A MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF YEAR 12
Year 12 students started the week by participating in Remembrance Day. The whole school came together to observe a minute’s silence, remembering those who have given their lives to defend our way of living. The funds raised by buying a poppy went to The Poppy Appeal to help support members of the armed forces overcome issues such as depression, chronic pain and PTSD. On Wednesday, students who have opted to take part in the Waldegrave MBA attended the second day of this excellent opportunity. They were taken off-timetable for the day to continue to develop work related skills and start preparing the setting up and running of their own business. I am sure they all had a brilliant day! Our annual Parent Consultation Meetings also took place on Wednesday, where the parents and carers of Year 12 students had the opportunity to meet with their child’s teachers in order to get some feedback regarding their progress. Finally, yesterday, Dr Holly Robson, an Associate Professor from UCL, talked to all A Level Psychology students about her research. She is a specialist focusing on patients with aphasia, a communication disorder resulting from damage to the brain, and she spoke about the disorder, neurobiology, methods of studying the brain, current interventions for stroke and aphasia patients, as well as medical rehabilitation. Next Tuesday afternoon, all Year 12 A Level Drama students will take part in a workshop that has been organised by the department that will help them with their studies. Finally, also on Tuesday afternoon, all Year 12 Politics and Media Studies students have been invited to attend a talk by Jim Pickard, who is the Deputy Political Editor for the Financial Times.
MR STAVROU, HEAD OF YEAR 12
‘You don’t understand me’ - Dr Tara Porter A relevant, poignant non-fiction book catalysing the understanding of young women’s experiences in adolescence and leading towards adulthood. Dr Tara Porter utilises her 27 years of experience as a therapist and psychologist to pinpoint the ‘why’ to our actions regarding friendships, education, love, body image etc. Using real life scenarios mixed with scientific knowledge, readers can develop more comfort in themselves and have a better perception of others over the 10 topics discussed. This is a must read for not only members of our school navigating teenage life, but also the parents of these students who strive to support their child/ren the best they can. I haven’t stopped mentioning this book since I read it! - Aisha Y, Year 12 BOOK OF THE MONTH
MS O’BRIEN, HEAD OF PERFORMING ARTS & MUSIC WALDEGRAVE RECRUITMENT We are currently recruiting for Exam Invigilators to assist with the conduct and supervision of the School’s public examinations. If you are interested in joining our team, please contact Shelli Fong, Exams Officer, for an application form.
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