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Year 8
MISS LEAH HUNKIN HEAD OF YEAR 8
Time really does fly when you are having fun and Term 1 has proved this!
This academic year has felt like a true return to normal.
With no more social distancing, the removal of masks and the return of a full range of CCAs, the energy across the school has been tangible, and it has been fantastic to see Year 8 students getting involved, working hard and trying new things.
CCA’S &
UNPLUGGED CONCERT
At the start of the year, I encouraged the students to take advantage of this year to really learn about their passions and interests and the amazing uptake of CCA activities has really demonstrated that they have taken this on board. From competing in sporting events to performing BSAK Unplugged to writing in the Tribune, the list of
opportunities
that Year 8s have seized is endless.
MELS AND TUTOR TIME
Student wellbeing is always at the forefront of what we do in BSAK and in MELS this term, students have been focusing on forming positive relationships, both with themselves and others. MELS sessions have centred around friendships, mental health and positive communication this term, allowing Year 8 to focus on being the best version of themselves. As always, it's great to see students getting involved and pushing themselves beyond their comfort zones in these sessions.
SCHOOL
PRODUCTION
This enthusiasm was particularly reflected in the incredible amount of Year 8 students involved in the school production this year. Students worked tirelessly day and night to create a fantastic show that truly was a pleasure to watch. We definitely have some budding thespians in our midst. Well done to all
of those involved!
8CE & 8CH ASSEMBLIES
The MELS lessons have also been reflected in our assemblies this term with a focus on how to deal with our emotions and recognising our own
ability to all be leaders.
A real highlight for me however, has been the tutor group assemblies. 8CH wowed us in October with their assembly on the moral message of never judging a book by its cover, followed by 8CE taking the stage in November on Anti-Bullying and kindness. Students have embraced the opportunity to take the limelight and push themselves out of their comfort zones. I can’t wait to see what Term 2 and 3 holds!
PINK DAY
On Friday 14th October, BSAK became a sea of pink!
This is another event in the BSAK calendar in which I feel incredibly proud of students for their efforts and participation.
It was fantastic to see so many members of Year 8 dressing up and raising both money and awareness on this day for Breast Cancer.
LIP SYNC
KS3 Lip Sync was truly a spectacle to behold. With music mash ups and an eclectic range of costumes, I know this was an event in the BSAK calendar to remember. Well done to KS3 Centaur, the KS3 winners for this year!
