Abingdon News No. 66

12 April 2024 Under the expert guidance of sixth former Shaun, members of the Lower School Lego Architecture Club have been enjoying the challenge of designing their own model spaceships. Lego Architecture Club An exciting event was hosted on 7 March to mark International Women’s Day and raise awareness of the issues affecting young women and girls. It included presentations from commentator, Shabnam Nasimi; Equality and Diversity Adviser, Samaneh Savadi; Former Afghan Diplomat, Roya Rahmani; Professors Goriely and Koohy, both from Oxford University; Civic leader, Lina Tori Jan; and Summia Tora, an Afghan campaigner. Deputy Head Pastoral, Helen Keevil, comments: “The theme "Invest in women: Accelerate progress" resonates deeply with our collective aspirations for a world where gender equality is not just a distant dream but a tangible reality. It is imperative our students play a crucial role in shaping the narrative and fostering an environment where individuals are confident to speak up against injustice and challenge the status quo.” International Women’s Day News Abingdon In March, a group of our 5th Year students went to the Oxford Playhouse to see a production of Macbeth. As gripping as it was gory, highlights included the 70s mise-en-scène, surveillance cameras, disco ball and enormous Birnam Oak descending from the rafters. It was a thoroughly enjoyable trip. Fair is foul and foul is fair

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