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On Saturday, 29th October the School opened its doors to one of the most important events of this gathering: the group competition of South American pipe bands, percussionists and dancers, related to Scottish culture. The different groups were judged by renowned international judges who came from Scotland, Canada and the United States.

The Form 2´s visited Reserva Pan de Azúcar on a lovely sunny day. Using their knowledge of animals and habitats they had learnt throughout the unit, they made observations about the different native animals they saw there.

The idea of having Playground Buddies came from a discussion between the Head of Junior, Mr Mallon and the Form 6 Prefects, with the idea being to implement it during playtimes.

Congratulations to Florencia Bentancor (F2), Sofía Bentancor (F3), Paulina Fernández (F3) and Catalina Kirkoff (F3) who took part in “Space Apps Challenge,” a worldwide competition organised by NASA.

As a closing event of the third Unit of Inquiry: “Who is hiding in my garden?” Kinder R students recorded a movie summarising the most important concepts they studied: minibeasts and their body parts, their habitats and jobs in nature and the environment.

Form 1 students presented their End of Year Celebration based on the Unif of Inquiry "How the World Works". The students, parents and families really enjoyed the show. 

On Thursday, 20th October, the Old Boys & Old Girls Club organised a training session of Mixed Ability rugby in the fields of The British Schools. Over 15 boys participated in the event, plus the organisers of the activity, M19 boys and Club coaches.

What is challenging? Why is this relevant? How does your chosen issue show a global perspective? Is this worth knowing? How would you share your knowledge? What is your conclusion about the issue? These are some of the questions Form 5 students ask themselves as they work in preparation for the PYP Exhibition.

The U16s Summun rugby and hockey Cup was held at The British Schools on Sunday, 16th October.

The planning of this activity was done in coordination with Senior and Early Years in order to build links and enable constructive exchange between the two generational groups as part of the school's Community Commitment projects.

Last Sunday, October 16th, the President of the International Rugby Board (IRB), Mr William "Bill" Beaumont, former England's British Lions captain, visited the School and Old Boys & Old Girls Club. 

Once again we rejoiced in celebrating the School's birthday as is our tradition.