A MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF YEAR 8
We are well and truly back into the swing of things as the half term break feels like quite the distant memory. After last week, students looked at different ideas of success and the measures we use to assess our own success. This was a follow-up to Mr Goulbourne’s presentation last week which explored how we measure success, using his beloved Reading Football Club as an example. It is some food for thought. How do we measure success? Do we as a society measure the correct things in order to determine success? It was great to hear that 8POR had a session this week about bullying and resolving conflict with one of our counsellors Ms Jaloussis. This has been a program rolled out to all Year 8s, whether it is in form time or through the PDC lessons. The sessions focus on a scenario involving some online conflict. For our young students it is important that they are educated about online safety. In today’s world there is an importance placed on everybody having an ‘online presence’. I encourage all parents/guardians to discuss with their children the challenges that online communication can present. The internet is an incredible resource, however it needs to be navigated appropriately and sensibly. Big congratulations to Daisy J, Tamira R and Flo V who are participating in the local youth election. I know that they have been involved in husting speeches at local primary schools. These students have done an amazing job and continue to work on their presentation and leadership skills. Well done to the brilliant 8SSA for collecting the most epraise points since returning from the break. This was followed by 8EFR and 8FCO.
Can I remind students that they must bring in a silent reading book every Tuesday.
Thank you for all your support and here’s to another busy week at Waldegrave for our 216 Year 8s!
MR SWEENEY, HEAD OF YEAR 8
SPORTS FIXTURES
Date
Fixture
Result
27.02.24
Under 15 Outer Borough Cricket Final
THIRD PLACE
27.02.24
Under 14 Rugby Tournament
WON 2 GAMES, LOST 4
BOOK OF THE MONTH
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson
“ A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder ” is a fast-paced and captivating mystery novel which follows the life of a young girl Pippa who grew up in a small town which has become tainted with a murder. Despite the case being closed, she chooses to study the case as her topic for her final year project and begins to unveil secrets that wish to stay deeply hidden. I loved watching the story unfold and leftover fragments of a murder case left open click together through the compelling and relatable character of Pippa. I would really recommend it for anyone looking for a gripping and challenging read, which explores second guessing the truth and looking deeper than the surface.
~ Recommended by Marina, Year 11 Student
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