Riding Team Represent Hertfordshire at National Championships

On 22^nd April the SCD riding team, made up of Rebecca Woolford, Florence Miller, Holly Palmer Shaw and Mia O’Brien, took part in the National Schools County Championships. They had qualified to represent Hertfordshire and were competing against teams from over 30 other counties, from Durham in the north to Kent in the south, and most counties in between. Although they weren’t placed, the girls rode extremely well round two challenging showjumping courses and their ponies looked very smart with their new SCD embroidered saddle cloths. The next competition is at the end of May, when Florence and Holly have also qualified for the ‘Eventer Challenge Final’. Congratulations to all the girls and thanks to Mrs Fern for accompanying and co-ordinating the team.

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18th June

Pupil journalist Sam B secures national 'Student Voices' award

Our talented pupil, Sam B, Year 9, has been named one of just five winners nationwide in the prestigious ' The Day's Student Voices Young Journalist Awards 2026. Sam B clinched the honour with a compelling, insightful opinion piece titled, “Life Isn't All Sunshine And Rainbows But It's Not Doom And Gloom Either.” The competition judges praised the passion, positivity and exceptional eloquence of Sam’s writing. As part of the winner's package, the article was officially published on The Day’s global Student Voices platform on 15th June, alongside the national announcement of the competition winners. Sam’s award-winning article takes critical aim at the modern media landscape, arguing that mainstream platforms rely on sensationalism and fear to drive reader engagement. The piece contrasts historical anxieties with today's relentless news cycle, which feeds on global catastrophes. While acknowledging real hardships, Sam warns that constant access to bleak updates is mentally exhausting and traps younger generations in a false sense of hopelessness. Far from advocating for purposeful ignorance, Sam urges readers to stay informed while remembering how far humanity has progressed. The essay highlights that we are living in a golden age of technology and medical achievement. Ultimately, the award-winning piece serves as a powerful reminder of humanity's inherent resilience and proven ability to thrive in the face of adversity. As Sam beautifully concludes, "It's important to keep positive, because whatever happens, humans always adapt and never lose hope." The entire St Clement Danes community extends its warmest congratulations to Sam on this incredible achievement

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