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Autumn 2014

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Issue 20 - Autumn 2014 .
In this issue:
  • Exhibition opens to commemorate FWW
  • £1m raised since launch of AP100 Campaign 
  • Ian Metcalfe (1976) is new Chair of CGE
  • Record number attend Biennial Dinner
  • Festive Drinks

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AP100 pupil films

Osama Abdelkader

View the individual stories of Osama Abdelkader (pictured) and Mansoor Khasan Khel.

Exhibition opens to commemorate FWW

Lieutenant Colonel Nick KeenOn Saturday 8 November, an exhibition will open in the school's memorial chapel to commemorate the outbreak of the First World War and remember the Old Edwardians who lost their lives. Find out more about the 'King Edward's School and the Great War' exhibition.

 

£1m raised since launch of AP100 Campaign

Telephone campaign callers 2014Since the AP100 Campaign launched in June 2014, there has been an overwhelming response from Old Edwardians. An additional £1m has been raised for Assisted Places, bringing the total figure raised to £7.25m. Find out more about the AP100 Campaign and recent fundraising. 

 

Ian Metcalfe announced as new Chair of CGE

Ian MetcalfeIn September 2014, Ian Metcalfe (1976) was announced as the new Chair of Commonwealth Games England. Find out more about Ian Metcalfe's appointment. 

 

 

Record number attend Biennial Dinner

Colonel Oliver Lee OBEIn October 2014, a record number of over 190 Old Edwardians attended the 41st Biennial Dinner. To mark the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War, Colonel Oliver Lee OBE (1991) and Lieutenant Colonel Nick Keen (1977) spoke at the event. Find out more about the evening and read the guest speeches. 

 

Festive Drinks 2014

German MarketStart the festive season with a drink on us at Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market. Catch up with old friends and teachers over a free glass of Glühwein, beer or hot chocolate at this free event on Wednesday, 17 December 2014. Find out more and book online.

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