Teacher's Duathlon

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On Friday 25th May 2012. A month after winning the Welling School Fun Run (read all about it here http://wellingincambodia.blogspot.co.uk/) and still buzzing off the adrenaline, Mr San completed the Teacher's Duathlon - run 15miles into school and taught 5 outstanding lessons.

He made it in on time and chose the Bonus Ball winner, after completing the first half of his duathlon (the run) in 2hrs12mins. He left his house in West London at 5:45am... Having never run more than 13.1 miles, Mr San was absolutely shatter saying "that was stupid! Why did I do that?!?" as he collapse on some chairs in briefing.

His route from West Kensington to Welling took him a tour of South East London's finest. He ran past the MI5 building onto the Oval before taking the lovely sights of Camberwell and Peckam, reaching New Cross and onto the first of two hills - Blackheath Hill. This had no descent after it so Mr Sabn had very little opportunity to recover. He ahd to navigate a large roundabout after been overtaken by Miss Green (3rd place finisher at the fun run) on her bike before embarking onto Shooters Hill which went on forever! As he entered Welling high street, he ran past fellow Cambodia team member Luke Shelly and saw pupil Alby Hurrell-Cook at the bottom of Upper Wickham Lane. Alby ran with Mr San, taking him to the finish line where he was greeting by a bg cheer! As he entered reception, he recieved a chocolate gold medal from the Learning Zone!

His 5 lessons were varified by Mrs Brady (Marnie Wilson told her the lesson was oustanding), therefore completing his challenge!

All this was in aid of the Cambodia expedition. Please give generously!

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(Note: Mrs Brady tok a sample of 1 class which was judged outstanding by a pupil. Extrapolating, all 5 lessons must have been outstanding within a 95% confidence interval...)

Welling School Fun Run

Friday 27th April 2012 saw the inugral Welling School 5k Fun Run. After weeks of rain and a quick rain shower at 10am on the day, it looked like it was going to be a wet run. Alex McWhinnie who mapped out the route even changed the course last minute and removed the field as it was in no condition to be run on. However, it turned out to be an absolutely glorious afternoon, perfect for a fun run.

Mr San leading the way

The Mayor of Bexley, Cllr Sams, started the race and was present for the announcment of the results, despite planning on leaving before the end. He was very supportive of the event and he appeared to have a good time.

Mr San of the Maths department crossed the line first in 19m11s. He ran an absolutely beautiful race, turning up a gear in the second lap giving him a 50m lead and stretching in field. And from here on he lead till the end - no one could match his pace. Watch his winners interview here (courtesy of Mr Morgan, also of the Maths department).

The competitive run was dominated by the Maths Department with Mr Dix close behind with a sub 20 minute time. Miss Green of MFL came third, beating Head of Maths, Mr Tongue, into forth. James Harrington, one of the Cambodia team, was the first pupil to cross the line in 5th. A special mention to Stephen Garret (10HOL) and his tutor Mr Shadick who forced each other to run! Stephen also managed to raise £60 for Cancer Research - well done Stephen. Some leaked secret footage of the awards ceremony has been found, posted by anonymous source...

Below are some photos of the day, courtesy of Welling pupil Sam Lonsdale and Mr Morgan of the Maths department.

The Top Five, from left to right, Mr Tongue (4th), Mr Dix (2nd) Miss Green (3rd), Mr San (1st) and James Harrington (5th)

Scandal! Miss Beer and Ms Tyler-Maher walking the fun RUN with Miss Pomfrett and Mr Scriviner

Ms Senior walking like an Egyptian

Team MFL

Among the non-competitive runners was Mr Rivo (Rivo-san) of MFL and Japanese club, Ms Latham from the Learning Zone and Miss Beer, who walked with Ms Tyler-Maher. Finally, Luke Robertson and Emily Neil or the Cambodia team "ran" the race three legged. Thanks to everyone who took part - it was a lovely day and an amazing event.

Is this the start of an annual event?