Newsletter EASTER 2011
Issue 4
A message from Ms Farr
Easter 2011
‘Growing together to be the best we can be’
Jordan Miller
Naomi Walker
These images , taken by our Year 11 GCSE photographers, have been chosen for our cards and postcards for next year.
Headteacher Commendations
I write with one week to go before we break for the Easter holiday.
Tanzanian Partnership Science News GCSE Drama Project
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Mark Prince
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Pastor Kasembe and 2 Mr Lihewe Mission Statement
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Commendations
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Elections for Head Boy and Head Girl
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Local Authority Review
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Summer Uniform
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Attendance
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LPPA
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Learning Walk
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This half term began with the return of our students from the annual ski trip to Austria, one of the most popular and successful visits in our College year. Indeed, the term has been characterised by good examination results, trips, visits, individual and team successes. Most notable must be the outstanding achievement of Sophie Tothill, a Year 7 student, who after just ten weeks of study gained a GCSE in mathematics. Sophie is looking forward to taking module 10 in June; Mr Walsh, who is supporting her, fully expects she will gain an A* grade. Our students who took ‘early entry‘ in English also achieved excellent results. Staff are giving unstintingly of their time to prepare years 10 and 11 for examinations. We wish all students every success. Bishop Perowne students swept the board at the Worcester Competitive Arts Festival. We are especially pleased to have won the David Glover Trophy which will be on display in Reception until February 2012. A real highlight of the term has been the visit of Pastor Kasembe and Mr Lihewe from our link school, the Rondo Seminary, in Tanzania. Both schools can learn a great deal from each other in terms of global citizenship. We are both Church Schools and look forward to developing curricular links in Geography and Science. An Act of Collective Worship, attended by Rev. Stephen Agnew, Mrs Deakin and some pupils from St Barnabas Primary School, was held in honour of our thriving partnership. Our students have been very successful in competitive sports, Mathematics Challenges against the King‘s School, dance and drama. I should like to draw your attention to the slight change in term dates in September 2011 to bring us in line with the Local Authority and the outcomes of a Local Authority review of our work. At Easter we say goodbye to Mr Bonnick and wish him well for the future. I thank everyone connected with our College for supporting us this term and helping us to ‗bring about the best‘ for all students. I wish all a happy Easter.
Worship Team
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An Easter Prayer The Lord who conquered darkness with light
Easter at St Barnabas Church
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Updating Student Details
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give peace to us. The Lord who conquered death with life give peace to us. The Lord who conquered loneliness with life give peace to us.
Ski Trip
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May God‘s love enfold us. May His strength uphold us.
Maths Challenge
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May His light shine upon us. May His peace surround us
Plus much more ….
this Easter and Always. Amen
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Pastor Kasembe and Mr Lihewe; Global Link with Tanzania We left Rondo on the 26th March early in the morning with Mr Phares, Mr Laidler and Mr Williams to go to Mtwara Airport by Land Rover 4x4. We caught the flight at Mtwara at 10.34am and we spent a day as Dar-es-Salaam at the Free Pentecostal Church Hostel.
On Sunday at 9.00 (LMT) we flew from Dar-es-Salaam to the United Kingdom and arrived at Heathrow Airport at about 5.15 (GMT. We spent four days at Mr Laidler‘s home. We were so well and warmly welcomed and enjoyed the stay with them especially playing with their children Tom and Samuel. We also enjoyed the meals prepared by Mrs Laidler. They really cared for us, as two days later we had some health problems, but they really cared for us. God will bless them. The first day at Bishop Perowne was fantastic, we were warmly welcomed by the Headteacher, Ms Farr. We were astonished as we saw the school buildings, classes—so fantastic. The boy who was our guide was very good to us and showed us many places, including the sports grounds. Thank you so much to Glyn Reilly-Harrison. Actually we are overwhelmed for the joy we have experienced here. The assembly and Act of Collective Worship was very good and well organised. This is very important trip for us and we have learned so many good things for our friendship and partnership between Rondo Junior Seminary and Bishop Perowne Church of England College. We cannot forget the visit to Worcester Cathedral, Coventry Cathedral, Birmingham Cathedral and Stratford visiting the birth place of William Shakespeare. It was very good. We thank very much Mr Williams‘ family, his mother and father, they took care of us very well. They took us to visit Coventry and to Stratford to see Shakespeare‘s birth place. Thank you so much. God will bless you so much. We will remember them in our prayers. The teaching practices in classrooms was fantastic. The children were so good to us and teachers too. We were very much impressed by the laboratories, they are very good and clean and tidy. We have learned a lot, that we are going to work on when we go back home. Thank you every one at Bishop Perowne Church of England College, particularly Ms Farr, your Headteacher. Revd. Fr. Stewart and Phares Lihewe Rondo Junior Seminary—Tanzania
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College Vision
Our Vision We seek to develop a caring Christian community in which we nurture individuals; encourage learning, creativity and endeavour; inspire all to excel and reach their potential and to help all young learners grow into active and responsible citizens who are able to make a difference in the World. To make our vision a reality we aim to: Develop a faith- centred community based on a love of God, neighbour and self. Create a culture of learning and achievement in which study, enquiry, innovation and aspiration are highly valued. Grow together to be the best that we can be. Establish an orderly, happy, safe and caring environment in which all members of the College community can grow in confidence and self-esteem. Provide access to a wide and varied curriculum that is appropriate to students‘ needs and learning styles. Support physical, social and emotional growth. Develop a sense of responsibility and citizenship, and thereby shape the future. In order to bring about the best we shall: Provide excellent teaching, in rich and varied learning environments. Create positive challenges. Assess students learning and progress and report on this regularly to parents. Strive to develop an enriching programme of visits and extra curricular activity. Respond effectively to students pastoral needs. Develop positive relationships between staff and students. Promote good attendance. Build a strong and robust College/parent partnership. Develop effective links with the Church and wider communities. Meet and support the needs of ethnic and minority groups. Celebrate diversities and differences in our community. Work as a team towards our shared vision.
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Headteacher’s Commendations Certificates and Community Credits are awarded for outstanding work or service to the College and Community. The contributions of our students are highly valued.
Mubeid Holly Lillia Penelope Harry Belinda Elizabeth Ellen Danielle Charles Julia Aaron Jessica Maisie Thomas Jordan Liam Ria Thomas Joeli Brendan Joseph Kieran Aled Emily Bethany Bethany Bethany Romane Josh Alice Jessica James Jack Emily Georgina Martha Martha Chelsea Sophie
Abdul Andrews Armer-Kirk Ashmore Aston Bailey Baldwin Bannister Barratt Beesley Bellingham Bennett Bennett Bennett Bentley Blake Blake Bluck Blundell Boxall Bradley Broad Burns Burton Burton Carter Cheyne Clarke Clarke Clay Collins Collins Davies Dickinson Dinsdale Donowho Dunster Dunster Dyson Eastwood
Lauren Rosie Jordan Jordan Patricia Ike Abbie India Millie Thomas Luke Alexandra Nathan Joseph Hugh Imogen Lucy George Steven Mary Stefan Sophie Danielle Natalie Joshua Elizabeth Chidochemoyo Freya Samantha Lydia Ayesha Charlotte-May Laura Beth Charlotte May Leanne Paige Bethany Joshua Ellen Lauren
Eden Ellis Elson Elson English Fallon Fallon-Wilson Fanelli Fearns Fildes Ford Forsyth Fowler Fowles Francis Fraser-Clarke Freeman Fuller Garnett Garrett Gaskell George Giblen Gilbert Guest Guinivan Gwavava Hall Hampton Hand Hanley Hardie Hardwick Hardy Hargreaves Harrison Haughtey Hawes Hawkins Heeks
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Headteacher’s Commendations William Leigh Peter Piers Laura Aaron William Rebecca Samuel Aaron Brittany Bethany Joseph Kate Josh Callum Chloe Thomas Steven Elliot Leah Jessica Michael Gabrielle Tiffany-Anne Sophie Hannah Eleanor George Emily Nathan-Christopher Molly Lauren Rachel Lucy Ann-Sharon Lia Emil Chloe Emily
Henshall Hewitt Hill Hilton-Turvey Hinton Hobbs Hodges Hooper Hornabrook Hudspith Hughes Hunt Ingles Irish James Jaynes Jaynes Jeynes Jones Kainey Kainey Key King Lane Lane Lannie Leary Lee Leverton Lewis Lewis Lovell MacDonald Maltby Mann Manoharan Mariano Martyr Matthews May
Jade Sophie
Meakin Meakin
Adam Hannah Shaunie Bethanie Amber Jennifer Tabassam Lucy Stephanie Stephanie Alycia Megan Annabel Matthew Harriet Chloe Elizabeth Lauren Lucy Daniel Daniel Rebecca David Emma Claire Joseph
Meek Mehaffey Mellor Minton Morris Nicholls Nisa North Orme Orme Orr Papazoglou Parker Parkinson Pickering Poolton Porteous Powell Preece Price Price Price Prince Prosser Reynolds Robbins
Caitlin Jacob Jasmine Phoebe Ben Abigail Isobel Lauren Glynn Laura George Samuel Michael
Roberts Robinson Robinson Rose Rowberry Rudge Rudge Russell Reilly-Harrison Salt
Sansome Savage Schenk
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Headteacher’s Commendations Michael Jessica Mark Emily William Mark Sophie Amber Emily Jacob Lewis Elliot Summer Andrew Jonathan Emily Summer Mae Sydnee Mae Sydness-Mae Joseph Imogen Katie Kayla Jessica Ella Sophie Abigail Georgina Jamie Kieran Simon Bethany Hallam Lewis Georgia Daniel Ellie Najeedah
Semple Sheridan Shuard Shuttleworth Simmons Smith Smith Sparrey Studholme Styler Styles Sugars Sutton Tansell Tayler Taylor Taylor Taylor Taylor Terry Tingle Tippins Todhunter Tomlins Tomlinson Tothill Underwood Watkins Williams Williams Williams Wise Wood Wood Wood Woodward-Spalding Worthington Yesmin
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Elections for Head Boy/Head Girl 2011—2012 During the past two weeks, elections have been held to select our Head Boy/Head Girl for 2011—2012. The process begins with an assembly led by myself and the outgoing Head Boy/Head Girl team. We explained the Job Description and Person Specification, as follows: Job Description Post Title: Head Boy/ Head Girl
Name of Post Holder:
Post Purpose: To act as a figurehead and role model for all students at Bishop Perowne Church of England College. To represent all members of the community at College and public events. To motivate and bring about the best for all members of the community. To raise aspirations and attainment of others. To lead Student Council. To support Ms Farr in the leadership of the College and liaise between Ms Farr and the student body.
Reporting to: Ms Farr
Liaising with: Ms Farr, all staff and students, Governors, members of the wider community
Specific Responsibilities:
To lead Student Council To initiate change and improvements to benefit all in the College To organise fund raising events on behalf of the College and to ensure transparency in the handling and allocation of all money raised To represent the College on public occasions, as required To speak on public occasions, as required To lead the Year 11 Student Leadership Team To be available for some evenings and weekend events if required.
College Ethos To play a full part in the life of the College community, to support its distinctive mission and ethos and to encourage and ensure students and staff follow this example.
Carry out any other reasonable request made by the Headteacher. Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified.
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Elections for Head Boy/Head Girl 2011—2012 continued ... Person Specification Post: Head Boy/Head Girl Attributes
Essential
Education
A student at Bishop Perowne
Experience
Working alongside people of all ages.
A range of interests both and outside of College
Skills and Abilities
Desirable
inside
A mature person
A reliable person
A trustworthy/honest person
A good communicator
A good listener
Respectful to others ―inclusive‖
A leader who can lead by example
A good team player who can Motivation and Personality
A person with energy and enthusiasm who finds it easy to motivate others/students and staff
A person ready to promote the ethos of Bishop Perowne
A ‗starter, finisher‘ – someone who sees a task through
Circumstances and Health
An excellent attendance and punctuality record
Speaking aloud in class
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Elections for Head Boy/Head Girl 2011—2012 continued ... Applications were welcomed from any student in Year 10. The outgoing Head Boy and Head Girl spent several hours reading the application forms. Next, the applicants presented for one minute to Year 10 on the subject ‗Why I would like to be Head Boy/Head Girl. Their speeches are printed in this newsletter. Members of the year group each placed two votes for a boy and two votes for a girl. Sixteen out of twenty applicants were then selected to progress to the next round in which they presented to full College on a famous speech which had influenced them. The final stage was a formal group interview with the outgoing Head Boy and Head Girl, Julia Tyler our member of staff who supports Student Council, and myself. The decision ways made by the outgoing team. I am pleased to announce next year‘s team, as follows:
Emily
May
Head Girl
Tom
Hutt
Head Boy
Sophie
Duffy
Deputy Head Girl
Danielle
Giblen
Deputy Head Girl
Isobel
Rudge
Deputy Head Girl
Jack
Barwell
Deputy Head Boy
John
Hewitt
Deputy Head Boy
Oliver
Roberts
Deputy Head Boy
Chidochemoyo
Gwavava
Assistant Head Girl
Shakila
Haque
Assistant Head Girl
Hannah
Leary
Assistant Head Girl
Sophie
Meakin
Assistant Head Girl
Aaron
Bennett
Assistant Head Boy
Jacob
Dunster
Assistant Head Boy
Jack
Moore
Assistant Head Boy
Joseph
Terry
Assistant Head Boy
It is remarkable that one tenth of the year group applied for the posts. I applaud the very high standard of speeches and I am confident that next year‘s team will step up and fulfill the role admirably. The current team have been absolutely outstanding. It has been a pleasure to work with them. Ms J Farr—Headteacher
Speeches to Year 11 for Head Boy/Head Girl 2011—2012 Hi, you probably all know that I am Jack Barwell and I am applying for the post of Head Boy next year. As a student of Bishop‘s myself, I feel I can really relate to your ideas and possibly make them a reality; at the end of the day , a main aspect of b eing Head Boy is bringing positive change to the school. I believe it is important to have aspirations in life, because if there is something that you really want to achieve, and then you achieve it, you get a strong sense of reward. I had aspirations when I was younger; for instance, I wanted to be a singer, sportsman, astronomer, snooker player and sometimes I just had no idea.
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Elections for Head Boy/Head Girl 2011—2012 continued ... Jack Barwell continued ….. I want to be Head Boy because I feel I would really enjoy it and be able to bring positive change to the school; apart from this I think I am easy to talk to and approachable. I am also punctual with a good attendance record. My first aim—should I be lucky enough to get in—would be to improve security in the PE changing rooms. After this, I would like to investigate ways to cool down the changing rooms, because after a lesson, they are too hot—I am sure you will agree. To conclude, I think I‘d be an effective Head Boy and if I‘m lucky enough to get in, I‘d be as happy as that (at this point a photo of me smiling widely when I was younger is shown on the screen)! I do genuinely want this, so please vote for me. Thank you Jack Barwell Since arriving at Bishop‘s as a small, slightly nervous Year 7, I have aspired to be Head Girl. I realize over the last four years I haven‘t exactly grown much in height; but I have confidence. So what makes me think I would be good at it? I sense this is how… The first is be listening to what you say and making sure the improvements you want are discussed. I want to be in touch wit h how you all feel, I am approachable, and as talking has never been a problem for me, you will all have a voice in how things are run. I may not be to your taste, but you can‘t judge a book by it‘s cover. I believe we all have something positive to offer and by working together great things can be accomplished. Next, the smell of success, I want to help promote the successes of all of us, however small those achievements may seem. And finally vision. I believe this quote from Ghandi sums it up perfectly; ‗You must be the change you wish to see in the world‘. I want to be your Head Girl and although I can‘t promise to change everything you want to change, or that I won‘t occasionally make mistakes, I CAN promise to always listen, share your ideas, and most importantly, I will always try my very best. Sometimes in life it‘s the smallest things that can make the biggest difference. Sophie Duffy Hello, I am Jacob Dunster. I am not here today to ask for your votes for my own benefit—to gain a better CV or to improve my status in College. I want to be an ambassador for you, communicate your views and improve Bishop Perowne. If I was Head Boy, I would strive to achieve three key things. The first would be to develop a successful mentoring scheme to support struggling Year 7 students. The next aim would be to promote the school better to both the media and prospective students. I want Bishop Perowne to be the secondary school of choice in Worcester. The final aim would be to make sure that the students‘ views are not only heard, but acted upon. For example, in improving the changing rooms in the PE Department. To conclude, I want to be Head Boy to make Bishop Perowne a school that every student can be proud of and where everyone can achieve their full potential. There are my reasons for applying for the role so please consider me when casting your votes. Jacob Dunster Why I want to be Head Girl Determination, punctuality and perseverance are what I have learnt from the past few years. Being a Head Girl is not all about fame but about inspiring, enthusing and speaking for your peers. A writer once said ―Education is they key to success‖. I took this statement to heart because to fight for excellence you need to have good moral, excellent social skills and to be flexible both academic and sports wise. I always aim high especially when battling for success because life is what you make it. I have got strong communication skills, both verbally and written, this is a stepping stone into my future. Bishop Perowne being a Centre of Excellence, I would like to increase people‘s desire to learn by helping them both socially and academically. I would also want to encourage people to have empathy for others because I believe you should do unto others they way you would want them to do unto you. In a nutshell, with the qualities and experience I have, I would be an inspiration to the School. Thank you. Chido Gwavava
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Elections for Head Boy/Head Girl 2011—2012 continued ... True Leadership is a quality many aspire to, and few truly obtain, because in order to become a leader you must first learn to follow. This type of person does not set out to be a leader, but becomes one by their actions and their intent. I am prepared to go to any length to get your questions in regard to school problems answered. I can promise, I will listen to every individual and take your ideas forward. I accept the answer may be no at times, but if it is then I want to ensure that you are all aware of the reason. Mohammed Ali once said, ―what keeps me goings is goals‖, I believe that this is true for myself as well, if you have nothing to aim for, you have no motivation, no dreams and no determination, I would not be standing for this respected role of Head Girl if I did not have these three things. A vote for me is not a single vote, but for a vote for everyone! Thank you Shakila Haque
Hi, I am John. Bishop‘s is a great school and I am proud to be a student here. As I would be prouder to be your Head Boy. I would like to be your Head Boy because:Firstly, I would listen to your ideas and see what it is that you want to get out of the College. Being a voice for you at School Council and other meetings. Secondly, there are things around the school that I would like to change or improve such as Community Activities, looking after your College environment.. Thirdly, I was recently involved in the fund-raising and purchasing of the Year 10 rugby kit that will be worn at the Sixways! I enjoyed this and it has given me the confidence to organize projects in the future. That is why I would like to be your Head Boy. Thank you. John Hewitt
Hi everyone, I am Tom Hutt and I would love to have the opportunity of becoming Head Boy. If I were Headboy, I would want to:1. Improve and increase sporting opportunities for everyone. 2. Involve students in decisions that are being made that could effect them in anyway. 3. Make even more trips available so students can experience new and different challenges and activities. From all of these things, I feel I would benefit hugely from and gain valuable skills. So what would I give you as Head Boy? Well, I would show I have a good head as I am a quick thinker and would make changes to benefit you. Next, I would show good control. I manage and lead people well. Finally, I would tackle problems and issues on your behalf. Thank you. Tom Hutt
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Elections for Head Boy/Head Girl 2011—2012 continued ... For those of you who don‘t know me, I‘m Hannah and I‘d like the opportunity to represent Bishop‘s and to make a difference to our School. I would say that I am cheerful, friendly and I love to have a laugh. Do you feel that you don‘t have enough say in the School? Well if you vote for me then I promise that I will listen to your views and put them forward before the School Council. I want to improve the image of this school. At the moment there is hardly anywhere to sit outside so I would like to see more benches around. The changing rooms are too hot. They should be a nice environment to get changed in. I love singing and would really like to see Bishop‘s enter lots of singing competitions and for there to be more musical opportunities available. So please, vote for me, vote for change. Hannah Leary ―She is enthusiastic and responsible and can be relied upon to do her best at all times.‖ From a young age I have aspired to be Head Girl, as I see it as an ultimate reward, and an opportunity to repay you and the school for many fantastic experiences. I believe that my school report extracts show, that since Year 1, I have been developing qualities to assist me in achieving the role, if I was appointed, I would aim to: Develop the school council board, so you can have a better idea of what is going on, and what you want to suggest. Communicate your opinions to the teachers and school council so that you can achieve your ideal college environment. Be a friendly face, you feel you could approach to ask questions, and you‘d be proud to be represented by. So, don’t vote for me, if you want irresponsible, unreliable and unapproachable. Don‟t vote for me, if you want someone who can‘t work in a team. Don‟t vote for me, if you don‘t want anyone to express your opinions. But if you want the opposite, and much more. Emily May Hello, I‘m Sophie Meakin and I would like to be your Head Girl. 1. I want to make a difference in our School. To let everyone have the chance to get involved and have a say in the decisions made that affect all of us. 2. I care passionately about making life better for all of us. I believe that we should have a pleasant environment to learn in, an environment we can all share and be proud of. 3. I am an understanding, caring person, who is interested in your needs, with a desire to help organize those needs into positive actions. I think I would make an excellent role model and set a good example by being friendly and open-minded. I will achieve this role by being approachable and listening to your ideas and being there for you. Bishop Perowne is like this chain and we are the links in the chain. So join with me and pull together to make a strong chain. Please vote for me. Sophie Meakin Hello, I‘m Eirinn A head of anything should always be reliable. I am sure that I can be relied upon to:Get your views across To be your advocate To represent Bishop Perowne I could also be a role model for younger students as I am:Punctual Well dressed and a well mannered pupil
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Elections for Head Boy/Head Girl 2011—2012 continued ... But this does not make me out of touch with my fellow pupils. If you want your ideas put to the right people then know that I am a friendly and approachable person with a genuine interest in what you have to say. If elected I would work in a team to give opportunities to enjoy activities. The money raised from these events could be Buying more benches Getting air conditioning in the changing rooms and Getting more conveniently placed bins. So, when considering which box to tick, consider this—I am not here to get my views across. I am here to voice yours. Vote for me, your voice for the future and for your School. Eirinn Quinnell
Friends, students, Ms Farr, lend me your ears for one minute. I am Ollie Roberts and I would like to be Head Boy because I want to encourage all of you to aspire to be the best that you can be. I am always positive about what I do and look at everything from a positive perspective. I will listen to each one of you individually and will try to express your ideas and opinions through the student council. You all know that music is my passion and I would like to increase its profile within our community. For example, by different kinds of music groups to play at local Primary Schools and Care Homes. Whatever you are good at—whether its sports, art, languages… anything, and you feel it isn‘t promoted enough in our College—tell me! I will do my best to make is a reality. You all have a voice and don‘t be afraid to use it! A vote for me is a vote for you! So let‘s put Bishop‘s on the map!
Oliver Roberts Hi, I am Isobel and for those of you who don‘t know me, I‘m still Isobel! You may wonder why I would like to be your Head Girl, well: Firstly, I am passionate about school, mad maybe, but I have a big heart like Sully. Also, I would like to make a difference in our last year. I may not be able to save the world like Superman, Batman or even the Incredibles, but I would like to make Year 11 enjoyable for all of us. I have big ears like Dumbo, so that I can listen to all of your ideas. I have a big mouth, like Mike, mainly because I talk a lot but this means I can speak up. I have big feet, like Goofy, so that I can stand up for you. Finally, I enjoy a challenge, like Velma. I am a mish mash of all of these things, but I believe together they make a good Head Girl. Isobel Rudge Hi, I am Joe Terry, I only have one minute but would like to try and fit in 4 reasons why I would like to become Head Boy. The first reason is Involvement and Participation. In my life I have always liked to be involved and participate, with sports, music and generally in school life. I would like to step up and become part of the leadership team. Secondly, there is opportunity, the opportunity to become Head Boy, the opportunity to contribute and make vital decisions for the school and the students. Next is listening to ideas. I like to hear what others have to say and share ideas. I see myself as approachable and easy to talk to and I‘d be happy to give up some of my free time to discuss the school matters. Last is that Everyone matters, I would like to make sure everyone has the chance to display and voice their own views. I would listen to everyone and make sure the students have voice. Thanks for listening. Joseph Terry
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Elections for Head Boy/Head Girl 2011—2012 continued ... Hello, my name is Kiera, for those of you that don‘t know me I am a kind and thoughtful motivated person. You are all sat here wondering why I would like to be Head Girl. I would like to be Head Girl because I want to make a big change and contribute to the school‘s issues. For example, there is sometimes litter on the playgrounds. I would resolve this issue by rewarding people to motivate them to pick up the litter. I am a very reliable and honest person and take everyone‘s opinions into consideration. I would like all students and staff to raise their issues and help to resolve them. I would like to put everyone‘s views forward and help to improve our school. I would also like to arrange more fundraising activities to help to raise money for our school link in Rondo, Tanzania. I would like everybody to be happy with the way we help to improve our School. Vote for me and you will see a big change! Many thanks for listening. Kiera Wood
Speeches to Full College A King with a challenge is a King with ambition. King George VI forced to take the throne after his brother abdicated. Comm only known for his speech impediments, a problem, as Kings are known to do a lot of public speaking. An inspirational quote—the task will be hard, there may be dark days ahead and war can no longer be confirmed to the battlefield but we can only do the right as we see the right and reverently commit our cause to God. How it relates to us as Head Boy / Head Girl. The task will be hard, there may be challenges to face but College can no longer be confined to the Classroom. If you reverently commit your cause to us, anyone of us, we can guarantee change. Aaron Bennett
For those of you that have not yet realized the man and speech we are talking about are in the recent film ‗The King‘s Speech‘. The file is about how King George the sixth conquered his fears to make sure his people felt safe and confidence in him at the beginning of the war. We picked the speech because we believe it is inspiring that he put aside his problems for others. We are the King, we would overcome our fears for you, your benefit and your success. Danielle Giblen
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Local Authority School Review SCHOOL: Bishop Perowne Church of England College DATE: 29th March 2011 The Local Authority were invited by the Headteacher and Governors to review the work of the College. BACKGROUND AND CONTEXT The last LA review was in June 2010. This found that "the quality of teaching and learning had improved demonstrably", "a quality assurance process was firmly in place" and "the active participation of all students was a stark improvement since the last review". The proposed tracking system was very much at a developmental stage, and at that time had not been populated with data. The recommendations were: Build on the improvements in teaching and learning with a continued focus on training. There is clearly a great deal of good and outstanding practice that can be shared through peer observation and coaching. Check consistency in the quality assurance process to see if subject leaders get the same quality of experience in their meetings with their line managers. One way to do this would be for senior leaders to carry out some paired meetings. Review student targets to make sure that they are sufficiently challenging. Ensure that data systems enable senior and middle leaders to track progress against statutory targets; namely 3 levels of progress in maths and in English and 5+A*-C including English and maths. In October 2010 the school underwent an Ofsted subject survey inspection in citizenship. The overall effectiveness was deemed as outstanding. KEY ISSUES CONSIDERED BY THE REVIEW To monitor the progress since the last LA review. ACTIVITIES UNDERTAKEN Lesson observations – these were paired in all instances , and a mix of half and whole lessons. Learning Walks undertaken; these were about 15 minutes each, with a period of time allowed for co-reflection between the two observers. Members of staff responsible for the data tracking system and interventions were interviewed. SLT members were interviewed to discuss the school's system for monitoring the Quality of Teaching and its impact Middle leaders and their SLT line manager were interviewed about quality assurance processes, and also the Headteacher about progress since the last Ofsted Inspection. SUMMARY OF FINDINGS The quality of learning and teaching was good, with 74% of lessons observed judged to have been good or outstanding. The Arts in particular showed outstanding practice with good collaborative working, and students developing as independent learners. Teachers were adopting strategies from recent staff training. There is a shared understanding of what makes good teaching and learning, and teachers are all working together on developing this across the school. There is a strong line management system in place with clear lines of accountability. Middle leaders and classroom teachers received FFT D targets for every student. In September all teaching staff had the opportunity to increase the challenge of these targets where appropriate for the individual learner. The Quality of Teaching and Learning In the best lessons: The climate for learning was good, with students arriving in lessons prepared to work. The behaviour seen throughout the school was good, with students showing high levels of engagement. Teachers' planning was good, with clear progression in learning identified. Learning Objectives and outcomes were clearly linked. The 'mini-plenaries' during lessons were very effective, with students being given time to reflect on their learning.
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Local Authority School Review Teachers were providing opportunities for students to engage in effective peer and self assessment. These were effective. There were good examples seen of students being challenged by teachers. This was either through good questioning, or for example in MFL through the use of 'Challenge Cards'. All of the students' books seen had been marked. Books contained useful comments from teachers that identified what had gone well, and how the student could improve their work. Leadership and Management The school's line management system is now much stronger. The Quality Assurance schedule provides a detailed framework for line management meetings between members of the SLT and Heads of Department. The schedule clearly lays out a calendar of meetings with agenda items identified, and minutes taken. Subject leaders said that they felt that they were being held to account for standards in their areas. The new data and tracker system is beginning to provide valuable information to teachers, subject leaders and SLT. Teachers are populating the system with data via their online markbook, which subject leaders are then able to use to analyse progress of individual students as well as groups of students. From this system the SLT is able to identify areas of strength and weakness and provide various forms of professional development . This involves sharing effective practice and providing additional support to identified members of staff and/or departments based on their individual needs. An intervention programme is in place for Y11 students. The targeted students have received mentoring support from their tutors, parents have been kept informed and there have been 'intervention days' for English, ICT and Science. Recommendations Intervention Develop intervention approaches in Years 7-10 Ensure that the intervention strategies used in Y11 have some degree of targeting at the individual needs of students. Monitor and evaluate the impact of the various strategies currently in use. Consolidate the approaches to Learning and Teaching currently being used to ensure that they have a positive impact on progress.
Summer Uniform Summer uniform is admissible from our return after the Easter break. However, students may continue to wear the blazer and tie if they wish. If the weather is not warm the blazer will be the only acceptable form of outwear. Students may not wear hoodies or sweatshirts. Summer uniform consists of an open necked shirt with Bishop Perowne College badge with the appropriate skirt or trousers and a blazer. Shirts must be tucked in. The week commencing the 3rd May is ‗uniform week‘. Students will be monitored extremely closely to ensure their uniform conforms to the college‘s high standards with immediate sanctions in place for all students wearing inappropriate items or displaying their uniform incorrectly. As from September 2011, only pleated skirts will be admissible for our female students. Straight skirts will no longer be acceptable. Trousers should remain non-stretchy, with a full waistband. Jumpers and tank tops showing the college badge will become a necessary part of Bishop Perowne uniform. Further information will be available next term. School togs will be able to direct you to the styles selected for the next academic year.
Attendance Please ensure that you call the school absence line on each day of your child‘s non-attendance at school. This allows us to authorize absence more efficiently and allows us to identify any incidents of truancy rapidly. Absence line number: 01905 727821 Please ensure that holiday forms are submitted at least 6 weeks in advance of any planned absence. Unless specific criteria are met, we are unable to authorize planned absence in most instances.
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Community News This term saw lots of team spirit within the four communities as well as a united college for Comic Relief Red Nose Day. Students and staff participated in a wide range of fund raising activities to achieve amazing results! This started with non-uniform day wearing red, some wore moustaches or something funny. We had 4 exercise bikes which students competed on to ride the furthest and collect ‗sponsorship‘ money in reception. Tutor groups collected change to cover 4 large red noses and see who could collect the ‗heaviest‘. We raised £1175!!! Activities week followed with tutor groups completing a set of quizzes, a cake sale and representatives taking Part in Basketball shoot outs. A Battle of the Bands competition also took place and points were awarded for the winners and for the amount of students participating. The money raised from the cake sale went towards the individual community chosen charities. Our students always give generously and think of others less fortunate than themselves. The winners were Fearnley and they were rewarded with a disco in the Theatre at the end of the week.
Mrs L Stevens
The Leading Parent Partnership Award The Leading Parent Partnership Award (LPPA) is a national award that provides a coherent framework through which schools and other educational organisations can deliver effective parental engagement from early years to post-16.
I am pleased to announce that we are ready to receive of our final verification visit for the Leading Parent Partnership Award on Tuesday 5th April. If successful we will receive this nationally recognised standard mark to go alongside our existing awards for Artsmark Gold, Investors in People and the Sportsmark. In recent years we have worked particularly hard to engender further links with parents and to communicate effectively. The use of ―Open Tuesday,‖ our surgery style drop in for parents, the widespread use of text messages to keep everyone abreast of key diary dates and the extremely well attended Options‘ Evening for Year 8 students and parents are just three examples of the type of action required to be successful in this award. Our parenting courses and close working relationships with a number of families, particularly via Debbie and Helen, should also be highly persuasive.
Yours in anticipation, Andy Cox Deputy Headteacher, Care, Guidance and Support.
Some further thoughts from the administrators of the award:
The Secondary School Context for the Leading Parent Partnership Award: The prevailing wisdom in some secondary schools is that students don‘t want their parents involved, and that parents can no longer help with learning because they don‘t understand the work. Nothing could be further from the truth! Many secondary schools taking part in the Leading Parent Partnership Award have changed their whole approach to working with parents and carers by, for example: Continued....
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The Leading Parent Partnership Award continued... The induction of parents when their children join the school - really encouraging their involvement from the out set. Developing creative and practical ways to engage parents with their children‘s learning, especially ones that do not involve understanding the detailed ins and outs of the secondary school curriculum! Improving communication between home and school, particularly using the ‗new technologies‘ to support this e.g. texting, email, the school‘s website and the virtual learning environment. Being really aware of the issues facing the school‘s ‗harder to reach‘ parents, and developing strategies to break down barriers and get them involved. Developing effective consultation strategies – listening to and acting upon parents‘ and carers‘ positive sugges tions.
Open Day A warm welcome is extended to pupils, parents and carers from our Local Primary Schools
Friday, 10th June 2011 9.00 am to 12.00 noon Please join us to see our College on a normal working day. Parents/carers of our current students are also welcome to attend.
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Open Tuesday All parents/carers are reminded „Open Tuesday‟ Every Tuesday between 3.00 pm-4.00 pm A chance to meet with a member of the Senior Leadership Team without a prior appointment Parents/carers are seen on a first come/first seen basis. The length of the meeting will depend on the number of people waiting to be seen
Every Child Matters: Stay Safe and Safeguarding ‘Staying
Safe‘ is explained in a number of ways in College: through acts of worship, in lessons across the curriculum and especially in PSCHEE through the content and in drama presentations. It is imperative that every student recognises that it is their responsibility for registering in their tutor base at 8.30am and at 2.50pm(2.30pm on Tuesdays). We would be grateful if you would talk with them about this. Governors give great emphasis to Safeguarding which is a standing item at every Full Board Meeting. A designated Governor checks our single central record on which the enhanced CRB checks of all staff, no matter what their role in College, are registered. He also keeps up-to-date with safeguarding issues. Mr Cox is our designated Child Protection Officer. Teacher Education day on Monday 19th April.
All staff received refresher training on our
If you have any questions regarding Safeguarding, please contact Mr Cox. Our designated Safeguarding Governor is Reverend David Ryan who may be contacted through the College.
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Report of Local Authority Behaviour and Attendance Consultant A ‘Learning Walk‘ at Bishop Perowne Tuesday, 15th March 2011
The purpose of this visit was to spend time in lessons and on the corridors at lesson changeover to ―get a feel‖ for ―climate‖ within the school. Seven lessons were visited representing a range of Years (7—11), a range of subjects and a range of ability groupings. Each ―drop in‖ lasted 10—15 minutes, giving me the opportunity to talk with youngsters and staff as well as get an impression of the learning climate within the room. In three of the lessons I visited, youngsters were working at individual tasks. Two of those lessons were based in ICT rooms. The third was a small languages group working on a controlled piece of writing. Starting with these lessons, the level of engagement was, naturally, high. Youngsters were on task and concentrating. In the two ICT based lessons the learning climate was calm, youngsters discussing their work, the teacher circulating and helping where appropriate. Teachers were professional and youngsters co-operative and respectful to each other and to staff. The climate was what I would term emotionally safe and learning came first. The language lesson was the same but without the student interaction due to the fact that it was a controlled exercise. A fourth lesson was a Year 11 Science group (set 5). The youngsters were working in small groups. Again, the climate was calm. Pupils were working well, engaged with the task and concentrating. Youngsters were co-operating and were clearly used to working small groups. They were respectful and considerate of each other. The atmosphere was calm and purposeful with the teacher maintaining this by circulating her group, helping where appropriate. The remaining lessons I saw were much the same. In all, the atmosphere was calm and professional. Staff were confident, pleasant and assertive. As a result youngsters were on task, engaged with the lesson and well behaved. I spent time on the corridors both during lesson time (moving from one ―drop in‖ to another) and at lesson changeover. During lesson time all was calm on the corridors I was on. Youngsters were walking to their next destination. There were no raised voices, no running or chasing games. Pupils were respectful, smiling and saying hello to the staff accompanying me and holding doors open for us and allowing us to proceed through a door before them. When I left the school after my visit it was break time , many more youngsters were inside buildings and on the playground around but still the same atmosphere seemed to be prevailing. In most classes I visited I managed to speak with either the teacher or some youngsters. All of the youngsters I spoke to had a high opinion of the school. Even those that professed not to like school much said that Bishop Perowne was a good place to be. They acknowledged that staff ―treated them properly.‖ ―Properly‖ meant fairly with respect to sanctions and rewards and the way they were spoken to. They confirmed that the majority of their classes were emotionally and physically safe placed to be. Pupils said there lessons were calm, the pupils well behaved and their environments emotionally and physically safe. All the pupils I spoke to said there were no ―no go‖ areas on site where they might feel uncomfortable or even unsafe. Generally speaking, in terms of environment, all of the rooms I visited were fit for purpose. Most were tidy with resources ready to hand. All but two had the rewards policy ad classroom code of conduct on display. Youngster‘s work was on display and this seemed to be up to date. My general impression was one of classes being well taught by skilled, well organised teachers who maintained a professional approach and who paid attention to the value of building good relationships. The short snippet of work going on in the drama class was nothing short of inspiring I thought. I did not witness any challenges to teacher authority nor was there any occasion when a teacher issued any form of official sanction. Pupils behaved considerately towards each other at all times in the lessons I visited and on the corridors out of lesson time.
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Worship Team News This term has been exciting in a number of ways. We have recruited new members to our team and now have representatives from all year groups. The team is fluid and changes every year as we lose our Year 11 students. Their input and guidance will really be missed but we have some excellent new members who will continue their hard work. We have successful organised our second trip to Polzeath to visit the Tube Station (a Christian Café/Church). This year we have been given the opportunity to lead their Worship session too. This is a real honour and just another example of the impact that the Worship team have upon everyone who they meet. The Worship Space has also been developed as we look to make it ‗our‘ room. We have written a bid for funds to furnish the space and Ms Farr has kindly accepted it. The room will look very different in the near future! The Worship team has devoted a vast amount of time and energy to our College though meetings and preparation for Eucharist services and Acts of Collective Worship. Their input has a really positive effect upon spirituality at Bishop Perowne.
Simon Bethel Worship Leader
Easter at St Barnabas Church—all are welcome EASTER AT ST BARNABAS PALM SUNDAY 9.30am
Meet at Christ Church to
Sunday 17th Apr
process to St Barnabas th
Mon 18th-Wed 20
7.30pm
Stations of the Cross
MAUNDY THURS
7.30pm
Eucharist with Foot Washing & Vigil
GOOD FRIDAY
10.00am
2.00pm EASTER DAY
Children‘s Stations of the Cross (with hot cross buns) Final hour meditation
10.00am
Eucharist with renewal of Baptismal vows
6.30pm
Easter Songs of Praise EASTER AT CHRIST CHURCH
PALM SUNDAY
9.30am
Sunday 17th Apr
Meet at Christ Church to process to St Barnabas
GOOD FRIDAY
2.00pm
Good Friday Service
EASTER DAY
10.00am
Easter Day Eucharist
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Up-Dating Student Details Updating Student Details It is imperative that the College holds up to date information relating to all students. Information includes medical details, home address and contact telephone numbers for parents/carers and people that we are able to contact in case of an emergency. If you would like to receive a copy of the information we currently hold please contact reception on 01905 746800 requesting a student data form. If you have any questions relating to this please contact Mrs Wigley, Administration Manager, on 01905 746804. Thank you.
Comic Relief
We are pleased to announce that Bishop Perowne Church of England College raised Our thanks go to all students, parents/carers and staff for supporting this event..
ÂŁ1,173.71 for Comic Relief.
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Ski Trip 2011 Once again, on the Friday before February half term, thirty-nine students and four staff set off from Bishop Perowne bound for the slopes of the Alps. A very smooth journey provided a promising start, although we did arrive in a suspiciously green (rather than white!) looking Austria. The next day, we took to the nursery slopes at Söll where, sure enough, the snow was literally thin on the ground. As all the novices got to grips with finding their feet, the more experienced skiers gradually got their ski legs back. After a very sunny and warm first day, we were very pleased to see the snow begin to fall on Sunday evening, and continue to do so for the next thirty-six hours. This set us up for what turned out to be one of best ever Bishop Perowne ski trips. The mix of skiing, evening entertainments, good food and good friends makes for an unforgettable experience, as testified by the accompanying student reports. My sincere thanks go to Mr and Mrs Boulter, Mr Wood and Miss Sharma, who gave up their half terms to accompany the tour. Above all, I would like to congratulate all of the students who went on the tour this year. They were each superb ambassadors not just for the college, but also for the country. Well done all! Mr Manship—Ski Tour Leader NB: Next year‘s tour is sold out already. Any students wishing to go skiing in 2013 (!) should look out for the posters when they appear next March. Student reports The school ski trip this year was the best yet! The skiing was brilliant, getting around six hours a day and being in the top group myself which made it even better. We got to have a great time with mates socially and I learnt to develop my skiing to a higher standard. The hotel was pleasant and the food was great. We rocked the activity nights bringing an excellent atmosphere to our trip. We had a great group of teachers, instructors and students on the trip which was good to have. I am going again next year for the third year and this year‘s trip will be hard to beat. Tom Blundell, Year 9 This year is the first year I have been skiing. I have really enjoyed it talking to Austrian people and skiing with my friends. The first time I put my skis on I knew I would enjoy it. On the first day I thought it was tricky learning how to do so many things with skis attached to my feet. The hotel we stayed at was really nice. The people that owned it were also really nice and the food was divine. When we had competition nights obviously we thrashed the other schools with our chanting and humorous singing. All the teachers have been great and energetic! But the funniest thing was the cockerel hat, basically you got the cockerel hat for doing something either humorous or silly but you didn‘t just get a cockerel hat you had a silly hat to go on your ski helmet and that would make you definitely get noticed. So overall I have had a brilliant week and I hope I can come next year. I would recommend it to everyone and anyone. Laura Hinton, Year 9 My first time skiing... all I can say is ‗WOW‘ it was amazing. I found it very difficult at the start but throughout the lessons, I had so much support from everybody on the trip it was unbelievable! It really boosted my confidence. The ski instructors are the best you can have! The night times were ‗amezin‘ as said by Brutus the ski instructor. The hotel has the most beautiful scenery, the people are very nice and very welcoming! The food was simply brilliant. I had such a good time! I would recommend it to everybody who loves the adrenaline! Jessica Parry, Year 9 This week has been amazing. It was my first time skiing and it was also my first time on the Bishops Ski Tour of Austria. At the start of the week we were skiing at Söll which was a ski resort with some beginner slopes but also a few advanced slopes. We stayed there for two days and then moved on to the more advanced resort of Scheffau. This brought more challenges and a few falls! The ski instructors are very good at encouraging you to try new exercises and activities. I learnt loads from the instructors and they made the whole experience worthwhile. The teachers were also very encouraging and I thank them greatly for taking time off their half term holiday to take care of us. I have really enjoyed the week and I hope I can come again next year and progress more. Sam Savage, Year 8 This week has been one of the best weeks in a lifetime. Ski Astons have been amazing at getting us to have a chance to ski on a real mountain. The hotel was a lovely place to stop at, with many exotic meals that I had never heard of! I did start off ahead of the group but then they caught up with the help of Dave our instructor. Dave helped us and made us try new things that we thought maybe we couldn‘t do. I do hope that I can go at least one more time to have the experience. Also their own Ski Astons radio was a good idea. Thank you to anyone who gave me the opportunity to do this. Jade Clarke, Year 8 This week has been by far the best week of my life. I feel very happy about the fact that it was my second week spent skiing which put me in a group with a truly amazing instructor ―Budge‖. He has made the week the best it could possibly be for everyone in my group. I‘m hoping to come back next year and in future become a ski instructor for Ski Astons. Thanks for an amazing week everyone that has made sure it was to the highest standard possible Marcin Zatorski, Year 10
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Quite possibly one of the best weeks of my life. Had so many laughs and a really good time learning to ski as it was my first time. I‘ve been very happy with my instructor. Jack has been amazing and I couldn‘t have asked for a better one. The man himself Stylo has driven us through the treacherous conditions, so a big thanks to him and also his apprentice. Also a big thanks to the teachers. Overall I‘ve had a quality time and would love to come back on this tour again. Adam Cotterill, Year 11 This was my third time coming skiing and I have enjoyed it just as much as in the past if not more. This time I was in the top group so this maximised the skiing that we were able to do. Brutus our instructor was the best instructor I have had and showed new ways to get the best and most effective ways out of our skiing. Without forgetting the teachers - they made it a great trip along with the other instructors. Harry Miller, Year 10
Mathematics Challenge On Friday, 11th March, eight 7Y1 Maths students travelled to the King‘s School, Worcester with Mr Hartley. There they took on four rounds of maths challenges against twelve King‘s teams. In the first round there were twenty questions to answer in teams of four. The questions we faced were originally from the UK maths challenge (they were particular tricky). The second round had a series of problem-solving puzzles. Then there were more difficult questions before a very fast relay where people were flying everywhere. The lunch was extremely nice which included the best chocolate cake man and woman had ever tasted. When we found out the results, one of our teams came tenth with 96 points which consisted of Megan Papazoglou, Jessica Sheridan, Lewis Styles and Lewis Wood. The other team came second with 134 points and just missed out on first place by one point! This team consisted of George Fuller, Piers HiltonTurvey, Sophie Tothill and Jamie Williams. It was a challenging and fun day that we all enjoyed. This report was written by the students who competed.
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Science Department C.S.I. AT BISHOP PEROWNE Students in Years 7 and 8 have been gaining an in-site to the life of a Crime Scene Investigator (C.S.I.). This has been an exciting opportunity for the students to really expand their investigation and research skills. They have been looking at how clues are found and compiled. There have been ‗crime scenes‘ for them to investigate and lots of hands on tasks. Observation skills have been tested and pushed to the max.They have developed many theories for the crimes and realise that things are not always as they first appear. The project has encouraged team work as well as individual independence. It has shown them the importance of listening skills. It was enjoyed by all, as some of these statements show: Both Charlotte Steggall and Jade Phillips in 7Y5 have enjoyed the experience saying ― It was really good fun‖. Ben Isaac of the same group had more to say about it. ―I have learnt a lot about how the CSI do their job and the skills needed. I like having to find the answers instead of just writing. I would like to do more of it‖. Any year 7 or 8 who would like to have some work displayed in the corridor on C.S.I. can give it to the Science Teaching Assistant, Mrs. Hornberger who can be found in Bredon block Prep room. YEAR 11 FINAL EXAMS. We are nearly two thirds of our way through the school year and the Year 11 Final Exams are looming ever near. These are in May and June. Staff are working hard to support with revision and running intervention days. DON‘T FORGET THOSE REVISION TECHNIQUES YOU HAVE BEEN TAUGHT: Attend all revision sessions. Attend all lessons; you may miss some invaluable information. Use past exam papers to practice, these can be obtained from your science teacher. Use the internet for revision, Bitesize is a good site. ON THE DAY OF EXAMS: Have a good breakfast. Arrive in plenty of time for the exam. DON‘T BE LATE. Remember pens, pencils, calculators etc. Bring a drink of water; you can‘t work if you‘re dehydrated.
EXAM DATES AND DETAILS
May 17th (a.m.)
Psychology – unit 1. 1 Hour 15 minutes. Years 9 and 10.
May 19th (p.m.)
B3.
1 Hour
11B1 only.
th
May 25 (a.m.)
C3
1 Hour
11B1 only
May 27th (a.m.)
P3
1Hour
11B1 only
June 7th(a.m.)
B2, C2, P2. Structured Paper.
30 minutes each
June 15 (a.m.)
B2, C2, P2. Multiple choice.
20 minutes each
June 17th(p.m.)
B1a,b.
th
C1a,b.
P1a,b.
Multiple choices.
20 minutes each.
GOOD LUCK TO ALL STUDENTS TAKING EXAMS. THE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT WOULD LIKE TO WISH EVERYONE A HAPPY EASTER AND A SAFE HOLIDAY.
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Creative and Media Diploma Performance The Creative and Media Diploma students presented their own devised performance called ‗Little Red Riding Hoody‘ in the College Theatre on Tuesday 15 th March.
This was the culmination of a great deal of work during which the students were expected to produce, organize, advertise and perform their own piece. They decided to base the performance on a combination of nursery rhyme characters and to build a pantomime style story around them.
The Performance Unit of the course has given the students a wide ranging insight into many different areas of the Performing Arts from the creative to the administrative.
Worcester Sixth Form Performances Each year students from the Worcester Sixth Form College visit Bishop Perowne to perform their latest work to our GCSE Arts students. On Tuesday 22nd March they performed two different dramas which gave our students a great insight into the work that is done in Performing Arts at the Sixth Form College – whilst also being a very enjoyable event.
At the end of the afternoon the Sixth Form students answered questions about life after GCSE and how their performances were worked out.
Each year it is a valuable experience for our students to see the work of the Sixth Form and to find out more about the possibilities open to them after they leave Bishop Perowne.
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Primary Partners Performance On Friday 11th, March more than 200 of our Primary Partner students visited Bishop Perowne for an afternoon of song, dance and drama. Bishop Perowne students, from Years 7 to 11, performed a range of pieces including GCSE Dance choreography, folk music, an educational drama focusing on ‗The Tudors‘ and several pieces of work from the recent C & T Theatre Company projects ‗Eurovision‘ and ‗The Madness of Maths‘. It was a hugely successful event and enjoyed by all who watched and took part.
Year 10 GSCE Drama Primary Project On the 15th February a group of thirty Year 10 GCSE Drama students visited St Barnabas Primary and performed their latest GCSE work. The work had been devised in collaboration with the primary school so that it‘s content would support the primary history curriculum. As a result the five shore performances focused on Ancient Greece and The Tudors.
This performance is designed each year to be an integral part of the GCSE Drama course and the students are assessed on their ability to develop the work for a target audience. Being able to go out and perform it in another school is an invaluable experience for them.
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Year 10 GCSE Drama Primary Project continued...
World Book Day During World Book Week, the week beginning 28th February, Bishop Perowne students were lucky enough to have presentation from a range of children‘s authors including Professor Jean Webb from Worcester University, Jo Cotterill and Karen King. Some students were involved in a workshop with Karen King which focused on writing for newspapers and magazines.
It was an interesting and often fascinating week of events which left many of our students with an experience to remember.
Karen King will be revisiting Bishop Perowne when she will work with the Library students on the launch of a magazine project which will hopefully see the production of a magazine style publication aimed at Bishop Perowne students.
Bath Spa University Student Visit On Monday 28th March ten music students from Bath Spa University began a one week residency at Bishop Perowne College. During the week they worked with our students, with our Primary Partners and in the wider community.
The visit from Bath Spa students is a highly valued event on the College calendar as they are always musicians of the highest standing and always willing to share their expertise and experience with our students.
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Years 7 and 8 Drama Club Performance On Wednesday 16th February the Years 7 & 8 drama club gave their first public performance to an audience of appreciative friends and family. Their first performance, entitled ‗Happily Ever After…Or Is It?‘, brought together a wide range of pantomime characters including Little Red Riding Hood, Aladdin and Robin Hood and introduced a few new ones such as Wiggle and Abanazer. The students then wound an imaginative pantomime storyline around the characters and introduced the usual audience participation – ‗He‘s Behind You‘ - and songs with lyrics adjusted to match the comedy of the story. The real achievement was in the fact that the whole fifty minute performance was entirely the work of the students themselves.
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Dance Festival On the 10th March 500 primary school students from schools across the County performed in Bishop Perowne Theatre as part of the Worcester Dance Festival.
The Festival was run by Year 10 GCSE Dance students and Year 9 students studying the Dance Leaders course. Bishop Perowne performed work from the present Year 11 GCSE choreographies with supporting work from the Wire Boyz Dance group and Ace Dance and Music.
Feedback from the schools that took part in the Festival has been highly complementary commenting on the standard of both our students performance work and organisation skills.
The Wire Boyz Worcester dance group were given the opportunity to perform in a semi-professional dance evening to be held at the Artrix Theatre in Bromsgrove on the 1st April 2011. The boys will be the only school group taking part in the Artrix performance.
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Dance Festival continued...
Wire Boyz The Wire Boyz Worcester Dance group were given the opportunity to perform in a semi-professional dance evening to be held at the Atrix Theatre in Bromsgrove on the 1st April 2011. The boys were the only school group taking part in the Atrix performance.
Worcester Competitive Arts Festival On Saturday 12th March Martha Dunster, Jenny Nicholls, Daniel Price, Joseph Terry, Eleanor Lee, George Sansome and Hugh Francis represented the college wind band at the Worcester competitive arts festival and won the 16 years and under Chamber Music Class with their performance of ―singing in the Rain‖ . The adjudicator described the performance as well balanced, light in character and danced along with energy and bounce. The David Glover Memorial Trophy will be on display in reception until February. Our thanks go to Nicky Daw who leads this ensemble in college. Congratulations to all members of the Worcester Area Music centre Windband who not only came first in their class but were awarded full marks for their performance of a medley of songs from Joseph. Bishop Perowne College are strongly represented in the Windband by Leader Eleanor Lee, Jennie Nicholls, Daniel Price, Isabel Rudge and Martha Dunster. Congratulations to all members of the Worcestershire Youth Brass Band who came first in class 45 with their performance of ―Grandfathers Clock‖ . Hugh Francis and George Sansome lead the Cornet and Euphonium Sections of this outstanding band . Particular congratulations go to George Sansome who was the soloist for the piece and whose playing was commended by the adjudicator.
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Partner School Concert On Thursday 24th March St Georges Church was filled by the fantastic voices from over 200 singers. The massed choir of Bishop Perowne College , St Barnabas Church of England Primary, St Georges Church of England Primary, Perdiswell Primary, Nothwick Manor Primary and Gorsehill Primary performed four joint songs and then performed a piece by themselves. To accommodate the number of students and parents wishing to attend the performance was held twice. Congratulations to all the singers and dancers for their hard work.
Programme
Raise my Voice
Combined Choirs
This Little light of mine
St George‘s Church of England Primary School .
Singing in the rain/Under my Umbrella
Gorsehill Primary School
Golden Musical Memories
Combined Choirs
Shadow
St Barnabas‘ Church of England Primary School
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Lin Marsh
Londonderry Air
Bishop Perowne Church of England College
Arr Bob Chilcott
Glory to God
Combined choirs
God Knows Everything
Northwick Manor Primary School.
Ain‟t No Mountain High Enough.
Perdiswell Primary School
World in union
Combined choirs
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TANZANIA: Link with the Rondo Seminary On 17th March, Mr Laidler and Mr Williams undertook the long journey to Dar-es-Salaam, onto Mtwara Airport and then on to the Rondo plateau by 4 x 4 to visit our partner school, Rondo Junior Seminary, Tanzania. They represented the whole of Bishop Perowne Church of England College community. The Rondo have just achieved record success in this year‘s examinations and we congratulate them on becoming the second highest achieving school in southern Tanzania. Mr Laidler and Mr Williams spent the week engaged in teaching classes and meeting with teachers and school leaders in Rondo in order to plan for curriculum links between the schools. Both teachers took the wishes of the pupils and staff at Bishop Perowne and greatly benefit from the cultural experience and were excited by the chance to link the two schools in a learning environment.
On Sunday, 27th March, both Mr Laidler and Mr Williams returned to the UK with Reverend Kasembe and Mr Lihewe who spent the next ten days with Bishop Perowne. The Tanzanian teachers participated in teaching and learning as well as other aspects of daily life within the school. They especially enjoyed meeting our students and an Act of Collective Worship held in their honour.
We all look forward to this visit and the possibilities the link between our two schools will bring.
Mr Lihewe
Revd. Kasembe
Student Learning and Teaching Group This term we have established a Student learning and teaching group. The group of 20 students represent a range of year groups, abilities and interest. The group will be used in a variety of ways. They have formed the student panel for our recent English interviews and in the next few weeks they are going to be trained to undertake lesson observations during interviews. The long term plans for the group will involve evaluating the development of Learning and Teaching across the college.
Mrs N Raggett
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Sports Department News — Netball The Year 8 Netball Team went to Nunnery Wood High School to take part in the Worcester District Netball Tournament. We were placed in a really difficult group which meant facing tough opposition. The games were 12 minutes long with a straight swap over after 6 minutes. The first game was against King‘s, the second against The Chantry High School and the final against St Mary‘s Convent. The girls played really well but unfortunately didn‘t make it through to the next round. Well done to:-
Masie Bennett Charlotte Gwilliam Paige Harrison Leigh Hewitt Chloe Matthews Laura Salt Katie Tippins Abigail Underwood
Miss R Day
SPORTS DEPARTMENT NEWS— Netball The girls‘ Year 7 Netball Team played against Tudor Grange on Wednesday, 9th March. The team played very well ending up with a win 11 v 2. A special well done to Katie Harrison who stepped in to help the team and played excellently.
Miss R Day
SPORTS DEPARTMENT NEWS— Netball This week has seen some very tough netball games against Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College for Years 7, 8,9 and 11. The first two were Years 9 and 11 on Wednesday. Both games were very tight with just one win. The final score for Year 11, who managed to play the whole game with the bare seven ended in them being defeated 15 v 16. Well done to Rebecca Barwell, Beth Jones, Rebecca Hooper, Beth King, Katy Taylor, Ruth Taylor and Maria Shipley. The Year 9‘s also had a very difficult game and there was one goal difference in each quarter. Excellent shooting from Tia managed to secure them with a win and a final score of 15 v 14. Well done to all girls. The Year 8‘s kept motivation high and played against the Blessed‘s team who turned out to be the better side. Unfortunately the Year 8‘s did not manage to beat Blessed Edwards but kept positive attitudes throughout the game. The Year 7‘s were helped out by girls who came to football. Unfortunately they did not secure a win but are now focussing on the league next year.
Miss R Day
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Sports Department News - Basketball In our first game of Basketball the boys defeated Witton 14—4. The evening proved to be a real learning curve for the boys and we improved dramatically as the game went on. Well done to all concerned. William Garrad Samuel Hasnip Jamie Hathaway Edward John Frederick Lockett Ashanti Olatunde Alexander Van Wienen Benjamin Young Daniel Wilson
Mr J Preece Head of PE
Football Year 10 v Tudor Grange—won 3—1 The boys put in their best performance of the season in defeating Tudor Grange. We started brightly with Joe Birbeck heading in from close range after great work by Ashley King. The midfield pairing of Daniel Colburn and Thomas Hutt were dominating play and this led to our second goal after good work by Ashley and Nicholas MacPherson the ball was pulled back to Charlie Burton who scored from close range. Tudor pulled a goal back but the game was put beyond doubt after neat play led to an own goal by the Tudor Grange defender. Well played lads, the quality of the passing and our ability to keep possession has shown a real improvement.
Mr J Preece
Football Year 7 v Tudor Grange won 3—1 The lads showed a real improvement from their previous game and were deserved winners. James Hathaway and George Fuller scored in the first half to put us in a strong position. Tudor Grange came on strong in the second half and scored to make the game very tight. We then gave away a penalty that was brilliantly saved by Daniel Northcott. This gave the team renewed confidence and Bailey Fuller scored to put the game beyond doubt. Well done lads.
Mr J Preece
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Sports Department News - Football continued... Monday, 7th March
Year 9 Bishop Perowne 7 v Kings School 3 The Year 9 Football squad are really staring to gel well as a team and this showed in their convincing 7—3 home victory over the King‘s School. This win was largely due to an inspirational performance from Captain, Jonathan Lee who netted twice including a 25 yard screamer in the first half. Jonathan‘s accomplished performance was complimented by solid defensive displays from Alex Bradshaw, Jack Tingle, Lewis Smallman and Connor Sheridan as well as impressive performances from fellow midfielders Thomas Blundell, Harry Green and James Smith. As well as the skipper‘s brace, the other Bishop Perowne goals came in the form of a Conner Sheridan header, James Smith‘s free-kick, a committed goal line scramble from Harry Green, and accomplished strikes from Joseph Fowler and Thomas Blundell. It was a fantastic win for the boys and one which they should be very proud of. Mr Hodgkins
Wednesday, 9th March
Year 8 Bishop Perowne 3 v Nunnery Wood 4 The Year 8 Football Team narrowly lost in an exciting 4-3 defeat against Nunnery Wood High School. The boys have much to be proud of as they played some excellent football and held their own against a very strong Nunnery Wood side. Indeed, we bossed much of the first thanks to impressive performances from skipper Thomas Jeynes, Charles Beesley, Ieuan Howells, William Henshaw and Matthew Sowden who netted 10 minutes before the break to give the Year 8 team a 1—0 half time lead. Unfortunately, the second half did not start as well as the first had finished, as Nunnery Wood scored an equalizer. Before the boys had time to re-group they found themselves 3—1 down with Nunnery Wood scoring three quick fire goals. This did not deter the team who responded well when Matthew Sowden grabbed his second goal. From there on we were on top but were caught by a quick Nunnery counter attack whilst we were pushing forward for the equalizer. Despite this 4—2 score line, the Year 8‘s continued to work hard and had much of the play. They were rewarded for this perseverance when Matthew Sowden completed his hat-trick to set up an exciting last 5 minutes in which we were unable to grab a deserved equalizer despite constant threats from the likes of Jack Dickinson, Jordan Slade, Oliver Biddle and Kieran Burns. Mr Hodgkins
Wednesday, 30th March 2011
Year 9 Football v Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College The boys put in a mixed performance but were well worth a draw and should have won the game if the Blessed‘s goalkeeper had not pulled off some great saves. Kyle Pugh put in a very strong performance in midfield as did Lewis Smallman in defence. Jonathan Lee and James Smith looked dangerous in attack. Well played boys.
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Sports Department News —Sports Hall Athletics Festival On Friday, 4th March Bishop Perowne College hosted our annual Sports Hall Athletics Festival for 210 primary school children from Claines, Northwick Manor, St Barnabas and St Georges. To enable us to include all classes from Year 6, we held the event at the Perdiswell Leisure Centre where we could set up seven lanes for the competition. Events included track and field with many different types of relays, throwing events, jumping events and speed bounce. Jill Repton from Worcester Athletics Club assisted with the event and previously delivered taster sessions in the Primary Schools. 23 of our young leaders from Year 8 ran the events and assisted with the smooth running of the competition. Thomas Blundell and Joseph Ingles kept running totals on the laptop with frequent updates throughout the morning, the winning order was forever changing. Congratulations to St Barnabas who were the winners and runners up. They will go on to represent the County at a future completion. To see so many youngsters taking part with such enthusiasm and support for each other was brilliant.
County Sports Hall Athletics We were privileged to be asked again to provide leaders at the Year 7 and Year 8 County Sports Hall Athletics in the afternoon. This was a much different event from the morning with winning being the main focus. Our leaders were fantastic considering they were the same age as some of the competitors. They were not fazed by this and officiated with confidence. They were praised by the organiser of the County competition alongside the Competition Manager for their efforts in a very long but rewarding day. Well done to: Charles Beesley Maisie Bennett Thomas Bentley Thomas Blundell Kieran Burns Jessica Collins James Davies Chelsea Dyson Abigail Fallon-Wilson Millie Fearns Joshua Guest Joshua Hawes William Henshall Leigh Hewitt Joseph Ingles Callum Jeynes Thomas Jeynes Daniel Price Samuel Savage Emily Studholme Imogen Tingle Katie Tippin Kayla Todd and Abigail Underwood
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Sports Department News —Rugby Bishop Perowne—v—Christopher Whitehead Language College Our Year 8 team played on the 14th March at home against Christopher Whitehead Language College. It was a dry day, the pitch was in good condition and we were all hungry for the win. As a team we all huddled up encouraging each other and we were ready for the starting whistle. The whistle was blown and the game began. Within the first 5 minutes we unfortunately conceded a try, this was then converted which brought the score to 0—7 to Christopher Whitehead‘s. As a team we knew what we had to do, we had to ensure our tackles were successful to bring down any attacking player. After several good phases of play, Tom Jeynes broke out and sprinted over the try line to score our first goal. Levan Edwards then had to convert the kick to even the score. He did it; the score was now even 7-7. The first half continued strong due to our pack of forwards who were able to win most of the scrums and rucks. We know we had to get another try to be winning at half time. Bishops pulled together and quickly scored before the whistle was blown for half time. At half time both teams were playing very well challenging each other throughout. After a motivating team talk both teams resumed play. Christopher Whitehead‘s came back fighting strong for the win and scored a try. Again this was due to weak tackling but something we all stepped up in the remainder of the game. Our team came back harder and performed even better tackling, rucking and scrumaging. The last few minutes of the game were tough as we had to score or maintain a win. As a result of fast supportive play we scored another try. We stepped the game up further as Tom kicked the ball from the 22 metre line which was followed up by Matt who finished off the great play and scored another try for Bishop‘s. The final whistle was blown and the game was over. Bishop‘s walked away proving that they were the stronger side with a great win of 26—12. As a team we had improved a lot from our previous match. The team will continue to train and improve our game even further and aim to win our future games.
SPORTS DEPARTMENT NEWS— Sixways Rugby The Year 9 / 10 girls‘ Rugby Team entered the Sixways tournament on Wednesday, 16th March. The girls played well together with excellent tackles being made at the right times. The girls showed exemplar teamwork and were great assets to the School, winning games against Tudor Grange Academy, The Chase High School and The Chantry. The team showed great determination. Tries from Beth Giddings, Laura Mitchell and Lucy Avery secured the team to third place in the tournament, a great achievement for the girls and for the School. Well done to:Lucy Avery Lucy Baldwin Lucy Berry Samantha Burns Raha Eskafi Beth Giddings Shaunie Mellor Laura Mitchell Emma Moore
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Sports Department News —Rugby continued... Year 7—v Christopher Whitehead Language School Drew 22—22 This was my first opportunity to take the Year 7 Rugby Team and I was very impressed with their handling skills and forward play. After scoring an early try through Daniel Wilson, we were pegged back by some good running by the opposition. Edward John made some excellent tackles as did William Garrad to stop some of their bigger lads. Luke Mitchell then made some intelligent runs to provide the team with some territory which enabled William Key to score from close range. Again, our passing was excellent in the second half and Kyle Douglas ran through to score. As the game ran on we picked up a few injuries and this enabled our opponents to come back into the game with two late tries. At 22—22 we had a good phase of possession but just could not score.
Year 7 v Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College Lost 34—12 The boys put in a strong performance but we failed to tackle some of our opponents more powerful players and this cost us the game. Luke Mitchell and Edward John were outstanding throughout . Well tried lads, a good warm up for Sixways!
Year 11 v Christopher Whitehead Bishop Perowne‘s Year 11 Rugby Team welcomed Christopher Whitehead‘s Language College to the School for a rugby game on 17th March 2011. After not being very successful in recent years, Bishop‘s were extremely determined to try and gain a victory against a strong opponent. The match started with both teams attacking from the off. Bishop‘s had the upper hand in the opening 5 minutes and made the majority of possession pay off early on, when a charged down kick resulted in Adam Cotterill scoring for the home side. Christopher Whitehead‘s came back at Bishop‘s immediately and managed to gain the lead through a converted try. Bishop‘s continued to battle hard and towards the end of the first half were rewarded with two tries from Aaron Roberts and Matthew Garrad. Neither try was converted resulting in the first half ending with Bishop‘s leading 15—7. The second half began with both teams making some unforced errors. However Bishop‘s did not let the hardworking Christopher Whitehead‘s faze them and defended well. This unbeatable defence led to many counter attacking breaks for Bishop‘s and Gregor Eastwood extended the lead to 20—7 with another try for the hosts. Bishop‘s did not stop attacking throughout and eventually the lead was again extended as Adam Cotterill claimed his second try of the game with just a couple of minutes remaining. Luke Charters converted this try to ensure Bishop‘s a 27—7 deficit. The game ended on a poor note with Christopher Whitehead‘s number 8 being sent off for an off-the-ball challenge on hooker Marcin Zatorski.
Final score Bishop Perowne 27, Christopher Whitehead 7 Congratulations to all the lads on an outstanding performance and a well fought victory and good luck for Sixways tournament next week. The lads would also like to thank a few of the Year 10‘s who filled in for some injured players.
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Sports Department News —Rugby continued... Bishop‘s squad:Lewis Austin Lewis Butterworth Luke Charters Adam Cotterill Robert Crowe Gregor Eastwood Sean Flanagan Matthew Garrad Scott Grimshaw Ryan Harris Julian Hopcraft Emil Martyr Jack Moore Aaron Roberts George Sansome Joseph Terry Marcin Zatorski
YEAR 11 Rugby With their last chance to go to Sixways this warm up game against Christopher Whitehead‘s was going to be important for the team to re-acquaint themselves with the demands of the physical sport of that is rugby. Unfortunately, other commitments had meant that the full squad were unable to play hence a couple of Year 10‘s, Thomas Buteaux, Christopher Key, Jack Moore, Joseph Terry, Marcin Zatorski were drafted in to support the team and played with their usual determination and excellence. The game started at a fierce pace and only slowed down when the ball was out of play with both teams trying to prove dominance over each other. However, it was Bishops who scored first only to be pinned back at half time to a 10—5 lead. The second half followed the pattern of the first and as time went on were able to stretch their lead to a well deserved 24—10 win which Matthew Garrad and Robert Crowe, their captains should be proud of. It was also pleasing to see Greg Eastwood play so well in the centre and the return of Harry Ashton on the wing. Unfortunately, the Sixways experience was not going to be so positive as some schools had pulled out leaving only the best teams in. Bishop‘s first game was against Nunnery Wood and it proved to be a close fought battle with us going close several times to the try line but not scoring hence only losing 15—0. Their next game was once again closer than the score reflects 10—0 against the eventual tournament winners Droitwich. By now we were battered and bruised and were unable to put up much of a resistance against a strong Chantry side. My thanks go to all who tried so hard and Mr Morris who came along to offer his experience and support to Year 11 in their final game for Bishop.
YEAR 10 Rugby Sixways defending Champions again! This continues to go from strength to strength and training is always well attended and therefore results are clear for all to see! However, this puts us out there to be shot at and knocked off our pedestal. Our first game saw us dominate in all areas against Blessed Edward Oldcorne and we deserved the 20 –10 win. The forwards led by Joseph Terry (Captain) continued to win good ball for the blacks to run with and again we deserved our 10-0 win over Droitwich. The next game against The Chantry High School was always going to be the toughest and so it proved to be with both sets of forwards not giving any quarter for the opposition to exploit. However, a pattern was emerging that if Bishops could run straight and give the ball out wide quickly then there would be a gap to score through. This did eventually happen and we won 5—0. This result has now assured us of qualifying for the final and the coach was able to fully utilise the squad rotation and still produce a safe 5—0 win. So, we went into the final undefeated and as the reigning champions were yet again favourites to win against The Chantry High School as we had done before. Unfortunately, they had other ideas and came out in a far more physical manner than earlier in an attempt to upset our flowing rugby. This they did with success and it was with some relief when we eventually did score to take a 5—0 lead. However, we had switch off and
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Sports Department News —Rugby continued... and The Chantry were able to come straight back at us and equalise. Despite dominating the remainder of the game we had to settle for a 5-5 draw. The whole squad deserve a mention as yet again they are Sixways Champions having not lost a match for two years!!! Lewis Austin Joseph Birbeck Thomas Buteux Liam Chapman Brennan Cross Ryan Davis John Hewlitt Morgan Hudson Oliver Kendall Christopher Key Ashley King Benjamin Lewis Nicholas McPherson Harry Miller Jack Moore Anton Preen William Sowden Andrew Tansall Joseph Terry Marcin Zatorski This squad should now win the Worcester league as undefeated champions and go on to the partnership finals next year.
Mr I Brand
Year 8 Rugby Results at Sixways v Christopher White High School v Chantry High School V Droitwich High School v Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College v Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College Came joint third A great performance by all.
Mr J Preece
won lost drew lost drew
10—0 0—10 5—5 0—5 5—5
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Sports Department News —Rugby continued... There was a sense of excitement and anticipation within the Year 7 Rugby squad ahead of their first opportunity to represent Bishop Perowne at the annual Worcester Sixways Tournament. We had been drawn in a challenging pool alongside Christopher Whitehead Language College and The Chantry High School but hopes were high as we approached the first match. We began the tournament with a difficult match against a very strong Christopher Whitehead‘s side. The extra physical size and strength of our opposition was immediately apparent as we went a try down early on. We continued to struggle to cope with the powerful running rugby played by the Christopher Whitehead forwards and soon found ourselves conceding a second try. This seemed to spark the boys into life and we were able to settle more into the game when we began to commit more effectively at the breakdown and increase our tackling efficiency . This lift in tempo paid off when some good running by Matthew Makranczy and excellent support play by Daniel Wilson led to a well deserved try scored by Daniel. With the score at 10—5 at half time the boys were confident that we could get back into the game if we could continue to show the same commitment and star to move the ball more effectively in the second half. Indeed, we started the second half well but suffered injuries to centre Alex Van Wienen and prop Thomas Maiden which seemed to affect our flow. Nonetheless, the boys batted well in difficult conditions (baking sun and extremely hard pitches) and competed bravely against the stronger opposition throughout the second half. Eventually, we began to run out of steam and Christopher Whiteheads were able to secure the victory with a third try just minutes from full time. This 15-5 defeat left us needing a win in the next match against The Chantry to give us any hope of progressing into the latter stages of the tournament. We had a much better start to the second match and were a lot more resolute when defending our own try line. Despite some excellent displays from the likes of Ed John, Samuel Hasnip, William Garrad, William Key, James Hathaway and man of the tournament Daniel Wilson, our efforts in the first game seemed to take its toll on the players and proved to be the difference in this very tightly contested second match. The Chantry ran out as 5—0 winners with a second half try. Unfortunately, this disappointing defeat knocked us out of the tournament. Despite this the boys can be proud of their efforts as they persevered well throughout the tournament and we will be back for next year‘s competition greater prepared to progress to the later stages of the tournament.
Mr Hodgkins
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Sports Department News — Orienteering Festival at College On Wednesday afternoon, 15th March, we had seven Year 3 classes, about 120 children arriving to take part in an Orienteering afternoon. They were organised and looked after by College students from Year 9 and Year 10 who are following the BTEC Sports Course. This was there first experience of leadership and some seemed quite daunted by these little ones as they arrived full of excitement. However, if did not take long for them to gain confidence and relax with the little ones. Each student was introduced to a group of 10 children who they took for a warm up and then explained the activities handing out maps and checking they all knew what to do.
In pairs they had to run around finding as many controls as they could using the map. The area included the field at St Barnabas, the top rugby field, along the astro and onto the bottom field. This was a large area and by the end they were shattered! All children and leaders had a fantastic experience as well as learning some new skills. Thanks to:-
Joseph Birbeck Alex Brown Charles Burton Emily Burton Daniel Colburn Vladen Duric Harry Green Rebekka Hodson Daniel Hooper Amy Jeffries Ross Joyner Abigail Lake Nicola Le Poidevin Luke Molloy Luke Morton Charles Prince Taylor Pugh Cameron Thorne Jack Tustin Georgia Wood
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Sports Department News —Festivals and Leadership This year we have already hosted the following festivals:-
Year 4 Cross Country, 210 children. Run by the Year 11 BTEC PE class.
Year 2 Gymnastics, 120 children. Run by our Gifted and Talented Gymnastic students from Years 7, 8 and 9.
Year 6 Sportshall Athletics, 210 children. Run by selected students in Year 8. They also led at the County Sportshall Athletics for Year 7 and 8.
Year 3 Orienteering, 210 children. Run by Year 9 and Year 10 BTEC PE classes.
In total 750 children have attended our Festivals and 76 students have had the opportunity to experience leadership.
Sports Department News —Competition Managers Letter received Friday, 11th March 2011 Dear Ms Farr,
I am writing to you to express my sincere gratitude to your sports leaders who demonstrated fantastic high quality leadership skills at both the Year 6 Sportshall Athletics Festival and the Year 7 and 8 County Sportshall Athletics Finals held on Friday, 4th March.
These young leaders were not only a credit to themselves but also to your school. They behaved impeccably at all times and were so enthusiastic and motivating to the 210 Year 6 pupils that attended in the morning and the 207 Year 7 and 8 county finalists in the afternoon that I feel I have to write to you to say a huge thank you for their tremendous efforts.
Please also accept my thanks in allowing and supporting your young leaders to attend the festival during their school day. I hope that they enjoyed the day and benefited from the Young Leader Officiating training that ran alongside these events. Please find enclosed a CD with photographs of them in action and certificates for successfully taking part.
Our events would not have run as smoothly as they did without your professional and hard working students. I hope you will pass on my thanks and how lovely they were to work with to all involved. As Senior Competition Manager for Herefordshire and Worcestershire and Competition Manager for the Droitwich & Worcester City School Sport Partnership, I have been thoroughly amazed and impressed by the high calibre of leaders that Bishop Perowne have, and look forward to working with them at many sporting events to come! Yours sincerely
Tracey Stephens Senior Competition Manager Herefordshire & Worcestershire
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New Class
Strength, mobility and well-being
Fully qualified level 3 Pilates Instructor, offering beginners classes At Bishop Perowne College
Commencing April 2011 For further details contact
Melitsa Humphreys: 07860 871624
Do you need: A venue for a conference? A meeting place for you club? A performance/theatre space with a sprung floor and professional quality sound/lighting? Sports facilities? ICT facilities? A dining facility? Bishop Perowne may prove to be the ideal venue Please telephone Mike Betteridge—Bursar on 01905 746806 to discuss your requirements.
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Approved Term Dates—Academic Year 2010—2011 Autumn Term
Term Starts Thursday 1stt September 2010
Half Term
Monday 25th October 2010 – Friday 29th October 2010*
Term Ends
Friday 17th December 2010
Spring Term
Term Starts Wednesday 5th January 2011
Half Term
Monday 21st February 2011 – Friday 25th February 2011
Term Ends
Friday 8th April 2011
Summer Term
Term Starts Thursday 28th April 2011
Half Term
Monday 30th May – Friday 3rd June 2011
Term Ends
Friday 22nd July 2011
Good Friday Friday 22nd April 2011 Easter Monday
Monday 25th April 2011
Royal Wedding
Friday 29th April 2011
May Day
Monday 2nd May 2011
Teacher Education Days
Wednesday 1st September 2010 Friday 22nd October 2010 Tuesday 26th April Wednesday 27th April 2011 Thursday 28th April 2011
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Approved Term Dates—Academic Year 2011—2012 AUTUMN TERM 2011
TERM STARTS
Wednesday, 7th September 2011
HALF TERM
Monday 24th October 2011 – Friday 28th October 2011
TERM ENDS
Tuesday 20th December 2011
SPRING TERM 2012
TERM STARTS
Thursday, 5th January 2012
HALF TERM
Monday 13th February 2012 – Friday 17th February 2012
TERM ENDS
Friday 30th March 2012
SUMMER TERM 2012
TERM STARTS
Tuesday, 17th April 2012
HALF TERM
Monday 4th June 2012 – Friday 8th June 2012
TERM ENDS
Friday 20th July 2012
Good Friday
Friday 6th April 2012
Easter Monday
Monday 9th April 2012
May Day
Monday 7th May 2012
Whitsun Bank Holiday
Monday 4th June 2012
Queen's Diamond Jubilee
Tuesday 5th June 2012
Teacher Education Days
Monday, 5th September 2011 th
Tuesday, 6 September 2011 Friday 21st October 2011 Wednesday 4th January 2012 Monday 16th April 2012
Please note change—this brings us inline with the Local Authority
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We continue to rely on the support of our partner schools and colleges to make the Arts College a success. Many thanks for all they have done so far… Claines Church of England Primary School King‟s School, Worcester Northwick Manor Primary School Perdiswell Primary School St Barnabas‟ Church of England Primary School St George‟s Church of England Primary School
Merriman‟s Hill Road Worcester WR3 8LE
University of Worcester Wolverley Church of England College
Tel: 01905 746800 Fax: 01905 746846 Website: www.bishopperowne.com Email: info@bishop-perowne.worcs.sch.uk Issue: 4 - Easter 2011 Headteacher: Ms Julie Farr
Worcester College of Technology Worcester Sixth Form College Our business partners and “The Friends of Bishop Perowne”
Important dates for your diary at a glance Monday, 11th April—Friday, 22nd April
Easter Holidays—College Closed
Monday, 25th April
Easter Monday—College Closed
Tuesday, 26th—Thursday, 28th April
Teacher Education Days—Closed to students
Friday, 29th April
Royal Wedding—College Closed
Monday, 2nd May
May Day—Bank Holiday—College Closed
Tuesday, 3rd May
College re-open to students/staff (Week B)
Thursday, 5th May
Year 9 Parents Evening
Tuesday, 24th May—Thursday, 26th May
Tempest Performance
Monday, 30th May—Friday, 3rd June
Half Term Holidays
Thursday. 9th June
Year 7 Parents Evening
Friday, 10th June
Open Morning
Tuesday, 28th June
New Starter Intake Evening
Monday, 4th July
Sports Day
Wednesday, 6th July
Year 6 Induction Day
Thursday, 7th July
Leavers Ball
Friday, 8th July
Awards Day
w/c Monday, 11th July
Arts Week/Work Experience Week
Friday, 22nd July
End of Term
We seek to develop a caring Christian Community in which we nurture individuals, encourage learning, creativity and endeavour, inspire all to excel and reach their potential and to help all young learners to grow into active and responsible citizens who are able to make a difference in the world.