Blogs and News - St George's School, Edinburgh
This week in Enrichment we were lucky enough to hold a virtual Upper 6 Burns Supper.
Eilidh started by introducing the order of events and speeches to be made and highlighted the course of events which would usually happen without the unfortunate presence of COVID-19 this year. Robyn then read the short but important ‘Selkirk Grace’ prayer – usually read to usher in the meal and begin the night of celebration.
Next, Harriet terrifically recited the famous ‘Address to the Haggis’ poem by Robert Burns – with an amazing Scottish accent – written to celebrate his appreciation of the Haggis and as a result, the two have become forever linked. We were also told that traditionally at the Burns Supper we would all come together after this recital and eat haggis, neeps and tatties.
Sophie sang a soft, beautiful rendition of ‘My Love is Like a Red Red Rose’ – a song, often published as a poem, written by Robert Burns to describe a love that is both fresh and long lasting.
Next came the ‘Toast to the Immortal Memory of Robert Burns’ given by Ruby, detailing Burns' personal life and upbringing, including the important relationship with his wife Jean and how this influenced his writing. We learnt that Burns' amazing work should be celebrated and how it has real significance in the modern day as he was often known for his controversial opinions and he conveyed these passions in his writing, with his work continuing to inspire people today to stand up for what they believe in.
Teddy, the Head Boy of Merchiston, made a great ‘Toast to the Lassies’ speech, traditionally made to say ‘thank you’ to the women for cooking the meal at a Burns Supper as well as (affectionately) poking fun at some of the foibles of ‘the fairer sex’. Charlotte then delivered a very humorous and robust response with the ‘Reply to the Toast to the Lassies’, rendering some nostalgic memories of our time with the Merchiston boys over the years.
Finally, Gabi gave the vote of thanks, acknowledging the time and effort taken by everyone involved in presenting as well as thanking the St George’s Sixth Form team for enabling this year's Burns Supper to go ahead, albeit with differences due to COVID-19.
We all really appreciate the efforts taken by everyone to ensure our Upper 6 year still contains the memorable traditions held at St George’s and we look forward to the other fun events planned for the rest of this academic year.
Molly (PR Prefect)
January
Careers Newsletter January 2022
Fencing medal for Alexia (Upper 4)
Rosie on Tour in Florida for Lacrosse World Cup Training
February
Primary 6 Project on Space Tourism
Spring Revision @ St George’s Online
Chinese New Year at Houldsworth 2022
Lunar New Year Celebrations in Primary 4
House Event in Junior School: PHOTO GALLERY
March
Connected Culture: Lower School Conference
Love and Kindness for Valentine's Day
Crafty outings with the Boarders
P6 Author Visit: Elle McNicoll
Deepti wins the National SSBU Secondary Junior U13 title
An Evening with Allistair McCaw
UKMT Intermediate Maths Challenge
International Women's Day - Junior School
Summer Sports Camps: 15-18 August 2022
Success for U11 Hockey at the Compass School Tournament
Young Enterprise Best Company Award Winners 2022
Success in Hockey and Lacrosse
April
May
National Representation in the Scotland Lacrosse Team
Sport Scotland event with Judy Murray and Allistair McCaw
Staff Fundraising Walk for Ukraine
Primary 3 Travel Back in Time to Stone Age Times
National Representation for Deepti at Badminton
Bea Competes at the National Schools Equestrian Association Event
Rosie Hazell Selected for the World Cup Lacrosse Squad
Target Ovarian Cancer Walk/Run
Rights Respecting Schools Bronze award
Primary 4 Visit The Birds of America
Scottish Mathematical Challenge Awards
Celebration for Upper 6 Boarders
Equestrian Club at Floors Castle
Inter-District Hockey Tournament
Miss Campbell selected for Wales Match
P6 Netball club had a ‘ball’ at EPSSA netball festival
Scottish Fencing Youth Development Series 2
u17 Edinburgh District Netball
A.F. Steadman visits the Junior School
Butterflies for Chelsea in Bloom
Emma-Louise Beeson visits Nursery
U4 Digital International Exchange Week
Primary 4 Learn about Electricity
June
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