A MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF YEAR 8
We have had a very busy week again in Year 8. It has been lovely to see so many students involving themselves in the different opportunities at the school. To begin I must acknowledge the valiant effort of our Year 8 netball team last week. I know that the teachers involved were very proud of their efforts as they narrowly lost 10-11 against SRR. Last Thursday I was able to venture down to the food tech rooms to partake in the tasting of some macaroni and cheese the students had been making. I was very impressed by the students’ diligence with measurements and their saint-like patience. Marwah from 8FAD created an amazing crust and I must mention Bianca, Holly, Anna and Penelope as well for creating a very tasty example of a classic ‘mac and cheese’. I was also able to see students partaking in textiles and other product design classes. Last week the Y11s were able to put on an exhibition for the course work they have been creating; I’m sure many of the Year 8s were inspired and motivated by the amazing work that was displayed in the classes. For the Year 8s it’s great for them to see what they could achieve if they choose to pursue the subjects as an option. On Tuesday Mr Bannister delivered an assembly about International Women’s Day. The presentation revolved around the idea of celebrating achievements by women and recognising the issues that still exist. Students were encouraged to think about how they might embody this year’s theme ‘Inspire Inclusion’. Last Friday students were challenged to think how they might inspire inclusion day-to-day. This week all students took part in Pi Day. It was a fantastic event that involved a number of different tasks and activities. The energy and effort by the students was great, I know a number of the groups were very competitive, as they tried to earn points for their respective houses. Thank you to the wonderful Maths Team for organising such a fun event. Just a final reminder that students should be bringing in a silent reading book every week. The students are aware of this, and thank you to all the vast majority that are remembering to do so.
MR SWEENEY, HEAD OF YEAR 8
SPORTS FIXTURES
Date
Fixture
Result
07.03.24
Year 7 Netball V’s SRR
LOST, 15-2
07.03.24
Year 8 Netball V’s SRR
LOST, 11-10
27.02.24
Year 7 Netball Tournament at LEH
LOST
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
HOW TO CONTACT YEAR 8 HEAD OF YEAR AND TUTORS
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
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