It has been yet another busy week in the house, this week the whole foundation has been taking part in Equality diversity inclusion (EDI) week. The week started with Introduction to the theme of Prejudice by Dr Alderson. Why equality, diversity, and inclusion matter? Following this there have been a number of different activities in the house during break times and lunch times, which have been ran by our Wellbeing ambassador Jack R (Year 13). It has been great to see the boys throw themselves into the activities and it has been fascinating listening to the stories and debates in house. Thank you to Mrs Thompson for organising a great week, and opening debate around such an important topic. 

As we approach the half term Holidays, I would like to thank all the boys in the house for their efforts, be that in the classroom, on the sports field, in the Theatre or music rooms, or during one the many after school activities. In particular to our year 7 pupils a huge thank you and well done, for settling in to Poole House life so quickly, and to the year 13 boys for being so supportive of our new Pooelites. 

Charity information 

We will be pushing the boys to start planning some activities which they can be sponsored for after the half term holidays. We will be raising money for the Percy Hedley Foundation, a local charity which provides special education, care, support, accommodation, and lifelong learning for people with disabilities. More information on the wonderful work they do may be found on their website here; https://www.percyhedley.org.uk/. 

Keep an eye out for the events the boys have planned, and please do support the boys with this. 

Future Dates 

Sunday 2nd November

Boarders return 5.00pm onwards

Monday 3rd November 

Second half term begins 

Friends of DCSF Fireworks Display 18.30-20.30 

Thursday 6th November 

Flu Vaccinations for pupils year 7-11 

Friday 7th November

DSBC quiz- Big School 18.30-20.30 

Sports Focus

Saturday 11th October 

1st XV at Merchiston Tournament, played 6 won 3 drew 1 lost 2 

Pooleites involved, Tom B, Toby H, Joseph S, Kaidon P, Isaac A, John S 

Wednesday 15th October 

2nd XV V Barnard Castle Lost 

Pooleites involved, Gursher G, William M, Isaac A, Oliver J, John S, Archie F, Connor B, Som O 

Good luck to the boys playing in the 175th Anniversary of the rugby club match on Saturday, and to all OD's playing one more time on the playground as well. 

Academic achievements 

Year 7 Kyle B 2, Seb Coulthard 3, Ethan F 2, Spencer G 3, William H-B 1, Teddy H 2, Alistair K 1, Imbuji L 4, Charlie M 2, Joseph P 1, Francis R 4, Henry S 3 and Maxim W-K 1 

Year 8 Dylan D 2, Pradyoth K 3, Reed M 2, Hugo M 3, Jospeh P 3, Freddy S and 2 

Year 9 Elliott B 4, Aaron K 1, Wesley M 2. Theo R 3, and Fred S 1 

Year 10 Benjamin D 2, James J 1, James M 2 and Henry W 1 

Year 13 Sam H 1 

And finally, our 'Pooleites of the Week' this week go to: Francis R and Elliott B for their superb collection of Lauds and Jack R for his efforts during EDI week.

Have a wonderful weekend. 

LET POOLE FLOURISH 

Respect, Enjoy, Develop