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Cobham Hall News
by Cobham Hall
Monday, 20th February |Week A
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Wellbeing Hot Chocolate and Chat
Children’s Mental Health Week ended with a hot chocolate and chat in the Wellbeing Centre during Friday lunchtime. Students were invited to come along, enjoy some snacks, and sit down and chat with their friends and Mr Kipling.
This is a great way for students to come together and builds a sense of community around the School.
Wellbeing and Anti-Bullying Leads
Sabrina, Martha and Henrietta were selected for their roles as Wellbeing and Anti-bullying lead and deputies by Mr Kipling in early October. The were appointed after taking part in an interview where they answered the question: “When it comes to Anti-bullying, what would you like to have happen?”
They impressed Mr Kipling with numerous ideas for activities and training that could inspire positivity around the School. They then took on major roles in organising Anti-bullying week in November, such as ordering the Antibullying flag, handing out green ribbons and organising activities.
Mr Kipling says, "giving students this responsibility offers them autonomy and ownership. Everything is made by them and for them. Everyone can come together to make decisions, come up with ideas, and keep activities new and fresh.”
By having students take charge, Mr Kipling hopes that all students will have a familiar face to speak to and receive guidance from. He explains that, though he will help to guide them, this opportunity allows students to take ownership of the activities. He says, “we enable them to do the things they think are the most important.”
Going forward, Mr Kipling will be putting together a coaching course for Year 12 students to mentor and support students.
A Message from the NHS
The NHS Kent and Medway School Aged Immunisation Service recently visited Cobham Hall to administer the Flu vaccination. If your child missed their vaccine, there is a Flu-only drop-in clinic running on 11th February at Gravesham Community Hospital, Bath Street, Gravesend, DA11 0DG from 9:00am-2:00pm. If you would like your Reception to Year 9 child to receive the Flu vaccine, they welcome you to drop in. Alternatively, if you have a child who is 2 to 3 years old and has not had their Flu vaccine, you can also bring them along.
If you have any questions call 0300 123 5205 or text 07401320923 Monday to Friday 9:00am to 4:30pm.
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Kindness, Trust, Respect, Honesty, Tolerance News Staff vs Sixth Form Netball
Wednesday lunchtime saw a fierce battle between Staff and Sixth Form in a spirited game of Netball. The tournament was intense, with skilful competitors on both sides of the court The AC was full of encouraging supporters, cheering on both Staff and Sixth Form players. The stakes were high, with everyone eager to earn the winning title.
At the end of the match, the Sixth Form players were victorious, winning 17-13. Congratulations Sixth Form, better luck next time Staff.
All the spectators and the players had a fantastic time at the match. Well done to everyone who joined in.
For more photos, see our News Article here: https://www.cobhamhall.com/2023/02/10/sixth-form-vs-staff-netballmatch/
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STEM Academy: CSI Cobham
On Saturday 4th February, we welcomed students from a range of local primary schools, who, with help from our own students, used tools and experiments drawn from forensic science to track down the villain in the murder mystery: Who Murdered the Deputy Head?
Students were provided with a list of suspects and possible motives, then analysed evidence bags with samples found at the crime scene to figure out the culprit/s.
Keep an eye on our website for more detail and photos of the event coming soon.
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Frosty Drive
Thank you to Mrs Thompson for this lovely photo of the early morning sunrise along our frosty driveway.
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Year 13 Volunteering
On Wednesday afternoon, as part of their Personal Discovery Framework lesson, Year 13 volunteered at Leybourne Lakes Country Park. This week, the students finished a hedgerow they started planting last month. The students worked together to put wood chips around the base of each new plant, which reduces weeds and gives them extra nutrients. With plenty of watering in the first year and cutting back the year after, the hedge will take around five years to fully establish Once grown, the hedgerow will provide shelter and homes for a variety of wildlife, including hedgehogs, small nesting birds, dormice and other small mammals, as well as insects and butterflies.
For more, read our News Article here: https://www.cobhamhall.com/2023/02/09/yeah-13-volunteering/
Congratulations Bethany
Bethany, Year 7, is part of a Cheerleading club outside of School, at Kent Cheer Academy, and is competing at All-Star level for the first time this season
Her team ‘Chrome’ won their first competition of the season last weekend. The academy had 11 teams competing, and 8 came first in their division.
Well done, Bethany. We’re all cheering you on.
Boarding Activities
Our Boarders had a fun weekend full of lots of exciting trips and activities.
On Friday, Year 12 and 13 Boarders went on a restaurant trip and had some delicious pizzas.
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Their Saturday activity was pizza making, where some very creative pizzas were cooked. Well done to everyone who took part, they all looked amazing.
On Sunday, Boarding visited the Tower of London. It was a fantastic day out, full of lots of history and interesting information.
