Monday 10th June 2019 Please see our PTFA Facebook Page Contact school: sch.164@educ.somerset.gov.uk Website: https://stbenedictsjuniorschoolglastonbury.org/ Quote of the week: “All children must learn wisdom and tolerance. These are like the two wings of a bird: if one wing is broken, the bird cannot fly.” Geshi Wangchen
Pupils and staff of St. Benedict’s enjoyed a rare treat last week as they visited Chalice Well to meet some very special guests – The Tashi Lhunpo monks of Tibet. As well as relishing the opportunity to learn about the monks and their mesmerising sand mandalas, the children also learnt more about ways to improve their wellbeing, with sessions about mindfulness. In addition to this, there were visits to school from Michael Ormiston, who delivered a Tibetan singing bowls session to each year group, and an esteemed visitor in the form of Geshi Wangchen, a close friend of the Dalai Lama, who not only enjoyed a tour of St. Benedict’s, but blessed our new wellbeing space – a truly special moment! Parents also got involved as a number of you signed up for the Mindfulness sessions on Friday afternoon. Our thanks to Natasha and David and their Chalice Well team for allowing us to be a part of the week.
It’s finally arrived… our very first BENFEST! Look no further for amazing Friday night entertainment! The fun starts from 5pm with live children’s performances to get the party going! Then, later on there’s a fantastic line-up of local acts including LAZY DAYS, BECKY GRENTER AND JOSH FAULKNER. YEAR 6 STALLS CAN YOU DEAL WITH THE LEGO WALK OF PAIN!? IF NOT, CHALLENGE A FRIEND! JUMP AWAY YOUR WORRIES ON OUR BOUNCY CASTLE!
GREAT RAFFLE PRIZES TO BE WON! TASTY TREATS ON OFFER WITH THE ‘PIZZAS AND PUPPETS’ VEGAN AND VEGGIE PIZZA VAN AS WELL AS OUR PTFA BBQ FINISH IT OFF WITH A VISIT TO THE ICECREAM BIKE!
£1 a ticket for over 14s, everyone else FREE!
Unicorn Class got to come to school in mufti after being crowned attendance champions for last half term. With a super-impressive attendance of 99.7% over the half term, they blitzed the other classes and looked very proud when they showed up in their own choice of clothes last Friday. CONGRATULATIONS, UNICORNS!
This Friday sees your first ever BenFest and we need you! If you can, please give your support to help with stalls, serving food and drinks or helping to set up. We need people all week to help organise and set up. Also, as much help as possible on Friday during the day and in the evening. Please give generously of your time – it’s a team effort!
THE CHALLENGE IS ON… Can anyone knock Unicorns from their throne? This half term’s attendance challenge IS NOW ON… make sure you get to school every day to maximise your class’s chance of success! The winning class get a mufti day in July!
If you can’t help, then please do your bit by coming on the night.
ATTENDANCE CHAMPS! Attendance for week 20th – 24th May: Cat Class: Unicorn Class: Chameleon Class: Owl Class: Spider Class: Tortoise Class: Peacock Class: Leopard Class:
94.5% 93.7% 97.8% 95.2% 96.5% 91.4 % 98% 98.1%
Then you could be just the person we need! We are looking for parent governors to join our enthusiastic governing body. No previous expertise or experience necessary. If you might be interested, why not call in for more information.
RECYCLE AND RAISE MONEY FOR ST. BEN’S – IT’S A WIN-WIN! You have probably seen our newest arrival at the front of school – it’s our very own recycling unit. Please bring in wearable clothes, paired shoes, handbags & belts. Whatever we collect gets weighed and the school gets paid per kg. Why not have a spring clearout and bring any recyclables to school?!
PUPIL PREMIUM GRANT – HELPING YOUR CHILD, HELPING YOU AND HELPING THE SCHOOL From September, all children in receipt of Pupil Premium will attend all trips for half price. We estimate this is a saving of £200 over four years at school. In addition they may be entitled to Free School Meals (£2.50 a day = approx. £1560 over four years) as well as access to free school uniform and other opportunities and savings. It’s no exaggeration to say that receiving the Pupil Premium grant could save you up to £2000 over your child’s time at St. Benedict’s!! If you think you may be eligible, or wish to find out more, please ask Mr Ranger or the office for more details.
Benfest Raffle tickets Please could you return all raffle tickets by Thursday in readiness for the draw on Friday.
The week ahead Tuesday
11th June
Wednesday Thursday Friday
12th June 13th June 14th June
Monday
17th June
Clubs this week Please note: there will be no Glee club this Wednesday due to staff training. There will be no homework or athletics club this Friday due to Benfest. DASH club (8.00 – 8.30a.m); Drama club 3.15 – 4.30p.m.; Gardening club 3.15 – 4p.m.; Netball club 3.15 – 4p.m. DASH club (8.00 – 8.30a.m.); NO Glee club 3.15 – 4p.m. DASH club (8.00 – 8.30a.m.). DASH club (8.00 – 8.30a.m); NO homework club or athletics club; BENFEST from 5 p.m. DASH club (8.00 – 8.30a.m.); Production club 3.15 – 4.15 p.m.; Chess club 3.15 – 4.15 p.m.