Newsletter 13.3.18
Date: 13th Mar 2018 @ 3:41pm
Newsletter
Parent Governor
Following the closing date for nominations for the position of a Parent Governor we had received one nomination; as a result Mrs Nicola Dormer was duly appointed to the role for a four year term.
I am sure that you will join with me in wishing her well. She will replace Mrs Simpson as Parent Governor with immediate effect.
Y5 Residential Visit to London
Despite the ‘Beast from the East’ the Y5 children ventured on their residential visit to the capital. Although it was cold they had a wonderful time visiting places of interest and watching a West End show. Ironically the weather had a positive effect as there were fewer tourists to negotiate and therefore less traffic. It was lovely to hear positive comments by members of the general public and representatives at the places visited who were quick to identify the enthusiasm of the children:
‘The children were so engaged in the hands on activities, displaying enthusiasm and understanding’ Science Museum Representative
‘The children were so engaged and enthusiastic’ Houses of Parliament representative
‘What well behaved children, you could see that they enjoyed the performance of Matilda.’ Member of the public
Year 3 Residential Visit to Anglesey
This week the Y3 children will venture to Anglesey for their residential visit. As I will be accompanying them Mrs Lowe will be available should you have any concerns during my absence.
During their stay, the Y3’s will visit South Stack Lighthouse and the RSPB reserve; they will also conduct a study of Holyhead town centre and visit the local lifeboat station. In addition they will spend time on the beach looking for different sea creatures and will also visit the Sea Zoo. I am sure that you will join with me in wishing them well for their visit.
Sports
Tag Rugby
Our Y5/6 tag rugby team represented the school in the Northwich finals last week; although they did not win overall, they played really well and were a credit to the school. During the tournament they developed new skills and improved in every game. Well done to all concerned!
Cross Country
Due to a clash of competitions the Y5/6 Cross Country competition which was scheduled for 8th March has now been rescheduled for Thursday 22nd March.
PTA
Many thanks to the PTA for running the ‘Family Film Night on Friday; although not full those involved enjoyed the experience.
The PTA are now working on further events to hold during the remainder of the year. If you are able to help in any way please contact Claire Smallwood (Chair) via the school office. The next meeting of the PTA will be held at 3.30pm on Thursday 15th March in the school meeting room. All parents are welcome.
Year 2 Hartington Meeting
This will take place at 3.15pm on Monday 19th March in the school theatre. All information presented will also be posted on the school website.
World Book Celebration
Many thanks for supporting your children and the school in sourcing costumes to help us to celebrate World Book Day and reading in general. The children looked fantastic and the events planned enabled them to focus on their favourite characters and to develop a love of literature. During the week we also held a book fair in school, this raised an additional £365 which has been spent on additional reading materials for the school.
Sponsored Reading Challenge
By now we hope that your children have collected a number of sponsors and that they are participating in the ‘reading challenge.’ Hopefully each child will reach their goal of reading every day during the month of March. The sponsor money raised will be collected during the first week back following the Easter break. All monies raised will be used to develop our new library. Many thanks for your support with this initiative. If your child has not yet started this then additional sponsor forms are available from the school office. The sponsor period can then be extended over the Easter holidays.
We appreciate your support with this initiative all monies raised will be used to develop our new library.
Should you have any issues you wish to raise, please don’t hesitate to contact me via the school office.
Kind regards
Mark Joule
Head teacher