This is the first official activity which
inaugurates the new scholastic year. It consists of a Holy Mass Celebration,
usually including a surprise or two, followed by the introduction of new
students and new teachers to the rest of the community. It is the first
opportunity for all students to meet their new Year Tutor and their classmates
after the summer holidays. The first groans accompanying the handing out of the
lesson timetable are heard, as well as the first cheers at the announcements
made.