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YEARBOOK 2022
STRATFORD SECONDARY SCHOOL.
“Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” Malcolm X
INDEX OF CONTENTS
- Experiences…page 4.
- Class photograph…page 6.
- Students in the spotlight…page 8.
- Our principal speaks…page 14.
- Autograph page…page 15.
- Credits...page 16.
EXPERIENCES. Cultural week
By Victoria Aguilera
Our famous cultural week has been a success once again. Under the topic “Europe United”, the different departments of the school have prepared stands related to gastronomy, music, science, maths, languages and history. Nikos Vasileiou receives the award to the best science project and Victoria Aguilera will participate in the national poetry contest with her poem “Europe”.
During the first days, students, families and staff could visit and learn about European scientists and their contribution to the world history. Students in the third year prepared a presentation with some games and experiments to see microscopic life, test your blood type and measure the height of our buildings by means of the shadow they have.
There was also a poetry contest. French, Spanish, Italian, Romanian and English were the languages used and our contestant recited about environment, peace in the world and life as a teenager.
The gym was the venue chosen for the final celebration with food from different European countries. Each class was in charge of a different country and they had to investigate about the most popular dishes abroad and how to cook them. Polenta from Italy, beef Goulash from Hungary or Sacher cake from Austria disappeared in a blink of an eye as soon as the guests arrived. The party was also livened up with music from the European Song Contest. The money from the tickets will be sent to an NGO that helps children in Africa.
PICTURES:
A piece of Sacher cake, one of the most demanded desserts during the celebration. Photo by Nikos Vasileiou.
Some of the test tubes used for the science experiments. Photo by Nikos Vasileiou.
EXPERIENCES. Final-year school trip.
By Marius García
Asturias is the destination chosen for our final school trip, which will take place between June 14 to 19. Oviedo, Gijón, Cangas de Onis are the three main places where we are going to stay and the descent to the river Sella, the star activity of the week.
The department of extra-curricular and complementary activities celebrated a meeting last Wednesday with families and students in the fourth year to vote for the best destination. A vast majority of people voted for Asturias (73,1%), placing second Algarve (16,9%) and third Sicily (10%). Mrs. Ruiz, the head of the department, with the delegates of the two groups of the school, also talked about the importance of raising funds for the trip.
There was also a high expectation regarding the teachers who will go with us to the trip, and we were told that we did not have to worry at all, as “Some candidates have expressed their availability and desire to be part of this adventure”, Mrs. Ruiz said.
At the end of the evening, our delegate Ann Ahmad summarised the activities to be done during the week of the chosen destination and mentioned that depending on the money raised, the journey would be done by plane or by bus.
If you want to help, you can go to the students’ room during the breaks from Monday to Wednesdays or visit our online site www.stratfordss.com/year4trip.
PICTURES:
Mrs. Ruiz, head of the department of extra-curricular activities next to our delegates, Ann Ahmad and Selene Janssens. Photo by Nikos Vasileiou.
CLASS PHOTOGRAPH
Joseph Fernández. Selene Janssens. Victoria Aguilera. Nikos Vasileous. Lola Barroso. George Stevenson. Ann Ahmad. Marius García.
MORE PICTURES
- Picture 1: 4th grade students in the lab.
- Picture 2: Drama class performing Peter Pan in November 2021.
- Picture 3: Erasmus + students arriving at our school in February 2022.
- Picture 4: Sarah, Mia and Ivana after winning a basketball match.
- Picture 5: 4th grade students before the graduation ceremony.
- Picture 6: Pia, Abraham and Tommy preparing their IT project.
MOTTOS, HOBBIES AND ADVICE
Joseph Fernández:
MOTTO: “Study hard, but do not forget to make good friends. Life will be easier like this!”
CLUBS AND HOBBIES: Basketball and anime.
GIVING ADVICE...
IF I WERE THE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL… I would invest more in sports equipment for the library and social clubs.
IF I WERE A FIRST GRADE STUDENT... I would pay more attention to teachers from the beginning. It’s worth the effort!
SELENE JANSSENS
MOTTO: “May the force be with you during the exams, and never give up.”
CLUBS AND HOBBIES: Class delegate, rhetorics.
GIVING ADVICE...
IF I WERE THE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL… I’d rather have no friends than fake a personality. Be true to yourself!
IF I WERE A FIRST GRADE STUDENT... I would trust teachers more often. They are there to help you!
ANN AHMAD
MOTTO: “If you have a dream, go for it, no matter what!”
CLUBS AND HOBBIES: Languages, chess
GIVING ADVICE...
IF I WERE THE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL… I would look for more schools to do Erasmus projects. It’s the best way to learn a second language!
IF I WERE A FIRST GRADE STUDENT... I would try to be more confident and not so embarrassed to speak in class to ask questions and doubts.
NIKOS VASILEOUS
MOTTO: “May the force be with you during the exams, and never give up.”
CLUBS AND HOBBIES: Environment committee
GIVING ADVICE...
IF I WERE THE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL… I’d rather invest in solar panels to save energy than in new laptops.
IF I WERE A FIRST GRADE STUDENT... I would not miss any trips at school. They are unforgettable and you make good friends!
VICTORIA AGUILERA
MOTTO: “Stronger together.”
CLUBS AND HOBBIES: Drama and rugby.
GIVING ADVICE...
IF I WERE THE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL… I would build a swimming pool where we could relax after exams and do sports at the same time.
IF I WERE A FIRST GRADE STUDENT... I would not take the mobile phone to school at all. The science teacher saw me using it and my parents were really mad at me.
MARIUS GARCÍA
MOTTO: “May the force be with you during the exams, and never give up.”
CLUBS AND HOBBIES: School magazine, chess
GIVING ADVICE...
IF I WERE THE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL… I’d rather play piped music than ring a horrible bell.
IF I WERE A FIRST GRADE STUDENT... I think I would not leave everything for the final weeks of the year. It can work sometimes, but at the end you realise you are always behind.
GEORGE STEVENSON
MOTTO: “Everybody has a friend who complains a lot. And if you don’t, that friend is you.”
CLUBS AND HOBBIES: Politics, gastronomy club.
GIVING ADVICE...
IF I WERE THE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL… I would install an air conditioner in each classroom. The school is boiling hot during the summer and freezing cold during the winter.
IF I WERE A FIRST GRADE STUDENT... I would not be quiet. I’d rather solve my doubts and express my complaints than get anything at all.
LOLA BARROSO
MOTTO: “Step aside while we change the world.”
CLUBS AND HOBBIES: Help the poor NGO.
GIVING ADVICE...
IF I WERE THE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL… I would ask different associations to come to class so that students can learn more about the necessities of the world around us.
IF I WERE A FIRST GRADE STUDENT... I think I would not go to the library so often during the breaks. That’s the best time to make good friends.
RANKINGS
Who’s most likely to be president of the UN?
- Ann Ahmad: 132 students voted for her.
- Nikos Vasileous: 80 students voted for him.
- Other students: 17 votes.
- Who’s most likely to have more followers on social media?
- Marius García: 119 students voted for him.
- Lola Barroso: 60 students voted for her.
- Other students: 50 votes.
AWARDS
- The award to the best teacher goes to...Mr. Zurita.
- The award to the most creative student goes to...George Stevenson.
- The award to the student who gets the best results goes to…Victoria Aguilera.
- The award to the one who makes up the best excuses goes to...Selene Janssens.
SPEAKS
Dear students,
I just wanted to write some lines to say thank you to all the students in the 4th grade, who have made this yearbook possible for the first time in our school history. It’s an amazing job!
Your generation reflects the pillars of our school: faith in hard work, team-based projects, self-discipline and entrepreneurship. We strongly believe that education is the seed for a successful and forward-thinking society.
That is exactly what you have accomplished after these years. However, now it is time to fly alone, and each of you will find your own way to the future to become fully autonomous adults. No doubt that if you are committed to it, you will have a bright future ahead.
Best wishes,
Ms. García
Principal
NIKO’S AUTOGRAPH PAGE:
Nikos, I am grateful to you for being there the whole time with me! I will miss you so much!
George Stevenson.
Four years next to you in class! Can’t forget our jokes and hard work at the environment committee! Love you.
Janssens S.
My Nikos! You are an amazing person. Thanks for being involved in the NGO this year. Hope you have a bright future!
Claire R.A.
I’ll never forget your support and kindness helping me with maths, Nikos! You are a lifesaver!
Joseph.
Nikos, thanks a million for being there! You rock!
Zoe.
Although our lives take different paths from now on, you will always be part of mine! You have been an exceptional classmate and true friend. I’ll love you forever!
Lola B.
CREDITS
Directed by Ann Ahmad.
Edited by Joseph Fernández and Lola Barroso.
Reporters: Marius García and Victoria Aguilera.
Photographer: Nikos Vasileous.