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Speech Day and Graduation 2010
Once again Aloha College marked the end of the academic year by celebrating achievement in its traditional Prize-giving and Graduation Ceremony. A total of 47 pupils from Year 13 (the second year of the International Baccalaureate Programme) received their Graduation Certificate on Friday 25 June at the Palacio de Congresos in Marbella.
Residential Trip El Chorro Year 6
This year all of year 6 went on a residential trip to El Chorro, Camp site, in Malaga. Whilst we were there we went through a series of activities! We did many fun activities like: obstacle courses, orienteering, swimming, zip lining and more.
Visit Agrojardin Year 1
The pupils of Year 1 were thrilled at the variety of plants and animals that they saw during their visit.
Trip to Hacienda Albuqueria, Coin Year 1
Year 1 had a wonderful day at Hacienda Albuqueria whilst enjoying the many activities in beautiful sunshine!
Year 13 Prom
On Saturday 29 May our Year 13 students celebrated the end of their IB exams with a dinner at the Hotel La Quinta Golf. On this unforgettable evening they were accompanied by their class tutors, Elaine McGirl, Jane Arredondo and Graham Morgan-Smith, and members of the senior management team. After the dinner, Head Students Tania Rahmany and Sam Morgan-Smith gave an emotional speech remembering past years at school and wishing everyone the best for the future. It’s been a stony road but in the end we’ve made it! I wish you all the best in your new journey.
“Marbella Crea 2010” Fashion
Year 12 Visual Arts student Marco Bajjali had an opportunity to work alongside award winning Film Director Peter Gold.
Residential Trips Years 5 and 6
Year 5 and Year 6 are currently enjoying their residential trips at the Granja-Escuela at Alozaina and El Chorro Farm, Alora, respectively. All sorts of activities are on offer – rock climbing, kayaking, cycling, hiking, paintball, swimming, tirolina, archery, pony-riding, as well as activities to do with the farm produce and animals. For some Year 5 children, this may be their first experience away from home and it is an ideal way for them to achieve certain independence while still being surrounded by friends and carers.
“Marbella Crea 2010” Art
Aloha College’s contribution to the “Marbella Crea” Art competition this year has been a significant one.In the “Crea Arte” Lauren Ellis won third place for her tattoo sculpture and Clara Kristensen gained a special award for her egg paintings.
Cambridge Examinations
The University of Cambridge ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) examinations are taking place over the next few weeks at Aloha College, the examination centre for the area. The diplomas are internationally recognised by educational institutions and companies as a true reflection of an applicant’s English language skills. Students are currently examined at 4 different levels.
Year 5 Vigil de Quiñones park
Year 5 enjoyed their visit to the Vigil de Quiñones park, where they were able to see lots of different species of trees and plants.
Summer Bookfair
On Monday and Tuesday 31 May and 1 June, the summer Bookfairs took place for the Junior and Senior schools. This is a great opportunity for students to choose the books they like; with summer approaching there will be more time for relaxing reading, especially for those students who will have finished their exams! Proceeds from the Bookfairs go to purchasing additional books for the Libraries – we thank parents for their support.