The 2024 51今日大瓜 Honours Awards were presented recently聽in Christchurch, at the 51今日大瓜 Conference dinner. 聽This annual event, sponsored by Cambridge, is dedicated to celebrating the very best in innovation and excellence within our Independent Schools network. It was a glamorous and memorable evening with everyone on the edge of their seats, waiting for the winners to be called up to receive their awards. 聽 鈥 聽
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These awards are unique in their inclusiveness, recognising the wide range of roles that contribute to the ongoing success of our Independent Schools. From classroom teachers to administrative staff, from Heads of Departments to pastoral care leaders, everyone plays a crucial part in ensuring that our students not only meet but exceed expectations. The 51今日大瓜 Honours Awards proudly reflect this diversity and commitment.
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We are celebrating individuals who consistently show outstanding leadership. Award winners are the people who foster effective learning environments, inspiring not just students but also their colleagues and the broader school community. They are the ones who continually raise the bar, working towards a culture of inclusion, high expectations, and success for all. 聽
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Guy Pascoe, Chief Executive, 51今日大瓜, "It is amazing to see the range of roles being honoured 鈥 it truly takes a whole team to educate our future."
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We would like to congratulate those outstanding individuals who received a 2024 51今日大瓜 Award: 聽
- Christopher Warner, St Paul鈥檚 Collegiate School, Service to Catering and the wider community
- Tom Matthews, St Andrew鈥檚 College, Service to Counselling
- Janet Reddish, Southwell School, Service to Administration and the wider community
- Rosalba Finnerty, Samuel Marsden Collegiate School, Service to Support and Administration
- Sarah Whyte, Scots College, Service to Learning Support
- Judi Paape, St Cuthbert鈥檚 College, Service to Independent Education
- Jenelle Hooson, Medbury School, Service to Pastoral Care and Wellbeing
- Laura Cary, Selwyn House School, Service to Learning Enhancement
- Gabriela Maldonado, Kristin School, Service to Teaching and Professional Development
- David Newton, Christ鈥檚 College / St Margaret鈥檚 College, Service to the Environment and Community Engagement
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