Dear Old Michaelian's,
Congratulations to everyone! Our Association is now 50 years old. Something of which we should all be proud. This milestone could not have been possible except through the hard work and loyalty of many people over the years. There are too many to mention by name.
This year’s re-union it’s even more important for as many of you as possible to come. We already know that some OMs are travelling from as far away as Australia and America. It would be good if some of those living nearer would join us for the AGM, Saturday dinner and/or the Eucharist on Sunday. We would particularly like to see some of the old day pupils. If you are unable to come for the dinner we would still welcome you to mingle with us afterwards. If you know of someone who is thinking of coming, encourage them. They will be made very welcome. Please remember to sign the attendance book.
At our special request Heacham church will be unlocked for members to visit on Saturday between 11.00 am. and 1.00 pm. Please take advantage of this opportunity. There will be someone there to show you round if you wish. Those who would like to, please make it known you are an Old Michaelian and sign their visitors book. I understand that part of Ingoldisthorpe Rectory is up for sale (by the time this is printed it might have been sold). The owner of the other half, which includes the old staff room, is very keen to hear from Old Michaelian's and has a visitors’ book for us to sign including the dates we attended the school.
At our AGM on Saturday there will be a committee approved new constitution (basically updating the rules of the Association) for those present to consider and vote on. We are also introducing a voting system for the committee. This was felt necessary to encourage new blood with new ideas. There is a nomination form on the back of the booking form. If you are prepared to stand please fill it in, even if you are unable to attend the AGM. We hope that a sufficient number of people will come forward to have an election.
After our Saturday dinner I will be calling on people to give a short (maximum three minutes) humorous speech on any subject of their choice. If you wish to speak, please let me know well in advance so that I can arrange the order. I will be limiting the number of speakers so that we have plenty of time to circulate after the dinner.
On Sunday there will be a presentation just before the service of a specially commissioned kneeler embroidered with the mitre and dates of the school. We are hoping to have a ‘scratch choir’ to sing a simple piece during the service (a short rehearsal just before). Anyone who can sing (not restricted to OMA members) please let me know, particularly if there are any sopranos.
I would like to thank the committee for all their hard work over the last year in organising this year’s reunion. I hope you enjoy it as much as I hope to do!
Lastly, I look forward to seeing you all in October.

Chairman

Michael Catterick