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Annual Presentation of Awards
Our Guest of Honour at this year's Prize Day in October was Mr. Will Haire, Permanent Secretary of the Department of Education, who was warmly welcomed by Mr. Raymond Freeman, Chairman of theBoard of Governors. He also welcomed Mrs. Bronwen Haire, who presented the awards. Following a musical programme and a comprehensive Headmaster's Report, Mr. Haire acknowledged the talent and sheer hard work of the young people at Dunluce. He pointed out that the wider caring environment experienced at home, in school and in the local community contributes to the pupils achieving "Excellence in All" at Dunluce.
Mr. Haire also paid tribute to the Board of Governors in its role of supporting the teachers and providing a connection with the local community. He said that in the face of the incredible changes going on in education, the school benefits from the support of the "good, strong set of governors, working with the school leadership, and the professionalism and commitment of the teachers". Aware that this is a time of technological change which can provide many distractions, Mr. Haire praised the pupils of Dunluce for being focused on achievement. He stated that they possess many of the qualities needed to move on in life..."hardworking, energetic and enthusiastic...".
The speaker went on to compliment Rachel Hill and Suzanne Logan, who spoke about their experiences on the Ski Trip and the Spanish Trip, remarking that they displayed the great characteristics of being dependable and articulate. He said that pupils at Dunluce have learned a great deal from academic and informal learning activities, and have a great basis for coping with the challenges of the future on acccount of the values, teamwork and commitment they have learned here. Mr. Haire was confident that the future of society was in safe hands.
