Students of Hogwarts, take heed!

It is said by some of our wisest guides that there is a lesson in every event. Surely we have had events to think upon of late, from which salutary lessons may be derived!

As the poet says:

"But I have found our thoughts take wildest flight
Even at the moment when they should array
Themselves in pensive order."

Let us strive to compose our thoughts! And if you cannot manage that, do exert yourselves to hold your tongues.