One of Kelly College's most significant days of the year began with a Commemoration Service at Tavistock’s Parish Church, remembering College founder Admiral Kelly. The church was full with pupils, parents and staff celebrating the occasion and the service was led by The Reverend Michael Meachin BTh RN.

 

Following that, students, staff, parents and friends made their way back to the school for the annual Prize Giving, where they were treated to a thought provoking and entertaining speech from global business woman, ex Kelly pupil and Founder’s descendent, Tessa Cook.

 

Tessa is the Global Managing Director of E-commerce at Dyson. She spoke of her life experiences and challenges and how she felt her Kelly education enhanced her future experiences and opportunities.

 

By 7.00pm the celebrations were in full swing for an evening attended by some 380 guests at the Friends of Kelly Summer Masked Ball. This fantastic event was blessed by glorious weather and guests enjoyed a champagne reception on the Parade Ground before sitting down to a sumptuous buffet.

The evening continued with a memorable firework display, dancing to live band Gav & the Grim Notes and a great disco by Shot in the Dark, as well as fairground rides of Dodgems and a Carousel.

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