Events
Language Week
Celebrating the Power and Joy of language
Language Week at Edgefield is a vibrant celebration of the English language,
brought to life through a dynamic range of activities—from captivating
storytelling sessions and spirited debates to creative writing and collaborative
projects.
Designed to spark curiosity and joy, these experiences allow students
to engage meaningfully with real-world issues, work together in teams,
and explore the power of language to inspire, influence, and connect.
More than just a series of events, Language Week cultivates a deep appreciation
for the richness and versatility of English. It equips students with essential
communication skills, broadens their cultural perspectives, and nurtures
a lifelong love for learning through language.
At Edgefield, Language Week is where voices are heard, ideas are shared,
and the love for English comes alive.
Every student listens in wonder, even in character!
Ready for takeoff! A young pilot-in-training shows how storytelling and imagination can take you anywhere during Language Week.
On the mic, in the moment—Wallys unite!
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Dressed to express—students embracing the spirit of storytelling through costumes and character. |
A spellbinding lesson: When wizards take over the classroom!
Students were all ears as a larger-than-life lab mouse brought botany to life with a sprinkle of imagination and a dash of fun!
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A celebration of voices—every story told, every word shared, brings us closer together. |
Read for Books 2026
Our students proudly took part in Read for Books 2026, supporting the
National Library Board's reading-for-charity initiative. Over three silent
reading sessions in the school hall, they spent 15 minutes reading each
session, helping to contribute towards book donations for beneficiaries
while fostering a love for reading and giving back to the community. Together,
they showed that every page turned can make a difference.
[During our silent reading sessions, every 15 minutes of reading helped support Read for Books 2026 while nurturing a lifelong love for reading.]
Our students came together in the hall for a silent reading session as part of Read for Books 2026, showing that every page turned can make a difference
A hall filled with readers, a community filled with kindness.