Whitgift Conversations Whitgift School

Summary
In this conversation, Simon Jones interviews Adrian Norris, the assistant head pastoral at Whitgift. They discuss Adrian's role at the school, his experiences over the past 30 years, and the challenges facing young people today. Adrian emphasises the importance of building relationships, promoting good behavior, and prioritizing the well-being and pastoral care of students. They also touch on the evolution of boarding life, the role of sport in school, and the impact of social media and AI on young people. Adrian expresses his commitment to Whitgift and his love for the school community.
Takeaways
Building strong relationships and promoting good behaviour are key to the well-being and success of students.The role of boarding in schools has evolved over the years, with a focus on creating a supportive and inclusive community.Sport plays a significant role in the development and happiness of students, fostering teamwork and personal growth.The challenges facing young people today include social media, AI, and the pressure to have opinions and make quick decisions.It's important to understand and support young people in their use of social media, rather than imposing fears or expectations on them.The happiness of students cannot be compared across generations, as each generation faces unique challenges and experiences.Adrian Norris is committed to Whitgift and the school community, and looks forward to many more years at the school.
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S3 E13 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff and pupils about topics that are relevant to you.
Now today’s episode is a little different because we’re recording this during the school summer vacation time. It’s the Whitgift Summer School and we’re honoured to have three students from around the world with us to explain what it’s all about. We also have member of staff John Chisholm with us too which means I get to speak to him and the three students.
The summer school is an opportunity for boys and girls to come from all over the world and they get to interact with other students, also from other places in the world. Our panel of three, Felix, Julius and Koichi, were chosen to be on this recording because they won a presentation that all the students had to give.
I get to find out from them what this presentation was all about, what it’s like coming from their home countries to the UK for this summer school and I ask what their experience is of this great opportunity.
So let’s not waste any more time. Instead, come with me as we find out about the Whitgift Summer School.
Whitgift School online
Website: www.whitgift.co.uk
Whitgift Global: https://www.whitgift.co.uk/global
Twitter: @WhitgiftSchool1
Facebook: WhitgiftSchool
LinkedIn: whitgift-school 

Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff and pupils about topics that are relevant to you.
Whitgift School online
Website: www.whitgift.co.uk
Whitgift Global: https://www.whitgift.co.uk/global
Twitter: @WhitgiftSchool1
Facebook: WhitgiftSchool
LinkedIn: whitgift-school 

Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff and pupils about topics that are relevant to you.
Whitgift School online
Website: www.whitgift.co.uk
Whitgift Global: https://www.whitgift.co.uk/global
Twitter: @WhitgiftSchool1
Facebook: WhitgiftSchool
LinkedIn: whitgift-school 

Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff and pupils about topics that are relevant to you.
Whitgift School online
Website: www.whitgift.co.uk
Whitgift Global: https://www.whitgift.co.uk/global
Twitter: @WhitgiftSchool1
Facebook: WhitgiftSchool
LinkedIn: whitgift-school 

Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff and pupils about topics that are relevant to you.
Whitgift School online
Website: www.whitgift.co.uk
Whitgift Global: https://www.whitgift.co.uk/global
Twitter: @WhitgiftSchool1
Facebook: WhitgiftSchool
LinkedIn: whitgift-school