This weekly bulletin contains the latest news updates across Year 8.
EEKLY W B ULLETIN
24 NOVEMBER 2023
A MESSAGE FROM OUR HEADTEACHER
KEY SCHOOL DATES
This week Waldegrave has been full of song and dance as our Performing Arts production of Annie The Musical took place. It was wonderful to see so many students involved in the shows throughout the week, with the two lead casts alternating to give as many students as possible the chance to take to the stage. It is wonderful to see our students have this opportunity to
HOLIDAYS & NATIONAL DAYS UK Disability History Month - 16 November - 16 December White Ribbon Day - 25 November 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence - 25 November - 10 December Music Concert Fundraiser Event - 7-8:30pm 1 December PTA Christmas Tree and Uniform Sale - 10am-12pm 2 December Year 9 PCM - 4-6.30pm 6 December Winter Festival - 18 December
*PICTURE OF BILLIE*
develop their talents, whether on stage or behind the scenes, as well as forging new friendships. I am sure after the weeks of rehearsals and excitement of the performances all the cast and crew will need to rest this weekend. Today students from the Environment Committee of our Student Parliament Year 7 to Year 12 are presenting at an Eco Conference at Holy Cross School in Kingston. The conference provides a forum for our students to talk about environmental issues that matter to them, as well as educate and empower them on how to take immediate action in creating a positive impact on the environment. As well as taking part in workshops and learning from other student groups, they will hear from climate experts who will be sharing their knowledge and insights on a range of topics including nature and conservation, a diet for the future, climate justice and eco anxiety. The annual PTA Christmas Tree sale is being held next Saturday 2 December, further details can be found here. We are also holding a Pre-loved Uniform Sale at the same time. Please come along and support the school either by donating unwanted uniform items or purchasing uniform and Christmas trees.
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! Send us your achievement stories and photos to share by email to info@waldegravesch.org STAY CONNECTED WITH US: Follow us on twitter @Waldegravesch for general news and @WaldegraveSport for
frequent sports updates We are now on Instagram! @waldegraveschool
~ Ms Tongue, Headteacher
HEALTH AND WELLBEING
November 25 is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, better known as White Ribbon Day. This is the start of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence, ending on 10 December, which is Human Rights Day. Part of this is the White Ribbon Campaign, which encourages men to make a promise never to use, excuse or keep silent about violence against women and girls. Richmond Council have made this film Don’t Pass Her By to encourage residents to take action to support women and girls who feel they are in vulnerable situations. They are also running Bystander Training for Richmond and Wandsworth Residents. The White Ribbon campaign are also hosting this webinar: Men’s Role in tackling male violence against women and girls Tickets, Mon 27 Nov 2023 at 16:00 | Eventbrite
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A MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF YEAR 8
I am very excited to be taking over the new role of Head of Year 8 as Mrs Mortimer is going on maternity leave. I have been lucky enough to work with some of the forms in the past through my teaching of History and English. I am looking forward to seeing the growth and progression of the Year 8s throughout the year! Last Friday was BBC’s Children in Need Day. Students and staff got into the spirit by taking part in our non-uniform fundraiser event to raise money for this very worthy cause. It was such a delight seeing everyone’s enthusiasm towards this event, many students and staff looked ‘spotacular’ as they wore spots in line with this year’s theme. Some forms even went the extra mile by hosting mini cake sales within tutor time! This day was a great way to raise money and it proved a huge success as we can reveal the current amount raised at the time of writing is an incredible £1413! Thank you to everyone who took part in the event and made donations - this wouldn’t have been possible without your support. Our JustGiving donations page will remain open and can be viewed here. This week I was lucky enough to see a number of our Year 8s participating in the Annie showcase. What a brilliant spectacle it was. I saw our students acting, dancing, singing and doing an incredible job. The effort and commitment they put into the show does not go unnoticed. I hope you were able to see the event, I know you would’ve been impressed as I was. In preparation for the Year 8 Bake Off there have been some tastings provided by 8PWA, 8EMU and 8EFR. From what I know about the baking skills of the students at Waldegrave, the competition will be fierce. The Bake Off event will be taking place on Monday 27 November. This will be one of the first chances Year 8 gets to contribute to the yearly House Cup Competition. With last year’s winners being Seacole, I know they will be looking to defend their title. I look forward to announcing the winners in next week’s bulletin! At the moment the leaderboard has 8EMU in the lead with 8EFR and 8SGZ close behind. I am often checking student epraise points and I am glad that so many students in Year 8 are receiving such positive feedback from their subject teachers.
MR SWEENEY, HEAD OF YEAR 8
SPORTS FIXTURES
Fixture
Result
Date
21.11.23
Year 9 Netball Tournament
3RD PLACE
22.11.23
U16 Basketball Tournament
2ND PLACE
BOOK OF THE MONTH
Impossible Creatures - Katherine Rundell
If you enjoy Katherine Rundell’s The Wolf Wilder , then I highly recommend her newest book. A gripping fantasy novel, Rundell takes readers into the magical Archipelago, where mythical creatures exist but are under threat. Two children discover their hidden talents and their bravery is tested as they quest to save the source of the magic, on which all the creatures depend.
~ Recommended by Mrs Nowicki, English teacher
SIXTH FORM CHARITY MUSIC CONCERT Year 13 student Emily M is hosting a Live Music Concert on Friday 1 December for the charity MusicForAll, supporting underprivileged children in pursuing their musical education. There will also be a raffle with the chance to win various prizes, and refreshments will be available during the interval. In addition, we will be hosting a silent auction which sees some fantastic items up for grabs, including a signed electric guitar by Take That as well as a De’Longhi ‘La Specialista Maestro’ machine!
Tickets are available here, we hope to see you there!
WALDEGRAVE CHRISTMAS MENU
MANNEQUIN DONATIONS Do you have contacts in fashion retail? We need two or three shop mannequins (full length with arms and legs) to model A Level Fashion & Textiles coursework. Some retailers throw out less than perfect models but it is hard to make contacts with companies to see if they have any they might be able to donate to us so we would like to ask if anyone may be able to help source some for us! SCHOLASTIC BOOK CLUB Please support our Scholastic Book Club to earn rewards for the school. Click here to browse the latest books and order online. For every £1 you spend on this month’s Book Club, we receive 20p in Scholastic Rewards. Orders need placing by 1 December.
Cucina have put together a lovely Christmas menu for students and staff to enjoy a Christmas Feast. KS4 and KS5 Christmas lunch will take place on 13 December and KS3 will take place on 14 December. Tickets will be available for students to purchase in the canteen from Monday 27 November until Friday 8 December. Tickets cost £3.50 and students will be given a ticket that they should keep and present on the day.
Please contact us with any queries or problems you may have. To get in touch with a member of staff from your child’s year group, you can: Send an email to KS3@waldegravesch.org Or you can contact the school via phone by calling: 02088943244 WALDEGRAVE SCHOOL Fifth Cross Road, Twickenham, Middlesex, TW2 5LH HOW TO CONTACT YEAR 8 HEAD OF YEAR AND TUTORS
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