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From the From The Principal’s Desk
Editorial Desk
while we celebrate these events,
Valentine Thomas | Editor
they will always remain secondary
T he House last week as well. What did to our primary focus—
It was a clean sweep for Senegal
academic excellence.
they sweep? How clean was it?
Philip Reynolds
magine yourself having hosted an event. Perhaps not just any event, Principal
but one that included many important dignitaries. Not just an event Regent, ensuring that every student reaches
Iwith only important dignitaries but an event that involves world dig- their full potential and we are always looking
nitaries. Now, imagine that happening at The Regent Secondary School. to improve. Every event we host is an oppor-
The School really hosted the World Economic Forum. That happened. divided this half-term’s events be- tunity to demonstrate not just the talents of
tween last week and this week, knowing
Actually, it was a mock World Economic Forum. You would not want to I our students but the solid foundation of aca-
miss the details on page 8. that we had so many to celebrate this demic achievement that allows these events
week. I am immensely proud to share the to flourish. Simply put, we can do these events
Last week had one of the days that students usually like to experience - incredible achievements and vibrant spirit because we are just that good academical-
mufti day. It was not only about wearing a mufti, and I will not be guilty our school community showed during this ly and want to provide students with a whole
of telling someone else’s story. Just open to page 19. first half of Term 1. school experience. We aim to ensure that ev-
ery pupil reaches their full academic potential,
It was a clean sweep for Senegal House last week as well. What did they Our school has been abuzz with activities which will always be the cornerstone of our ef-
sweep? How clean was it? Your answers wait for you on page 14. that highlight our students’ exceptional forts.
talents and teamwork. However, let me
Also, Let us observe the celebration of the Hausa/Fulani culture with the make it clear: while we celebrate these This term, both new and returning pupils have
Danfodio Hostel as we navigate to page 22. events, they will always remain secondary responded enthusiastically to their teachers’
to our primary focus—academic excel- high expectations. Our commitment to en-
You definitely know about sleep, snooze, nap, but do you know about lence. hancing communication with parents and
power nap? The medical corner this week educates you about power fostering a supportive environment around
nap. It is important that you read about power nap as there is much you At The Regent Secondary School, from the each child strengthens this academic drive.
would learn. Trust me. Board down to the Principal and the Ac-
ademic team, we are unwavering in our It has been a busy but deeply fulfilling start to
commitment to academic success. Sup- the year, and we are driven to continue this
ported by our excellent Pastoral team, momentum.
the academics hold standards high at
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