A Geography GCSE Conference was arranged by Mr Terry on the 5th February. Dr Gravestock from the University of Gloucester came in to do a decision making exercise on a volcanic eruption. Using Geographical and Geological knowledge he helped the pupils predict when the volcano might erupt using a diary of events. Pupils thought it was interesting to consider when to evacuate the nearby towns.

On a grim November evening, many schools across the Herefordshire region, gathered for the annual Geography Association ‘World Wise’ Quiz. With some enthralling contests in recent years, tonight promised to be a tense affair. In retrospect, this year’s competition did not disappoint concerning entertainment value. Rounds featured the Geography of Sport, Mixed Bag, Alphabet Run, name the Mountain and the Ordinance Survey round. Our knowledgeable HCS team comprised Darcy Murphy, Charlie Scotcher and Xander Drury. A packed Zimmerman Main Hall witnessed some startling individual performances as approaching the final round three strong teams were still in contention to win the coveted trophy. After an absorbing concluding round, St. Mary’s High School prevailed as champions. Despite the HCS team finishing in a proud fourth place, we found this to be a thoroughly enjoyable event. Many thanks must go to Mrs Floyd and Mrs Hodges for organising such a lively evening. (Xander Drury 4C)

Mrs Floyd competes in Target Rifle Shooting for Wales. She shot in the Commonwealth Games in 1998 in Malaysia and in 2002 in Manchester. She is currently training for selection to the 2010 Games in India in 2010. The school recently supported her in her trip to Luxembourg to compete in a European Competition ‘R.I.A.C.’ :

It is the British Championships at the end of February and Mrs Floyd hopes to shoot another qualifying score to strengthen her position in the Welsh team.