Award Winners....2013

Congratulations to Laurence, Marcus, Alex and Paul...

The Mertens Award - LAURENCE HAINES

This is an annual award which is presented to the boy who has best exemplified the values of the House. It recognises the values of integrity, commitment, giving ones best whatever ones ability, being loyal to the House, its staff and members, making the most of opportunities and thereby setting an example to others.  The recipient of this Award will have his name written on the Honour Board.

The Mertens Trophy - MARCUS MONSELL

This is an annual award presented to a Lower Sixth Form student who has contributed most to the House and/or has set an example to other students during their time in Mertens.  The recipient’s name is engraved on the trophy, a magnificent piece of ornamental silver which was originally presented to the Revd Mertens in 1879 and subsequently bequeathed by him to the House.

The Silk Cup - ALEX SUMMERFIELD

This is an annual award in the form of a trophy which is made to the boy from Shell to Fifth who has best exemplified the values of the House.

The Jester Cup - PAUL BORTNOWSKI

This is an annual award in the form of a trophy which is made to the boy who has shown the most sense of fun and friendship in the House.