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THE SIMEON SOCIETY

T he Simeon Society was established to It is a vibrant and diverse group whose families and partners are invited to special events at School, from the Carol Service to the Summer Lunch, the Gaudy Concert to plays in the Olivier. enable the school to say thank you to those who pledge to support Teddies in their Will.

John Crosse (Sing’s, 1955-1960)

After leaving Teddies in 1960, I pursued my career as a lawyer in what had been the family firm since 1915, culminating in my appointment as a District Judge in 1993.The confidence

Edward Harris (Apsley, 1954-1959)

that I acquired while being educated at Teddies has stood me in good stead throughout my life and, in a small way, I have endeavoured to repay the School by being the OSE South West representative for the past ten years. Independent schools face a challenging time ahead as evidenced by the recent Chancellor's statement. Joining the Simeon Society is one way in which OSE can play a part in the future of what is an amazing educational establishment. I owe St Edward’s so much for the time I had at the School.The education and experiences I received as well as the friendships I made set me up for the enjoyable life I have had. Richard Rees (Field House, 1967-1972)

BEYOND TEDDIES

I joined the Simeon Society a few years

ago as I wanted to give something back to this great School of ours.

I thoroughly enjoyed the Simeon Society Members’ Summer Lunch in May.The tour of the School brought back many fond memories and it was great to see all the new buildings, which I had not seen before. It was a pleasure to see the School making such impressive progress. Mark Freeman (Apsley, 1968-1971)

A big thank you for my birthday card – it really meant a lot.

During my time at Teddies I was honoured to be appointed Head of House and a School Prefect. I was also in the First XV and the First VIII.The School gave me so much and it has

I love keeping in touch with everyone through the Simeon Society and this year’s Members’ Summer

been an honour to give something back via the Simeon Society. It has also been a good way to keep in touch with some of the many friends I made at St Edward’s.

Lunch at Teddies contributed

greatly to a very significant year for me.

For more photos of the Simeon Society Summer lunch, see page 86.

If you would like more information or wish to become a member of the growing Simeon Society, please email David Smart, Legacy Manager, at smartd @ stedwardsoxford.org

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