n In Lent term the whole College celebrated International Women’s Day with our annual Free Learning Week, which this year focussed on the theme of Changemakers . We kicked off the week on Monday with a launch assembly that explored the history of International Women’s Day and introduced the theme. Two of our EDI Ambassadors, Theo and Teddy, shared inspiring stories about their chosen changemakers. Theo spoke about Rosa Parks and her courageous stand against racial segregation, while Teddy paid tribute to his grandmothers for their achievements and the positive impact they have had on his life. Throughout the week, pupils explored the idea of changemakers more deeply in their Wellbeing lessons, considering what makes a changemaker and why they are so important to society. They learned about influential figures such as Anne-Marie Imafidon, a trailblazer in STEM, and Malala Yousafzai, who continues to advocate for girls’ education worldwide. The boys also reflected on the women and girls they see as changemakers and shared heartfelt thoughts about a woman or girl they are grateful to have in their lives. See some lovely quotes from the pupils below.
“My mother because she helps me with almost everything I do.”
“My mum because she inspires me, makes me want to do well, and is always there for me.”
“My grandma was a powerful woman, who was a magistrate and a headteacher for 30 years, until she was 76!”
A range of engaging lunchtime activities enriched the week’s learning. On Monday, the Philosophy Club tackled thought-provoking questions about equality, equity, and gender. Tuesday featured two creative sessions: Mr Goodrich’s Illustration Club introduced pupils to the art of Frida Kahlo, encouraging them to create their own portraits, while rugby fans in 3L learned about Ilona Maher and the Bristol Bears Women’s team. Wednesday’s Debating Club hosted a lively discussion on whether International Women’s Day should be a public holiday worldwide. The week concluded on Thursday with a colourful session in the Knitting Club, where pupils made pom- poms in the International Women’s Day colours.
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