King Edward VI School
May Bulletin 27th May, 2011
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e had a rather staggered start to the term with a late Easter and a royal wedding to contend with but students and staff have coped well and the rhythm of work quickly established itself. This is always a busy term with the focus on public examinations but the weather has been kind to our sport. In particular the cricket pitch has been dry enough to provide suitable conditions in preparation for the Sri Lanka tour in July; it may not be so warm when our expedition departs for Alaska!
Annual Athletics Sports Day 2011 Friday 1st July 1.00pm until 4.45pm on the School field Parents and friends are warmly invited to attend and we would be delighted to see you on the day
We’ve had some drama and music to lighten the pace with a wonderful concert given by Fifth Year musicians and a compelling production of The Madwoman of Chaillot by Jean Giraudoux. We have also hosted exchange visits from Mutterstadt and Le Havre.
KETA buses will leave at approximately 4.45pm and there will be NO LATE BUSES
Leavers’ Celebrations
The past six months have involved much preparation for the next phase of the development of the School site. The major project is the refurbishment of our English and Modern Languages facilities, some landscaping on the Hill Lane site and some additions to the Sixth Form facilities and, less exotic, a new boiler for Wellington!
This year’s Fifth Year pupils have taken the initiative to organise their own Fifth Year Prom on 27th June. Likewise, the Upper Sixth Form leavers have organised their own Leavers’ Ball on the same evening after the Leavers’ dinner, details of which have been provided by Mr Havers. We understand that both Upper and Lower Sixth Formers have bought tickets for the Ball.
This is very much the season of public examinations for those in the Fifth Year and Sixth Form. Students will inevitably be under a lot of pressure but, with sensible preparation and a balance of other activities, we remain confident that they will do well. Please remind your sons and daughters that normal school regulations apply, particularly those relating to summer uniform which is introduced for the whole School when we return after Half Term.
As parents, we thought you would wish to know that the School is not assisting with any arrangements for these events and therefore can accept no responsibility for the conduct of the evening nor for the welfare of the pupils, their behaviour, accident or damage either at the events or during their travel to and from the venues.
The second half of term will be largely focused on examinations but there will be some fun with Sports Day, Activities Day and the Lower School Swimming Gala. Head Master
We do, however, wish them every success in what we hope will be both enjoyable and memorable events. ART EXHIBITION 29th June 6.30 - 8pm in the Art Studio All exhibits are taken from the GCSE and A level courses in Art and Photography ALL WELCOME
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EXAMINATION GUIDANCE
SCHOOL LUNCHES
It is expected that pupils will either have lunch at home, a cooked lunch at school (£3.20 per day) or bring sandwiches. If you would like to change the arrangement you have for your child please email dinners@kes.hants.sch.uk giving pupil name, tutor group and change intended. The deadline for changes for Autumn Term 2011 is
As the examination season looms it is worth noting that AS examinations begin on 16th May and Internal Examinations take place for the First to Fourth Years during the period 16 -23 June. All pupils will be given guidance on revision. First and Lower School pupils will be given a Revision Guide to help them develop their own individual skills in study and revision. Upper School pupils can view subject specific revision guidance on the KES website.
Wednesday 13th July No action is required if arrangements are to continue as at present.
Copies of all guides can be found by clicking Revision Guides
Morrisby Psychometric Testing for all Fourth Year Pupils
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Many of you will be aware that HMC Schools frequently offer Morrisby testing to students in their pre GCSE years. We have conducted Morrisby testing on an opt-in basis for several years. Due to the success of this scheme we have decided this year to provide the test to the whole of the Fourth Year.
The next instalment of £230 is due by Friday 27th May. This can be made via KES Pay or by cheque which should be sent to the Accounts Office and marked on the back with your son/daughter’s name and Ski 2012.
Fourth Year ‘Looking Forward’ Evening for Parents 13th July at 7pm in - Dobson Theatre
These tests are intended to provide detailed profiles of your child’s learning styles, aptitudes and problem solving abilities as well as providing specific careers guidance. The test takes 3 hours and is booked for the morning of Monday 13th June.
(previously advertised as 12th July) The Student Guidance team will examine the implications of A level choices and Mr Courtney and Mr Herklots will look at how we assess students‟ strengths and weaknesses. The Sixth Form team will also be looking at options for the future.
Please click here for more information.
Ultimately, we want our students to be better able to make decisions about their own academic careers, and the evening should help you as parents to help them to do so.
First & Second Year Disco & BBQ Friday 24th June 6pm - 9pm
Tickets £5 Parents interested in sponsorship or programme advertising please refer to your invitation pack for details
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KESSOC
Important deadline for returning School text books
We are grateful to KESSOC for its continued support of school activities and resources. The second annual lecture was given by Joy Lofthouse, a spitfire pilot during World War Two. The Council has granted funds to help our South African project as well as new equipment for our annual summer camp for young carers and support for our Arts Festival. Our new Eco-garden was also financed by KESSOC and designed free of charge by Hilliers. The Mayor will be opening it next month. The KESSOC Social Committee is now busy preparing for the biennial ball in July.
Fifth Year Replacements will be ordered for any books not returned on or before Thursday 23rd June 2011. You will therefore be charged for books lost or not returned by this date. Please be aware that refunds or credits are NOT available for books returned after 23rd June 2011. Upper Sixth After taking account of outstanding monies and school text books which have not been returned we aim to refund your deposit at the earliest opportunity.
Activities Day Friday 8th July There have been many options for your son/daughter to choose from this year including:
Please be aware that replacements will be ordered for any books not returned on or before Tuesday 28th June 2011. We will therefore not be able to adjust your deposit balance or reimburse you for any books returned after this date.
London Imax, Longleat, Monkey World, New Forest Water Park, New Forest Cycling, SWAC, Swimming & Bowling, Woodmill, Bletchley Park, British Museum, Climbing, Mountain Biking, Paintballing, Splashdown and Sailing.
Sailing Regatta Saturday 18th June - Weston Sailing Club
Alongside these trips there will be activities taking place on the School site including Cookery, Sports, Board Games and a Theatre Workshop.
The school sailing regatta is open to all members of the school whether members of the sailing club or not. Own boats welcome if previously booked.
Just a reminder that no school lunches will be provided on Activities Day even if your child is taking part in an activity on the School site.
Full details can be found by clicking here.
King Edward VI School 27th 28th and 29th June 2011
A festival to provoke inquiry, stimulate imagination and unleash creativity through a colourful kaleidoscope of workshops and performances
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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Friday 27th May Monday 6th June Thursday 16th June
Saturday 18th June Thursday 23rd June Friday 24th June Sunday 26th June Tuesday 28th June Wednesday 29th June Friday 1st July Friday 8th July Wednesday 13th July Friday 15th July
Break up for Summer Half Term Second half of Summer Term commences Internal examinations commence First Year finish Monday 20th June Second Year finish Tuesday 21st June Third Year finish Wednesday 22nd June Fourth Year finish Wednesday 22nd June School Sailing Regatta Fifth Year Book Collection First/Second Year Disco and BBQ Please note: First Year Pupil & Parent Tennis Tournament A more comprehensive Upper Sixth book collection calendar, that is updated and & Leavers Assembly reviewed regularly, is available Art Exhibition on our website at Sports Day http://intranet.kes.hants.sch.uk/ Activities Day api/calendar/ Lower School Swimming Gala Fourth Year „Looking Forward‟ Evening for Parents End of Term
Watersports 2011 Information Evening 23rd June at 7pm in the Music Recital Room Lower Sixth Germanists On 28th June a speaker from Southampton University, Dr Andrea Reiter will be giving a talk on film.
Half Term Letters and Circulars These can be found on the school website under the heading Information followed by, letters and circulars. You can also follow the links below for the information you require.
PARENTS EVENINGS 2011/2012 Upper Sixth
Thursday 22nd September 2011
First
Thursday 24th November 2011
Lower Sixth
Tuesday 29th November 2011
Fourth
Tuesday 6th December 2011
Fifth
Wednesday 1st February 2012
Third
Tuesday 28th February 2012
Second
Thursday 8th March 2012
Hospitality for Sports Day Arts Alive programme First & Second Year Disco & BBQ Revision Guides Morrisby Testing If the links are not “clickable”, please copy and paste the following link: http://intranet.kes.hants.sch.uk/api/subwebs/?id=75 This information can also be found on the Parent Portal. If you have not already signed up to the Portal, please email isams@kes.hants.sch.uk for more information. 4