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From The Principal’s Desk From The Principal’s Desk

No doubt, the best way to learn how to cope, To end this week, I would like to remind you
No doubt, the best way thrive and develop independence is in a that on Saturday 3rd February we have the
to learn how to cope, supportive environment like the boarding Fun Fair. The Fun Fair will run from 9am in

thrive and develop house. It prepares children to learn how to the morning until 5pm in the evening. It will
live more comfortably with people of differ-
be followed by a concert from 7pm onward.
independence is in a ent backgrounds as they proceed to col- There will be lots of games and activities
supportive environment leges and universities around the world. taking place throughout the whole day. Food

like the boarding house. and refreshments will be available from the
The need for students to have a defined many vending stalls which will be located
structure, discipline, character, awareness, on the field and throughout the school. The
Boarding at The Regent School provides stu- prioritisation, commitment, focus and re- FoRSS have been working hard to ensure
dents with a vast number of activities, pro- sponsibility cannot be overstated. Board- that this year’s Fun Fair is a huge success.
grammes and challenges in a structured com- ing makes it a lot easier for students to stay Please reserve this day in your calendar as
munity where learning, personal growth and laser-focused as it takes them away from it promises to be an event that you cannot
exploration are top priorities. It provides an an- unnecessary distractions such as mobile afford to miss.

Robert Franklin tidote for students to learn how to be indepen- phones, games (PS4 & PS5), social me-
Principal dent and they are challenged to develop their dia, uncensored television shows or pro-

interpersonal skills which create a transforma- grammes, unrestricted access to the inter-
tive experience in learning to communicate net and much more. Please reserve this day
Dear Parents, with others. in your calendar as it

Boarding also gives students the opportu-
The Regent Secondary School boarding also nity to benefit from an all-round education promises to be an event
he term is progressing well and
creates a community atmosphere within the during term time as they engage in boarding that you cannot afford
there is a busy and purposeful
school dynamic that provides a sense of com- activities like Debates, Public Speaking, Din-
T atmosphere in the school. to miss.
munity and an educational experience that is ing Etiquette, various Sports, Singing Com-
key to personal growth and development. More petitions, Dance Competitions, Quizzes, Arts
Last weekend, children from the Regent
importantly, it provides a seamless transition & Crafts, Friday and Sunday Religious Activ-
Primary School and the Abuja Prep School
as a precursor to life after school, preparing ities, Academic Support and Theme Nights
enjoyed staying in the boarding facility to
children for the future. where they give presentations on different
experience what life is like as a boarder at
continents, countries and cultures. Given all
the Secondary School. The Crazy Weekend
this boarding is certainly something to be
was a lot of fun and enjoyment not only for
considered.
the Primary Children but for our boarding
students also.

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