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To elect a Deputy Chairman in accordance with Standing Order No. 30.

The Town Clerk read a list of names of Governors eligible to be Deputy Chairman in line with Standing Order 30. Nick Bensted-Smith, being the only Governor expressing a willingness to serve, was elected Deputy Chairman for the ensuing year.

It was then RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY: That, at the conclusion of his three year term of office as their Chairman, the Board of Governors of the City of London School for Girls wished to extend to:

SIR MICHAEL SNYDER

their sincere thanks and appreciation for the manner in which he presided over their deliberations and the detailed care and interest he had shown in all aspects of the life of the City of London School for Girls.

With regard to School premises, Sir Michael had overseen the Main Hall Extension, and started an ambitious refurbishment plan, as well as making sure that the possibilities to expand the school received proper consideration by the City Corporation.

During his time as Chairman, he worked tirelessly to secure the best interest of the school during the Service based Review, and he championed its excellence and its contributions to the Education Strategy across the City Corporation. He had overseen the recruitment of the current Head, Bursar and three deputies and led the Governing Body in its contribution to the school’s first five year strategic development plan.

Sir Michael performed his role as Chairman with great enthusiasm and confidence and has demonstrated a profound understanding and dedication to his duties.  His unfailing support of the School at various functions and events was very much appreciated by the Headmistress, staff, parents and pupils alike. Academically, the School has achieved some of its best ever results under his Chairmanship.

Finally, the Governors wished to thank him for his generous hospitality during his years in office and to convey to him their good wishes for his future health and happiness.