Mi Ddylwn, Mi Allaf, Mi Fynnaf

I Should, I Can, I Will

SENIOR AWARDS EVENING

on

Wednesday 13 April 2016

at

7:00 pm in the School Hall

Headteacher Peter B. Harrison B.Ed. (Hons) M.A. (Ed.)

Programme

Welcome - Mr P B Harrison, Headteacher

Department and Subject Awards

Memorial Awards

Science Awards

Physical Education and Sports Awards

Department and Subject Awards

Musical Awards

CJ Littlejohns Award

Community and Major Awards

Concluding Remarks - Mrs D Lloyd, Chair of Governors

Hen Wlad fy Nhadau

GOWERTON SCHOOL SENIOR AWARDS EVENING

GOWERTON SCHOOL MODERN LANGUAGE PRIZE The Modern Languages Department set up the following award to recognise an exceptionally gifted linguist. Best GCSE French result: Winner: Kaitlyn Egan, currently studying ‘AS’ Level Geography, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form Best GCSE Spanish result: Winner: Morganna Davies, currently studying ‘AS’ Level Biology, History, Geography and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form Best ‘A’ Level French result: Sophie Davis, currently studying BA in Media & Communications and French in Swansea University MORLAIS AND MARY REES PRIZES Morlais and Mary Rees were brother and sister and lived in North Gower. They were both committed to the Welsh Language. Miss Rees was a keen chapelgoer and singer. When they died within a short period of each other a bursary was given to the school as a memorial. Prizes are awarded annually – ‘for excellence’ for a Welsh learner. Best GCSE Welsh result: Winner: Becky Alexander, currently studying ‘A’ Level Welsh, Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry in Gorseinon College Best GCSE Welsh Short Course result: Winner: Matthew Jones, currently studying ‘AS’ Level History, Mathematics, Chemistry, Computer Science and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form Religious Education - for best GCSE result: Winner: Olivia Rosselli, currently studying ‘AS’ Level Chemistry, Biology, Psychology and Law at Gorseinon College

Best GCSE Religious Education Short Course result: Winner: Faheem Arshad, currently studying ‘AS’ Level Computer Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, History and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form Best ‘A’ Level Religious Education result: Winner: Owain Brooks, currently studying History in Swansea University GOWERTON SCHOOL HISTORY PRIZE The History Department awards this prize to the student who achieved the highest mark at GCSE History and is pursuing the study of history at Gowerton School. Winner: Faheem Arshad

THE A B DANIEL AWARD FOR HISTORICAL STUDIES This award was set up in memory of the late Headmaster of Gowerton School, Mr Afan Daniel who became Headteacher in September 1969. He studied History at Trinity College, Cambridge, before graduating in 1948. Mr Daniel was a sportsman of repute, a rugby referee and Vice President of the Welsh Secondary Schools Cricket Association. The A B Daniel Award is given in his honour and memory, to a student who has shown excellence at ‘A’ Level History. Winner: Bethan Tucker, currently studying History at Exeter University

HEATHER WILLIAMS DESIGN AWARD Sponsored by Education Staffing Solutions Mrs Heather Williams was a pupil of Gowerton School and later returned to teach Textiles at Gowerton. The prize is awarded to a pupil who has achieved the highest mark at GCSE. Winner: Olivia Hutchings, currently studying ‘AS’ Level Biology, Geography, History and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form

GOWERTON SCHOOL DESIGN TECHNOLOGY AWARD Sponsored by Education Staffing Solutions Mr Mike Howells, then Head of Faculty for Design Technology, set up this award in 1995 to reward a student who produced the best coursework project and achieved the best result at GCSE Design Technology. Winner: Olivia Hutchings GOWERTON SCHOOL DESIGN TECHNOLOGY AWARD Sponsored by Education Staffing Solutions The Design Technology Department award this prize to the student who achieved the highest mark at ‘A’ Level Winner: Annabelle Boardman, currently studying Medical Engineering at Swansea University GOWERTON SCHOOL CATERING AWARD Sponsored by Education Staffing Solutions The catering department award this prize to the student who achieved the highest mark at GCSE Level Winner: Millie Bruce, currently studying Health & Social Care Level 3 at Gower College GOWERTON SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY AWARD – BEST RESULT AT GCSE LEVEL Winner: Kaitlyn Egan GOWERTON SCHOOL AWARD FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY – BEST RESULT AT GCSE Winner: Faheem Arshad GOWERTON SCHOOL PRIZE FOR FILM STUDIES The school is grateful to Mr Alun Rees for generously donating this prize, which is given to the student who achieved the best result at ‘A’ Level. Winner: Matt Thomas, currently studying Film Production at University of South Wales

GOWERTON SCHOOL PRIZE FOR ENGLISH Mr Alun Rees has also donated this prize, which is given to the students who have gained the best overall mark at GCSE English Language and English Literature. Winner: Becky Alexander THE GOWERTONIAN SOCIETY CENTENARY AWARD

The fund raising efforts of the society over a period of 5 years around the time of their Centenary enabled them to donate an annual prize to “enhance the good name of Gowerton School". There are two recipients this year: Winner: Patrick Langdon-Dark, currently in Year 11 Patrick has surfed competitively since 2013 at the Welsh, European and British Championships. His success include 5th in Britain at U18 (he is 16) and winning the ‘Rip Curl’ UK competition at his age group. This led to him representing Wales in the World Junior Championships in California. The Gowertonian Society Award grant will go towards his expenses in representing Gowerton School in the British Competition in Cornwall this weekend. Winner: Nicole Jones Year 10

All the STF pupils travel annually to Heatherton World of Activities. It is an invaluable chance for pupils with autism spectrum conditions to practise the social skills they have learned throughout the school year whilst partaking in fun activities, all of which encourage social communication and interaction. We are grateful to the Gowertonian Society for granting us the opportunity to take the STF pupils on the trip again this year and thank our Year 10 pupil Nicole Jones for writing the request.

THE PETER SKYRME AWARD The Peter Skyrme Memorial Award is presented every year to a pupil in the final year of compulsory education who, throughout their time at Gowerton, has worked and/or played to the limits of their ability and has striven to contribute to the school. This prestigious award was set up in memory of Peter Skyrme who was a much loved and respected Deputy Headteacher at this school, who died in 1976 aged 40 years of age. Peter will be remembered for his total involvement in the Gowerton School in all its aspects. He devoted his abilities and energies to the utmost degree to the school’s well being, having a tremendous capacity for hard work, a pride in his own efficiency and in its impact on colleagues and pupils. Peter won for himself the respect, trust and liking of teachers and students alike, yet he was humble and modest in his achievements. Winner: Rebecca Pye, currently studying in Year 11

SIR GEORGE MANNING MEMORIAL PRIZE FOR EXCELLENCE AT ‘A’ LEVEL Sir George Manning M.A. Dip. Sci. was born in Gowerton in 1887 and died in Christchurch, New Zealand in 1976. He was a pupil of the school and a staunch Gowertonian. It is notable that he was a man of such repute that the following honours were bestowed upon him: C.M.G. (Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George) 1963; Knighthood 1967; LL.D. (Hon.) University of Canterbury 1972; Hon. Citizen of Ch.Ch (Dorset) 1972 His widow Lady Sarah Manning (now deceased) bequeathed a substantial amount of money to the school on his death and requested the money be used to reward a student of Economics. A number of years later his widow agreed that the prize money also be shared amongst those students who had achieved exceptional results at ‘A’ Level. The school is very grateful to the Manning family, especially their son Penrhy Manning, who continued to support the school until his death in 2004 in Christchurch, New Zealand. Winners: Hannah Griffiths, currently studying Physics at Bath University Oliver Scourfield, currently studying Biomedical Science at Cardiff University Bethan Tucker Hannah Williams, currently studying BSc Sports Science at Cardiff Metropolitan University THE BEVERLY EDWARDS AWARD

The whole school community was deeply saddened to hear of the death of a much loved colleague at the beginning of September 2007. Bev was a very special person who will be sorely missed by everyone who knew her. Her selflessness and genuine, caring nature made her an asset to the school and everyone who had any contact with her. Bev was a very kind, helpful and supportive person with a bubbly, positive outlook on everything she was involved with. The award is given annually to the pupil who has made a great individual effort and progress over their period at Gowerton School. This year the award is given to: Luke Morgan, currently in Year 11

MICHAEL GIBBS MEMORIAL AWARD Michael Gibbs joined the staff of what was then Gowerton Boys Grammar School in 1964, in what was intended to be just the first step in his teaching career. He fell in love with all things ‘Gowerton’, and eventually retired from teaching 28 years later, having only ever taught at one school. Over the years he held many positions; Chairman of the staff common room, Chairman of the PTA, Governor and, of course, Head of Art. Mike’s approach to teaching was never focussed on academic success alone, but on a student’s overall contribution to the life of the Art department, and the school in general. It was in this spirit that his family have dedicated this award in his memory. Joint Winners: Stephanie Grove, currently studying ‘A’ Level Art, D & T and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form

Jennifer La Grange, currently studying ‘A’ Level Art, D & T and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form BEVAN AWARD FOR CHEMISTRY Abram Bevan was a Gowertonian attending the Boys’ Grammar School and was the son of the Headmaster John Bevan. Abram belonged to a very distinguished and academic Pontarddulais family. His nephew, Cecil Bevan, became Principal of Cardiff University after the war and built up the fine reputation it now carries. Abram was also a keen rugby player and played scrum half for Gowerton. He was the Senior Chemistry teacher at Penarth Boys’ Grammar School and after his retirement came back to live with his sister in Gowerton. Abram Bevan held the school in such high regard that he arranged with the then Headmaster of Gowerton, Mr Afan Daniel, to set up a scholarship for excellence in Chemistry. The award is presented annually for the best results at ‘A’ Level and GCSE Chemistry. Best Result at ‘A’ Level Winner: Oliver Scourfield Best Result at GCSE Winner: Becky Alexander NEVILLE REES SCIENCE PRIZE Neville Rees was a student at the Gowerton County Intermediate School between 1934-1939. A native of Gorseinon, he eventually qualified as a doctor. He subsequently went to New Zealand to practice medicine. This longstanding and prestigious prize is awarded every year to an ‘A’ Level student who has excelled at the Sciences. Winner: Oliver Scourfield

SCIENCE FACULTY AWARDS The Science Awards recognise achievement across the Science disciplines at Physics, Chemistry and Biology at Key Stages 4 and 5. The Awards Evening is an opportunity for the Science Faculty to publically thank both the students and their teachers for the hard work put in at Gowerton. Best Result at GCSE Health and Social Care Winner: Becky Alexander

Gowerton School Engineering Award Mrs Pam Berry from Engineering Education Scheme Wales, has been an enormous help, mentoring and organising Gowerton School students and enabling our Lower 6th student to gain two prestigious awards in – “Best Application of Engineering and Technology” in the regional finals. Winner: James Godbeer, currently studying ‘A’ Level Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Further Mathematics and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form

Gowerton School BTEC Science Award Winner: Sophie Webb, currently studying Health & Social Care at Gower College Best Result at 'A' Level Physics Winner: Hannah Griffiths Best Result at GCSE Physics Winner: Kaitlyn Egan Best Result at 'A' Level Biology Winner: Oliver Scourfield Best Result at GCSE Biology Winner: Becky Alexander

Gowerton School Prize for ‘A’ Level Biology For a student who has shown outstanding application and endeavour, combined with a genuine desire to succeed Winner: Cara Macey, currently studying Biomedical and Neurological Sciences at Southampton University Best Result at GCSE Additional Science Winner: Faheem Arshad Best Result at GCSE Core Science Winner: Catrin Jones, currently in Year 11 GOWERTON SCHOOL HSA AWARD The HSA (formerly PTA) set this award up a number of years ago. It is given to reward a pupil who has made notable contributions to the sporting life of the school. A cup and a cash prize are awarded each year to the recipient. Winner: Anthony Osborne, currently studying ‘A’ Level Physical Education, Geography and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form THE KAREN COX MEMORIAL AWARD FOR HOCKEY Mr and Mrs Cox set up this award in memory of their daughter Karen who was a pupil at this school between 1982 and 1987. Sadly Karen lost her life in a car accident in 1996 aged 25. Whilst at school she was a member of the school choir and was keenly interested in all sports, but particularly hockey. Karen was employed by the Health Authority in the Family Health Service. Hockey was her passion and it is for this reason that the award was set up to reward a student at Gowerton who has shown exceptional qualities in their hockey playing. Winner: Lily Jones, currently in Year 10 Lily has developed a love for hockey over the past two years. Lily started playing hockey for the school in year 9 and enjoyed playing so much she joined Swansea Bay Hockey Club and Gowerton Hockey Club to further develop her skills. This year Lily has represented the school, Swansea Bay and was selected to play for the counties under 16 hockey team. She also attends ‘360 Hockey Wales’ which is a scheme run by Welsh Hockey, this gives players the opportunity to work with coaches that have or are currently playing for Wales. Lily has also volunteered to coach the younger children at Gowerton Hockey Club, this is something she has enjoyed, it has allowed her to pass on the skills she learned and given her the opportunity to develop other skills required to coach the sport.

THE ROBERT EVANS AWARD FOR SPORTING EXCELLENCE IN ATTITUDE AND ATTAINMENT Robert Evans was a long-standing teacher at Gowerton School. A legendary figure in his time, he was a well respected Head of PE, rugby coach and teacher who went on to be a charismatic and effective Head of Year. Robert was an excellent sportsman, playing representative level rugby and cricket. Having been educated at Gowerton, he spent all but two years of his working life here, retiring in 2002. This substantial prestigious award is made by his widow, Pam, to remind us each year of ‘ROE’ ; how much he loved the school, how much he loved sporting excellence and how important it was to him that the attitude to the game was always correct. Winner: Philip Jones, currently studying ‘A’ Level in Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton School. Philip has represented Ospreys and Wales U18 level this year. He continues to conduct himself with maturity beyond his years and has proven to be a superb role model for peers and younger pupils alike as his time at Gowerton draws to a close. GOWERTON SCHOOL SENIOR RUGBY ACHIEVEMENTS We have a particular strong history of excellence in rugby union. The list of international players who attended one of the Gowerton Schools – Intermediate, Grammar, Comprehensive is phenomenal.

Throughout this time we have had a number of members of international squads in school – often more than one.

This year, we have a strong group of players in Year 10. Five have played for Swansea Schools, five year 11s are in the Ospreys Regional Team, four sixth formers played for Ospreys under 18s and two of them represented Wales. Three former pupils represented Wales under 18s and Keelan Giles and Mathew Protheroe represented Wales and England under 20s respectively (playing against each other in the 5 Nations!). The 1st XV have made it through to the Welsh Vase cup final and play Cardiff High School at Cardiff Arms Park on Wednesday 20th April-kick off 4.15pm.

Ospreys U16 Joe Bright

Sam Cambriani Sean Collins

Oliver Quick

Elliott Rees

Welsh Academicals Milo Fleming

Tomos Northey

Ospreys U18 Kieran Charles

Tom Ham

Wales U18 Will Griffiths

Phil Jones

Will Jones

Jordon Liney

Morgan Morris

Wales U20 Keelan Giles England U20 Mathew Protheroe

ARMY CAREERS AWARD The Army Careers Service presents this award to the student who has given tremendous service to the game of rugby at Gowerton School. Joint Winners: Milo Fleming, currently studying ‘A’ Level Physical Education, Geography and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form Tomos Northey, currently studying ‘A’ Level Mathematics, History, Computing and Welsh Baccalaureate in Gowerton 6th Form GOWERTON SCHOOL PRIZE FOR SPORTING ENDEAVOUR Awarded annually by the PE Department to a pupil who has worked and played hard and contributed to the sporting life of the school. Winner: Nia Howell, currently studying GCSE’s in Year 11 Nia has been a hard working, enthusiastic participant throughout her time at the school. Nia has regularly attended a wide variety of extra-curricular activities representing school at netball, rounders and athletics. Nia has willingly given her time in helping pupils in lower school with netball club. She has been a pleasure to teach throughout her time at Gowerton School. THE RICHARD HAYMAN MEMORIAL CUP – awarded to an outstanding athlete Richard Hayman attended Gowerton School in the mid 1970s. He loved sport and played with great enthusiasm on the rugby field and he also ran cross country for the school. Richard was someone who was very quiet, thoughtful and totally committed to the school and to sport in particular. The dedication on his trophy sums him up: 'He loved the school and always did his best'. Tragically, whilst out fishing with his friends, Richard lost his life when he was swept off the rocks at Rhossili. Richard’s parents presented the cup to the school in his memory. Winner: Christopher Packham, currently studying GCSE’s in year 11 In the last year, Christopher won silver and bronze medals in the West Wales Championships. He then competed for the West Wales Team that won the National Athletics Championships. He ran for district schools in the Welsh Schools Cross Country Championships which the team won. Christopher won individual bronze medal in the Welsh Road Relay Championships. He competes regularly for Swansea Harriers.

GOWERTON SCHOOL FOOTBALL AWARD Most valuable contribution to football during their time at Gowerton School Winner: Will Gilberthorpe, currently studying ‘A’ Level Physical Education, Geography and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form Will continues a tradition of footballing success at Gowerton, the school having won 4 national titles over the past 12 years at both junior and senior level. Their progress to the national U19 semi final last season epitomised their hard working ethos and hopefully will encourage younger pupils to follow in their footsteps. GOWERTON SCHOOL AWARD FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATON – BEST RESULT AT GCSE LEVEL Winner: Abbey Rodrigues, currently studying ‘AS’ Level Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Geography and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form GOWERTON SCHOOL PRIZE FOR MATHEMATICS These prizes are for excellence at ‘A’ level and the best results in GCSE Mathematics at Higher and Foundation Tier ‘A’ Level Mathematics Winner: Hannah Griffiths GCSE Higher Tier: Rachel Griffiths, currently studying ‘AS’ Level Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form GCSE Foundation Tier: Bethan Millns, currently studying Fashion and Clothing at Coleg Sir Gar ADDITIONAL MATHEMATICS Winner: Ewan Davies, currently studying Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, History and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form

PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT PRIZE Sponsored by Apollo Teaching Services Awarded for ‘A’ Level Psychology Winner: Livvy Saunders, currently studying BSc Geography at Swansea University GOWERTON SCHOOL PRIZE FOR EXCELLENCE AT 'AS' LEVEL Sponsored by Apollo Teaching Services Winners: Jack Barrington, currently studying ‘A’ Level Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form Elene Gegeshidze, currently studying ‘A’ Level Geography, History, Religious Education and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form James Godbeer Annabel Lyle, currently studying Mathematics, Chemistry, History and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form GOWERTON SCHOOL PRIZE FOR HIGHEST MARK IN SUBJECT AT ‘AS’ LEVEL Winners: Jack Barrington Nathan Bowen, currently studying ‘A’ Level Computing, Photography, D & T and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form Annabel Lyle Peter Swain THE DAVID WHITFORD MEMORIAL PRIZE David was a pupil of Gowerton from 1980 – 1987. Despite being diagnosed with leukaemia when he was 7 years old, David participated fully in school life. Sadly, he lost his battle with the disease in 1992. Geology was his favourite A level subject and his parents kindly donated a beautiful mounted geode to reward an outstanding A level Geologist or Physical Geographer of future years. A Level in Geography Winner: Livvy Saunders

CATHERINE WILLIAMS SCHOLARSHIP This prestigious scholarship rewards a pupil who has demonstrated outstanding academic ability. It is one of the longest standing awards in Gowerton School (dating back to the 1930s) in the County Intermediate School. Today it is presented to the student or students achieving the best GCSE results out of the Year 11 cohort. Winners: Becky Alexander Faheem Arshad Ewan Davies Kaitlyn Egan Matthew Jones Olivia Rosselli GOWERTON COMMUNITY COUNCIL AWARD FOR ART Gowerton Community Council presented the school with a shield to reward excellence at Art. This is given to the student who achieved the best result at GCSE. The Art Department and the school are very grateful for the support and interest shown by the representatives of the local community. Winner: Bethan Dallimore, currently studying ‘A’ Level Art, Biology, English Literature and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form THE TONY SMALL BRASS AWARD Tony Small, a former Gowerton pupil, studied at Cardiff University and also the Royal Academy of Music, London. In 1964 he was appointed brass & woodwind teacher to both the Gowerton Boys’ and Girls’ Grammar Schools. In 1975 he was appointed a Principal Advisory music teacher for West Glamorgan, but continued teaching brass here until his retirement in 2007, a total of 43 years service to Gowerton School. In 1973 Tony established a very successful brass band in Penclawdd and is still its musical director. He also founded the West Glamorgan Youth Brass Band and guided both bands to winning the British Championships at the Royal Albert Hall. He was also instrumental in founding the National Youth Brass Band of Wales in 1982 and is currently its Chairman. His work has been recognised by an Award from the Sheriff of West Glamorgan; an honorary M.Mus. degree from the University of Wales and an Associate (A.R.A.M.) from the Royal Academy of Music. He was recently awarded the British Empire Medal for services to music in Swansea by H.M. The Queen. His Brass Award is awarded annually to the senior brass instrumentalist who has shown loyalty and commitment during his/her time at Gowerton School and has also achieved a high standard of competence in performance. Winner: Aidan Stannard, currently studying in Year 10

GOWERTON SCHOOL MUSIC PRIZE – BEST RESULT AT GCSE LEVEL Winner: Joshua Smith, currently studying ‘AS’ Level in Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form

MORGAN AND DILYS LLOYD MEMORIAL AWARD Dilys and Morgan Lloyd lived in Sketty. Dilys Lloyd was organist at St. Mary’s church in Swansea as well as being a brilliant pianist and teacher of piano. Morgan Lloyd having won a place at The Royal Academy of Music studied violin and came back to the area and taught strings in the Gowerton Boys’ and Girls’ Grammar Schools. Morgan set up his own orchestra and conducted a huge number of oratorios and concerts in the South Wales area. He was an eminent musician – having been a child prodigy. This prize is given annually to further the musical experience of a talented and accomplished musician. Joint Winners: Reyan Murtadha, currently studying Music at the Royal Northern College of Music Thomas Richards, currently studying Jazz Saxophone at Leeds College of Music CYNWYD WATKINS PRIZE This award is given to a student who has demonstrated outstanding achievement in music. The award is made in memory of Cynwyd Watkins, a teacher at Gowerton School. He was a highly gifted musician, a brilliant pianist, cellist and a horn player. He was a very talented composer and arranger, who often wrote music for the school orchestra, choir and drama productions. In addition to classroom teaching he also taught instrumental music in his spare time and was heavily involved in school productions. He went on to pioneer one of the foremost music departments in the whole of Wales that was to be the envy of schools throughout the principality. One of his most outstanding pupils was Dr Alun Hoddinott, a highly gifted and successful composer and academic. Dr Hoddinott paid his mentor this glowing tribute: 'C.K.W. was an inspired teacher who had the gift of communicating his intense love and appreciation of music to a large number of pupils.' Winner: Hannah Thomas, currently studying Biochemistry at Cardiff University THE EMLYN REES AWARD FOR SERVICES TO MUSIC The Emlyn Rees Awards have been sponsored by three generations of the same family. They have maintained strong links with the school and have a great interest in music. Winners: Jacob Clark, currently studying Music, Mathematics and Chemistry at Gowerton 6th Form Ryan Colebrook, currently studying ‘A’ Level Music, Mathematics and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form and Level 3 AAT Accountancy at Gower College

THE EMLYN REES AWARD FOR PROMISING MUSIC STUDENTS Winners: Mollie Caswell, currently in Year 9 Thomas Evans, currently in Year 11 Seren Howells, currently in Year 8 Saffron Jenkins, currently in Year 9 Lily Nicholas, currently in Year 9 Megan Nicholson, currently in Year 9 Arianna Yadollahi, currently in Year 9 THE DUNVANT CHOIR AWARD Our relationship with Dunvant Choir is an historic one. It was formalised in 1980 with the installation of the Dunvant Choir Award which at the time went to promising musical talent. Some former winners include: Gareth Small now Principal Trumpet for the Halle Orchestra Andrew Davies now a Professional Jazz Trumpeter Robert Nicholls now Culture Content Editor for S4C This award is given to outstanding vocal soloists. Members of the Dunvant Male Choir auditioned singers during an informal concert and chose the following students: Winners: 1st Prize Taylor Marhsall, currently in Year 10 2nd Prize Miriam Higgs, currently in Year 11 3rd Prize Laura Evans, currently in Year 11 LITTLEJOHNS MEDICAL PRIZE Cecil John Littlejohns was a pupil at Gowerton School from 1927 to 1934. An able all-rounder he ran cross-country and played in the school orchestra. Unwilling to go to further education he left school and made his way in haulage before joining his father’s business. At the start of the Second World War, CJ Littlejohns volunteered for the army enlisting as a private in the South Wales Borderers. After a period in Officer Training School as a candidate and as a member of staff he transferred to 2nd Battalion the Royal Welch Fusiliers. He saw active service in Burma from 1942 to 1946, being decorated for gallantry, winning the Military Cross in 1943. He was promoted as part of General Slim’s “Forgotten Army” and again to Major and regimental adjutant serving in Calcutta during the last days of “The Raj”. Having resigned his commission at the end of hostilities, Cecil returned home to Swansea where he established a tyre-fitting and distribution company, ‘Central Tyre Service’ in Gorseinon. He was Secretary and Chair of Siloam Baptist Chapel, a J.P. and active advocate of many local charities.

An annual prize has been established by his family to commemorate the life of CJ Littlejohns. This substantial award goes to the “most promising pupil aspiring to Medical School” and is paid annually from the time the student commences. Assessment is based on three specific criteria and the decision made by a panel of representatives of the school, Higher Education and Medical establishment. This award has been withheld this year. To celebrate the 100th year anniversary of the birth of CJ Littlejohns a special CJ Littlejohns Society Prize was open to all pupils at Gowerton School. The total value of the prize was £500. Pupils were invited to create an original piece of art depicting 100 years of Welsh society. “Society” could be interpreted very broadly – covering any aspect of Welsh life including work, play, sport, views of town and country. Poems, paintings, photographs, videos, a piece of music, textiles, sculptures, short stories, short plays were all acceptable. They could be an individual or group submission. There were 23 entries (21 single and 2 groups). A panel of 5 decided to award 3 prizes, a first, a second and third. Winners: 1st Prize - Jacob Arnold, currently studying ‘A’ Level Art, D & T, Mathematics and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form 2nd Prize – Ross Williams, currently in Year 10 3rd Prize – Carys Buckley, Ilia James and Anastasia Edwards, currently in Year 10

THE REBECCA EVANS MEMORIAL AWARD Rebecca Evans attended Gowerton School between 1982 and 1989. After leaving the sixth form with 2As and 1B at ‘A’ Level she went on to gain a degree in European History from Warwick University. Rebecca was a highly academic student, full of fun and a ‘real character’. After a gap year in France where she held a position in charge of children’s entertainment, Rebecca realised that she wanted to become a teacher. After qualifying she secured a teaching post in Broadlands Park, Hertfordshire. Sadly Rebecca never took up the post as she lost her life in 1994 in a car accident aged 22. This award set up by Heidi Rees (who was one of Rebecca’s closest friends) is to reward and recognise a Lower Sixth student who has shown exceptional hard work and qualities of character. Winner: Luke Draycott, currently studying ‘A’ Level Art, Film Studies and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form

THE T. WYNNE HARRIES JP MEMORIAL CUP Mr Wynne Harries was associated with Gowerton School for approximately 26 years. He was a Welfare Officer with the West Glamorgan Branch of the Muscular Dystrophy Group. Wynne was very proud of Gowerton School’s fundraising commitment. His wife Mrs Val Harries, therefore, thought it very fitting to give an award in his memory. The award is normally given to a pupil or pupils who have demonstrated considerable commitment to charitable causes, the school and wider community. Jenni Bickford currently studying ‘A’ Level Biology, Psychology and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form Curtis Butler, currently studying ‘A’ Level Chemistry, Biology, Psychology and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form THE GOWERTONIAN SOCIETY MEMORIAL AWARD This award was initiated in the 1950s and was intended to recognise outstanding contributions to the school and the positive influence pupils in their final year had on their fellows. The award was made in both Girls’ and Boys’ Grammar Schools before the schools became a comprehensive unit. The award was made in memory of the former pupils of the Gowerton Schools who fell in the World Wars. The previous winners of this award are listed on the scroll at the back of the School Hall. Winners: Annabel Lyle Peter Swain, currently studying ‘A’ Level Geography, Biology, Chemistry and Welsh Baccalaureate at Gowerton 6th Form THE VINCE SANGER AWARD Dr. Vince Sanger attended Gowerton School from 1955 – 1962. He attended the Welsh National School of Medicine 1962 – 1968. He became a captain in the Army Medical Corps and subsequently a GP in Northamptonshire. He passed away in April 2009. He left a sum of money for an award annually to be presented to medical students at Gowerton. Winner: Cara Macey GOVERNORS’ PRIZE This prize is given by the Governing Body annually in recognition of outstanding contribution to the life of the school. Winners: Livvy Saunders Marcus Besley, currently studying Civil Engineering with a year in industry at Swansea University Bay Campus (College of Engineering)

THE JUDGE ROWE HARDING AWARD This award was bestowed upon the school by the family of the late Judge Rowe Harding. This prize is given to a student who has achieved outstanding ‘A' Level results and has also shown great commitment and involvement in both music and sport. A cup and cash prize is awarded to the recipient. His Honour Rowe Harding LLD, DL was born at Drummau House, Birchgrove in 1901 and died in 1991. He was educated at Gowerton County School and Pembroke College, Cambridge. He qualified as a solicitor in 1924 and was called to the Bar, Inner Temple in 1928 and from 1953 to 1976 served as a Circuit Judge. He contested Swansea East (1945) and then Gower (1950 & 1951) as a National Liberal and Conservative Parliamentary candidate and was a member of the Swansea Town Council from 1945 to 1948. He was President of the Royal Institution of South Wales, Chancellor of both the Diocese of St David’s and Swansea & Brecon and a member of the Council of Lampeter College, the Court of Governors of Swansea University and the University of Wales. He was Chairman of the Welsh Regional Committee of the Cheshire Homes and a trustee of the Cheshire Foundation. Judge Rowe Harding was an accomplished singer and pianist and a promoter of the Swansea Festival of Music in the 1930s. In 1976 he became Chairman of Swansea Porcelain Ltd. A keen naturalist and conservationist, he and his wife donated the quarry at Ilston to the Glamorgan Naturalist Trust. A Welsh Champion sprinter, his abiding love was Rugby football. Between 1923 and 1928 he played Rugby 17 times for Wales; was Captain of Wales, Cambridge University and Swansea R.F.C. as well as a founder member and President of the Crawshay Welsh XV. He was a Vice-President of the Welsh Rugby Union, Chairman and President of Glamorgan County Cricket Club.

Previous winners of the award include: Dr Chloe Guy MB.B.CH.Ph.D Kathryn Senior – Customer Experience Manager for Unibet (London) Ltd in Wimbledon Bethan Stephens – Masters in M.Chem at Cardiff, currently working at L’Oreal, London Adam Harries – Mathematics and Physics, Bath University Thomas Stephens – London School of Economics, Masters MSC in European Social Policy. Currently Assistant Vice Principal at Rivers Academy, West London Sian E. Davies – PhD Oxford University This year it is awarded to: Bethan Tucker

A message from the Governing Body of Gowerton School

It is, as ever, a pleasure and a privilege to share the celebration of Gowerton School’s award winning students. Tonight's performers and award winners represent not only their own achievements, but

also those of every pupil and student, for it is the work of every single member of the school that makes it consistently one of the the top five achieving schools in Wales. The young people receiving awards are the first among equals, demonstrating particularly fine personal performance in GCSEs, vocational qualifications, AS and A levels and in their sporting, creative and personal development. We are proud of them all. This evening’s awards are sponsored by the school and governors, by the Gowertonian Society, by local business, by the armed forces, and by, or in memory of, individual former students and staff. The names of all the award sponsors, and of those remembered in the awards, appear throughout this evening’s programme. We are delighted that many of the sponsors are here tonight to add their praise to the prize winners, and to give them encouragement and advice for the future. We are delighted, too, to have this opportunity to make special mention of two particular members of the school leadership team, without whose wisdom, talent, loyalty and charisma the school would not be the place it is today. I refer of course to Head Teacher Peter Harrison and his senior Assistant Head, Tom MacCarthy, who are retiring at the end of August. They are exemplary leaders, encouragers and developers of generations of students and staff, and have created a strong and successful legacy for their successors. The school ethos is to give every single pupil and student the opportunity to achieve her or his very best. Gowerton’s teachers, parents, carers and mentors inspire and encourage them but it is the students and pupils themselves who put in the really hard work. The school’s young people enrich their own lives and those of the wider community through their achievements. We thank everyone taking part this evening, and extend hearty congratulations to everyone performing and receiving awards. Llongyfarchiadau i chi pawb - congratulations to you all!

Chairman, Gowerton School Governing Body April 2016

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