Thursday 10 October……….………...…...Sixth Form Music & Art Scholarships
Thursday 10 October Year 10 Art, Photography & Textiles Trip to Kew Gardens
Friday 11 October…………………….Sixth Form Drama & Sport Scholarships
Feast Day of St.Thérèse of Lisieux
On Tuesday we celebrated the Feast Day of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, the Little Flower, our Patron Saint. The highlight of the day was the celebration of Mass, where the entire school community came together, and we were delighted to welcome local parishioners who joined us afterward for tea and cake.
SIXTH FORM NEWS
I hope you have had a lovely week.
This week the A-level mathematicians put their skills to the test by taking part in the Senior Maths Challenge. They tackled 25 complex questions with a problem-solving format.
On Thursday, the Year 13’s gave tours to the Year 6 pupils around the Senior School. The event started with an assembly given by Dr McShane, and two speeches, one given by the previous Head Girl of the Prep School, Lainey H, and the current Deputy Head Girl of the Senior School, Amelia S-M, informing the Year 6s of all the fun and excitement that is ahead for them. In pairs, the Year 13s then toured the pupils and their parents around the school, giving them insight into what life is like here.
Self-defence lessons on Fridays have continued, with students in both years gaining valuable skills and resources to protect ourselves and one another. Enrichment for this week consisted of a yoga session or taking a peaceful walk around the lovely grounds.
Year 13 have also been continuing with their UCAS applications, with the first few now being submitted. Congratulations!
I hope you have a lovely weekend, Amelia S-M (Deputy Head Girl)
JUNIOR PUBLIC SPEAKING CLUB
On Tuesday 2nd October, 2 teams from our Junior Public Speaking Club competed in an InterTrust event against Cranmore and Manor House. In the words of the judging panel: all teams showed 'courage, confidence and certainty' as they presented their chosen motions in a really entertaining and engaging way. St Teresa's Team 1 debated the motion: Punishment in Schools Does Not Work and St Teresa's Team 2 debated: Binge-watching is Harmful to Our Health.
All speakers represented the school very impressively and demonstrated outstanding team spirit. The winning team was Manor House with their insightful debate on: Electric Vehicles are the only Road to Take. We thoroughly enjoyed hosting and welcoming the schools in our Trust and congratulations to our very strong teams comprised of: Florence M, Alana E, Bella VS, Hollie P, Chloe S and Eva S.
In aid of National Poetry Day on Thursday 3rd October, the English Department would like to share a poem with you by Evangelina P.
“You, Me, Coffee and Tea,”
“You want some?” He said smiling. No, beaming at me.
“Well, I’ll see.” I wasn’t really sure what I would get, but, neither did he.
I walked into the shop, the smell of cake and cream waving at my nose.
It was beckoning me closer.
“Seems like you like the shop huh?” He said, laughing. He was such a joker!
He paced back and forth, twiddling his thumbs this way and that.
It sort of looked like a silly dance! I joined in, taking off my hat.
Up and down, left and right. I felt free and at ease!
He looked up at me with a treat in his hand and tried to feed me the delicious snack, “Have some!”
I snatched it from him and glared, he wasn’t my mum.
I bit into the treat,
It felt like bombs of colour were released in my mouth!
It was amazing! I could taste every bit of it and- ooh! Was that blueberry?
I looked up from my seat, feeling merry.
I turned and looked around… where was everybody?
The once bustling shop turned into a deserted wasteland. I sat down again sadly.
All that sat in front of me was a cup of coffee. It was his cup of coffee.
I turned my head slowly outside; why was our time together so short?
I remember a time where we used to ask each other,“You, Me? Coffee and Tea?”
Now if someone asks me that same question.
All I am able to say is “No.” Because no cup of tea is complete without his cup of coffee.
YEAR 7 ENRICHMENT LESSON
As part of our Life Skills enrichment sessions, our Year 7 pupils have been diving into the mechanics of how a car works. This week, they learned practical skills like how to check oil levels and where to add windshield washer fluid an especially valuable lesson with the rainy season upon us!
ONE OCEAN TEAM V3NTURE FLAG COMPETITION
The challenge is to design a flag that will be held up by Team Ventura after rowing across the Atlantic Ocean! The team consists of army veterans that are undertaking the Talisker challenge, rowing a distance of 3000 miles from San Sebastian to Antigua, and they want One Ocean students to design a flag that will wait for them at the finish line. The deadline is 7 October 2024 and drop your designs with Mrs Menzies.
BOARDING NEWS
Welcome back to another fabulous week in boarding! We have had an exciting time filled with creative activities and memorable experiences.
This week, we delved into the world of ceramic painting, and it was a true delight! Over the weekend, we took the girls to choose their very own ceramic pieces, allowing them to unleash their imaginations as they painted unique designs. It was inspiring to see their creativity come to life, and the results were absolutely wonderful!
In addition to our artistic endeavours, we also enjoyed a scenic walk to the local coffee van, where the girls enjoyed delicious hot chocolate against a stunning backdrop. The combination of warm drinks and a beautiful view made for a perfect outing, creating cherished memories.
Throughout the week, the girls also engaged in various games, including our favourite "Dress to Impress." It was fantastic to witness their competitive spirit, all while showcasing excellent sportsmanship. The laughter and camaraderie among the girls truly highlighted the sense of community we cherish in our boarding house.
As we look forward to more fun-filled activities in the coming days, we can’t wait to create even more wonderful memories together!
MACMILLAN FUNDRAISER EVENT
FOST would like to thank everyone who supported this event, either by attending the coffee morning or donating online, as well as all those involved in the organisation.
An amazing £1041 was raised for Macmillan Cancer Support.
DUKE OF EDINBURGH
BRONZE -YEAR 9
Training Day: Saturday 1 March at St Teresa's (with Year 10)
Practice Expedition: 14-15 June 2025
Qualifying Expedition: 13-14 Sept 2025
You can sign up here (Deadline 30 September)
BRONZE -YEAR 10
Training Day: Saturday 1 March at St Teresa's (with Year 9)
Practice Expedition: 17-18 May 2025
Qualifying Expedition: 7-8 June 2025
You can sign up here
SILVER -YEAR 11
Training Day: Sunday 29th September 2024
Practice Expedition: Friday 4th - Sunday 6th October, 2024
Qualifying Expedition: Friday 20th June – Sunday 22nd June, 2025 (early departure from
THEATRE VISIT
YEARS 10 &11
The English department have arranged for the superb Globe Players Theatre Company to come into school on the morning of Wednesday 16 October, to perform scenes from ‘An Inspector Calls’ for Years 10 and 11. The performance will begin at 09:30 in Mairlot Hall. This will be an excellent opportunity for all pupils to revise and consolidate their understanding of this GCSE text.
Please use the link below to confirm attendance by Friday 4 October. https://forms.office.com/e/vra8vuamcU
BODY CONFIDENCE WORKSHOP
with Talullah Ohea Monday, October 7th 6:00 – 7:00pm
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/opf-rdwg-ovx
SHOEBOX APPEAL
The Children in Distress charity has been sending shoeboxes as gifts to the marginalised and needy in Romania for the past 30 years. This program has provided hope to thousands of Romanian families and we have been glad that as a school community we have been able to support this endeavour.
Please bring your shoeboxes into school in the week beginning Monday 14th October and no later than Friday 18th October. This leaflet contains the information regarding how the shoeboxes should be packed. Please pay particular attention to the section entitled ‘How to pack your Christmas Gift SHOEBOX’ on the second page. Hard copies of this leaflet are available at the Main Reception.
HARVEST FESTIVAL
Wednesday 16 October
As a community we want to reach out to those who need a helping hand in our local area. This year, we will be collecting goods for the Cranleigh Food bank. A list of suggested items will have been sent to you. All donations will be most gratefully received and they will be placed directly in the hands of those who really need them. Pupils should bring all offerings to Chapel on the morning of Wednesday 16 October between 8:00 to 8:30am.
SIXTH FORM & YEAR 11 SPANISH TRIP TO BFI SOUTHBANK
The Spanish Department has arranged for the Sixth Form and some Year 11 pupils of Spanish to attend a workshop at the BFI Southbank London, on Friday 15 November from 10:30 am till 3:30 pm, about the film Volver by Pedro Almodóvar. The Workshop is an introduction to director Pedro Almodóvar’s themes and styles and will be structured in response to the AQA A level specifications. Please do complete the link sent to confirm attendance.
St Francis Blessing
It was wonderful to welcome so many of you to our St Francis pet Blessing this morning.
Farewell to Gary
Today, the entire school community came together to bid a heartfelt farewell to Gary, who has been an invaluable part of our team. We extend our deepest thanks for his years of dedication, hard work, and unwavering support in making our dining experiences exceptional. At the same time, we are delighted to welcome Harry as our new Catering Manager. We look forward to the exciting contributions he will bring to our school, and we wish both Gary and Harry the very best as they embark on their new journeys.
E-mail: equestrian@st-teresas.com
Call: 01372 750257
Booking System
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Or find us on Facebook “St Teresa’s Equestrian”
We hope that you have had a good week.
A reminder to bring appropriate layers for the weather as it has been chopping and changing this past month as we only have a limited number of waterproofs to borrow. Please remember that no hoods or jewellery are to be worn when riding or around the horses.
.Please enquire at the office or by email for more information.
Dates for October Half Term, Christmas Holidays and February Half Term are available to book!
We are running Pony Mornings, Pony Afternoons, Private Lessons and Lead Hacks!
Have a look on the EcPro booking system to see what is available.
NSEA News by Lucy
I am very happy to share that the school equestrian team was out competing again at the weekend and had some fantastic firsts as well as results:
Firstly, for the first time ever, we had enough riders to make up a dressage team; Claudia B, Electra B and Lilly S all rode lovely dressage tests to get placed as a team in 4th place and Lilly as an Individual in 6th place. What a wonderful start for them and a fantastic position to build
Secondly, we had new riders out competing for the first time who all got placed in their classes!! Fenella B (3rd in the 60cm), Lyla B (3 70cm) and Sophia S (4th in the 70cm) did an amazing job and qualified for the Grass Roots Regional Finals as well as the Grassroots Championships at Hickstead in August.
Please do join me in sharing in their successes!!
This Week
Bible Reading
A reading from the first letter of St Paul to the Thessalonians:
Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
Hold on to what is good, reject every kind of evil. May God himself, the God of peace, make you holy, through and through.
Reflection
We have reflected on the lives of the saints and been reminded that our happiness is to be found in Holiness. This week we celebrated the lives of St Teresa of Lisieux and St Francis of Assisi. Two different people living in different places and times but both uniquely close to God. Both shone out with the love of God.
Prayer
Most High, Glorious God, enlighten the darkness of our minds.
Give us a right faith, a firm hope and a perfect charity, so that we may always and in all things act according toYour Holy Will.Amen.
Soup of the day
Tomato & basil
MENU
Roasted winter vegetable Leek & potato
Spiced roasted butternut squash
Main Chicken tikka masala with rice & poppadums
Eat healthy choice
Vegetarian
Soy & honey glazed pork loin steak with rice noodles & Asian greens
