Welcome back one and all to the final half term of the academic year. Although we are now in Summer mode the weather hasn't really made it feel particularly warm for the first two days. At least it means that our Year 11s haven't been suffering sweltering conditions while taking their exams. I seem to remember that every exam period coincided with a heatwave but thankfully that hasn't quite been the case this time round. It was great to see so many Year 11s in during the half term holiday as the final Revision School took place from Tuesday to Friday. Once again I would like to say how impressed I've been with the attitudes of the students who have taken every opportunity to prepare themselves for their GCSEs. It has also been a fantastic effort from the staff who have given up their time willingly and have gone above and beyond the call of duty to ensure that the students have been fully supported throughout this challenging period of their lives. I would also like to mention that the Year 10s will also be sitting their end of year examinations next week and they have been busy revising and practising answering questions over the half term. It has been made very clear to all the students that they should take these exams seriously and approach them in the same way that they will prepare for next year's GCSEs. It is crucial that all students develop effective Revision Skills so that they give themselves the best chance of success. This is something that they will need to work hard at over the course of the next 12 months and of course they will be given a huge amount of support from staff to build their confidence in this respect. It will be a busy end to the school year and there is still lots to pack in to the rest of the term. I very much hope that students, parents, staff and Governors enjoy the remainder of the school year before a well earned break. J Luck Headteacher
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YEAR 11 PARENTS Please see below a copy of the forthcoming May/June 2015 GCSE Examination Timetable, please note there have been additions made due to a new unitised Mathematics exam being added. This exam will affect approximately 20 students and will be included on the relevant student's individual timetable. Students received their individual examination timetables during the week beginning Monday 20 April 2015 these were printed on BRIGHT GREEN paper. May I also remind you that afternoon examinations will start promptly at 1.00pm not 1.30pm as in previous sessions. Students have already received a Guidance for Students & Parents booklet which is packed full of information regarding the forthcoming examinations but, if you have any questions in the meantime, please do not hesitate to contact me.
YR10 PARENTS - CHANGE TO END OF YEAR TIMETABLE Please find below a copy of the Year 10 End of Year Examination Timetable. Please note that Physical Education has now been added. These exams will be conducted under full exam conditions and will start to prepare the students for the rigour and preparation to sit their actual GCSE's in the summer of 2016. Where possible the examinations will be sat in the Hall, any subject not shown on this timetable will be classroom based during lesson time. This is a generic timetable and students must refer to their individual timetables for precise timings of examinations relevant to them. Students will receive their individual timetables shortly
Key Stage 3 exam dates are shown here for all students in Years 7‐9. The first dates are for a non‐ calculator paper and the later dates are for the calculator pa‐ per. Please can you make sure that students come into school with all the equipment they need. Thank you. Mrs Vermaak, Maths.
Maths Exams (in Main HALL) 23 Jun (NC)
26 Jun (Calc)
P2 or P5
P1 or P2
22 Jun (NC)
25 Jun (Calc)
P3 or P5
P4 or P5
22 Jun (NC)
25 Jun (Calc)
P3 or P5
P4 or P5
Year 7
Year 8
Year 9
Please find below a copy of the Breakfast Revision Timetable for the forthcoming GCSE Examinations. Breakfast Revision Sessions will be taking place in the Canteen from 8am until 8.45am for students sitting exams scheduled to start at 9am. Our Catering staff will provide students with croissants and juice free of charge. These sessions are hugely beneficial and we would urge you to encourage your son/daughter to attend. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. J Draper, Exams Officer
Students are regularly coming into school with cheques with the payee being left blank Can you please ensure that all cheques are made payable to
Roding Valley High School The school cannot be held responsible for any cheques which go missing and are then cashed elsewhere
Are you aged 14 or over (by the end of August 2015)? If so, then this volunteering opportunity could be for you: Volunteers are needed to help children take part in the Summer Reading Challenge in local public libraries during the summer holidays. Volunteering experience is a very useful addition to your CV and/or UCAS application form. Interested? See Mrs Martin in the school library for further information, including a Volunteer Role Description and application form.
Roding Valley High School GCSE ART & PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION INVITATION
Mia Monaghan
Thursday 11th June 2015 4pm—6pm Art Gallery & Rooms A2—A3 All parents and students welcome
Student Absence If your child is unable to attend School for any reason then please report their absence by phoning the school number by 9.30am, you must also ring in each day of your child’s absence.
020 8508 1173 On their return to School please ensure your child brings with them a letter explaining the reason for the absence for our records.
Medical Appointments When possible please make sure you make any medical or dental appointments outside of school time. If this is not possible then please try to ensure that your child attends before and/or after their appointment.
Holidays in Term Time It is not school policy to authorise any holidays during term time except in exceptional circumstances. If you put in a request a ‘Leave of Absence’ form must be completed (these are available at Student Reception). Please be aware if the absence is not authorised and the holiday is taken, the case may be referred to the Education Welfare Service who may issue a Penalty Notice for £120 (or £60 if paid within 21 days) to each parent for each child taken out of school. For full details regarding attendance please see our Attendance Policy which can be found in the ‘Parents’ section on our website or contact Mrs Jeanette Low our Attendance Officer on the school number 020 8508 1173.
Drop in times for Students with Special Educational Needs This year we are trialling some drop in times for parents of SEN students to enable you to discuss your son/ daughter's progress in detail. We will be available at the following times: Mondays 10-11am Wednesdays 1011am Thursdays 2.15-3pm Please email me to book one of these times, or an alternative time if these are inconvenient, at asmith@rodingvalley.net
Supported Homework Club
Learning Zone Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 3.05pm - 3.40pm Everyone welcome A drink and biscuit are provided
Week ending 22nd May 2015 Year 7 Highest Attendance*
7X
Student with Highest Honours
Livvy Turnbull 7X
Form with Highest Honours
7V
Year 8 Highest Attendance*
8R
Student with Highest Honours
Nevaeh Dixon-Booth 8S
Form with Highest Honours
8V
Student of the week
Keelan Wilson 8X nominated by Mr Ehsan for doing exceptionally well in his mini assessment and working independently in class.
Year 9 Highest Attendance*
9W
Student with Highest Honours
Grace Horsford 9U
Form with Highest Honours
9Q
Class of the week
9R/Hi nominated by Mr Cocker for their excellent work on Indian Independence 9T/Gg nominated by Ms Cordwell for excellent attitude to learning and working really hard on their assessments
Year 10 Highest Attendance*
10R
Student with Highest Honours
Anna Cullers 10U
Form with Highest Honours
10T
Student of the Week
Shyla McDonald 10V, Elizabeth Harbutt 10V and Emily Girvan 10T nominated by Mrs Barrett for consistent effort and excellent work in Health & Social Care Kacie Yianni 10X nominated by Mrs Atkinson for always working really hard in her English lesson and already working towards exceeding her target grades
Class of the week
10b/En4 nominated by Mrs Atkinson 10a/Sc1 nominated by Mr Poovilingham for their hard work and outstanding effort in completing homework
School Website Please visit our school website to find details of any recent letters home, the Student Bulletin and previous copies of the Parent Bulletin www.rodingvalley.net
Access to Water in School Parents, please be aware that the canteen has jugs of water available both during lunchtime and break time for all students to access. Bottled water is sold at all outlets Large bottle 50p Small bottle 25p
ICT Coursework Sessions Every Friday Lunchtime With Miss Wilson in ICT4
If a student is overdrawn or has no money on their lunch account, they will always be sold water.
Maths Support
Monday, Wednesday & Friday After school M5
Maths Club
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Tuesday & Thursday Lunchtime M3
Drum Lessons One to One, Two to One and Small Group lessons available. Learn with your friends! Learn to play the drums from as little as £5 per week Contact: jameswelsted@hotmail.co.uk
Guitar Lessons Lessons slots are available on Mondays with lessons priced at £12 per half hour. Please contact Steve van Niekerk on vn.steve.vn@gmail.com if you are interested.
www.jwdrums.co.uk
School Shop Opening Times
LIBRARY OPENING TIMES
Before School: 8.30am - 9.00am
The library is open to all students for homework , G.C.S.E. work and private study / reading at the following times :
Break: 11.00am - 11.20am Lunch: 1.20pm - 2.05pm After School: 3.05pm - 4.00pm STUDENTS WILL NOT BE SERVED OUTSIDE THESE HOURS
Monday - Friday (excluding Tuesday): Before school 7.15 am – 8.30 am , break time , lunch times and after school for homework club 3.15 pm – 4.15 pm. Tuesday: Before school 7.15 am - 8.10 am , break time and lunch times. Access for early opening is via the door by resources. Julia Martin / Stephen Murray
Singing Lessons Private singing lessons are now available. Please contact Gemma Kirk for more details and to book your slot. email: g.kirk_88@hotmail.com