We close the 2019/20 academic year with a range of contradictory feelings. By working together and ensuring students get a consistent message about these expectations, we can ensure that students reach their potential. We are excited to continue to develop our Innovation curriculum in Term 2 by introducing Robotics club for All children. Year 7 and 8 have also created last day video assemblies. Completing work at home is essential to support the learning that takes place in class and also helps to develop good study habits. As per the guidance, we do encourage students to bring a packed lunch if canteen times are problematic. NEWSLETTER FOR 2ND TERM END OF 2020/2021 ACADEMIC YEAR Dear Parents/Guardians, We thank God Almighty from whom all blessings flow, who alone has made it possible for us to see the end of second term 2020/2021 academic year. Thank you for listening to our messages, reading our emails, and watching our videos, while all around us was contradictory information in the press and on social media. Lost lanyards will cost 3.50 to replace. Many think that young men lack the ability to express their thoughts and feeling in comparison to girls, who are more naturally inclined toward this action. As we come to End of Term, please note the new payment plans below:Children using school transport must clear transportation fees before they start using the school van. Putting in place strategies to support our students becoming independent and resilient learners. We want you to be as involved as you can in making a difference to your childs progress. Letters parents carers 2022 End of Term Letter. Flexible working could help teachers admin overload, GCSEs 2023: Prepare for lower results, Keegan tells teachers, Why teacher retention hinges on culture and respect, thanking parents for their support in general, we all found out that schools would be closing, while entrusting your children to our care, or disappointed with the decisions we took, Every headteacher in the land worried in late August. Following the registration day, all students will attend school from Monday 6th September 2021 following their normal timetable. They just require particular conditions and the environment in which to do so. These will ensure that all students know what they should be doing and how to conduct themselves both in and out of lessons. @media(min-width:0px){#div-gpt-ad-brighthubeducation_com-large-mobile-banner-2-0-asloaded{max-width:300px!important;max-height:250px!important}}if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'brighthubeducation_com-large-mobile-banner-2','ezslot_7',144,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-brighthubeducation_com-large-mobile-banner-2-0');You may also want to provide information about local academic summer camps. This is the nature of international schools as parents return to their home country or to other international postings, and, of course, we are welcoming a large number of new students on our return in January. The teachers were available for the KS2 Parent meeting that was a successful event. After an amazing event, I can safely say Alphas Got. The level of exertion in these initial PE lessons will be limited, but will still be of physical benefit. The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user. Please send your recyclable waste to school with your child. The ID card will allow students to book out resources in the library, allow them to use the photo copiers and pay for school meals. Pat Cronin Foundation - 'Be Wise, End the Coward Punch'. The dates are listed below and there will be more details to follow at the start of the year:-, I would also like to remind you of our College Website. We may earn a commission from links on this page. Gratitude to all members of the Parent Council (please read the PC Chair, Ms. Noorjehans, report below) and the Whatsapp group leads, whose support we could not do without. Thank you to those of you who continued to serve in frontline roles, while entrusting your children to our care. End of Term - 12 noon, Friday 17th December 2021. Consequently, we have not had children taking the virus to their homes and to family members who could have become ill and then need hospital treatment. Once we have a fuller understanding and appropriate guidance regarding safe operation of changing rooms we will introduce these as soon as possible. Whitefriars College is a Child Safe School. @media(min-width:0px){#div-gpt-ad-brighthubeducation_com-leader-4-0-asloaded{max-width:300px!important;max-height:250px!important}}if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'brighthubeducation_com-leader-4','ezslot_18',142,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-brighthubeducation_com-leader-4-0');Your well-written, informative and throughtful letter will help to end the school year on a positive note and leave students and their parents with warm memories of your classroom. During term 2, these children will take part in a competition against other schools in the UAE! Plan their spoken language presentation over the summer. This includes in between lessons and lesson changeover between sites. With continuous training, our staff has had training on how to incorporate technology in teaching to match the digital revolution that Education is going through. Not only have you encouraged your children to come to school, but you have engaged in our varied activities and given generously to others who are in the most need. Welcoming the new teachers with gift baskets: each of the new teachers was gifted a 'Snack Basket' to welcome them into the Alpha Family. There are a range of extra curricular activities and support sessions that run after college. We operate a cashless catering system. To parents, an open letter at the end of a hellish year. We will continue to reinforce our uniform requirements as part of our core expectations of students. To complete the subscription process, please click the link in the email we just sent you. The limited cases we have seen have not led to outbreaks because we have acted swiftly and decisively, in line with our Risk Assessment. In addition, students must complete the ecology project. We are very grateful to God for bringing us to the end of the Genesis Term of the 2011/2012 school year. 2 nd September 2020 - Year 7 & Year 12 Induction Day. We hope you are keeping well and safe. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. The Alpha School celebrated its 3rd annual UAE National Day on 28th November, in recognition of the countries 48th year. This last school year has been an exceptionally challenging one for everybody associated with the school . However, when a crisis comes along- whether it be individual or global - those bonds are truly tested. Website statutory compliance (Raise Education) Dec 2021, Telephone: 020 7790 6712 Fri - 08:00 to 16:00 Also, all students are required to wear their college lanyard and ID card at all times. But you can quit at any point. We expect students to complete homework and to hand it in on the date set by the teacher. We thank the Lord for enabling us effectively execute all our goals this term and wish to appreciate all our dear parents for your support and the confidence reposed in us. No shouting out or talking over the teacher. End Of Term Parental Letter Updated: 31/03/2023 250 KB. Miss Laidler (a very experienced Early Years teacher) will take over Miss Coxon-Smiths Reception class, and I am sure parents and children will love her teaching over the coming years. As this academic year draws to a close and planning is well underway for next year, I would like to thank you for all your support and share with you our priorities and expectations for next year. Equally we look forward to their next steps in life and the range of opportunities that lie before them. Very best wishes to you and all the team. However, a pandemic does not reduce our recognition of the hard work that you have undertaken throughout your time with us and the positive impact that you have had on our school. A trusting relationship is key to a successful year, and our staff will be working hard to establish this foundation. Then, on Wednesday, it was the turn of Year 2 and Klasse 1 with their brilliant rendition of favourite Christmas songs, which was a fantastic way to end the term, and thoroughly deserved the huge cheer as they finished with I wish it could be Christmas every day. A day later and it was time for KS1/2. Dear Parent and Carers. Evidence of the work must be brought into the first maths lesson of Year 11. Can I please encourage you to use the MyEd App to track your childs progress. I believe that these qualities were also perfectly embodied by Mark Wade and the way in which he lived his life. School Fees for 2019/2020 have been slightly adjusted as follows: K290, 000.00 from K250, 000.00 per term. Dear Parents and Friends of BSB. Holiday Wishes from our Principal. My memories of these days are of warm sun, the sounds of insects and birds, sitting around relaxing or walking with my brother and sister, and of collecting frogs and dragonflies from the various small dams in the area. And we have this week seen the awesome Year 1 production of Penguin Pete, which played to a nearly full theatre who were thoroughly entertained by the talents of the children as they told us the story of the brave young penguin. We await further information from the Scottish Government and will share this with you when it becomes available, over the summer holidays. In addition, you can add fun and memorable details to turn a standard letter into a special keepsake. We are really excited about the start of next year when we will continue to build on the good work over the past two terms. A requirement list has been posted above please take note that we are encouraging this in order to avoid any sorts of contact between children through sharing to ensure as much protection as possible from the rising COVID-19 cases in the country.70% of school fees must be cleared before the beginning of each term. to spread the word online. College starts at 08.30am. I would ask again that you read these carefully so you are fully aware of what is expected for the next academic year. The details for each year group are below: Years 8 + 11 Years 9 + 10, Friday 3rd September Friday 3rd September, Timing of day: 11.00-1.00 Timing of day: 11.00-13.00, 11.00 Assembly in Sports Hall 11.00 12.30 Induction with tutors, 11.30 1.00 Induction with tutors 12.30 1.00 Assembly in Sports Hall, Year 12 Year 13, Friday 3rd September Friday 3rd September, Timing of day: 9.00am-1.40pm Timing of day: 10.00am 1:00pm, 9.00am 10.00am Assembly 10.00am 11.00am Assembly (followed by 20 minute break), 10.00am 1:40pmInduction 11.20am 1.00pmTutor activities, 1.40pm Dismissal 1pm Dismissal. A reminder again to read carefully the arrangements which can be found HERE prior to September. I did not have the chance to speak with you in a final assembly, but I would have finished by asking you to take what you have gained from Wollaston and apply this to the rest of your lives. This gesture was to say 'Thank You' to our wonderful Alpha Team and to wish them a Happy Holiday. Your new Vice Principals for 3-11 and 11-18 will be working with their teams and your feedback in the coming school year. After the show, our students, families and friends enjoyed viewing our past into present Emirati exhibitions and the traditional UAE snacks and food on offer. In order to ensure current Year 10 students are well prepared for their return into Year 11 in August, we have reviewed mock results and set some work for students to complete. We will continue to develop our House system next year and will be encouraging students to take part in as many events as possible and apply for leadership positions within their house. These are: On behalf of the whole school community, I would like to thank them for their contribution to school life and wish each of them continued happiness and success.I have inserted below guidance from the London Borough of Tower Hamlets guidance on school attendance for September 2021: As we prepare for the new academic year, I would like to remind you of the 2021-22 term dates, which are listed below and include the two-week half term break in the autumn. The standing ovation they received on the last night is not something I will forget in a very very long time. There would be no way of having all year groups access the canteen during a single lunch break. This has been another extremely challenging year and term for us all. The days of posting a newsletter around the neighborhood are over. May I wish all of you a relaxing holiday with family and friends. Because of this community's fundraising and volunteer efforts, we were able to offer an action-packed year filled with many new and . This includes any children who have travelled to red list countries, so families do need to consider whether they can manage any financial obligation caused by the requirement to hotel quarantine, as financial hardship can no longer be accepted as a reason not to be at school. We also welcome the new families that have joined our Oak community you are most welcome. Weekend - Closed, Information for Prospective Year 7 Parents, http://www.clcc.college/parents/parent-handbook/. As I am sure you will understand, day after day, weekend after weekend, my work is now mostly related to the pandemic. Good luck! Moving towards the end of term is always a good time to reflect on how things have been, but this is probably even more the case in our current pandemic context. 5. Keep an eye out for your children bringing home letters during the first week back. The Parent Council undertook four activities during this term: We had a wonderful educational talk from Care Direct company about Nutritious snacks that make children shine'. Westfield Primary Community School Askham Lane York YO24 3HP . I would like to thank you for your support, patience and acceptance of all of the changes that have been implemented to ensure the young people have continued to learn and develop over the year. And to all of you who are flying or driving to other destinations, safe travels please ensure your children buckle up those seat belts. If students continue to learn over the summer and reinforce their knowledge, they will be well equipped to handle the next school year. Despite a wide range of measures created to support safety, staff have managed to plan other activities in school such as Harvest Collection, Children in Need, Adjective Day and Christmas sessions. So thank you for continuing to trust in us through this tumultuous time, particularly when there must have been times of real worry for you, as there have been for all of us. Your newsletter can look radically different from any youve received. In case of any concerns please feel free to contact the accounts office on the number below,We hope you will take these new changes into consideration with immediate effectWe look forward to having you all back to normal school next term, Best wishes, Aleena Karmali+256 750960295 (calling/whatsapp). For those of you who celebrate, Merry Christmas. Students can learn over the summer in many ways. It is important we get the year off to the right start and as such we have a number of sessions for parents to find out more about how you can support your child in all aspects of their college life. NEWSLETTER Dear Parents, Seasons greeting to you. The sun shone a little too fiercely in the latter part of the morning, but the children showed excellent application and enthusiasm from the opening parade around the track through to the completion of all activities. The Early Years Christmas songs, sung outside due to the lovely blue skies we have been experiencing for these recent weeks, were beautiful, and sung with great gusto. With your support we will continue to improve. As we come to End of Term, please note the new payment plans below: Children using school transport must clear transportation fees before they start using the school van. Id like to congratulate. Can I also remind you that the Stationery Shop located on the Countesthorpe site in Repro is open before morning registration during break & lunchtimes and at the end of the College day. The Year Two topic helped the children understand how personal lifestyle choices can impact health and wellbeing. March 2021. We will be running a session for parents on the use of this app should you feel you need some help on how to use it. Homework for Year 5 to Year 9 will be posted online. This year Alphas Sports Day events took place at the Etisilat Stadium. 15 July 2020 END OF TERM NEWSLETTER Dear parents/carers As we come to the end of what has been the most challenging school year in living memory, I would like to offer our collective thanks once again for the support you have given to your children, the staff and the school over recent months. We hope that families, students and staff enjoy a restful summer break and return ready for whatever awaits in September! As always with schools - and any organisation - sometimes we get things wrong. Students are only allowed to use phones at break time and lunchtime if they are outside. Kelloggs Offer Updated: 31/03/2023 118 KB. 3rd September Year 7, Brunel, Hawkings and Turing 6pm, 3rd September Year 7, Lawrence, Spencer and Wilberforce 6:45pm. Teachers are in the classroom for the biggest part of the day delivering lessons with no access or ability to be able to return calls or respond to emails. On 16 April 2016, Pat Cronin, Whitefriars College graduate from the Class of 2014, was killed by a single Coward Punch as he went to assist a mate who was being . Students are not allowed off site to go to the shops or wander the streets. All are worth watching and we have a talented team of students and staff! We use cookies to improve your online experiences. The staff are working tirelessly to provide a consistent education for our children which provides a level of normality but we also know the reality is not yet normal and our school, like others, remains a significant part of the community which has to be managed carefully to keep hundreds of people safe. Just write the very first onehonestly, it can be like five sentences that amount to Im still alive, hope you are too, and it will make someone feel nice. The last two concerts were held on 10th November and 8th December consecutively. Isnt that amazing? It could be: Or! The Alpha School is using Smore newsletters We resumed our blended learning amidst all the uncertainties generated by COVID -19 pandemic, further aggravated by "EndSARS" protest. We are committed to achieving excellence in all that we do. We pray for God's guidance, mercy and protection throughout this year. This information is also available on our website. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you. After depositing the money into the bank remember to always give the cashier the deposit slip to get a receipt. Sadly, at the end of term, it is always a time when we say farewell to a number of our students, some of whom have been with us for many years. Sadness for those who have lost their lives, health and livelihoods to this terrible virus. All year groups will return to College on Tuesday 28thAugust 2018. Can I please remind you that when you contact the College, staff will endeavourto get back to you within 48 hours. This tension, along with the uncertainty of the economy and jobs, is creating a background for families which will be difficult at any time, but which always appears more challenging at Christmas. Our aim at BSB is to do things better every time, and to engage our students and community in this continued growth, but these two weeks have surpassed even my dreams for them. Please check your entries and try again. I have been very impressed indeed, as ever, by the great atmosphere of learning that I see as I visit lessons every day, by the commitment for self-improvement, and the desire to learn more and do better still. Were sorry if you were disappointed by the decisions we took, says Michael Tidd we were trying to provide the safest, most effective education possible, https://www.tes.com/magazine/archived/parents-open-letter-end-hellish-year, New Magazine Experience 18th November 2021, Unlimited access to all Tes magazine content, Ofsted: Less than 4 in 10 schools make changes after inspection, 10 ways artificial intelligence has helped my primary teaching. Students can expect to receive the following in relation to homework:-, Year 7 up to 20 minutes per subject per week or fortnight, Year 8 up to 20 minutes per subject per week or fortnight, Year 9 up to 30 minutes per subject per week or fortnight, Year 10 up to 40 minutes per subject per week, Year 11 up to 40-60 minutes per subject per week. Evaluating what we have achieved as a school community whilst recognising the level of the situation we are in, is essential for knowing how we can develop . The new school year will begin for the new Year 7 on 2nd September with their own induction programme on Thursday 2nd and Friday 3rd September. This requires dedication, determination, hard work and a relentless approach towards achieving the very highest standards. By joining our mailing list, we can keep you up to date with any future newsletters, events and announcements from our family of 82 premium schools. Please find below copies of recent letters to parents for your easy reference: AUTUMN TERM 2022. This is why creating a wrap up letter to parents at the end of the school year is a great idea. However, the children were in good spirits and we completed our, student, teacher and parent races inside the Etisilat Academy with smiles on our faces. The commitment and dedication shown by students in the run up to the exams was great to see and our newly introduced Exam Preparation Programme helped to thoroughly prepare them for the exam period. Upon our return, it was wonderful to see children actually skipping into school with smiles on their faces, which I am still witnessing each morning. We always recognise that, in sending your children to our school, you are putting great trust in us, both to care for and to educate them. A year-end newsletter is a way to check in with old friends and distant acquaintancesits more intentional than a Facebook post but easier than making twenty phone calls. Principal. what we have achieved in these two short weeks. Letter from the Principal: End of Term 2 Dear DCIS Parents and Guardians, I may have said this at the end of Term 1 but it is hard to believe that the term is almost over. Within the classrooms, the Units of Inquiry led to Year One studying 'Patterns and Cycles' and Year Two studying Healthy Living. Dear Parents We have been delighted to have students back in school for the last three weeks of term, even though the pandemic has meant that life is . It doesnt even have to summarize your year. So, at this time of year we normally reflect on the year that has passed and look forward to the New Year. Our school has developed plans that include both resource management and health and safety changes. In looking forward to September, we do so with great positivity and hope, even in such uncertain times. The rain came down, as it so often does in true British sports day style, and threatened to end the event way too early. . It is a source of great pride to lead such a wonderful and supportive school community. It was a successful event with each of the teachers being gifted and appreciated by all. I want to personally thank the students and their families who come to the end of their Stephen Perse journey this year for being a part of our community, and I wish you all the brightest of futures. Your year-end letter should include a brief synopsis of the past year, what parents and students can expect in the coming school year and steps students should take to prepare for the next grade. Summer break is very important in the academic lives of children. Finally, I would like to thank you in anticipation of your support and look forward to a successful year next year. 09 Jul 2021. I think this has been the busiest term any of us can remember, but one in which the spirit of the BSB family continues to grow. We are really proud of our students this year and in particular we are proud of the way they have embraced the changes we have introduced. Provide quotes from your students about their favorite parts of the school year. She has been a real influence for good in her time with us and we will miss her very much. Before you go, please remember that I believe in you and know you are capable of great things. In addition to this we have rounded off the term with fantastic concerts in both music and dance as well as Sports Day. We do have some students and staff who have been with us almost every day through both term time and holidays. As with all measures, we will keep these under review and would consider swaps of canteen access timings if this way of operating is required in the longer term. Wellingborough,NN29 7PH, Tel:01933 663 501 Lessons will end at 3pm. The support from you for what we have attempted to provide your children with has been remarkable. Our children learned to use different skills that are required for different tasks(e.g. Please read our latest letter regarding the end of term arrangements for Thursday 1st April 2021 here: Ark is a charity that is transforming lives through education. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes. Keep an eye out for future robotic after-school clubs starting in January 2020. @media(min-width:0px){#div-gpt-ad-brighthubeducation_com-large-mobile-banner-1-0-asloaded{max-width:580px!important;max-height:400px!important}}if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[580,400],'brighthubeducation_com-large-mobile-banner-1','ezslot_5',143,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-brighthubeducation_com-large-mobile-banner-1-0');Your year-end letter should include a brief synopsis of the past year, what parents and students can expect in the coming school year and steps students should take to prepare for the next grade.
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