King Edward VI School
February Bulletin 9th February, 2012
T
he first half of term concluded with an outstanding sell-out production of Alan Bennett‟s “The History Boys”. This, as well as a combination of various school trips and activities, mid-sessional examinations and A level modules has understandably left some very tired children and staff in need of a break. Congratulations go to the 13 students who have received offers from Oxford and Cambridge.
Anvil Concert Hall, Basingstoke at 7.30pm on 14th March, 2012
We have had a good term on the sports field in spite of the frustration of some weather based cancellations. A particular achievement is that of the U16 netball team who have won a place at the National Finals.
To celebrate the Cultural Olympiad KES musicians will be staging a sparkling Gala Concert at the Anvil. The concert will feature the Symphony Orchestra, Second Orchestra, Big Band and Choirs and we will be joined by our musician-in-residence, Matthew Barley, and guest choirs from Prince‟s Mead, Sherborne House, Springhill RC Primary, Stroud and Twyford schools. Tickets, priced £6, are on sale now from the Anvil Box Office at box.office@anvilarts.org.uk or by clicking here or Tel: 01256 844244.
Preparations are also well underway for our Olympic celebrations, beginning with the spring concert taking place at the cultural Olympic venue at the Anvil in Basingstoke – tickets are selling very fast! Our major project for the summer will be a significant extension of the music department facilities including a new recital and rehearsal space. Work begins over the Easter holiday and then continues from June. We hope to have the project finished in September.
Tickets are selling fast so to secure a good seat, BOOK NOW!
I wish you a good break over half term and hope to see a number of you at parents‟ evenings and other events in March.
KESSOC Lecture - Friday 11th May We are delighted to announce that we will be welcoming Geoff Holt MBE, „Inspirational Yachtsman‟ as our guest speaker.
AJ Thould Head Master
Tickets £5 to include a glass of wine University Open Days Click here for more information. The University Open Day programme for 2012 is now available and is accessible with related information on the website or by clicking here. If parents wish to join us, please make payments through KESpay and ask your son/daughter to let Miss Jordan know how many seats to reserve.
GCE Advanced Level Unit Results : January 2012 A Level Results from the January 2012 examination series will be available to Upper Sixth pupils in the Sixth Form Study Centre from 8.30am on Thursday 8th March. 1