Senior Bulletin 10 March 2023

6 March 2023

This Week’s Headlines

This Week’s Headlines

Monday 13 March - Friday 17 March……………………...Science Week

Monday 13 March & Tuesday 14 March………Science CSI Evening 17:30

Tuesday 14 March……………………….Year 8 Careers Workshop 8:55

Tuesday 14 March………………………………………….Music Festival

Wednesday 15 March & Thursday 16 March...World Scholars Cup 10:15

Wednesday 15 March…………………………...Community Mass 16:30

Thursday 16 March………………...Parents’ EveningYears 12 - 13 17:20

Friday 17 March….…………………………..Year 9 Friendship Talk 8:55

Friday 17 March….…………………………Year 8 Friendship Talk 12:15

Friday 17 March…...………………..Parents’ Seminar - Friendship 15:15

Friday 17 March…..…………………………………...Jazz Evening 18:30

Saturday 18 March……………..Ballet Trip to Royal Opera House 13:00

Saturday 18 March…………………...Bronze D of E Expedition departs

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

To celebrate International Women's Day, our Head Girl Team presented on the reason we celebrate the day in this week's assembly. They talked about the theme of this year which is to Embrace Equity.

SIXTH FORM NEWS

Hello everyone, I hope everybody had a lovely week, despite the cold!

We have had a very eventful week in Sixth Form, kicking it off on Monday with the International Women's Day assembly given by the Head Girl Team. This year’s theme was embracing equity, which the International Women’s Day Organisation defines as recognising that each person has different circumstances and ensuring that everyone is given the same resources and opportunities needed to reach an equal outcome. The girls learnt about three intellectual women: Rosalind Franklin, Ada Lovelace and Katherine Johnson, who all made groundbreaking discoveries in their fields but whose work was credited to men. They also heard about women who have acted as role models to members of staff in the school and received a purple ribbon to mark the special day.

On Tuesday, the whole of Year 12 attended a UCAS convention in Surrey Sports Park to visit multiple wellknown universities such as Southampton, Nottingham and Sheffield. The girls really enjoyed talking to representatives from lots of universities and exploring the broad range of courses available to them. It allowed them to discover courses that they hadn’t thought of before and will be very beneficial to them when applying to university in Year 13.

On Tuesday lunchtime, St Teresa’s received a visit from a St T's alumna, Mrs Reid Banks, a famous British author of the best-selling “The Indian in the Cupboard.” She kindly donated her latest (and 48th!) book ‘The Red Red Dragon’ to our library. Our previous Deputy Head Girl, Emma W, along with the Head Girl Team from Prep School, gave Mrs Reid Banks and her son a tour of the school. The Head Girl Team arrived back at school just in time to meet her and find out what life was like at St Teresa’s in the 1940s. It was such a pleasure to meet such an inspirational woman and we hope that she comes to visit again soon!

Wednesday saw large amounts of snow on St Teresa’s grounds, resulting in the school’s closure for a ‘snow day’. The staff acted quickly to ensure that all lessons were available to attend online, including a relaxing hour of yoga for the Sixth Form and staff, run by Ms Elliott. When we returned on Thursday, we all enjoyed walking and playing in the snow, glad to have the school open again so soon.

On Thursday, the annual Oxbridge Programme trip went to the Oxbridge Masterclass UK Student Conference, hosted in Oxford. The trip was open to all girls from Years 10-13. The programme for the day included Science and Humanities seminars in addition to specialist sessions about applying to Oxbridge, for example Dr Julie Arliss’ session about “Oxbridge interview questions to help stretch and challenge flexible minds”.

Last Friday, as a treat to help them to relax after their mocks, the Year 13 students participated in a Sound Bath during their Friday Enrichment lesson. Hannah P said that the sound bath included gongs, crystals and Himalayan bowls and it was very therapeutic and really aided them to unwind. She also commented that girls felt that they were ‘in a deep state of relaxation’ and felt an increased sense of calm. The music, made by the variety of instruments, sent many students into a state of rest and Hannah said that they were all fascinated by the experience, feeling a reduced sense of stress. The sound bath was conducted by Sue Greenwood who has a PhD in music. Hannah highly recommend joining one of her sessions if you can.

I hope everyone has a wonderful week ahead and that you take some time to explore the women who have influenced your life.

Julia T Deputy Head Girl

BOARDING NEWS

The boarders enjoyed a fun packed weekend.They went to 'Gripped' in London. High ropes, zipwires and slides! Ms Lynch took the girls for a Starbucks afterwards to praise their bravery. The rest of the weekend was spent playing basketball games and Just Dance! They were exhausted.

It was World Boarding Staff day on Monday.The boarding team enjoyed cookies and Tea in the afternoon and were given flowers of appreciation.Thank you, girls!

Next week we are planning to go shopping in London and to see the sights.

SNOW DAY

YEAR 7 SCIENCE CLUB

This week Year 7 science club tested the parachutes they have been working on for the last few weeks. They all made excellent parachutes and no eggs were broken!

INTERHOUSE MUSIC FESTIVAL

SPRING ENSEMBLES CONCERT

GLOBE THEATRE TRIP

On Tuesday 7th March a group of Year 8s and 9s enjoyed a trip to the Globe to see a production of the Tempest. Despite the cold weather, fluffy blankets, hats and scarves ensured everyone stayed warm and enjoyed the show.

ROTARY DISTRICT FINALS

On Sunday 5th March, our Intermediate Public Speaking Team participated in the Rotary District Finals in Mairlot Hall. They won two previous rounds to get to this stage of the competition and competed against three other strong teams. The competition was very tough but the girls spoke confidently and held the attention of the audience exploring their chosen motion: ‘British Sign Language should be part of the National Curriculum.’ Amelia chaired the team with an admirable calm manner and ensured the debate was delivered with purpose. Georgina spoke passionately about the benefits of introducing British Sign Language in schools and was awarded ‘Best Proposing Speaker’ for her delivery. Sophia represented the opposing side of the debate and also spoke excellently showing a deep understanding of the topic. The audience and judges were thoroughly impressed and the girls are delighted to be going through to the next round: The Regional Competition, as ‘Runners Up.’ Congratulations!

YOUNG KENNEL CLUB GROOMER

Fenella B (Year 10) has been at Crufts this week. Fenella won her class and then won overall, so is now the Young Kennel Club Groomer of The Year!

CCF PAINTBALLING

The CCF will have the opportunity to participate in an afternoon of paintballing at Delta Force, Cobham. The trip will be a fun and engaging experience for all of the participants. We will be meeting at Delta Force at 12:15 for games to commence at 12.30. Pick up at 15.30 from the same location. Please give your permission for your daughter to join this trip by completing the consent form.

https://forms.office.com/e/YUM4sbcXfR

SPORTS DAY COVER COMPETITION

• Create your own drawing/design/pictogram

• The piece can be presented in any form e.g. Painting, drawing, photoshop design, cartoon

• Your piece will be on the front cover of the sports day programme and will be featured in the bulletin

• Merits will be given to anyone who enters

• Prizes will be given to the best designs

• Year 8 Brief – long-distance running

• Colour palette – light green and white

Due date – Tuesday 25th April

If you have any queries Email pia.Ferrucci@st-Teresas.com or neve.scott@st-teresas.com

ECO REQUEST!!!!!

The green fingered students have started introducing indoor plants into the Form Rooms across the school in an Eco boosting initiative. In the spirit of the Eco Club the plants have either been re-homed or have been propagated, but we are still a few short so if you happen to have any that you would like to donate we would appreciate it.

In the same spirit of re-using we are also looking for any saucers or medium sized plant pots.

Thank you from the Eco Council

BOUGH BEECH RESERVOIR TRIP

The chemistry department has arranged for all of Year 10 to visit Bough Beech reservoir and treatment works. This trip is a great opportunity for pupils to gain a better insight into potable water, how it is produced, how much energy is involved and the importance of conserving water. It directly supports the GCSE curriculum and provides an opportunity to see how the science works. The trip will take place on either Tuesday 27th June or Tuesday 4th July, and your daughter will be informed nearer the time on what day she will be attending. If you consent to your daughter attending, please do complete the consent form and return it to s.evans@stteresas.com by the 31st March at the latest.

WORLD SCHOLAR’S CUP

The World Scholar’s Cup Surrey London regional round is due to be hosted at St Teresa’s on Wednesday 15th and Thursday 16th March. The following events on Wednesday are open to parents: Opening Ceremony in Mairlot Hall and the team debate in the Sixth Form classrooms. On Thursday, parents will be welcome to attend the Closing Ceremony in Mairlot Hall. If you do choose to attend any of the events, please ensure that you check in at Reception first. Pupils should arrive at school as usual on Wednesday in full school uniform and their school bag containing the resources for their period 1 lesson, as well as a pencil case, paper, and a device for the competition. Pupils should arrive at school as usual on Thursday; however, they may wear their own clothes for the day (smart casual attire, please).

YEAR 7 RESIDENTIAL

The Year 7 Residential to Blackland Farm on the 18th and 19th May is fast approaching! A meeting will be taking place to provide further information and answer any questions in advance of the trip. This will take place in the Sixth Form Lecture Theatre at 17:00 on Thursday 23rd March. It would be lovely to see as many parents present as possible.

We appreciate that this time may not be convenient for everybody. Therefore, we will also be streaming the meeting via Microsoft Teams. It will be possible to access using the below link.

Click Here to Join the Meeting

SKI TRIP

Amadé is a huge ski expanse made up of 29 resorts, bringing guaranteed snow (highest lift 3016m) The huge Salzburger Sportwelt resort, boasting 760km of piste, is considered the best ski area for schools. The trip is open to all in current Years 7-12, first-time or experienced skiers. There are 40 places available on the trip. The trip will be running from 23-29 March 2024 (The first week of the Easter holiday) meaning the girls will have 5 days of skiing / 5 hours a day. A letter will have been sent out with a booking form. It is on a first-come, firstserved basis so be quick!

PARENTS’ EVENINGS

Dear Parents/Guardians,

We would like to invite you to your daughter’s forthcoming virtual parents’ evenings via the Parents’ Evening Module on the following dates:

Year 12

Year 13

Thursday 16th March

Thursday 16th March

COMPETITION - WHO ISYOUR MODERN DAY

MARY SEACOLE?

We have an exciting opportunity to enter the Young Seacole Trust's upcoming competition: 'Who is your modern-day Mary Seacole?'

Entries can be a written story, a song or poem, a video or picture! So, there are plenty of options to unleash your creativity!

VALUES WEEK HISTORY COMPETITION

The school values are Faith, Character, Community, Compassion and Intellect. As you know, this year the value we will be focusing on is Intellect. Participating in this competition will broaden your historical knowledge while also developing important skills of reflection, research, curiosity and resilience.

This is an extra-curricular project, which means you will have to find time for it outside of lessons/clubs. You will have a set amount of time to complete the project. During Values Week, your entry will be displayed, and you will have an opportunity to showcase your work to the rest of the school.

KEY DATES

27th February - launch of the competition

27th March - meet with Mrs Marsden-Wilkins to discuss your progress (venue TBC)

22nd May - meet with Mrs Marsden-Wilkins to discuss your progress (venue TBC)

15th June - all projects must be submitted to Mrs Marsden-Wilkins

Week of the 19th of June - Values week begins and you will present your work

During Values Week your work will be judged, with the winners in each year group receiving a prize worthy of the Value of Intellect.

YEAR 7

Objective: Examine the different types of castles between 1066 and 1500

· Research the history of castles using a variety of resources

· Explain the development of castles over time

· Show your understanding of why changes took place over time

YEAR 8

Objective: Who was the greatest Tudor monarch?

Research the lives and reigns of the various Tudor monarchs

Explain the actions and policies of the monarchs

Evaluate their reigns and decide who the greatest Tudor monarch was

YEAR 9

Objective: What was the biggest turning point in WWII?

Research the events of three crucial moments in WWII

Explain the outcome of these events and their impact on WWII

Evaluate the events and decide which was the biggest turning point in WWII

TEFL COURSE

One of the additional qualifications that we offer within our Sixth Form Enrichment Programme is the TEFL qualification. If your daughter wishes to undertake the TEFL course at school on the 28th March please complete the reply slip emailed out earlier, giving your consent for the cost of £99 to be added to your school bill. The deadline for reply slips to be returned is Monday 13th March.

Friday 17th March

6:30pm Mairlot Hall Jazz Evening

Monday 20th March

5:30pm Chapel

Wednesday 22nd

Evensong for Lent

March 6:30pm Chapel Classical Concert

MUSIC DEPARTMENT EXTRA CURRICULAR 2022-2023

8.00-8.35am

1.45-2.15pm

6th Form + Staff Choir (PC) M2

Lunchtime

1.15-1.45pm

Grades 1-5

Theory (PC and CY) M2 and M3

Concert Band (NH) MH

Grade 6 Theory (CY) M3

Jazz Group (SW) M2

String Ensemble (GW) M2

Yr 7 Ukulele (CY) M3

1.15-2.00pm Schola Cantorum (CY) MH

Rock Guitar (DS) M3

After School

Symphony Orchestra (CY) MH

Sinfonia (PC) M2

Senior Choir (CY) Chapel

CY = Mrs C Yalden PC = Miss P Cantwell GW = Mrs G Wallace *

SW = Mr S Walker * NH = Mrs N Haysted * DS = Mr D Smith *

* = Visiting Music Teacher

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

TRACY, THE DYNAMITES, MARYLANDBELLES, PENNY, WILBUR, AMBER, EDNA, CORNY, VELMA, PRUDY, LINK, SPRITZERS, THE TWISTERS, SEAWEED, LITTLE INEZ, CINDY WATKINS, GILBERT, MOTORMOUTH, LORRAINE, SOOSIE, MR PINKY, SEACOASTERS & THE GOGO

-6.00

TRACY, CORNY, SEAWEED, LITTLE INEZ, AMBER, GILBERT, CINDY WATKINS, LORRAINE, SOOSIE, LINK, THE DYNAMITES & MARYLANDBELLES, PENNY, WILBUR, EDNA, THE SPRITZERS

SEAWEED, LITTLE INEZ, CINDY WATKINS, GILBERT, MOTORMOUTH, LORRAINE, SOOSIE, LINK, PENNY, TRACY, VELMA, EDNA, WILBUR

PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT

AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES’ TIMETABLE SPRING 2023

TDC (TERESA’S DANCE COMPANY) YEAR 913

CLUBS & EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Year 8 Chemistry Club

Venue - Lab 32

Time - Wednesday 1:40-2:10

Come and experience the fun, excitement and magic of Chemistry in lab 32!

GCSE English Drop In Clinic will be running Tuesdays 1:30 onwards for Years 10 and 11.

GCSE English Master Class for Year 11:

- Thursday 16 March 'An Inspector Calls' room 43 1:35

CHEMISTRYYEAR 11 REVISION SCHEDULE

When: Wednesday 1.45pm

Where: Room 28

Date Topic

15th Quantitative chemistry (triple and trilogy)

22nd Required practicals

29th Chemical analysis (triple and trilogy)

MEDSOC NOTICE

Exciting club open to all Years 10 to 13. If you are interested in all medical (including dentistry and veterinary science) related issues and like to discuss ethics, assess case studies, be up to date with current affairs in the field and listen to speakers then let Dr Evans know so you can join the team.

We meet on alternate Tuesday lunch times, 1:151:45pm, Room 29

Please email Dr Evans for further information.

For information on the FOST Mothering Sunday flower order - please see separate FOST Mothers Day PDF for details

This Week

In Chapel this week we reflected on the account of the Transfiguration. Jesus took his closest followers and took them up a hill. In Scripture this is always an indication that we are in the place where Heaven and Earth meet and this was, indeed, the experience of those followers. In that sacred place, Jesus’ appearance was transformed and those unsuspecting disciples had a glimpse of the heavenly reality, with Jesus in the company of Moses and Elijah, representing the Law and the Prophets, who now worship him. No wonder the disciples were filled with awe, and no wonder that Jesus swore them to silence until after the resurrection, when all of these things would make more sense.

This is a most dramatic example of the Kingdom of Heaven breaking out before the eyes of the disciples - but is that something that we would see. Or perhaps we just don’t notice it. Here are three examples of glimpses of God’s heavenly kingdom breaking out before our very eyes:

- a young man at a London station walks out of a coffee shop, walks over to an elderly gentleman, who clearly lives on the streets. The young man settles down on the pavement beside the homeless man and presents him with a coffee and a sandwich. They sit and chat and, after a few minutes, a smile spreads across both of their faces as they share a joke.

- a young woman in a supermarket helps a mother with a child in her arms to fill a bag with essential items. The young woman, hearing that the mother can’t afford her shopping, offers to pay and slips in a few extra chocolate biscuits for the two other children at home. The mother gently weeps

- and just this week, on Baker Street, a teary eyed student receives the biggest of hugs as a friend sweeps them up in a caring embrace and gently reassures them that everything will be alright

There are glimpses of the Kingdom of God appearing all around us. You just have to spot it!

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st-teresas-equestrian.ecpro.co.uk

We hope that you are all well, but please remember to pack enough layers for riding. The weather has been so different in just a week! First snow and then rain! The staff and the ponies have been wrapping up warm and hugging the heaters. Hopefully the forecast will be better next week.

We will start to plan the timetable for next term, so if you no longer wish to ride then please email us to let us know.

Easter Holiday Activities

We still have availability for Easter! Have a look on our online site to book your spaces now!

A few of the horses had physio and chiropractor treatments this week. This is a good way to make sure that the horses are comfortable and happy, they also love it!

The saddler also came out to see Mouse and Barney so that they will be happy in their lessons.

Beware! The electric fence is back on in the fields. Make sure you don’t touch it!

The horse of the week is… Sidan!

~ Libby C

Good luck for your next competition!

Menu

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Main Locally sourced pork sausages & mashed potato

Eat healthy choice

Spaghetti Bolognese with crusty bread

Roast chicken breast with Yorkshire pudding

Turkey & sweetcorn pie with new potatoes

Traditional battered cod fillet or jumbo fish fingers

Turkey & vegetable tikka masala with vegetable rice

Spanish style chicken & chorizo with wholemeal rice

Beef & broccoli in black bean sauce with noodles

Pulled pork tacos with fresh pineapple salsa & mixed salad

King prawns with Chinese vegetables & noodles

Vegetarian

Cumberland style vegetable sausages & mashed potato

Pasta arrabiata Leek, potato & mature cheddar bake

Red lentil & vegetable tikka masala with rice

Macaroni cheese with green salad

Sides Mashed potato Broccoli

Dessert Chocolate brownie

Crusty bread Peas & sweetcorn

Roast vegetables Mixed vegetables

Apple crumble & custard Carrot cake with frosting

New potatoes Carrots

Chocolate sponge & chocolate sauce

Chips Peas Baked beans

Strawberry smoothie bar

Additional Salad Bar

Items in Italic - Sourced from F Conisbee’s, our local butcher