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Year 10/11
Year 10 kicked off with a bang in September 2019, when we welcomed One Day Film School in September. Pupils learned to act in, direct and edit a film trailer, refusing to let the wet weather dampen their spirits. This was a fantastic bonding opportunity for students to get to know their new form group. The highlight of the year was, as always in Year 10, the Christmas Post. This year’s charitable cause was Wipe Your Tears, a local charity that supports children in the North West. After hours of preparation and rehearsal, Year 10 performed their masterpieces to the whole school. In the sweet sales that followed, the year group managed to raise well over £1000. For small charities such as Wipe Your Tears, donations like this are crucial and greatly appreciated. It is certainly the highest donation I have ever seen from Christmas Post fundraising, and was a heartwarming way to enter the festive period. The New Year brought with it a renewed focus on the challenges of GCSE studies, but during this time Year 10 also had time for PSHEE sessions on personal safety, positive mental and physical health, and effective revision strategies. A matter of weeks after Year 10 full reports were completed by staff, the school was closed due to the government imposed lockdown. Staff have frequently informed me of how fantastic their Year 10 groups have been, wowing their teachers with their organisation, engagement and hard work. Alongside continuing their studies from home, Year 10 pupils completed many RAKs (random acts of kindness) as lockdown began to take its toll. PSHEE time has been dedicated to a range of activities, from mindful relaxation techniques to group exercise and home baking. Ms Teichman and I were delighted to welcome back some Year 10 students to school before term ended. During this time, pupils had the chance to take part in Science practicals, one of which involved firing water fuelled rockets on the netball courts! Pupils also had the opportunity to start some mindful artwork, conduct some Biology field research, and even take part in a game of foot golf. Thank you to all the staff that made this possible. The tutor team is looking forward to seeing everyone in person when September comes. 10A will miss the fantastic Dr Fielder, who leaves us for pastures new. The group is in good hands though, as we welcome Mrs Porter to the tutor team in Year 11. We would all like to wish you a happy and healthy summer holiday. Year 10, you have certainly earned the break!
