Grammar Gazette- Issue 2, 2014

FIG TREE POCKET OPEN FOR BUSINESS (AND COFFEE!)

THE FIG TREE POCKET CAMPUS continues to develop into a wonderful home ground for our girls and their families and supporters. In August, the canteen, featuring a commercial kitchen, was opened. Run by the Parents & Friends (P&F) Association it provides food and drinks for home games and other events with a menu including coffee (the real stuff!), tea and other hot and cold drinks, toasted sandwiches, bacon and egg burgers and packaged snacks. The canteen is a welcome addition to this campus, which has quickly become a well-loved home ground for the girls

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WHEN WINNING REALLY ISN'T EVERYTHING

AS A NATION THAT IS WIDELY RENOWNED AS 'SPORTS MAD' the focus on winning can often overshadow the many beneflts of participation in sport Whrle we celebrate our successes on the sporting fleld and acknowledge the important role competition can play, we know that for every athlete aiming to make it first over the finish line, there is yoga lover who thrives on the stillness and calm a yoga session provides. Removing the competitive aspect from a sport does not reduce the many benefits of participation. From social and leadership skills, confidence building and making health-conscious decisions, getting involved in recreational sport has many positive impacts on character development and well-being As a modern school, it is important that we keep pace with changing trends and interests in all areas of school life Our sports programme includes lifestyle activities such as yoga, pilates, rock climbing, aqua aerobics, fitness, and weights and conditioning to ensure that girls of all sporting abilities are encouraged to take part in

programmes that promote heaith and fltness The girls involved embrace these activities as enthus;iastically as any of their more traditional counterparts Sometimes their competitive streak can even be ignited, as demonstrated by o1d girl Lucy Stirlin g (2010) whose passion for rock climbing led to her being named the 2014 Australian Open Womens Champron in sport climbing Whether it be a new friendship formed or a personal goal reached, the benefits of participation will always ensure a winning result.