The Social Services Committee enjoyed a busy and financially fruitful term.  Under the guidance of Madame Barbara Chambovey, who replaced Madame Françoise Marabotto as Head of Social Services, the team organised a number of interesting and financially rewarding events.

Pictured with Madame Chambovey are the Social Services Representatives: Rani, Roshane, Margaux, Annabel, Ana Maria, Valerie, Rebecca, Michelle, Kshama, Megan and Tamara.

Here is a brief recap of our activities this term:

bullet1,720 Sfr was collected for the earthquake victims in India. Thank you all for your generous donations.
bulletThe Balloon Launch, Afternoon Tea and Second Hand Book Sale were all extremely popular.  Thanks to Mr. Jones and Mr. Shaw for blowing up about 220 balloons (with the help of a canister of gas)!!!  Three balloons have already been found - the first one in Adelboden, another in Interlaken and a third in the North of Italy.  The deadline for the return of the tags is 10th June.  Don't forget to inform Madame Chambovey when you receive yours.
bulletValentine's Day was suitably marked by the delivery of hand-made roses and cards.  Thanks to Nicola and her mum for teaching us how to make such beautiful paper roses!
bulletShoe-cleaning activities during lunchtimes kept forms busy, shoes shined and money rolling into our coffers.  Students enjoyed the learning experience of choosing between blue and black polish.  Staff weren't so sure!!!
bulletBake sales and drink sales at Inter-House events also proved to be popular ... but don't forget folks to clean up after the event.
bulletA Non-Uniform Day proved to be very successful, students paying 3 Sfr for the privilege of wearing their own clothes.
bulletThanks to Rebecca and Michelle who helped Mme Falconnier to prepare "Les Cartons du Coeurs" in Clarens.
bulletThe total amount raised this term from our various fund-raising events was Sfr 5,265.85.  Well done and thank you to all who gave their money and time so generously.  Thanks also to Rani, Michelle, Rebecca and Miss Hickey who advertised all events.

Photocall from Social Services Events

       

Pictured left:  Mrs Urquhart-Ducharme cuts a dash at the Balloon Launch event.  Centre:  James mans the drinks stalls at the Inter House Events.  Pictured right:  Madame Chambovey lines up another customer (Miss McHugh) for shoe cleaning.

       

Pictured left:  Dean feels that his balloon will need some extra luck to make it out of the school grounds.  Pictured right: Miss Aminot and Year 11 students discuss the differences between Blue and Black!!!