Mark Jones
Mark joined the Technology department at Sevenoaks in September 2014 . Prior to teaching , he had a short bout as a professional footballer playing as a striker in the Welsh premiership and representing Wales at youth level . Following a career-ending injury , he turned to the classroom and to Sevenoaks . His innovative ideas in the classroom , particularly around robotics and virtual reality , helped to shape the very popular Technology SSC programme , while outside of lessons he immersed himself in all aspects of school life . He led the 1st XI football team for several years , was an assistant tutor in the IC and taught on trips to places as far-reaching as Boston , Iceland and Greece . Outside of school he is pursuing a Master ’ s in Education and Technology at UCL and was a key goalscorer in Sevenoaks Town FC ’ s successful promotion campaign last year . Mark was a great friend to many , always upbeat and keen to have fun ; he will be sorely missed by staff and students alike but we wish him well at King ’ s College School , Wimbledon . James Harris
Chris Potts
Chris Potts swept upon the scene in September 2016 , and it was quickly apparent that this innately musical man would have a significant and long-lasting impact . An extraordinarily talented pianist and clarinettist , Chris ’ s natural energy and enthusiasm inspired people across all age groups , whether he was conducting Symphony Orchestra , masterminding the music for a production of Sweeney Todd , or galvanising over a hundred Lower School pupils to sing together on stage . He was also keen on encouraging students to experience music outside the school , often organising trips to concerts in London , and running a hugely successful choir tour to Tuscany .
City of London Freemen ’ s School , where he is now Director of Music , must surely be delighted to have such an ambitious , exciting teacher in their midst . This charismatic , loyal colleague and friend is already much missed here at Sevenoaks . Annie Marr-Johnson
Jim Harris
Jim is leaving Sevenoaks after four years of remarkable and varied contribution to both the academic side of school life , as well as the co-curricular programme . Cheerful , kind and always willing to ‘ put a shift in ’, Jim has captivated the imaginations of his students with his extraordinary lessons and entertained both staff and students with his exceptional sense of humour . He also participated in trips to Morocco , Iceland and Washington . Jim coached the 1st V squash team and helped lead both our senior and U16 teams to the national finals last year . These contributions , along with his commitment to his roles as Sixth Form tutor and Assistant Timetabler , mean that he has left an almost unfillable gap in the Sevenoaks community .
Emmanuel College London will consider themselves lucky to have such a kind and committed teacher . The staff there will be grateful for his unfalteringly loyal friendship , as the staff here have been . He will be sorely missed .
James Beck
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