From the Headmaster
The ISI Inspection Report is published today. To view the Report and to read an update from the Headmaster on progress with our buildings, please click the links below.
King's Coronation Celebrations
May Day Concert
In celebration of the King's Coronation, the newly formed 70-strong Winchester College Symphonic Wind Band gave its first performance on Monday evening. Comprised of pupils and dons, the concert provided an extraordinary sound as musicians of all levels played together.
The ensemble was conducted by accomplished trumpet player, educator and composer, Ryan Linham, a First Class graduate from the Royal College of Music.
Coronation Lunch
All pupils, dons and staff enjoyed a celebratory lunch to mark the upcoming Coronation. The lunch concluded with the National Anthem, and the College's own anthem, Domum.
For more photos of the event, follow the link below.
Academic
Drew Travel Scholarships
Drew Travel Scholarship applications were invited from members of V1Bk2 wanting to undertake independent travel for the purposes of an enriching cultural experience during the Easter holidays. Each group was required to put together and submit a research proposal, travel budget and a portfolio of supporting materials.
The four successful groups, which included Ricky, Joshua, Hugo, Harry, Bertie, Gerald, Alexandra, Victor and Anders, travelled to Madrid, Berlin, Athens and Dubai last month. The resulting artworks are now on display in The Angleus Gallery in Art School.
Parents can visit the exhibition this week, on Wednesday 3 May 1600-1745 and Friday 5 May 1610- 1700. (Photo from the exhibition opening.)
Academic
UK Linguistics Olympiad
Recently, five College pupils took part in Round 2 of the UK Linguistics Olympiad.
William (X) has, for the second year running, come in the top 8 entries in Round 1 of the UK Linguistics Olympiad (out of 89 competitors), which means he progresses to the national training camp in Edinburgh, from which the 4-person UK Linguistics Team will be selected.
The top 25% of Round 2 entries received distinctions (so about 20 in total). The next 25% were awarded merits, including Zachary (X).
William’s top-8 Distinction result places him in the top 0.29% of all candidates that entered (2,700 total Round 1 entries).
Our other three Round 2 candidates, Kate (A), Felix (X), and Anders (K), (all of whom received Round 1 Gold awards) also performed admirably and deserve congratulations for making the top 5% overall and reaching Round 2.
Sport
Cricketing Success
Lords XI and Second XI cricket teams travelled to Portsmouth Grammar School last week for a pair of 40 over games.
After losing the coin toss, some strong bowling from Seb (D) and Callum (F) to start put the Lords team in a good position. Despite some excellent bowling initially from PGS, Zain (I) and Chris (A) robustly battled with decent running between the wickets to settle the team. The team conceded three quick wickets but the partnership of Dom (A) and Seb played freely, securing the win with 16 overs remaining.
After a strong opening at bat, with Patrick (A) making 50, the Second XI hit some adversity, falling from 128-2 to 138-8, before pushing through to 157-8 after 30 overs. Some superb bowling from the team, particularly Tom (A) who took a double hat trick, steered the team home to secure the win.
Duke of Edinburgh
During the Easter break, a team of College pupils travelled to the Brecon Beacons for their Duke of Edinburgh Gold practice session.
The five day, four night trek served as a practice run for their Gold assessed expedition across the Lake District over Leave-out.
The team faced a mixture of weather, including sunshine, rain and overcast conditions during their 9-hour days, but reached the finish line through teamwork and determination.
Outreach
Shakespeare Enrichment
Last Friday, students from Park Community School and Everest Community Academy visited the College for an afternoon of sessions on Shakespeare.
The visit began with a drama workshop in the QEII theatre, followed by a lesson in our Treasury museum with an edition of Shakespeare's First Folio, as well as other works by his contemporaries.
To end the day, the students attended the Professor Smith lecture on the First Folio.
May
Talks and Events
Last Friday leading Shakespeare scholar Professor Emma Smith addressed a large audience of pupils and visitors on the importance of the First Folio. With fewer than 240 copies remaining in the world, the College is extremely fortunate to own one, which is currently on display in Treasury. Professor Smith spoke engagingly about its significance in the evolution of English language as well as our understanding of the playwright and his contemporaries.
Upcoming events
This month we have experts on North Korea, the Renaissance Masters, and Music Therapy.
On Friday 19 May at 1930, the College will host a Moot Court featuring the Hellenic Republic v Trustees of the British Museum to debate the Elgin Marbles ownership question. The lead prosecutors are Nicholas le Poidevin KC and Boston public prosecutor, Roger L. Michel Jr.
Parents are invited to these free talks. Full details and booking information via the link below.
Save the Date
Parents' Drinks
All parents are invited to meet the new Headmaster, Elizabeth Stone at a drinks party next term. Please save the dates and more information will follow.
Friday 22 September 1830 - 2030 at New Hall, Winchester College
Friday 6 October 1830 - 2030 at Cavalry and Guards Club, London
CATALYST Scholarships
CATALYST by Winchester College has just launched Scholarships for their two-week programme, Rethinking Change Systems.
As part of the programme, pupils complete a Change Project on a topic important to them. Previous Projects have touched on real-world issues such as recycling, green energy, mental health and more.
For this year, CATALYST is excited to launch Scholarships that will help with programme fees for Change Projects covering sustainability , genderequality, education, and healthcare and wellbeing.
To apply, pupils must submit an online application form and email catalyst@wincoll.ac.uk with up to 300 words on their Change Project idea
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