A MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF YEAR 8
It is great to welcome back Year 8 after a well deserved break. I did want to reflect on the last week of the previous half term as it was one of great success. On Tuesday 6 February all Year 8 students were taken to the Rose Theatre to watch the play ‘The Boy at the Back of the Class’. The play follows school aged children as they try to reunite the character ‘Ahmet’ with his family. Told from a child’s perspective the piece has a range of themes such as friendship, family and identity. I was so impressed by the behaviour of our students. They represented the school fantastically. It was a great day and I know a number of the students loved the performance. Not only was it a brilliant play, but it also was a great opportunity to learn a range of drama techniques that I hope the students can apply in their performances in the future. A big thank you to Mrs Clarke and all the staff that attended the trip. Also in that final week, we had our year group assembly presented by Mr Isted where he celebrated LGBTQ+ history month. The assembly explored the impact that historical figures have had on supporting the movement as well as considering why it is important that this event is celebrated. Congratulations to the Year 7 and 8 Football team who played in the RSSP tournament. They played 5 games in their pool with only 1 team progressing through to the final so it was a tough job to qualify. Unfortunately they didn’t qualify for the final but drew against the team that did, Orleans Park. I should also acknowledge our epraise tutor group winners for the previous half term. In first place was 8SGZ followed by 8EMU and in third 8PWA. Well done to all forms for their hard work. I hope students are thinking about what to spend their epraise points on! Well done to Flo P in 8FCO for winning a Silver Medal in the London South and West districts Sea Cadets piping competition! With Spring on the horizon, I know that many of the students are looking forward to the warmer weather. I hope that the break provided students a chance to sort any uniform or stationery issues students have had previously. Let’s have a great half term!
MR SWEENEY, HEAD OF YEAR 8
SPORTS FIXTURES
Date
Fixture
Result
02.02.24
Year 7 Touch Rugby Tournament
FIRST PLACE
05.02.24
Year 9/10 Football Tournament
FIRST PLACE
06.02.24
Year 7/8 Football Tournament
SEVENTH PLACE
BOOK OF THE MONTH
The Girl of Ink and Stars by Kiran Millwood Hargrave
This book delves into the story of Isabella, who lives on an island filled with mythical legends and secrets. When a mysterious disappearance of a girl on the Island happens it leaves everyone with questions. The book follows Isabella on her quest of finding the missing girl on the island and solving the strange mysteries of the unknown. Meanwhile, discovering her past and the vibrant history of her ancestors. I like how fast paced and exciting the book is, while also allowing the reader to feel intrigued.
~ Recommended by Neeka, Year 11 student
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