This Easter we bade farewell to Mr Giles, who retired after 42 years at KES. During this time he has been a valued member of the Classics Department, both as a teacher and Head of Department. Those whom he has taught will agree that Mr Giles has been more than a teacher: he has been a truly individual educator. Generations of pupils have fond memories not only of his Classics lessons, which he brought to life with his powerful personality (and with the help of Messrs. Holmes and Potter) but also of his calmness, kindness and respect. Mr Giles has also been the venerable leader of the Cactus Club and Scamp Club. Mr Giles will be missed by staff and pupils alike for his quirky sense of humour and fun. We wish him a long and enjoyable retirement: ave atque vale, optime magistrorum.