Senior Bulletin 13 Nov 2023

13 November 2023 Issue 1 : 4th September 2020

Autumn Term

This Week’s Headlines

This Week’s Headlines Monday 20 - Friday 24 November………………..…….Year 11 PE assessments in lessons Tuesday 21 November……………………………………...Year 10 & 12 Drama Trip 19:30 Wednesday 22 November……………………………………..Noughts and Crosses 19:00 Thursday 23 November………………………………………...CCF Flying at RAF Benson Thursday 23 November……………..CCF Presentation for new cadets and parents 17:30

Thursday 23 November……………………………………….Noughts and Crosses 19:00 Friday 24 November…………………………………………...Noughts and Crosses 19:00

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, with further information to follow.

Year 8 Thursday 29 February 2024 Year 9 Thursday 18 January 2024 Year 11 Thursday 8 February 2024

Sixth Form Thursday 14 March 2024

SIXTH FORM NEWS Our year 13 Geographers, including Julia, have embarked on a journey to Slapton Lake in Devon to complete their NEA projects as part of their A-Level course, undertaking various data analysis tasks and explorations in Devon. We hope they enjoyed their week down there and we look forward to their return. In Julia’s absence, I am sharing the Sixth Form update with you this week.

On Monday Aleisha and Sophie spoke in the Whole School Assembly about Anti Bullying Week.

Sophie, Senior Prefect: Pastoral, has shared some information about their assembly with us: ‘Sophie and I ran an assembly for the school as it is Anti-Bullying Week. We spoke about the definition of bullying, and top tips that the AntiBullying Alliance has published, as well as ways that St T's students can get involved with 'making a noise about bullying', per this year's theme. Also, the Mental Health Ambassadors have proposed a competition where students can create a poem or artwork about bullying, and what it means to them. The winner will get an edible prize!'

Last week the whole of Sixth Form enjoyed a talk on study skills from a specialist speaker. She shared with us insights into valuable revision techniques, such as the use of mind maps, which can aid memory by 40%. We are all grateful for the talk and are sure that many of the skills will aid us in our revision for our forthcoming exams in the summer.

Some of our Sixth Form girls who are members of Schola Cantorum sang Evensong at Chichester Cathedral on Wednesday. It was a wonderful opportunity to come together and sing in this beautiful setting.

(Jadwiga: Head Girl) In Year 12 Assembly this week Year 12 students had their Personal Tutor launch, whereby each year 12 has the opportunity to select a member of staff as their Personal Tutor. This is a member of staff who works with the Form Tutors and Sixth Form team to support Sixth Form tutors with academic or pastoral help, and to especially will help with making important UCAS decisions in year 13.

The past few weeks we have also been continuing to celebrate many university offers, for a variety of courses all over the UK. We wish the rest of year 13 the best of luck in sending off their UCAS forms!

We hope everyone has a restful weekend!

Georgina (Deputy Head Girl)

BOARDING NEWS The Boarders had a fun packed weekend!

On Saturday afternoon, all the boarders took part in playing archery tag outside. Later that evening they visited Cranmore School to enjoy a wonderful firework display with hot chocolate and sweets.

On Sunday the girls took advantage of the sunny weather and went for a walk stopping for warm drinks and treats at Ranmore Common.

For Anti-Bullying Week, the girls made a video - 'Say no to bullying' The girls had fun making this video and hope to make some more videos in the future.

Preparations are being made for the Boarders Christmas Stall. Next weekend the boarders are doing Pottery painting. We look forward to showing you all their creations!

CCF - LORD MAYOR’S SHOW On Saturday 11th November, Evie T and I took part in the London and South East Regional marching band (L&SER); after being chosen through a selection process from a 2 day camp during half-term at RAF Northolt, and being the only 2 CCF cadets chosen out of L&SER to play the trumpet, for the annual prestigious, Lord Mayor's Show. The show consisted of over 150 floats, and several military and civilian bands including Lord Mayor, Michael Mainelli. The Parade started at 11:03 following the 2 minute silence for Armistice day and was televised on BBC1, we were fortunate enough to make a short appearance! We marched around 15km starting off at Mansion House to the Royal Courts by way of St Paul’s, Cheapside and Fleet Street, returning up the Embankment and Victoria Street making a few detours through narrower streets along the way and were met with cheering supporters!

Once we finished the Parade, Evie and I along with various other instrumentalists from other ATC's were awarded with our silver Regional musician instrumentalist badges which will be sown onto our brassards.

(Written by Sophie Y)

SENIOR MATHS CHALLENGE The Senior Maths Challenge is a 90 minute, 25 multiple choice question Challenge. The problems are designed to make students really think!

Well done to everyone who took part this year, the results are as follows: GOLD: Haiji Z SILVER: Hoi Lam L Siqi J BRONZE: Sophie A Emily E Olivia H Lexin L Elizabeth M Amelia S Louise B Man Kiu C Kirsten S Yuyi Z

CAKE DECORATING In preparation for their GCSE final, the girls have been practicing their decorating skills on tea cakes! They learnt many fabulous techniques using sugar decorations, chopped fruits and meringue to elevate a simple treat to true gourmet status!!

TOP OF THE BENCH The “Top of the Bench” Competition is an annual event organised by the Royal Society of Chemistry. A selection of pupils from local schools are given the opportunity to put their scientific skills to the test, in a series of chemistry themed challenges and experiments!

MUSIC SUCCESS St Teresa's harpist Alana E (Year 7) is one of the youngest members of the National Youth Harp Orchestra of Great Britain (NYHO).

Unique in Europe, the NYHO has forty of the most talented harpists from across the UK and this selective orchestra provides a training platform and wealth of opportunities for dedicated young harpists.

Over the October break, Alana performed in concert with the NYHO alongside the Conservatório Regional do Algarve Maria Campina from Portugal. She loved travelling to London where she learned from the most senior members of both the NYHO and CRAMC orchestras when they performed at The Royal Military Chapel - The Guard's Chapel and forming new friendships with the students from the CRAMC. She then performed in concert with the joint Portuguese and British orchestra the following evening. Pictures attached. The harp orchestra members dress in red to match the red C-string of all harps. Link to their page and the recent concerts here. https://www.facebook.com/photo? fbid=861160259319569&set=a.526265626142369

In the upcoming 2024 Easter Break, Alana will embark on a performance tour with the Youth Harp Orchestra of Great Britain to The Algarve, Portugal and Seville, Spain . This will be her first performance tour abroad with the NYHO and she is looking forward to it very much.

ANTI - BULLYING WEEK This week Year 7 have been involved in the important task of collating comments and feedback, via an anti-bullying suggestions box. Students were asked 'What does bullying look like?' In a scenario-based series of questions. Then, students were asked to provide suggestions for improving our methods and approaches in dealing with bullying. We ran an assembly, which highlighted some of the key aspects in this year's theme, led by the Anti Bullying Alliance campaign 'Make some Noise about Bullying'. We were also fortunate to have our Sixth Form, Year 7 Representative Beth D-T & pastoral representative Sophie R, who will be supporting Year 7 with any issues which have affected them. This week has been a great exchange for student voice and Year 7 have been proactive and innovative in their approach in our aims to combat bullying as part of this focused strategy. We look forward to sharing the results of the campaign soon.

Miss Burgess - Head of Year 7

ECO COUNCIL If you would like to attend the 'One ocean' workshops run by KBR, please sign up via the link, places are limited to 24 students, so this will be on a first come first served basis.

'The extra-curricular programme is run by committed and passionate KBR employees who work alongside teachers and facilitators to mentor students in gaining a deep understanding of the ocean, its interconnection with the climate and planetary health and how to regenerate that health.'

The dates after half term are: Every Thursday from 13:30-14:10 until the 7th December.

NOTICES AFTER SCHOOL YEAR 11 CHEMISTRY REVISION (4.30 – 5.15pm) Room 28

Monday PM

Thursday PM

20th Nov (Bonding)

23rd Nov (Energy change)

27th Nov (Quantitative trilogy)

30th Nov (Quantitative triple)

4th Dec (organic trilogy)

7th Dec (Organic triple)

11th Dec (chemical analysis)

GCSE OPTIONS EVENING You and your daughter are invited to the forthcoming GCSE Options Evening, which will take place on Thursday 30th November from 18.00 to 19.30 in Mairlot Hall. The evening will begin with a short presentation outlining the options process.

After the presentation, Heads of Department from each option subject will be available to discuss their subjects and to answer any questions that you may have. Supper will be available for any girls staying after school. Should you wish for your daughter to have supper, please complete the Microsoft Form using the link below. https://forms.office.com/e/mGGnUy9WVe

ART SCHOLARS TRIP The Art Department has organised an exciting Art Scholars visit to Canterbury Cathedral on Wednesday 29 November. The pupils will have a personal guided tour, which will focus on the art, the medieval stained glass and the Romanesque/Gothic architecture.

Please return the Microsoft form by Wednesday 22nd November. https://forms.office.com/e/yfKHwRGEGh

GCSE ENGLISH LITERATURE TRIP All Year 11 girls will have the opportunity to go to Poetry Live in Brighton on 31 January 2024. This is a fantastic opportunity, to see some of the poets whose work is in the GCSE Literature poetry anthology talk about their work.

Please respond to the form below as soon as possible giving your daughter/ward permission to attend.

https://forms.office.com/r/mB0iRD3AX6

NOTICES THEATRE TRIP - EDWARD SCISSORHANDS All of Year 10, 11 and 12 GCSE/ A Level dancers are invited to watch ‘Edward Scissorhands’ by Matthew Bourne at Sadler’s Wells Theatre on Wednesday 10th January 2024.

The performance begins at 7.30pm, so we will depart school at 4.45pm on a coach and return to school at around 10.30pm. Please complete the form below as soon as possible, but by Friday 1st December at the latest, to confirm that your daughter would like to attend the trip. https://forms.office.com/e/N7fYsT1KVW If you have any questions please contact: e.ossai@st-teresas.com

FLASH SALE! Monday 20th – Tuesday 21st November 2023 20% off ALL in-stock items online at schoolblazer.com during the sale period, while stocks last

YEAR 11 MEDICALS The nursing team will be doing medicals next week for Year 11 pupils. This will only be carried out if your daughter consents to participate.

PUT YOUR CREATIVE SKILLS TO THE TEST!!

This years theme: ‘Rebuilding’ We have received the opportunity to take part in the young artist competition and the young photographer competition, This competition is split between ages:   

Junior - up to and including 10 years old Intermediate - 11 to 13 years old Senior - 14 to 17 years old

attached alongside this is the form and all the information which must be handed/sent to Mrs Uren by Thursday 18th January 2024.

GOOD LUCK!

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EXTRA CURRICULAR CLUBS

MEDSOC Room 38 Open to all in Year 10 - 13

1:45 - 2:10pm

Room 29A Tuesdays 1:45 - 2:10

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FOST CHRISTMAS BROCHURE FRONT COVER WINNER With over 15 entries for our Front Cover the independent panel of judges had a tough time choosing. We loved so many variations of the theme and thank everyone who entered. The St T’s girls are a talented bunch of budding artists and designers!

Our winners are: 1st Place: Elizabeth L Y4 2nd Place: Freya P Y7 3rd Place: Izzy R Y6 The winners can collect their prizes from Senior and Prep Reception on Monday.

Thank you to all the girls who entered. All artwork can be found throughout the Brochure at the fair on 1 December.

RAFFLE TICKETS Please remember to buy your raffle tickets (via link below) for some fabulous prizes. https:// go.eventgroovefundraising.com/ bf57f5/Campaign/Details

Visit our website www.st-teresas.com/ equestrian

E-mail equestrian@st-teresas.com Call

01372 750257

Or find us on Facebook “St Teresa’s Equestrian”

Booking System st-teresas-equestrian.ecpro.co.uk

We hope that you have had a good week.

Tango arrived safely on Tuesday and has spent his time settling back in to our routine. We are very happy to have him back, but we are now on the look out for a new loan home for him. There is no rush as we want to find the right home for him, but if anyone wants to enquire then please contact the office.

As the weather has been very unpredictable in recent weeks, please can you make sure your child comes dressed appropriately to their lessons. Please pack a jumper and waterproof coat. Hoodies should not be worn, and if they are we will ask to tuck the hoods in before being around the horses.

We are aware of some school trips and sporting events over the next week or so. If your child cannot attend one of their lessons, then please let the office know by phone or by email, or the lesson can be cancelled on the booking site. As if you wish to cancel a lesson, we do require 48hrs notice or more in order to offer credit.

Christmas Holidays The Christmas Holiday Activities are available to book on the online system!

There are still some spaces left, so have a look on our booking site or email the office to find out what availability is left.

NSEA News We wish the team luck in their next competition!

During this month of November when we remember our loved ones who have died you are invited to join us for a

MASS OF REMEMBRANCE 22nd November at 4.30 pm in the School Chapel

All are welcome!

MENU Monday

Tuesday

Soup of the day

Tomato & basil

Winter vegetable & lentil

Main

Locally sourced pork sausages & mashed potato

Spaghetti Bolognese with crusty bread

Eat healthy choice

Roasted red pepper, tomato & turkey coated wholemeal pasta with house salad

Spanish style chicken, chorizo & roasted vegetable ragout with wholemeal rice

Vegetarian

Cumberland style vegetable sausages & mashed potato

Ratatouille & mixed bean filled roasted peppers

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Leek & potato

Roasted red pepper & tomato

Turkey & sweetcorn pie with new potatoes

Traditional battered fish fillet or jumbo fish fingers

Beef bourguignonne

Paella with crusty bread

Chinese style noodles & Oriental vegetables

Leek, potato & mature cheddar bake

Red lentil & vegetable tikka masala with rice

Macaroni cheese with green salad

Roast vegetables Mixed vegetables

New potatoes Carrots

Minestrone

Roast chicken breast with Yorkshire pudding

Mashed potato Broccoli

Crusty bread Peas & sweetcorn

Dessert

Chocolate brownie

Peach & raspberry crumble & custard

Pan au choc bread & butter pudding

Chocolate sponge & chocolate sauce

Additional

Salad Bar Summer Fruit Platter

Salad Bar Summer Fruit Platter

Salad Bar Summer Fruit Platter

Salad Bar Summer Fruit Platter

Sides

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

Chips Peas Baked beans

Summer berry smoothie

Salad Bar Summer Fruit Platter