A MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF YEAR 13
This week saw the first early entry applications sent off to UCAS. These students are applying to Oxford or Cam- bridge and courses in medicine, dentistry and veterinary science. It has been exciting to see students sending off their strong applications and we look forward to the next stage in the process. A reminder to all students and parents to seek out support with UCAS applications and higher education. We have a dedicated careers advisor that can provide guidance to students should they need it. On Tuesday one of our year 13 students, Lola, was invited to the Worshipful Company of World Traders ‘Master’s at Home’ event at the Caledonia Club in London, where she was presented with the Master’s Scholarship 2024 Award. Lola ran an exceptional charity football tournament last academic year, raising over £4,000, with the funding support of the Master’s Scholarship. The Master of the World Traders spoke admirably of Lola’s work. Lola represented herself and the school exceptionally throughout the evening. Well done Lola!! Year 13 students have taken part in an assembly this week for Black History Month. This year’s theme for Black History Month is “Reclaiming Narratives,” and marks a significant shift towards recognising and correcting the narratives of Black history and culture. We also discussed the focus on American history to the detriment of Black British History in our current affairs tutor session. There is also a display of prominent Black figures from each of the A-Level subject disciplines in the sixth form study base. A reminder to parents that the next round of Year 13 mock exams start on the 18th November. Students should be preparing for these and asking their teachers what content they should be revising. If they are concerned in any way they should speak to a member of staff. Finally, this coming Friday is Wear it Red day when students are invited to wear red clothes in support of the charity Show Racism the Red Card. Donations can be made on Parent Pay, as we can’t take cash from students. Thank you in advance for your support.
MS SILLWOOD, HEAD OF YEAR 13
BOOK OF THE MONTH
‘The old man and the sea’- Ernest Hemingway
A beautiful tale of a fisherman’s extremely challenging journey through the gulf stream, with a burning desire to catch what he has never been able to previously. The emotive effects of isolation and the physical toll chasing your dreams can take become more and more prevalent throughout. Hemingway masterfully combines carefully crafted and peaceful imagery of the sea with immense mental torment, as well as taking readers on a journey regarding the emptiness we may feel once our goals have been achieved, and perhaps don’t bring the fulfilment we dreamt of, we always wish for more. ~ Zara
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. - A Finance Officer to start in Decembmer. The role will be for 35 hours per week, 42 weeks per year (term time plus 3 weeks). Closing date: Noon, Wednesday 16 October 2024 Please see the staff vacancies page on the school’s website, TES or e-teach for further information and to apply.
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