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Maxwell to represent England and Wales in International Public Speaking Competition

There was good news recently for Maxwell Duncan who has just learnt that he has been selected to represent England and Wales in an International Public Speaking competition from 14th to 18th May 2018. The competition, organised and hosted by the English Speaking Union (ESU), will see 50 speakers from 50 countries taking part. Maxwell qualified for this prestigious selection by winning 'Outstanding Personality' at the ESU's national finals earlier this year - surely one of the best-named (and appropriately bestowed) awards in the competition. The week-long event which takes place in London will involve competition heats, public speaking training as well as cultural activities and social events. Mr Land, who coaches the public speaking team at the school, expressed his delight at this 'well-deserved' honour. Congratulations to Maxwell from us all.

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18th June

Pupil journalist Sam B secures national 'Student Voices' award

Our  talented pupil, Sam B, Year 9, has been named one of just five winners nationwide in the prestigious ' The Day's Student Voices Young Journalist Awards 2026. Sam B clinched the honour with a compelling, insightful opinion piece titled, “Life Isn't All Sunshine And Rainbows But It's Not Doom And Gloom Either.” The competition judges praised the passion, positivity and exceptional eloquence of Sam’s writing. As part of the winner's package, the article was officially published on The Day’s global Student Voices platform on 15th June, alongside the national announcement of the competition winners. Sam’s award-winning article takes critical aim at the modern media landscape, arguing that mainstream platforms rely on sensationalism and fear to drive reader engagement. The piece contrasts historical anxieties with today's relentless news cycle, which feeds on global catastrophes. While acknowledging real hardships, Sam warns that constant access to bleak updates is mentally exhausting and traps younger generations in a false sense of hopelessness.  Far from advocating for purposeful ignorance, Sam urges readers to stay informed while remembering how far humanity has progressed. The essay highlights that we are living in a golden age of technology and medical achievement.  Ultimately, the award-winning piece serves as a powerful reminder of humanity's inherent resilience and proven ability to thrive in the face of adversity. As Sam beautifully concludes, "It's important to keep positive, because whatever happens, humans always adapt and never lose hope." The entire St Clement Danes community extends its warmest congratulations to Sam on this incredible achievement