Ushering in 2024

In his latest vlog, Dr. Geoff shares intriguing glimpses into recent events and the exciting trajectory of the upcoming semester. Let’s unravel the key takeaways:

Dr. Geoff starts by revisiting the fleeting nature of 2023, extending warm wishes for a joyful holiday season and a happy new year. He shares personal festive moments spent with family in England, immersed in the traditional Christmas festivities and cold weather, fires, and the quintessential turkey.

As the new semester unfolds, Dr. Geoff sheds light on significant changes, particularly for grade 10s, grade 12s, and grade 5s. With exams and pivotal transition points on the horizon, students are poised for the next phase of their educational journey.

Acknowledging the challenges, Dr Geoff emphasizes the importance of a sound educational foundation. He commends the school’s outstanding faculty for their ability to individualize the learning experience for students, fostering growth in various aspects, including physical, creative, and intellectual domains.
The vlog also touches upon our school’s dedication to technological advancements. Dr. Geoff shares the successful completion of installing interactive smart boards in all teaching classrooms, fostering engagement, research, and differentiated instruction. Additionally, the arrival of iPad carts in the primary school promises to elevate the overall classroom experience.

Dr. Geoff passionately delves into our school’s unwavering focus on high-quality teaching as the linchpin consistently making a difference in students’ lives. He emphasizes the ongoing efforts to fortify the excellence of teachers through continuous skill development in assessment, pedagogy, curriculum, and beyond.

As the semester unfolds, Dr. Geoff expresses eager anticipation for a season filled with teacher skill-building, enjoyable moments, and positive outcomes for students. He concludes by extending heartfelt wishes for a happy new year and a prosperous semester, looking forward to connecting with the school community.

Tribes for Good: Community Project

April 1, 2026

Through our partnership with Tribes For Good, Grade 11 student Vipanshi Agarwal designed and led a series of workshops for women with skills in beauty and makeup — combining financial literacy, confidence-building, and awareness of cruelty-free practices. What she found was that the skills were already there. What was missing was someone connecting those skills to the idea of income. This is her reflection on what it means to create impact, and what she learned when she stopped trying to teach and started listening.

Zine, Cosmetics of Capitalism – A passion project

March 31, 2026

Cosmetics of Capitalism began with two things that had always run parallel in Vipanshi’s life: a deep commitment to animal welfare and a growing curiosity about the economic systems that allow cruelty to persist. In this zine, Vipanshi Agarwal investigates the ethical and economic costs of animal testing in the cosmetics industry — an issue she argues is as much a business question as a moral one.