Year 11 Studies of Religion 2 Olympiad

In the last lesson of Term 2, Year 11 Studies of Religion 2 participated in the Inaugural SOR2 Olympiad. Student knowledge and understanding was tested in an informal, round-robin style approach. A relaxed, yet competitive environment ensued and a big congratulations goes out to the three students who tied for first place: Leyla Bensan, Daisy Singleton and Chiara Weaver. These students demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of course content and received a trophy for their efforts! Here is what Leyla Bensan had to say about the experience:

“The Olympiad that Mrs Simpson made for us was so fun!! From it we were able to flex our knowledge that we’d gained over the semester, and practice answering questions in a casual environment together. Music was played, and we all chatted and danced as we learnt, and got even closer as a class. Our SOR2 class is much like a family, and we all care for each other and want us all to do well, so it was a wonderful way to finish the term. We all love having Mrs Simpson as our teacher, and find the subject so fascinating, as learning about different religions is so applicable to everyday life, and from each religious tradition is a valuable perspective and way of life that we can all learn from and incorporate into our own lives in some way. For any girls curious about the subject for Year 11, we’d all encourage you to try! For many of us it is, a lifeboat amongst all the subjects- a warm community and environment.”

Lidia Simpson
Religious Education Teacher