Countesthorpe staff and students observed a two minutes silence as part of the national remembrance.
Gathered around our garden of remembrance, staff and students stood in silent reflection to the haunting sound of Bagpiper Carl from the Queen Elizabeth’s Regimental Pipers, in honor of the service of those who sacrificed to defend our freedoms and way of life.
Under the direction of Mrs Miller, and with the help of Ms Denston, Mrs Harding and our house leaders, our students have worked tirelessly creating our remembrance garden. A poignant flag above a sea of poppies made by our students, surrounded by displays of family members of staff and students who have served, provided our focal point, and offers a peaceful place of reflection for us to honor those who have served and are currently serving in our armed forces.
A number of students proudly wore their cadet uniforms alongside staff member and veteran serviceman Mr Bee, as a mark of respect towards our current active service personnel, bridging the gap between the past and the present.
Mr Kilsby, who oversaw the two minutes silence said ‘’As ever, I am extremely proud and impressed by the respect and maturity shown by Countesthorpe students during these events.’’
