Seems like a great idea for 2023, "First we surf them we eat" It is the way I ended 2022 and how I intend to tackle 2023. Blessings everyone for the new year https://t.co/V4GIvh8kw1
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Dec 31, 2022
Welcome back... https://t.co/Gf3MZghWk0
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Dec 27, 2022
RT @TheElders: Today marks one year since our founding Chair and dear friend Archbishop Desmond Tutu passed away. A global icon of freedom, he showed the world how love, compassion and forgiveness could alter the course of history. His grace, humour and wisdom is greatly missed. #DesmondTutu https://t.co/GR67mlO564
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Dec 26, 2022
Remembering... https://t.co/rwgT0GwCvk
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Dec 26, 2022
Wishing all our family and friends a very blessed Christmas @ Lossiemouth https://t.co/LVYUmzBFSq
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Dec 25, 2022
RT @philknox: Bittersweet. To those who will look to the empty chair at the table. To those who will miss the embrace at the door. To those for whom there is one less present to wrap. He still feels for our sadness. He still shares in our gladness. Emmanuel. https://t.co/Yti6XSv0Oj
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Dec 24, 2022
Tonight https://t.co/d0FooEOkTP
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Dec 24, 2022
Preparing for the following services this week. please come and join us if you are able. #christmas2022 #christmasservices https://t.co/VFrl2HqjG3
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Dec 19, 2022
Looking forward to this service this evening at Holy Trinity in Elgin. Do join us if you are able. #christmascarols #lessonsandcarols #christmas2022 https://t.co/8GxXMt3Mex
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Dec 18, 2022
RT @malcolmguite: You could have knocked me down with a feather https://t.co/qaVY0oFBPH
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Dec 16, 2022
RT @GstounMusic: What a gig, what an amazing experience of live music! Here is Everyday Heroes by @SKERRYVORE featuring @gordonstoun pipe band #music #pipeband #bagpipes #scotland #livemusic https://t.co/uE7MzlDciG
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Dec 11, 2022
RT @independenthead: #cybersecurity #cloudsecurity #cloudcomputing https://t.co/VBzNKEU1KV
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Dec 10, 2022
Looking forward to presiding and preaching at this event on Monday evevning in London. Please do come and join the festivities, if you are able... #CarolService #GordonstounAssociation https://t.co/7P4PbmZLc6
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Dec 9, 2022
RT @orderofthems: "Every single one of us is called to co-create with God. No one is too unimportant to have a share in the making or the unmaking of the final shining-forth. Everything that we do either draws the Kingdom of love closer, or pushes it farther off." -Madeleine L' Engle https://t.co/O3HQTkqLJg
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Dec 8, 2022
Seems like an appropriate explanation of what we want our students at Gordonstoun to do. #broaderexperiencesbroaderminds https://t.co/XnVu73eVVN
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Dec 7, 2022
RT @R60Gordonstoun: We had input on #Roadsafety with VR Goggles today and an input on young driver safety from WC McIntosh to help DRIVE the message across. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience and input given. @willie4268 @SMoraycat @toshie48 @Big_Hendo13 https://t.co/EhRhK89Hl2
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 30, 2022
RT @GstounMusic: Ross Ainslie & Ali Hutton demo to our lucky music pupils #livemusic https://t.co/CoC9qy3dsf
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 25, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: Own clothes day at school to raise money to support Movember! Brilliant work by staff. Pretty smart - although some shirt tucking in perhaps?! 😳😂 #movember2022 https://t.co/w4ZJhsaZ6f
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 25, 2022
Congratulations Elise, so proud of you! This has been a Grande Passion for her while at @gordonstoun https://t.co/l48aVCUMYj
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 23, 2022
is gutted...
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 19, 2022
RT @SCISschools: Work with us. Gordonstoun Centre Manager - Chief Sailing Instructor #scisjobs We are looking for an inspirational Chief Sailing Instructor, from our sailing base at Hopeman Harbour, Morayshire. Interested? Click link. https://t.co/mPRL1DdjNc https://t.co/otT2knFR5y
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 19, 2022
RT @augustineihm: https://t.co/Zp95QswnG1
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 16, 2022
RT @BarnardosEduCom: 📢𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟰:𝟭𝟱-𝟱:𝟰𝟱📆‼️ 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 - 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐲-𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 📝 Registration for the Spaces for Wellbeing Programme event with @drlucykelly is now available!! https://t.co/IolVBTYNCN https://t.co/RpulvJ1YzI
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 16, 2022
RT @ionacommunity: On our hearts and on our houses, the blessing of God. In our coming and our going, the peace of God. In our life and our believing, the love of God. At our end and new beginning, the arms of God to welcome us and bring us home. Amen. The Michael Chapel, Iona Abbey, this evening. https://t.co/LhW2gTXcgH
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 15, 2022
RT @BarnardosEduCom: Thematic Reflective Space: supporting teenagers who express negative thinking patterns 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟮 𝟰.𝟬𝟬-𝟲.𝟬𝟬𝗽𝗺‼️ https://t.co/DNPQe3rUKq https://t.co/1FsQb4Netz
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 14, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: Thank you to the Healthcare centre for arranging for our oldest 6th formers to give blood today for @givebloodscot in Elgin. #giveblood #savelives
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 13, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: Come and be a House Parent at Gordonstoun! We would love to hear from you. Please pass the word! https://t.co/obA1v6qIuZ… https://t.co/lpAnzk582X
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 12, 2022
RT @GstounMusic: Some photos from an awesome Jazz Day with saxophonist Chris Gumbley. Fantastic improvisation from lots of students. Well done to everyone! https://t.co/bpRx2H4gcp
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 10, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: All go for our A Level designers in Year 12 this morning - with some making after the long process of conceiving of and then designing…. https://t.co/rL3Q3lNfmr
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 9, 2022
Love it, but would also say, "when things are good, bake scones" https://t.co/h6BkdgWjQh
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 9, 2022
Our annual fireworks display at @gordonstoun took place last evening. Thank you to John C for the excellent photograph. A lovely joyous evening for the school community. https://t.co/3lFGq9lp9K
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 7, 2022
RT @PeteGreig: Just in case you haven’t read this yet… well, yes, it’s beautiful. https://t.co/8OBA33aJdd
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 5, 2022
Lovely to read the @BarnardosEduCom first quarterly report which was emailed through yesterday. Find out more about their work here https://t.co/RetrbU4xRJ https://t.co/qKX9EGHA5I
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 4, 2022
Spending this evening writing the sermon and reflection for Sunday, the fist Sunday in the Kingdom Season (All Saints to Advent), focusing on a time for forgiveness, reconciliation and healing. https://t.co/JkUZtGa9w5
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 1, 2022
RT @twitturgies: https://t.co/kmGYEoK8Zu
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Nov 1, 2022
It was a great day to head over to Aberdeen to the @AberdeenSLSC to support those being assessed for their @surflifesaving award. Well do e all involved. https://t.co/kUu0wneN4O
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Oct 29, 2022
Was privileged to be invited to the planting of the Rowan tree from Buckingham Palace in Lossiemouth yesterday. Thank you @MorayCouncil for arranging and for the Lord Lieutenant, Major General Seymour Monro for conducting the ceremony. https://t.co/SvFz5Ulwd1
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Oct 28, 2022
RT @Schoolfoodaward: Winner of The Scottish Education Well-being Award, sponsored by Inspire Catering is Gordonstoun, Moray #SchoolFoodAwards #ScottishSchoolFoodAwards2022 https://t.co/dNgShnhuBW
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Oct 28, 2022
Read all the latest news from @SurfABLEscot https://t.co/FHhna5cliz https://t.co/JMT3uBYtAF
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Oct 26, 2022
Wishing all students (past and present), parents, staff and families of @gordonstoun a very happy Diwali for the next 5 days. https://t.co/qTP1rgIS8m
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Oct 24, 2022
Happy to have supported this first... Thank you @SurfABLEscot for organising and @ScottishSF for sanctioning. https://t.co/sV17MBrwO5
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Oct 23, 2022
Come and join the movement and change lives... https://t.co/JvCkQdoSx6
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Oct 20, 2022
A gentle day at the beach, taking it easy over the half-term break with @TraceyLomas1 and Suzie. https://t.co/gdf98aUKFb
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Oct 18, 2022
Hard to believe another year has passed as I was assessed for my reaward this morning. Thank you @clairelevett, @AberdeenSLSC and @surflifesaving https://t.co/nf4XqLaG4H
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Oct 15, 2022
RT @TheDOLectures: https://t.co/DPkLnj6yGE
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Oct 14, 2022
The @gordonstoun principal, @TheLisaKerr welcoming parents to our Character Education workshop this morning. #worldleaders #charactereducation https://t.co/py5mQee8jn
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Oct 13, 2022
Are you up the @gordonstoun Voyage? https://t.co/puMEeCUBJU
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Oct 12, 2022
View from the board room at @gordonstoun before I conduct some Child Protection training with the board and some case reviews. https://t.co/eolkUf3BSZ
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Oct 10, 2022
That time of the term where I present to the Board of Governors at @gordonstoun. Thank you for the confidence and advice. https://t.co/CPkvvnHAu7
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Oct 9, 2022
RT @247prayer: "Jireh, you are enough... so I am enough..." What is your prayer to God today? https://t.co/k4y2AF15lR
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Oct 5, 2022
RT @augustineihm: Good food for Friday! https://t.co/YKCLUa9oqo
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Oct 1, 2022
RT @TheDOLectures: https://t.co/cpMkb7CO2W
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 30, 2022
RT @TheDOLectures: https://t.co/Z5uk8GmnH9
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 28, 2022
RT @GstounMusic: A short clip of the 3/4 march set outside St Giles Church. #pipeband #scotland #moray #stgiles #elgin #gordonstoun #bagpipes #drums https://t.co/hBC3xRFpHh
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 23, 2022
RT @EducatingBB: Gordonstoun: Preparing students for life - Study International https://t.co/0DZyzTO5cM
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 22, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: The Fire Service were in attendance at a local farm fire yesterday morning - always happy to be there in support, and with the support, of @fire_scot #servicetothecommunity #schoolrescueservice https://t.co/cYpGIhNYFs
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 20, 2022
Attending the @oceanfilmfest in Inverness (@EdenCourt ) this evening. Thank you all. https://t.co/HiIe4fkHsY
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 19, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: With the greatest respect, students across the school - and on #oceanspiritofmoray - are watching today’s State funeral for Her Majesty The Queen https://t.co/33V3RRbbre
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 19, 2022
"Why do I love nature? Because I'm part of it." #YvonChouinard. Patagonia owner gives away company to combat climate change What a statement and vision by #YvonChouinard. https://t.co/ZrkAMVOYzi https://t.co/s25FcypxHZ
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 15, 2022
RT @michaelfrost6: I worry about this too. Bored people change the world. https://t.co/WC9GcKboV9
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 14, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: As the Queen’s funeral cortège makes its way to Edinburgh, Gordonstoun joins in Scotland’s mourning for Her Majesty. 📸 from the 2019 @brhsgathering when our Pipe Band were honoured to play for the Queen &, now, King Charles III & were awarded The Duke of Edinburgh’s Colours. https://t.co/Gt86gww558
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 12, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: On the day of the Proclamation of King Charles III’s accession to the throne, we are proud to be the first senior school to have educated a British Monarch. The entire Gordonstoun community wishes King Charles every success in his reign. https://t.co/9N9bL8d1Rw
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 10, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: Queen Elizabeth II is very fondly remembered as not only our sovereign but also as a parent who regularly visited her sons at Gordonstoun and took a keen interest in their many accomplishments. https://t.co/l3rYz3k8y4
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 10, 2022
RT @OurCofELike: The Archbishop of Canterbury has produced a beautiful simple prayer for children for Collective Worship today. I commend it to you. https://t.co/OXITR30tRD
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 9, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: It is with great sadness that we learned of the death of Queen Elizabeth II. The Gordonstoun community joins together in conveying sincerest condolences to the Royal Family at this very sad time. https://t.co/0hjelrGJ1Q
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 8, 2022
RT @FrPeterAnthony: Definitely! 👍 https://t.co/D650fw6XTy
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 5, 2022
RT @WordLive: My vicar’s wife used to say frequently, ‘You have the leaders you pray for!’ She constantly challenged the church to pray for her husband and other leaders within the church. How often do you pray for your church leaders? https://t.co/PRT8i9wkv8 https://t.co/I1U4Em8GOd
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 3, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: A brilliant opportunity has arisen to join our sailing team - please pass the word https://t.co/WJpWjRr5j6
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 2, 2022
RT @MorayCouncil: 🔒Lossiemouth East Beach bridge🔒 We're aware of padlocks being added to the parapet of the new footbridge in Lossie - risking damaging the wires. We respectfully ask people to refrain from doing this. Please remove padlocks by 9 Sept, after that we'll be removing any left. https://t.co/0SGpURDnTU
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Sep 1, 2022
RT @gstounjunior: The first day of school and it’s business as usual in the woods! #denbuildingisthebest #teamwork #makingnewfriends @gstounjunior https://t.co/lBIPGCijaJ
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Aug 30, 2022
RT @CinnamonNetwork: “Forgiveness says you are given another chance to make a new beginning.” Desmond Tutu https://t.co/uHIGDlJ35C
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Aug 30, 2022
Could not agree more... https://t.co/MqPOOtMPw1
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Aug 29, 2022
Looking forward to welcoming all our students, either back onto @gordonstoun campus or for the first time, as they travel today. We are excited to see you! https://t.co/NLDSwQo7Vl
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Aug 29, 2022
RT @247PrayerScot: "The job I do today Christ does it too May my workplace Be bright with his joy May the Trinity be pleased With each task I do May every email sent Go forth with truth and blessing." Celtic Prayers for Ordinary Life #MondayMotivation #prayer #work https://t.co/FJyib92yof
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Aug 29, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: Here are some of our current Year 11s/about to be 12s, new to school & in year 9. Tomorrow they will’ve climbed a different mountain - the GCSE mountain. Take time to enjoy the view! - we can’t wait to welcome you back into 6th form & good luck with your results! #allwillbewell https://t.co/Xrop3ZZtUE
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Aug 24, 2022
A huge thank you to @WellbeingMoray for presenting a session on Neurodiversity at the @gordonstoun staff INSET today.
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Aug 24, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: We are so happy to be able say that we have come out of the pandemic stronger than ever with A*- A grades nearly doubled compared to pre-Covid times. Huge congratulations to our amazing Year 13s for all their hard work, and to the staff who taught them and supported them. https://t.co/lFKOmdppWD
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Aug 18, 2022
Lovely to join @secsynod youth week. https://t.co/3aVNbc0RNo
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Aug 8, 2022
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— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Aug 2, 2022
Listening to ++Kay from @Perth_Anglican about the Anglican Identify in Australia. https://t.co/PuJUfU5IqF
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Aug 1, 2022
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— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Aug 1, 2022
RT @FrenchProfessor: Saddened to hear of the death of Arthur Malcolm, the first Aboriginal bishop in the Anglican Church of Australia. May flights of angels sing him to his rest. https://t.co/yXMIeyzFBM
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 29, 2022
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— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 29, 2022
RT @SteveChalke: Whether we are black or white, Straight or gay, Trans or cis, Old or young, Left or right, Eastern or western, Rich or poor, We need each other, We belong together. We will agree, We will disagree, But we remain interdependent. We are one race, We are the human race!
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 27, 2022
There is something about wild camping in Scotland. https://t.co/DfVFocHCBa
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 22, 2022
An evening away in the van so that Suzie and I could caught up with Tracey again @ The Outward Bound Trust Loch Eil https://t.co/ZVxpbaJWj1
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 22, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: With enormous thanks to @OgstounDrama & @GstounMusic we’re thrilled tt be shortlisted for the @ISParent school of the year for Performing Arts (Music & Drama). A brilliant acknowledgment of all the hard work that goes on in both departments, together & apart! 🎶 🎭 https://t.co/DUG9hfyPHx
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 19, 2022
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— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 18, 2022
Really worth a listen, as John has some interesting insights and observations - enjoy! https://t.co/6aSOKXooc7
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 17, 2022
RT @TheCarceri: THE CELTS loved thresholds, thin places, boundary places, the spaces between where we move from one time to another, as in dawn to day or dusk to dark; or in moving from secular to sacred; times when the old structures start to fall away & we begin to envision something new. https://t.co/1EX25BRLdf
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 17, 2022
RT @TheCarceri: KEEP IT SIMPLE - Franciscan Philosophy Love everyone... Serve everyone... Remember God. https://t.co/fuYaC5LXTI
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 17, 2022
RT @RNCSF17: This is Ana, who attended @gordonstoun on an RNCSF bursary place. Boarding provided stability and space to immerse herself in every part of the curriculum. Her dream to become a lawyer starts in Sept when she begins a law degree @lse_london Ana's story 👇 https://t.co/HZeJtkpIi3 https://t.co/SRliHrtkGt
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 15, 2022
RT @IJMUK: Thank you Sir @Mo_Farah for sharing your experience and making child trafficking hard to ignore. 10 million children are in slavery today. We stand with survivors like you who are speaking out. We all need to listen, and act, to stop this for good #MoFarah https://t.co/ZISERE4O34
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 12, 2022
Doing some serious research while on University visits. Current location is York having already visited Edinburgh and Leeds. Still on the list after York is Sheffield, Cardiff and Glasgow https://t.co/VQbs1NhxEL
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 12, 2022
RT @TheCarceri: GOD, WHERE ARE YOU? If you can't see God, then you are looking at the wrong things. Every time you see love You see God at work in the world. Every time you give love You experience God's presence and power. Too simple? Of course! https://t.co/81LW6nIkpk
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 10, 2022
RT @SteveChalke: The big priority for the new Secretary of State for Education: A new approach to educational assessment that embraces the broad range of children’s learning styles, skills & talents, rather than more of the one-size-fits-all straitjacket- if it doesn’t fit we fail you - approach.
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 8, 2022
The @GISSgordonstoun starts tomorrow. It is so exciting to have another batch of young people on campus, on the water, on the hills, on the stage, on bikes and kayaks. Have fun everyone at a place where everyone smiles in the same language. https://t.co/SYxOJY10gM
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 7, 2022
RT @SurfGirlMag: RIP local Kiwi legend Nancy Meherne who died this week. Nancy was still riding the waves into the 90’s. A life well lived! Check out her film https://t.co/kkKvRs1djg https://t.co/5twcAZtet2
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 7, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: Very happy to be amongst the @EducateCelebrat 🏅 E&C Award Winners 2021-2022 🏅 for achieving our PRIDE in Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Award!!!👏🤩🌈💜 #educateandcelebrate #prideinedi #equity #diversity #inclusion #inclusiveeducation #prideyouthnetwork #education 🏳️⚧️🌈🙌 https://t.co/u2pewi556d
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 7, 2022
RT @GordonstounD: Great to see the first classroom hub appearing over the hoarding! #Masterplan #classroomvillage #exciting #whatnext? https://t.co/54wlAlbLvr
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 6, 2022
A real privilege to share a homily at the @DauntseysSchool Leavers' service this weekend. Thank you for the invitation and all the very best to the Leavers of 2022. https://t.co/BlOGVWXU8P
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jul 3, 2022
RT @TheDOLectures: https://t.co/V0ReT45HXV
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 24, 2022
RT @teachergoals: Sounds about right. 💯 https://t.co/FWoSpOnBEu
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 22, 2022
RT @TheDOLectures: https://t.co/Sp3JqNLUEx
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 22, 2022
RT @TheDOLectures: https://t.co/ahnP2Z0Z0E
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 20, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: Thank you to all our #outdoored staff for sending in pics from the school’s expeditions. Some glorious conditions for canoeing! #outofclassroomlearning #broaderexperiencesbroaderminds 🛶 https://t.co/vxgefkNXeP
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 17, 2022
RT @teachergoals: Sounds about right. 😂🤣 https://t.co/SkXis2pbHH
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 16, 2022
RT @DowneHouse: Our final session of the conference is an interactive workshop with Ella Simms from Colourful Peach on how Colourful Peach seeks to empower and educate on sex and consent through student leadership and harnessing peer power. #CPD #PSHE #RaisingRespect https://t.co/L3JnKsIet4
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 16, 2022
Good session at @DowneHouse schools' conference #RaisingRespect2022 listening to Chanel from @teachusconsent https://t.co/SydwmI1Xn8
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 16, 2022
Enjoying the @gordonstoun musicians in residence concert this evening. Well done. https://t.co/zMRCxTV2Eg
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 15, 2022
RT @GstounOutdoors: An amazing array of expeditions this week for the Year 10 & Year 7 @gordonstoun students. Here is a short clip from the mountain biking expedition. https://t.co/JJsRH4nkdV
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 15, 2022
RT @teachergoals: So true! 🧡 https://t.co/WFKe4b0QxW
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 15, 2022
RT @BishopStrange: As I promised at General Synod I sent this letter to the Home and Foreign Secretaries today. https://t.co/HO5S0A08PY
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 14, 2022
RT @BishopStrange: It was a pleasure to confirm Elizabeth this afternoon. She had missed the school confirmation service but was determined to make her promises. Lovely service in the Michael Kirk. #primus @gordonstoun https://t.co/vPZyMbbrwl
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 13, 2022
The Head of Senior School at @gordonstoun giving his final address to the school's Colour Bearers in the Michael Kirk. https://t.co/BNM8HzzXir
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 10, 2022
RT @247PrayerScot: "Prayer is the breath of your life which gives you freedom...to find the many signs which point out the way to a new land... It is the unceasing recognition that God is wherever we are, always inviting us to come closer & to celebrate the divine gift of being alive." Henri Nouwen https://t.co/rhJzVFBMOP
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 10, 2022
RT @secsynod: The 2022 meeting of the General Synod begins this morning at 10.30am with a celebration of the Eucharist. The meeting, which takes place at St Paul’s & St George’s, Edinburgh, will be live streamed. Details can be found here: https://t.co/TnUw8TQXSI https://t.co/tr1Hfq7hCA
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 9, 2022
The pressures of keeping boarding houses open by Kait Weston from @MFPastoral #BSAConf2022 #iloveboarding https://t.co/ZITCF6QPQy
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 8, 2022
Listening to Karl Hopwood in regards to online safety at the @BSAboarding #bsaconf2022 #iloveboarding https://t.co/6GBPcYukXo
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 7, 2022
The @BSAboarding Conference is open and @HappinessClubJo is sharing about finding balance in a changing world. https://t.co/yABp5TvDma
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 7, 2022
RT @RogersHistory: Now tell OFSTED and the DFE… https://t.co/7yAxUA1t2b
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 7, 2022
RT @BSAboarding: Good morning! We’ll be posting live from the BSA Boarding Conference starting today at the Hilton, Heathrow T5. A warm welcome to all those who will be joining us over the next two days #iloveboarding #BSAConf2022 @DFEngage https://t.co/eaHhc50Fcc
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 7, 2022
RT @samsparkes999: 💚👑🐻🐾 #PlatinumJubilee https://t.co/jMLxCHUKc8
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 6, 2022
Two cancelled @easyJet flights (Sat and Sun nights) means that the family cannot get home. The reason given was it was outside of the @easyJet's control, so not even an offer of a hotel room, compensation, just a "rebook for same flight again tomorrow". Oh dear!
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 5, 2022
RT @mrmikecowan: This on par if not better than the Olympic James Bond scene. The Queen having tea with Paddington - incredible that at 96 and after 70 years on the throne she still has the power to surprise #platinumpartyatthepalace https://t.co/88NP1ScpXx
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 5, 2022
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— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Jun 5, 2022
The Head of @gstounjunior opening the speeches for parents at the @gordonstoun Open Day. https://t.co/idy27bRyjS
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) May 27, 2022
Is it a matter of perspective or a matter of choice? https://t.co/NzMhUxkZlU
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) May 27, 2022
Lovely to see the members of the @gordonstoun Adventure Race team receive the @r0undsquare trophy in Chapel. A great effort by all involved.Well done. https://t.co/6muK7S4IvQ
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) May 27, 2022
RT @Juliet_Young1: I visited a medium secure unit yesterday and asked the psychologist there if he does therapy. He showed me this framework by @KimSGolding. I thought it was such a good way of showing the different intervention needs that come before therapy that I decided to draw it... https://t.co/McsQu0dM0K
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) May 25, 2022
RT @247PrayerScot: "O Lord, grant me to greet the coming day in peace... In unforseen events let me not forget that all are sent by thee. Teach me to act firmly and wisely, without embittering or embarrassing others… Direct my will, teach me to pray, pray thou thyself in me. Amen." Saint Philaret https://t.co/m05XhQYGpT
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) May 23, 2022
An excellent service opportunity for the @gordonstoun lifeguards today at Hopeman West Beach for the @r0undsquare Adventure Race. Well done all involved. https://t.co/GN6bFryZut
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) May 21, 2022
Lovely to have members of Holy Trinity Elgin and @St_Maggies visiting St Christopher's Chapel and the Michael Kirk at @gordonstoun today. Thank you @GstounChaplain for organising. https://t.co/s3l7s3gmmD
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) May 19, 2022
RT @247PrayerScot: "Sometimes we're not going to be able to fix the problem, but our prayers can move mountains. Our action must be accompanied by passionate and persistent prayer. We must live as though it all depends on us, and pray as though it all depends on God." Andy Freeman, Punk Monk https://t.co/K3K2LUgrAN
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) May 16, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: An OG capture of #oceanspiritofmoray near Skye today. Love it when people send in pictures of the school’s Sail Training Vessel when she’s out and about! #thankyou #sailtrainingvessel #sailtrainingvoyage #schoolsailing #outofclassroomlearning #broaderexperiencesbroaderminds ⛵️ https://t.co/dmb3sG9ugi
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) May 4, 2022
Huge thank you to the staff at @WellingtonUK for host the Rugby Group Deputy Heads Pastoral gathering today. So much richest in the discussions with unity and support. https://t.co/K9Q8a1LvVa
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) May 4, 2022
RT @birbigs: I’ve always respected @Trevornoah so much but this closing speech from the White House correspondents’ dinner is particularly spectacular. https://t.co/k8GmBOAoYB
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) May 2, 2022
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— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Apr 26, 2022
Wishing someone a very happy 17th birthday today https://t.co/9RDNmc8oU4
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Apr 26, 2022
This morning, I spoke in the @gordonstoun Chapel, following the @GstounChaplain announcing the theme of "Crossing the Line". I focused on reminding students to pay a great deal of attention to the details of something, especially when trying to complete a task or achieve goals. https://t.co/Eq4YvNQvES
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Apr 25, 2022
RT @247PrayerScot: 'Holy Spirit, shift my perspective from debate to desire, from loss to longing, from anger to anticipation of Your presence. I pray that the position of my heart would be primarily that of one who longs for Your love to be known in my life.' Yielding Prayer, today's Lectio 365 https://t.co/3W4g1qPD0T
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Apr 21, 2022
Enjoying the @gordonstoun INSET where we have explored Character Education with our virtues and values. Thank you all involved. https://t.co/lTGin8iVMc
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Apr 19, 2022
RT @ISParent: Work has begun at @gordonstoun on the construction of a new low-carbon classroom village. The first ‘classroom hub’ will have UPV roof panels and ground source heating, along with outdoor learning spaces. Read the full story: https://t.co/3K3xxausFX https://t.co/YlvcjhHwES
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Apr 19, 2022
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— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Apr 17, 2022
Wishing all family, friends and other my loved people a very happy and blessed Easter. "He is not here for He is risen" https://t.co/4dQIVViw2q
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Apr 17, 2022
Home safe and a little detour on the way back from the airport to collect the new addition to the family..this is Suzie! https://t.co/q1HSRlFTxa
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Apr 16, 2022
For us all... https://t.co/7sYqeCjlHl
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Apr 15, 2022
It has been lovely to swim at a number of beaches along the South African coast which have been so ably managed by @LifesavingSA. Thank you https://t.co/eYtBMN9wJS
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Apr 10, 2022
Loving playing https://t.co/JQxNWMLief
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Apr 8, 2022
Being very South African this evening https://t.co/jcSWTDAvZG
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Apr 5, 2022
Loved attending St Alban's Anglican Church this morning. Good to be visiting again. https://t.co/FtQ8qgS9Zi
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Apr 3, 2022
RT @TalkEducationUK: Last week, we visited seriously special @gordonstoun, a school that prides itself on its awesome outdoor education offering. Pupils get outside whenever they can – and sometimes even take lessons out to this cool parachute classroom. Keep an eye out for our updated review... https://t.co/7KKWCRfGNl
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Apr 3, 2022
It was a real treat and blessing to attend the Roman Catholic @gordonstoun students' confirmation service at Saint Sylvester's Church in Elgin this morning. https://t.co/bGrRQbOdtp
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 25, 2022
RT @SCISschools: #scisschoolsjobs Teacher of Learning Support, Gordonstoun School, Moray @gordonstoun . Application deadline 19 April 2022. For more information visit https://t.co/eHZd0sfIHm #SfLteacher https://t.co/HIifCWiESm
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 24, 2022
RT @JHGaGordonstoun: We’re thrilled to announce that Emma Henderson MBE BA (Hons) MRAeS will be our Chieftain for the Junior Highland Games at Gordonstoun on April 30. She’s an award winning female airline pilot, the founder of @project_wingman2020 - #comeifyoucan 🙏 https://t.co/RrHpRVq7XN
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 23, 2022
Engaged in a very useful @SCIScpd training around GIRFEC: A spotlight on Chronologies and the Child's Plan. Thank you https://t.co/WGNgbipfVx
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 22, 2022
A huge thank you to the students at @gordonstoun participating in a refugee walk yesterday to raise awareness and funds for the ongoing plight of refugees across the world. Well done all. https://t.co/p85oZ2s3pG
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 21, 2022
A good practice session with members of the Lossie Surf & Rescue club this morning for an upcoming @surflifesaving assessment. https://t.co/PA1W067HZK
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 19, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: An opportunity has arisen to join dynamic staff in this beautiful part of the world at our unique school! For more information please see https://t.co/82MhtjnUCB we would love to hear from you! #passtheword #thankyou 🙏 https://t.co/9AC0K1DPk7
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 18, 2022
RT @toshie48: It was a pleasure to drive the appliance with the crew from Gordonstoun Fire Unit today to assist Blue Watch Elgin. You are a credit to the unit, the school and yourselves. Well done. @gordonstoun @willie4268 @andybuchan_ @SimonTucker_cul @FireScot_Chief https://t.co/yellqL0Sya
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 18, 2022
Happy Pi day everyone. The @Gordonstoun mathematics department are hosting a number events and challenges throughout the course of the day. https://t.co/EMFBlzUGAN
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 14, 2022
for me, 1,3,B https://t.co/9mm2mDUFTi
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 12, 2022
RT @eltalbot: This https://t.co/wIQTUhIqbg
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 12, 2022
RT @SteveChalke: “It is the obligation of every person born in a safer room to open the door when someone in danger knocks.” Dina Nayeri
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 12, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: This week Yr 9 are on a programme of water sports - a perfect illustration of how #outofclassroomlearning helps learning in the classroom - as they learn more about what they are capable of, taking instruction, giving & receiving help & working as a team. Plus it’s great fun! https://t.co/eDmES21g1G
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 11, 2022
The @gordonstoun services and @gstounjunior ready and waiting for the Royal visitor. https://t.co/NaC1bknzoV
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 10, 2022
RT @247PrayerScot: 'If we truly love people, we will desire for them far more than it is within our power to give them, and this will lead us to prayer: Intercession is a way of loving others.' Richard J. Foster #WednesdayWisdom #prayer #mission #justice #lovingothers https://t.co/0HsWdjiIjq
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 9, 2022
This morning in the @gordonstoun chapel, @TheLisaKerr spoke to the school about the real essentials that are needed when trying something. Grit, resilience, determination but not forgetting safety. https://t.co/pLQ53v8JFc
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 7, 2022
RT @GstounOutdoors: The snow holes took us several hours to dig but they were worth it for the cosy nights sleep.😀🥶@gordonstoun https://t.co/knyvhTK7yE
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 7, 2022
Enjoying the @BanffMtnFest tour at @EdenCourt this evening. Thank you. https://t.co/w2zlMvqOxN
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 6, 2022
Love the opportunities offered to the students at @gordonstoun and @gstounjunior https://t.co/N4Een92Maz
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 5, 2022
RT @247PrayerScot: "Jesus, You are the way, the truth and the life. Through this season of Lent, as I reflect on Your holy Passion, may my love be rekindled, that I might live sacrificially and wholly for You." Prayer of Approach, Lectio 365 #prayer #lent #thepassion #lectio365 #247prayer https://t.co/g7pP7YHkHT
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 4, 2022
A lovely piece from an alumni at @gordonstoun about their experience of a Gordonstoun Education. Read it here: https://t.co/sTdmbyecsr https://t.co/YNXSPyjWZs
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 3, 2022
RT @isotyawards: Scottish-based @gordonstoun, previous school of the #DukeofEdinburgh and #PrinceCharles, won the prestigious title of Independent Boarding School of the Year 2021 at our awards last year!🏆 Read the winning entry: https://t.co/8K4ZTui5hI https://t.co/snPVFB6BgG
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 2, 2022
Lovely service in the @gordonstoun chapel at break today for staff and students who wanted to mark the day. #ashwednesday2022 https://t.co/dMLXrQ26Uh
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 2, 2022
RT @gordonstoun: Exciting news! After a 2 year break the Junior Highland Games at Gordonstoun will be back on Sat 30 April. The charities being supported this year are Lock Park Lifeways Centre and Surfable Scotland. There will be so much to see & do! A brilliant day out for the family. More 🔜 https://t.co/978cbKZPC1
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Mar 2, 2022
RT @GstounOutdoors: It’s been a very windy winter season. Our skiing was cancelled this weekend due to the resort being shut due to high winds. However a group of intrepid students still managed to get out and have loads of fun while learning how to become more independent winter mountaineers. https://t.co/psK0Iaxz1k
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Feb 28, 2022
RT @247PrayerScot: 'Jesus, I long to see the new possibilities You could weave through my life and my world. Today I choose to put my trust in You - however small and shaky my faith may feel. Teach me to pray honest and courageous prayers.' Yielding Prayer, Lectio 365 #mondaymotivation #prayer https://t.co/n3zgkDZloy
— Philip Lomas Schonken (@schonken) Feb 28, 2022
