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December 2016

Dear Parents,

My first term at Stonyhurst has been spent getting to know members of the Stonyhurst family – pupils, parents and O.S from around the globe. It has been a great privilege and I have enjoyed it immensely. Stonyhurst enjoys a glorious setting and many historical treasures, but for me people are central to Stonyhurst. There is a kind and generous tone to the relationships across the College. We also have a wonderfully committed and experienced staff. This term we held a reception for 37 members of staff who have been at the college for 25 years or more with over 1000 collective years of service. We continue to seek the Jesuit concept of ‘Magis’ (the more) – what more can we do with our talents and resources. Thank you to those that participated in the John Browne consultation process for the next strategic plan of the College which I hope to publish at Great Academies. There have been many highlights in so many areas of school life this term, however, perhaps none more so than welcoming Tom Carus back to the College.

I pen this introduction at the end of a very enjoyable parents weekend and reflect on the many achievements made across the school. The major winter sports of rugby, hockey, netball and cross-country have made considerable strides this term. The imminent completion of the Tennis Dome will enable our growing and successful Tennis Programme to move to the next level in January, with further opportunities for all children. Next term sees the development of the new SMH Music Centre and this will enhance, still further, the richness of the children’s experience in Music and the Performing Arts. The children of SMH are warm-hearted and spontaneous and are rightfully proud of their school. We are looking forward to next term already and the stories that will soon unfold! Ian Murphy Wishing all Stonyhurst families a happy and peaceful Christmas from both of us.

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www.reed-bc.co.uk email: [email protected] BRANDING EXCELLENCE FOR SCHOOLS phone: 020 8542 9494 In honour & remembrance OF THOSE WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES

On Sunday November 13th the Stonyhurst Combined Cadet Corps’ Senior Company joined the British Legion in the annual Remembrance Parade and Service, processing through Hurst Green to the village War Memorial where the two minute silence was observed.

Junior Under Officer Zoe Ashcroft laid the College wreath alongside wreaths from the British Legion, St Joseph’s Primary School and Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall. The standard bearers for the Corps were JUOs Eleanor Charles and Luke McLaughlin. RSM Robert Clare kept Senior Company in good disciplined formation. The music for the service was provided by the College Band under the direction of Mr Martyn Marshall and with excellent playing of the ‘Last Post’ by Miss Alethea Turner (Rh) on trumpet.

STONYHURST NEWS 3 This is his story … Photography is a unique form of A photographer communication where I can express for others… My name is Jason Leung and I live in myself through millions of pixels as Hong Kong. I joined Stonyhurst College opposed to letters. Every picture has a in Grammar, September 2015. I am meaning behind it. Here, at Stonyhurst, As the American photographer currently in the final year of GCSEs. I take pictures daily of the beautiful Ansel Adams famously said, “A good On top of the vast amount of studies that architecture of the school, the sports photograph is knowing where to stand.” I have to do, as a co-curricular activity, fixtures and other various events that The outstanding Stonyhurst setting I enjoy doing photography. occur in the college. has proven a real inspiration for Syntax pupil Jason Leung and his wonderful I discovered my passion for photography I will continue to pursue my passion pictures are testament not only to his in Year 6. I found out that my uncle had throughout my time here at Stonyhurst extraordinary surroundings but to the bought a new camera and learned that and in my life afterwards. I hope that my wide range of activities undertaken by he enjoyed photography. Seeing his photographs can help positively influence Stonyhurst pupils. stunning images, I was inspired to take those who see them. If you are interested photographs myself and even though my in my photography please do not hesitate Stonyhurst has a fantastic co-curricular capabilities were limited at that stage, programme encompassing more than to visit my website www.jasonlhc.com. I slowly gathered the equipment that I 100 clubs and activities throughout the needed to take better photos. My father course of the year, and Jason can be found gave me his film camera when I was around and about the school each week, 14 and I then started to use this to take camera in hand, doing his best to capture photos. When I saw what I could do when the essence of as many of these activities I used this camera, I realised that this was as possible. His generosity in sharing the something that I wanted to continue to results of his efforts means that his work do and thus this marked the starting point can regularly be seen on the canvases of my photography career. lining the walls of the Syntax corridors, on the Stonyhurst website, and also in Stonyhurst leaflets and promotional materials.

The front cover photograph and all on these pages were taken by Jason Leung (pictured alongside) this term

4 STONYHURST NEWS 5 For the past two years, exciting things have been happening in The next step in the development of the programme, and the the development of tennis at Stonyhurst. Under the guidance of latest addition to the excellent sporting facilities already on offer our senior professional tennis coach, JJ Garcia, enthusiasm for, to our students, will be the Stonyhurst Tennis Dome. Opening in and participation in the sport, has increased dramatically and January, this facility will house two indoor heated courts to allow JJ has this year been joined by another full time coach, Lauren all year round play. It will be run to Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) Banks. Our tennis coaches are permanent members of staff and standards with the Stonyhurst Tennis Programme holding LTA each shares our vision in being thoroughly committed to the Clubmark PLUS accreditation on the horizon. development of the whole person. Ian Murphy, Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall Headmaster, further Play begins in the Early Years and children can access the explains, “Our tennis programme is guided by our mission to programme at any point in the school, right up to Higher educate, whilst our philosophy for playing and coaching reflects Line. Our performance players follow an ambitious and highly our overarching ambition of ‘Quant Je Puis’ – ‘as much as I can.’ structured pathway that facilitates engagement at county, We give as much as we can in the pursuit of our own personal regional and national level. The Stonyhurst Tennis Programme best, and in supporting others to achieve their fullest potential.” is also open to adults and many of our parents are now taking advantage of the excellent individual and group coaching on offer through the programme.

Stonyhurst tennis goes undercover

Fresh air and rosy cheeks As part of a developing Hothersall Lodge Outdoor Pursuits programme at Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall, children in Elements have all just completed a course in Outdoor Pursuits. The groups worked towards various levels of qualification in Paddlesports (Kayaking and Canoeing), Climbing and Mountain biking. All children achieved accreditation at varying levels, depending on their proficiency, and experienced enjoyment, challenge and satisfaction from their achievements.

6 STONYHURST NEWS On Wednesday 12th October, Prep pupils from Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall enjoyed a day of art workshops and activities as they worked towards their Arts Explore Award from Trinity College London (Entry Level 3 QCF).

The boys and girls began their day with an enjoyable practical experience of Austrian national folk dancing, learning the steps of the landler and polka. Sophie Klasan, our German Language Assistant, then shared her knowledge of traditional costumes with the children. In drama, they improved their technical skills, learning about freeze frames as well as having lots of fun expressing their personalities in the name game.

Professional photographer and journalist Caroline Holden introduced the boys and girls to the world of photography, starting with showing them how to photograph dance and then taking them on a woodland journey where they creatively selected and framed images they liked. The day finished with a tour of the Stonyhurst Collections. The children were taken on a historical journey through our extraordinary building, as well as introduced to some of the many artefacts held in trust by the College.

ART AT TACK

STONYHURST NEWS 7 Girls on top of their game GIRLS’ Stonyhurst has enjoyed its most successful term ever in girls’ hockey. For the first time, all three age groups entering the National Schools’ Hockey Tournament got through to the regional SPORT round representing Lancashire. The first team to go through were the U18s who finished the tournament as runners up. The following week the U14 girls beat Rossall, AKS, Baines, Lytham St Annes and Kirkham to emerge victorious, going through as county champions to the next round. They scored an incredible 22 goals, 14 of them by Alice Charles. Due to the brilliant defending, no goals at all were conceded.

The third year group to play in their county tournament were the U16s who went through as runners up.

Outstanding players Many congratulations to Tianna Isola who has been selected to play netball for the Gibraltar National U17 Long Squad. Tianna plays in the senior squad here at the College. The senior squad girls have had great success this year, finishing rd3 in the FE U14s hockey team Nationals Schools Cup.

A big well done also to Hannah Cullen for being selected for the Yorkshire Elite Netball team. Hannah is also regularly featured in the Greater Manchester Schools’ squad and is a member of our hugely successful U16s hockey team.

U16s hockey team

A Landmark moment for the U16s Hannah For the first time in Stonyhurst history, both the U16s Netball Cullen and Hockey squads have got through to the national finals of their respective tournaments. Very well done ladies.

U18s hockey team

8 STONYHURST NEWS BOYS’ SPORT

The 1st XVs have had a terrific season of rugby, led by the very talented captain George Pearson, and his two vice-captains, Joshua Radley and Sebastian Dean. They won 7 of their 9 matches, with victories over some strong competition, including Merchant Taylors (31-10) and LRGS (17-7). The 1st XVs have also made it into the quarter-finals of the U18 Lancashire Cup where we hope they manage to retain the title for Stonyhurst!

nd The 2 XVs, under the leadership of Ross Denvir and James Val-Brookes, RUGBY have also had a very positive start to the season, playing some very tough opponents and thus forcing the boys to really dig deep. One example of this was the excellent and hard-fought match against Bradford Grammar School, resulting in a 22-17 win.

The 3rd XV have approached their rugby season with great enthusiasm. The majority of this team consists of Poetry players who have just embarked on their rugby careers. The team have made great progress and should be immensely proud of their effort and achievement.

The U16s have grown into a splendid squad, demonstrating brilliant teamwork. Under the superb leadership from their captain, Robert Kellett, they ended up winning 3 out of 4 games. One particularly memorable game saw them secure a thrilling 33-28 victory against the formidable LRGS team. The boys will be playing their U16 Lancashire Cup fixtures next term and members of the team demonstrate very exciting potential for next year, when they move up to play for the 1st and 2nd XVs.

Both the U15As and U15Bs have continued to improve this season. There were impressive victories for the U15As over Bradford and Rydal before the decisive win over Giggleswick which ensured they secured their place in the Plate Lancashire U15 Cup next term.

The U14s had a flying start this term, with a fantastic win against Bradford Grammar School (24-19) and King’s Macclesfield (39-17) for the U14Bs. There were also notable victories for the U14As against Rydal (54-0), Ampleforth (22-17) and St Mary’s Crosby (36-5). This earns them a place in the Lancashire Cup U14s Quarter-Finals.

SWIMMING

On Wednesday 9th November Stonyhurst hosted the John Parry North of England Relays, held annually but at Stonyhurst for the first time. It was a very enjoyable day with more than 80 swimmers from over 12 schools participating and demonstrating great sportsmanship all round. Our Senior Boys’ team reached the A Finals & our Junior Boys & Girls both reached the B Finals. Vincent Ng was particularly outstanding, missing creating a new Stonyhurst record in his backstroke 450 m by only 0.02 of a second. Congratulations to all of our Stonyhurst swimmers.

STONYHURST NEWS 9 SMH SPORT IAPS Hockey Finals Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall have had great sporting success on the hockey pitch this term representing Lancashire at the IAPS hockey national finals. The U12 hockey team headed down to Bristol on an overnight trip, to compete with 10 other teams from across the UK. The competition proved tough, as was to be expected. In the group stages the team played four games back to back, which not only tested their hockey skills but also their physical fitness and mental toughness. After narrowly losing the first two games, the whole team pulled together, finding form and going on to Burgeoning Rugby Careers secure a 3-0 win against Brighton College This term saw the boys of Lower Prep unleash all of their pent up energy and enthusiasm and a 2-0 win against St Hugh’s. This in facing their counterparts from Giggleswick and Sedbergh during the Stonyhurst St Mary’s left the girls placed 3rd in the group stage Hall tag rugby tournament. At this age, the emphasis from the coaches is on sportsmanship, and they eventually finished th6 overall enjoyment and representing the school rather than on the hardnosed business of winning nationally. Congratulations to all the team and losing. Just don’t let on to the boys though – it was their first inter-school fixture and on a super performance! they looked like they had all had raw meat for breakfast that particular morning before journeying onto the field of battle! Well done boys and may it be the first step in a long Cross Country success and enjoyable journey! On Thursday 17th November St Mary’s Hall hosted over 250 runners at the Stonyhurst Park Golf Course for the North West Schools Cross Country Championships. The runners battled their way around this challenging course through typical Lancashire wind and rain. There was tremendous success for the hosts, with Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall winning both Under 13 boys and Under 13 girls events, with Under 11 boys as runners-up. Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall runners had also achieved success at the Sedbergh Cross Country event earlier in October, when the U13 boys were runners-up and the U11 boys won their event.

10 STONYHURST NEWS Over the weekend of 23–25th September, members of Stonyhurst Cadet Corps competed in a Cadet Shooting Meeting against 41 other teams from across Lancashire, Merseyside, RIGHT ON Manchester, and Cumbria. In total there were over 164 Firers from CCF and ACF Units. The event was hosted by 42nd Infantry TARGET Brigade and Headquarters North West. Both Stonyhurst Teams shot extremely well, with the Stonyhurst College A Team reaching the Semi-Finals of the Falling Plate Competition. A special mention must go to Edward Harris, who beat 164 Firers in the Advance to Contact Match to win a Gold Medal and the Advance to Contact Trophy for Stonyhurst College.

The Stonyhurst Cadet Teams comprise: Edward Harris Jack Reynolds James Tung Samuel Clews Celina Guzkowska Maria Golden Elizabeth Simpson-Pattison

STONYHURST NEWS 11 On Thursday 15th September, Stonyhurst The pupils shared their thoughts... dancers aged between 10 and 17yrs embarked upon a whirlwind dance “I loved going to the Birmingham experience with the Birmingham Royal Royal Ballet, I learnt so much Ballet. The afternoon started with a about professional ballet. creative dance workshop, looking at various aspects of putting together a The workshop was really good piece of Shakespeare choreography, and the costumes beautiful” with a focus on the ‘Dream Bill’ our Eleanor Curtis students were to watch that evening. Josh Tuifua, a former soloist of the “I learnt so much about Royal Ballet led the workshop. professional ballet companies. I hope there are more trips As the day unfolded, students were planned like this” given a window into the world of being a Maddy Frank dancer and shown how to link work from development in the dance class to the “Visiting the Royal Ballet was a end result in professional performances. fascinating experience and taught In the afternoon the students took a tour backstage where they had the all of us new and interesting areas chance to see the other layers of life on of dance. Meeting a former BRB stage, looking at the wigs and costumes The day concluded with them watching dancer made the experience even the evening performance which consisted department and then moving on to more unforgettable” makeup and meeting one of the artists of 3 separate pieces inspired by Sonnets Christine Wager from Birmingham Royal Ballet. – Wink (a contemporary piece), Othello – The Moor’s Pavane and A Midsummer Night’s Dream – The Dream.

BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE BIRMINGHAM ROYAL BALLET

12 STONYHURST NEWS STONYHURST NEWS 13 Campion Day 1ST December 2016

14 STONYHURST NEWS Campion Day has always been an important Feast Day in the Stonyhurst calendar, when the whole school comes together to celebrate the life of Edmund Campion. It provides an opportunity for the school to pause and grow in knowledge and understanding of this great martyr. This year, on 1st December, its celebration became a retreat day for the whole College, including pupils from Campion Figures and Rudiments at Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall. Edmund Campion is a hugely significant figure of Elizabethan times and, as an inspiration to our founder Robert Persons, of particular significance to Stonyhurst. He was an eloquent speaker Day who sought to debate religious issues with the leaders of the ST Elizabethan Church. In the light of the re-telling of his story, pupils 1 December 2016 were given time to reflect upon their own faith and what they stand for, so they could think about where they have come from, where they are now and where they are going.

The day started off with a whole school assembly in St Peter’s Church, where the story of Campion was reinacted by staff and pupils from across all age groups. The pupils then followed a retreat programme of workshops and activities in their respective lines.

As with all celebrations, there was feast day fun as pupils took part in a dance fitness session in the Ambulacrum. This proved quite a challenge for some, co-ordinating 80’s dance moves alongside Bollywood, Irish and Arabian steps!

Jan Graffius, our resident Curator, and her team explained the significance of some of the items from the Collections that are linked to Campion’s story. Pupils then moved on to spend time with John Moffat, a Jesuit priest, who reflected on the legacy of “The retreat gave me great Edmund Campion and how this is lived out in Jesuit work today. In another workshop, three OS were welcomed back to join in insight into how Jesuit history can the reflections with pupils. They shared their experiences, telling still have meaning today for the students how following the Jesuit principles absorbed during their time at Stonyhurst has left a lasting impression and guided their younger generation.” lives since leaving. Will Jones, Rhetoric

Campion’s rope, property of the British Jesuit Province

STONYHURST NEWS 15 The gift of giving at Christmas

Last term Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall welcomed CAFOD volunteer, Steve Burrows, to the school. Steve led an interactive assembly for the children on the theme of Harvest, during which they learned about Bolivia, the poorest country in South America, and in particular the Altiplano region where more than half of the population live below the poverty line and depend on farming to make a living. The children learned about the difficulties of farming in a harsh environment and how CAFOD successfully supports partner organisations in this part of the world, enabling communities to produce nutritious food to sustain their families throughout the year. A YEAR OF Such was the impact this assembly had on one Lower Prep pupil, Alicia Burgess, that she donated all of her birthday money to buy a greenhouse and a queen bee through CAFOD’s World Gifts scheme. The scheme enables people to buy gifts that help MERCY communities across the world. Motivated to help other children her age, Alicia told her mum about the assembly in school. This term we gathered to think about this Jubilee Year of Mercy which began on 8th December last year and finished on 20th November.

Led by Mr Garlington’s Figures’ tutor group, we listened to the parable of the forgiving father (Prodigal Son) and heard that God is a loving and merciful Father, always ready to welcome us back.

This parable was then followed with a dance interpretation of the story. It was performed by a group of pupils who attend lessons with the Dance department under the guidance of Miss Morrison and Miss Southward. They movingly portrayed the recklessness of the son, but also his eventual sorrow and the forgiveness of his father and the celebration at his homecoming.

Our dancers were Isabella Coughlin (father), Harry Booth (Prodigal Son) and Eleanor Curtis (the brother). Other parts were played by Niamh McGarvey, Tilly Booth, Apoline Schifflers and Maddie Frank. Her mum said: “Alicia Mae has just celebrated her 8th Birthday. After telling me all about the assembly at school, she insisted that As well as a personal invitation to receive and offer forgiveness, all her birthday money should be spent on buying a greenhouse we have the opportunity to demonstrate mercy though our and a Happy Queen Bee, which together cost £62, as she felt the compassion towards others. Children at SMH had written children in Bolivia were more deserving. She decided that she messages of hope to refugees – these will be distributed via could wait for presents until Christmas. I was so very touched by CAFOD and the Jesuit Refugee service to refugees in the UK and this sentiment.” around the world. Other “works of mercy” include contributions to the Ribble Valley Food Bank and produce from our Mission CAFOD is celebrating twelve years of World Gifts, which were garden at SMH will be given to the Samaritans to be distributed to established to help make a difference to people living in poverty. those in difficult circumstances. Our Macmillan coffee morning at The scheme has raised over £12 million, enabling thousands of the end of last month raised funds for those with a life limiting- presents to be bought by CAFOD supporters including 103,000 illness to be cared for in their homes. school starter kits, 46,000 goats, 38,000 chickens and 3,000 queen bees. The school has also made a donation. C. McCullough, SMH Lay Chaplain

1416 STONYHURST NEWS “Please, sir – can I have some more?”

It can be a daunting challenge for a boarder aged between eight and thirteen years old to find him or herself far away from the familiarity of home for the first time. Early on in the term, staff organising the International Boarding Day at Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall help these youngsters to settle in by bringing them a taste of home. The children are invited to bring in their favourite recipes and the dining room at Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall is transformed into a world buffet, offering everything from tapas to Jolof rice to fine French cuisine. Mr Winckley and his A YEAR OF amazing team of dedicated chefs prepare over 25 delicious dishes from around the world, while the boarding houseparents roll up their sleeves and serve it all. Hats from all over the world were worn by the boarders and international flags adorned MERCY the walls of the dining hall. It was a feast for the eyes as well as the tummies – although rumour has it some children had sevenths!

After the feast, the boys and girls retreated to the Centenaries Theatre, where everyone gave a little talk or even made a short play about their own country, helping international understanding to grow.

STONYHURST NEWS 17 Despite these unimaginable experiences, what astounded the pupils and staff Inspirational speakers most was his lack of bitterness towards his captors. Incredibly, he takes the This term a collaboration of our Politics positives from his experience and now, Society, Senior Essay Society, P.A.S.T through his public speaking, hopes to and Magis Programme have welcomed teach others that even in the face of a fascinating array of speakers through adversity we have the capability to the doors of Stonyhurst, to enhance the find the strength we need to cope with learning experience of all pupils. Guests anything, while remaining dignified and are carefully selected to match Higher respectful to others. Line programmes of study as well as to comment on topical issues relevant Another talk which students found to what is happening all around the particularly moving took place on world. This extraordinary programme Wednesday 21st September, to coincide John McCarthy allows pupils to gain access to people with World Peace Day, when Stonyhurst who are specialists in their respective welcomed Dr Colin Parry OBE to address fields, inspiring them and bringing their He spoke of the first few months in the Higher Line pupils as part of their studies to life. This term we have covered solitary confinement in a cramped, damp Magis programme. He spoke very everything from the EU Referendum to cell no larger than six foot by four. John movingly about how his son, Tim, was the role of the President in US Politics. was then moved to a larger cell where killed by an IRA bomb in Warrington he met the man who was to become in March 1993. Since then, he and his One particularly memorable talk was his saving grace in coping with the rest wife Wendy have raised money to set from John McCarthy who was invited to of his time in captivity, Brian Keenan. up the Warrington Peace Centre. The Stonyhurst College on the 3rd November John spoke about the things they did to presentation was powerful with a wide to share his terrifying yet fascinating stop the onset of insanity. Conversations and interesting Q&A session to follow. experience of time spent in captivity between the two men from two very under the Islamic Jihadist regime from different backgrounds guaranteed good After the talk Dr Parry visited St Joseph’s 1986–1991. He was the United Kingdom’s heated debate. They shared detailed Roman Catholic Primary School in Hurst longest held hostage in Lebanon. stories of their different experiences, Green to talk to a younger audience people they had met, and stories about who also fully engaged in his message of John shared his moments of reflection, family and friends. John went on to peace! Stonyhurst College and St Joseph’s his coping strategies during the darkest explain how humour played a huge part are most grateful for his visit. moments in captivity, as well as in coping with the mental and physical examples of the physical and torture they had endured. mental torture he endured.

Dr Colin Parry OBE

18 STONYHURST NEWS International co-operation is the key Inspirational speakers to success for Stonyhurst Robotics Team representing the UK

This July, the Stonyhurst College teamed up with the representatives of Robotics Club team, accompanied Germany and Taiwan, and this dynamic by Mr Bickerstaff and Mr Barratt, combination, with the Stonyhurst robot travelled to Leipzig in Germany to in goal, conceded less than 6 goals and represent the United Kingdom in the saw the group achieve a fantastic second World International Robotic Football place position. Competition. The Stonyhurst Robotics Club has won the UK National competition each year for the past 6 years, but this is the first year they have been able to go on and attend the international round of the competition, which is held during the school holidays.

Jan Zimoch, Vincent Ng, Harry Isley, George Cowperthwaite and Marcin Ossowski competed for the UK in the Junior Lightweight League, where two teams of robots play 2-a-side football, coming 13th out of 22 individual Congratulations to the overall winners, national teams. the Chinese Macau team. Many thanks to Mr Bickerstaff for organising the In the SuperTeam League, where matches trip, and to Mr Ridout for arranging of 5-a-side football are played, they accommodation and sponsorships.

Stonyhurst Chair of Governors appointed Knight of St Gregory

Many congratulations to John Cowdall, our Chairman of Governors, who has been appointed a Knight of St Gregory by Pope Francis in recognition of his charitable work for the Church over many years. The award goes with a fantastic green uniform with embroidered silver acorns and a sword.

STONYHURST NEWS 19 A major new exhibition has just opened in Washington DC, featuring over fifty artefacts from the Collections of Stonyhurst College. The exhibition tells the story of St Thomas More’s life and legacy through an amazing series of objects, dating from the 12th to the 21st centuries.

The College’s rich collections of English Catholic historical artefacts are among the most important to be found anywhere. It dates its first acquisition to 1609, making it the oldest museum in the English speaking world. Many of the beautiful and extraordinary objects in this Thomas Thomas More travels More exhibition were smuggled out of England in the 17th century to what was then the English Jesuit College, which began its existence in northern France in 1593. to Washington DC

The exhibition features medieval embroideries and illuminated manuscripts, including pieces which belonged to Henry VII, Katherine of Aragon and Elizabeth of York, Henry VIII’s mother. A small gold It displays two gold crucifixes owned by Thomas More, and his crucifix owned by hat, embroidered by one of his daughters. The College’s rare Thomas More First Folio of Shakespeare is also on display – the first time it has left Britain. Shakespeare’s play, Richard III, is based heavily on Thomas More’s biography of Richard. 1624 edition of More’s Utopia

The exhibition is sponsored by the Knights of Columbus and the Christian Heritage Centre at Stonyhurst, and runs until March 31st 2017. On their return, these objects, and many others, will be displayed in a new museum currently being planned and installed at Stonyhurst.

The skull of Cardinal John Morton, patron and benefactor of Thomas More

The ornate embroidery on the chasuble shown to the right was stitched by Katherine of Aragon, the exiled first wife of King Henry VIII and a friend of More

20 STONYHURST NEWS Schola Cantorum’s ALL ABOARD Advent Procession THE ANGEL A magical candlelit evening of music led by Stonyhurst’s Schola Cantorum began in the Sodality Chapel, before solemnly processing EXPRESS through to the Top Refectory and finally concluding in the beautiful College Chapel. “It was such a moving experience and such a lovely Even the very youngest children were unfazed by the dazzle of evening,” commented Sallie Holgate, “I am looking forward to going lights and the buzz of the crowd as Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall again next year and would definitely recommend it.” The programme Pre-Prep performed this year’s Christmas Nativity, included Before the ending of the day – Plainchant, This is the truth ‘The Angel Express.’ There was a wealth of sent from above – Vaughan Williams, The Snow – Elgar with the violin enthusiastic singers and performers, led played by James Tung (Poetry) and Mrs White, Hymn to the Virgin – by a choir of angels who took on the Britten and Hills of the north rejoice – Shaw. This special event took challenge of singing badly very well, place on Friday 25th November and concluded a wonderful term of transforming from a cacophony of musical entertainment from our Schola choristers, who had sung for screechers to a truly angelic choir! prospective parents at the Open Morning on 5th November, held a There was a flock of marauding concert of 18th Century English Church Music in St Peter’s on the sheep made up of the youngest 11th November and performed at the Joint College and Stonyhurst boys and girls in FS1, with other St Mary’s Hall concert on 18th November. children playing camels, kings and paper boys shouting out the daily headlines. Oohs and aahs filled the air, particularly when the star came out to shine, and heartfelt laughter could be heard as the favourite daily headline was shouted, “The bun is out of the oven!” Well done to all for a smoothly produced and hugely entertaining production.

Stonyhurst Language School

This summer saw Stonyhurst’s very own Language School attract its highest numbers yet. Up to 160 students from 12 different countries travelled to Stonyhurst for a two or four week residential course, designed to improve their language skills in an interesting and enjoyable environment.

Stonyhurst not only offers an intensive English language course for foreign students, but also provides the opportunity for young adults from all over the world to experience the rich resources the College has to offer. These experiences vary from a tour of the Collections and visit to the historic Observatory, to paintballing in the College grounds. Interspersed with English lessons and a feel for College life are a number of excursions to some of the best locations the North-West has to offer.

The Stonyhurst Language School was founded in 2012 and its intake continues to increase each year. If you know of anyone who might be interested in attending the course in 2017, please do not hesitate to contact Jo-anne Brown, Language School Manager, on 01254 827270 or by emailing [email protected]. You can also find more information in the Language School brochure on the College website.

STONYHURST NEWS 21 THE GLITZ & GLAMOUR OF GuyS & Dolls

The glitz and glamour of Broadway was delivered to Stonyhurst during the evenings of Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd December. Packed audiences in the Academy Room were treated to the beat of big numbers like Rockin’ The Boat and Luck Be A Lady from the musical Guys and Dolls. Pupils from Lower Grammar to Rhetoric had been hard at work throughout the term rehearsing for this spectacular school production.

The production involved a live band, dance numbers, a full complement of lighting design and a set that took the audience back to the ‘40’s. The singing was of an extraordinarily high quality, and all actors held focus brilliantly throughout the show. “It was good getting to know people from different year groups,” commented one of the leading performers, Joe Mann, “It was hard work but fun and I’m really pleased with the excellent feedback we have had.”

Witches in the Centenaries Theatre – an Upper Elements extravaganza!

“The Witches” was an extraordinary and very ambitious show, full of larger than life characters and vibrant costumes, proving a feast for all the senses. Performances at Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall continue to get better and better – the quality of acting was really quite exceptional for children so young. Well done to the whole of Upper Elements, particularly Scarlett Crossley and Ella Elliot who had to master the rather complex accents of a Norwegian Grandmother and a Russian Grand High Witch respectively; and to Freddie Taylor and Nikolai Grixti for their particularly convincing portrayal of boys transformed into mice. This year’s production celebrated what would have been the 100th anniversary of Roald Dahl’s birth. Everyone worked tirelessly to produce a show filled with great dancing, singing and acting – and also some fantastic technical wizardry where the magical transformations seemed to take place right in front of the audience’s eyes.

22 STONYHURST NEWS Hong Kong Visit Development Office A reception was held for alumni, parents and prospective parents in the Dickens bar at the Excelsior hotel on 17th October. It was a lovely evening and news around 35 alumni enjoyed reminiscing about their Stonyhurst days. It is hard to believe that we are almost at the end of 2016. What a busy year it has been for the Development Office and the whole school. We have been delighted to welcome our new Headmaster, Mr John Browne, and our new Bursar, Mr Simon Marsden, however we have had to say a sad farewell to our colleague, Development Director, Rachel Hindle.

I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank the Development Fundraising Committee, chaired by Mr Simon Glassbrook, and the Parent Social Committee, chaired by Mrs Katherine Burke. Without the time, help and support that the members of these committees give, we would not achieve so much both in raising funds for our school and bringing us all together for wonderful events.

Yvonne Herrick, Head of Development Thomas Weld Legacy Society Annual Lunch

Outstanding On leaving Stonyhurst, Harold attended University College Hospital in London and qualified as a doctor OS in 1991. After a few years working as a doctor Harold decided he wanted to become a lawyer and so attended City University London to do a post graduate Law degree and then College of Law London for a Legal Practice diploma. Harold returned to Hong Kong in 1996 and worked as a solicitor specialising in medical litigation and became a partner in 2003. Parent Christmas Ladies Lunch Thank you to everyone who attended In 2013 Harold was appointed to the bench as a this year’s lunch. We raised an amazing District Judge and is currently sitting in the High Court £3,400 which will be used to purchase as a Master in Personal Injury. sub-suits for our Stonyhurst rugby teams and a new piano for St Mary’s Hall music I had the pleasure of meeting Harold on my visit to department. We would also like to thank Hong Kong in October. It was lovely to see his violin in our guests for their generous donations his Chambers with J.S. Bach open on his music stand. of children’s toys which we give to Child Harold told me that he was the leader of the Stonyhurst Action North West in order to support First Orchestra and that he plays often in his office. our local community. His Honourable Harold is married to Rita and they have three children, Judge Harold Leong OS 1981–85 Avellina, Mattias and Ashton. The Development Office continues to seek support for bursaries. Every Jesuit school does what it can to make Jesuit education available to everyone, including the poor and disadvantaged.

If you would like to discuss bursary giving or ways you can help the Stonyhurst fundraising initiatives in more detail please contact Yvonne Herrick, Head of Development on 01254 827246 Curator Evening or [email protected]

Forthcoming Events 2017... Curator evening: 23rd February; Parent Afternoon Tea: 16th March; Parent Spring Ladies Lunch: 11th May

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