Editor’s Note:
Welcome back to another issue of RVHS Exposed! We are now coming to the end of our first half term back. For me, it has been a half term of change given that I am now in the Sixth Form, but it’s also a half term I’ve greatly enjoyed, and I hope that everyone else at the school has managed to settle in as well.
This last month has been Black History Month, which we’ve also been learning about in our Personal Development sessions and assemblies. It has given all of us a chance to reflect on racism in the UK and how black figures have been historically ignored in favour of white historical figures. I’d like to thank Tolani and Vienna for their really insightful assembly on Black History Month and the importance of listening to and celebrating the Black community. This is my last edition as Editor of the school magazine. Yes, after five years, four Football League seasons, three Prime Ministers, two Monarchs and one global pandemic, I’m stepping down as Editor.
I’ve really enjoyed my time, and I wish the best of luck to my successor.
In this issue, we have articles on starting school, the best Halloween movies and the origins of The Smiths.
Happy Reading!
Joseph James, Yr 12
Starting School:
Starting school for a new year can be exciting, stressful, happy or sad especially if you have started as a new student, but just remember that Roding Valley is here to support you on every step of your journey.
Why do we go to school?
We don’t only go to school to learn new stuff; school is also very important part of building new relationships and becoming more independent. You can discover a new talent at school, or getting an idea about what you want to be when you are older. All of these tools can help you on the present and future .It is always good to remember that school is not just about learning!
How can I get involved?
You can get involved with the school community in numerous ways here at Roding Valley. We offer a range of clubs some after school and some during lunchtime e.g. creative writing club, spray painting club, clay club, keyboard club, drama club and lots more!! There are also clubs such as Homework club and Maths club to help boost your confidence in education.
Where can I go if I feel worried?
If you are feeling worried, anxious or sad, there are again loads of places where you can go. You can speak to your year progress leader, go to the wellbeing hub where you will find a person to speak about your thoughts freely or email iamnotok@rodingvalley.net. You can also talk to any other teacher they will definitely listen and aid you.
I hope you have an excellent year at RVHS!!
Aneta Charvatova, Yr8
The Smiths:
On the 31st of August 1978, 14 year old Johnny Marr and 19 year old Steven Morrissey met at a Patti Smith gig. Four years later, they would go on to form the 80s indie rock band The Smiths. Alongside bassist Andy Rourke and drummer Mike Joyce, they signed with record label Rough Trade in 1983 and created four albums from 1984 to 1987 -
The Smiths, Meat is Murder, The Queen Is Dead and Strangeways, Here We Come. Combining sounds of 60s Motown with a jangly guitar tone and depressingly poetic lyrics, the band set their place as one of the most influential indie bands of all time.
They have impacted many, including Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher, who said in an interview: “I would love, and it’s never gonna happen, it’s a thing in a parallel universe, if The Smiths got back together. I’m Craig Gannon and I’d go to Johnny [Marr] and say don’t get another guitarist mate – I’m your man.”
Eventually, shortly after the recording of their last album, tensions in the band had become too much. Morrissey disliked Marr working with other musicians, and their personal relationship was becoming strained. Marr left the band in 1987, leading to the breakup of the band - for better or for worse.
Ellie Wakinshaw, Yr 8
Teacher’s Favourite Halloween Movies
Miss Woods
Her favourite Halloween movie is Get Out because it surprised her and it ‘touches on problematic cultural problems’!
Mrs Walker
Hocus Pocus is Miss Walker's favourite. She says it is scary but also has a comedic side to it.
Mr Melvin
He says his favourite movie is Halloween 1! However a more age appropriate show recommended by him is Beetlejuice.
Miss Harris
Miss Harris’ favourite Halloween movie is Rare Exports! She says it's about a Santa who eats kids. While it's more of a Christmas film, it is still a scary film, fitting for Halloween.
Mr Dobson Mr Naidoo
Mr Dobson and Mr Naidoo’s favourite Halloween film is The Shining!
Miss Larkin
Jeepers Creeper is Miss Larkin's favourite scary movie! The quick summary she gave of the beginning of the film was enough to make us shiver. She said that the start was iconic!
Mr Rahman
Mr Rahman's favourite Halloween film is Snow white! He says the evil witch/queen and the concept of forever happy gnomes terrifies him!
Mr Edeko
He says his favourite scary movie is Bambi because Bambi's mother dies! Along with that he also likes Event Horizon and he would recommend it if you are over 18!
Miss Wheaton
Miss Wheaton doesn't like scary movies! She believes it is a consumerism opportunity as many buy costumes and never wear them again which is also bad for climate change!
Miss Cain
Miss Cain believes that the day after, All Souls Day, is more important!
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Made by Lizzie Shepherd and Eylul Ugur, Yr 9
Back to school!
Summer is over fall is here, Back to school for a brand new year!
Pack your things on the bus you go, Make new friends and say hello!, Reading , writing learning more, Than you ever did before, Adding numbers 1..2..3..
So much to do and learn and see, Get ready for your year of fun, Summer is over.
BY: Jenade Rayment, Yr 9