House Muster 23/10/2012

Hesperus Muster

Praise

• The following pupils were awarded commendations during the last week:

Tin Alisic, Chris Batchelor, Will Broom, Max Bunyan x2, Hari Clark-Jones, Javier Diaz, Charlie Dimbleby, Seb Guest, Adam Harris x2, Chris Heathwood, Tom Hird, Tom Nash, Will Owen, Angus Pearson, Rory Pearson x2, Ollie Rogers, Nathan Wang, Viktor Petrov

• Well done to the girls from Illawara Division who represent Hesperus in Div. Sport - they won the Hockey competition last Saturday
• Congratualtions to Max Bunyan for receiving a distinction and to Harry Rawsthorne, Jeronimo Villlar and Nat Rennie for receiving 1XV Rugby ties. These were awarded in Assembly.
• Rooms were very tidy this morning. Lots of scores above 8 in the inspection by the RSM, Mr Hearn.

Student of the Week

Well done to James Lacey for showing great improvement in his academic effort this year. James also helps around the house and is generally an excellent member of the Division.

Special mention to Will Owen, Max Bunyan and Chris Batchelor

Notices

• Rooms will be used by the OP Society during half-term. Therefore, linen must be given to Gail and all clothes, books and valuables packed / locked away.
• If students are attending the PPA Ball please let SCH know straight after half-term.
• A reminder to international students about the Food from Around the World evening on the first Saturday after half-term - bring in a snack from your homeland.
• The boys were read parts of the Anti-Bullying Policy and SCH pointed out where they can find this in the house.
• Jonnie Batchelor wished the guys a good half-term and told everyone to have a rest.

Thoughts for after Half-Term

• Evening Events: Please have a think about evening events that we can hold in Hesperus. Ideas so far include: Quiz Night, Poker Night, Real Ale Night (U6 only).

• SCH spoke to the boys about the identify of Hesperus - what does Hesperus stand for? The nature of 'banter' was also discussed and how 'one man's banter can be another man's bullying'. There is an interesting article on Saracens Rugby Club which addresses both of these points - it can be found here

SDCH 23/10/12

House Council Minutes

Hesperus

House Council

18/10/2012

What you are happy with?

·        Decoration and Art in Gun Room and around the House (SCH: If anyone has any suggestions for pictures of art then please let me know)

·        Mirrors in corridors

·        The Bathrooms are more hygienic and cleaner this year (SCH: Make sure you thank Jack for his work)

·        Atmosphere in the House  (SCH: This is excellent, the atmosphere of a house is by far the most important thing. We must recognise the excellent leadership if Jonnie, Will, Tom and Bryn in establishing this)

·        Everyone is getting on well

How can Hesperus improve?

·        More pictures of the Hesperus Ship (SCH: I’ll try and find some – can someone paint it for Art?)

·        Use students art work in House (SCH: Excellent idea – let me have your art work!)

·        Blender in the Galley (SCH: Yes – but it must be cleaned)

·        More Milk (SCH: Gail will get an extra 2 pints. If certain students need more then they can but their own and store it in my fridge)

·        More Bread in Galley & Variety of food (SCH: Now Galley is locked until break there should be more bread. I’ll look at getting more food but it will probably be fruit only. Nothing unhealthy!)

·        Vending Machine (SCH: Has been tried before and didn’t work. We don’t need one)

·        More Computers (SCH: I agree. I also don’t like them in the Gun Room as this should be a social space not a workspace. However, at the moment we don’t have the space for any more computers. The 6^th form will be able to use computers in the 6^th Form Centre after ½ term.)

·        Sky TV (SCH: I would like Sky but there is issue with licence)

·        Toastie Maker (SCH: Do we need one? I would rather a blender than toastie maker. However, I will look out for a good deal)

·        Mirrors in Rooms (SCH: Good idea – I will speak to the Bursar)

·        Fix cupboard door magnets (SCH: I will email work department)

·        Shower doors instead of curtains (SCH: Is this a major issue?)

·        Shower temperature control (SCH: I’ll email works dept)

·        Better buttons in showers – they don’t stay on long enough (SCH: I’ll email works dept)

 

·        Light bulbs aren’t bright enough in cabins (SCH: A lamp would improve this)

·        Locker not big enough in 3^rd form day room (SCH: Not sure what we can do about this as there is little space for more)

·        2 lights not working in 3^rd form dormitory (SCH: I’ll email works dept)

·        Shoe storage space for 3^rd form (I’ll email works dept)

How can we make Hesperus the best Division at Pangbourne?

·        SCH: Can you let me know suggestions after half-term

·        2 ideas: Poker night / Flag and posters with Hesperus Elk

14A Rugby

Well done to the 14A rugby team who won 40-15 today. Some pictures below....

House Muster 16/10/2012

Hesperus Muster

Praise

• Well done to all those involved in Div. Music. It was fantastic to win the Instrumental category. The aim must be to win the competition outright next year!    

                                  

• The following have all received one or more Commendations this week:

Chris Batchelor, Max Bunyan, Alex Carr, Oli Chapman, Javier Diaz, Hugo Dwerryhouse, Charles Guest, Callum Hughes, James Lacey, Stuart McLeish, Tom Nash, Oliver Norman, Viktor Petrov, Will Owen, Hugo Harvey, Chris Heathwood

This is less that last week so - the aim is for all students in Hesperus to receive a Commendation in one week

Student of the Week

• Alex Carr - who has worked consistently well this term. Alex's work ethic and determination sets a great example to others.

          Special mention to Charles Guest for his excellent efforts

Notices

• Boarder's Trip to London Art Galleries this Sunday
• No Cinema Trip this Saturday
• Gun Room and Galley have become increasingly messy throughout the term
• House Council to be set up and meet next week

Hesperus

• How proud are we of Hesperus? What can we do to ensure Hesperus is the best Division in Pangbourne?

And finally......

• If you didn't watch the space jump on Sunday evening it is worth watching: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/science/space/9608140/Felix-Baumgartner-watch-the-jump.html 

SDCH 16/10/12

Div. Music

Hesperus had a successful night on Saturday as they won the Div. Music Instruemtal competition. Well done to organisers Zach Adams, Jonnie Batchelor and Tom Yeluet and all of the Hesperus and Illawara students who were involved in singing and playing for Hesperus on Saturday.

The Div. Song saw Hesperus sing One Direction's 'That's what makes you beautiful' and this excellent performance was accompanied by some rather interesting costumes!

Thank you to parents for the excellent support and well done to the boys!

 

 

 

 

House Muster 9/10/2012

Hesperus Muster 9/10/2012

Praise

• An outstanding list of individuals who have received one or more commendations in the past 7 days:

Joe Alexander, Chris Batchelor, Seb Bearn, Max Bunyan, Alex Carr, Bryn Dawson, Charlie Dimbleby, Harry Farrant x2, Angus Findlay, Jamie Gordon-Brown, Charles Guest, Adam Harris, Chris Heathwood x2, Joe Holloran, Toby Jones, George Lacey x4, James Lacey, Matthew Montgomery x2, Tom Nash, Alex O'Sullivan, Will Owen x3, Angus Pearson, Rory Pearson, Tom Perring x2, Olly Rogers x4, Finn Slevin x2, Jeronimo Villar, Nathan Wang, Ed Winter x2, Toby Woollen x3, Tom Yeulet

Well done!

• Mr Riley challenged the House: If everyone receives a commendation in the next week then we will buy a big present for the Hesperus.

Student of the Week

Oliver Norman

Special mention to Olly Rogers and George Lacey (4 commendations each) but Bryn Dawson (Academic CO) selected Oliver Norman for the award due to his ongoing effort and outstanding use of study periods.

Notices

• Red, White and Blue Day on Thursday - bring £1 in and all proceeds go to Forces families
• General Studies Lecture: 20.00 on Thursday
• Food Committee - 14.00 on Thursday - all suggestions to Andrew Farley (Food CO)
• Seafarer's Service at St Paul's Cathedral - Wednesday
• This Weekend - Rugby v Shiplake / Div Music / Boarder's trip to Swindon
• Div. Music: Rehearsals Thursday & Friday evening. Performance on Saturday

Areas to Improve

•  Gun Room - Folders and loose paper must not be left lying around

College Sunday Photos

Commendations last week

Well done to the following for securing some much needed Hesperus Commendations:

3 form
Max Bunyan x2
Javier Diaz
Adam Harris
Tom Hird
Will Owen

4 form
Hugo Dwerryhouse
Goerge Lacey
Tom Perring
Olly Rogers
Finn Slevin

5 form
Oliver Chapman
Charlie Dimbleby
Charles Guest
Will Read

L6
Jack Earl
James Lacey

House Muster 2/10/2012

Hesperus Muster 2/10/2012

Praise

• Well done to the following for academic recognition this week:

Joe Alexander, Seb Bearn, Charlie Dimbleby, Harry Farrant, George Lacey, Tom Perring, James Lacey, Will Read, Olly Rogers, Finn Sevin, Max Bunyan, Hugo Dwerryhouse, Adam Harris, Ed Montgomery

• Congratulations to Will Broom for his selection to the GB Rowing Potentials Camp
• Well done to 16A and 1 XV rugby teams for wins against Bloxham
• Well done to all those taking part in paintball trip. Good fun and another trip will be organised for later in the term

Student of the Week

Congratulations to Toby Woollen who was awarded 4 commendations last week - as superb effort


Notices

• Jonnie Batchelor: Div Music and College Sunday coming up - please ensure rehearsals and parade practise is done well                                                                     
• Mr Riley: Everyone must aim for a commendation this week
• 2 mobile phones missing - please keep an eye out for them. Everyone must ensure rooms are locked and valuables locked away.
• Rec Rig no longer needs to be worn into the Village on a Wednesday afternoon.
• Don't take food out of the Mess Hall
• Haircut time now moved to Thursday Central hour in Harbinger Gun Room
• Only 6th form on training programme should be taking protein supplements. Mr Riley explained the importance of this to the house. Anyone unsure what they should / should not be taking see Mr Riley for clarification.
• Updated evening times now on the white board
• Teachers are starting to write interim reports - now is the time to ensure your best efforts are being made and really try to impress teachers.

College Sunday

• Please check uniform and start to polish shoes now
• Parade practise on Thursday lunchtime

Divisional Music

• Rehearsal schedule now on White Board

SDCH

Paintballing Photos

The Winning Team!

 

 

 

 

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