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Ackworth Acorns to Oaks: The Roots…Keep Bright The Chain
by Rachel Belk
The Roots: Every community is shaped by the people who came before it. Ackworth School’s roots are deep, stretching back 250 years, and with them come a chain of memories, friendships and shared values passed from one generation to the next.In this series we listen to the voices that form those roots: Old Scholars reflecting on their time at Ackworth, retired staff sharing stories from decades in the classroom, and conversations that bring our archive to life. Through oral histories and threads such as Ackworth in 50 Objects, we explore the people, places and moments that have shaped the Ackworth School of today.These conversations underline that history is not something distant or abstract. It lives in reminiscences and traditions that continue to influence the present. By recording and sharing these stories, we add new links to the chain — keeping bright the connection between past, present and future.
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Abi Brooks: Connecting History and Modern Values in Our Ackworth School House Structure
The focus of this presentation is on the need to invigorate the House system within Ackworth School, recognising that, under the current framework, there is a sense of apathy amongst the student body. Abi Brooks, a current U6 student and School Officer, reflects upon the historical significance of the House system and acknowledges that it has not fostered the sense of belonging and pride that was previously the case and that we aspire to achieve. The proposal she has put forth advocates for a modernization of house names and structures to better resonate with our diverse community and reflect the values we uphold as a Quaker school. By establishing connections to figures who have positively impacted our institution, the aim is to create a more meaningful and engaging experience for all students. Ultimately, Ackworth seeks to cultivate a renewed sense of identity and community that transcends individual houses, fostering unity and pride throughout the entire student body.
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The Roots: Every community is shaped by the people who came before it. Ackworth School’s roots are deep, stretching back 250 years, and with them come a chain of memories, friendships and shared values passed from one generation to the next.In this series we listen to the voices that form those roots: Old Scholars reflecting on their time at Ackworth, retired staff sharing stories from decades in the classroom, and conversations that bring our archive to life. Through oral histories and threads such as Ackworth in 50 Objects, we explore the people, places and moments that have shaped the Ackworth School of today.These conversations underline that history is not something distant or abstract. It lives in reminiscences and traditions that continue to influence the present. By recording and sharing these stories, we add new links to the chain — keeping bright the connection between past, present and future.
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Rachel Belk
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