6 of our students nominated themselves for election to the Epping Forest District Youth Council and yesterday the whole school took part in elections, hosted in our hall which acted as a polling station for the day. All of the candidates had to speak to every year group in assemblies about why they should be elected and the prospective students have been campaigning throughout the last few weeks. There are 2 places available on the council and we will be notified by Epping Forest District Council of the results in due course. Regardless of who is successful, I would like to congratulate all of the candidates-Matthew Tinker, Jake Forecast, Amber Wigley, Doncho Atanassov, Drew Lachman and Natalie Walker-for their campaigns in assembly and the way they presented in assemblies. The representatives from the District Council who oversaw the event also commented on the superb behaviour and mature attitudes of our students who voted throughout the day. Congratulations go to Laura Barritt (11U) for winning the Jack Petchey award for the month of March 2014. Laura is a very well deserved winner for her contribution to the life of the school and for being such an amazing role model for our younger students. One of the large national teaching unions, the National Union of Teachers, has confirmed that industrial action will take place on Wednesday 26th March 2014. As a result we will have a significant number of staff taking part in a national strike action on this day. There will obviously be disruption to the normal running of the school, however I am looking at the impact of this action and will let parents know by the start of next week how the strike will affect us. I would anticipate, however, that there will be severe disruption that may affect our ability to open the school to all students. The final timetable for the GCSE examinations has been published and finalised and can be found later on in this bulletin. Parents of Year 11 students should have received a copy of the revision sessions that are running during the week for students and I would ask them to ensure that their child attends as many sessions as possible. We are also running our Easter revision sessions again this year and parents will have these details shortly. Many thanks to the 140+ Year 7 students who attended the Year 7 Disco last Friday night. Organised by the Friends of Roding Valley, the disco was a huge success and the FRVHS raised over £900 from the disco. The Friends are also hosting a Quiz Night on Friday 28th March from 7pm in the school hall. Tickets are £7.50 (including food) and details of how to order tickets can be found later in the bulletin. The quizzes are always a great night and are very enjoyable-they also help raise vital funds that get put back into the school to purchase equipment that will benefit every child in the school in their day to day learning. I wish you all a good weekend. Paul Banks Headteacher
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Laura Barritt - Y11 Laura has been nominated for being a fantastic student who has taken on an extra GCSE (PE), truly showing what independent learning is by getting top marks in her mock exam and practical grades. Laura also helps out at netball club, coaching and umpiring and, of course, playing for the U16 squad. Laura has also helped a young student in Year 9, helping her cope with school pressures
Maths Year 7 Maths Term Tests 18 March Year 9 (UVWX) MathsTerm Tests 18 March Year 9 (QRST) MathsTerm Tests 20 March Year 10 Maths Term Tests 20 March Year 11 Maths Mock Exam 19 and 21 March. There will be a breakfast session on these days in the Canteen from 8.00 to answer any questions. Refreshments provided. School Trips - Payment Reminder Year 8 - Boulogne Just a gentle reminder that the payment for the one day trip to France was due on Friday 7th March. If there is any difficulty meeting the payment, could you please contact Ms Darabasz as soon as possible. A letter with the programme of the day will be given to students at the end of April. Ms Darabasz
YEAR 7 DISCO A massive thank you to the Friends of Roding Valley for the organisation of the Year 7 Disco last Friday.
Students from Year 7 had a tremendous evening with a great DJ and even had pizzas delivered!!
There were plenty of lights and noise and students looked as if they could have danced until the early hours!!!
Great moves Year 7!!!
Thank you to staff who came to support ! Tara Preston (HOY 7)
English Revision Timetable
Student Reception Post Box Dear Parents, To try to alleviate the student activity at student reception we are introducing a postbox where students will be able to post any correspondence to the school providing it meets the following requirements:The correspondence is in an envelope It has the following written on the envelope: Name Form Short description of content For example: Jack Smith 8S Normandy trip deposit If a receipt is required for enclosed payments this will be delivered to the student in their class during the day. Please advise students not to post any items without the requirements above as they will not be processed and the school will not hold any responsibility for the consequences following such actions. For example: a student missing out on a school trip. We hope this will help the students to enjoy their breaks more and spend less time queuing at student reception. Karen Salmons Business Manager
Week ending 7 March 2014 Year 7 Highest Attendance
7W
Pupil with Highest Honours
Lola Allen 7V
Form with Highest Honours
7V
Year 8 Highest Attendance
8Q
Class of the Week Pupil with Highest Honours
Jay Austin 8T
Form with Highest Honours
8T
Year 9 Highest Attendance
9S
Pupil with the Highest Honours
Ben Broder 9S
Form with Highest Honours
9R
Year 10 Highest Attendance
10T
Pupil with the Highest Honours
Demi Wrate 10U
Form with Highest Honours
10U
Year 11 Highest Attendance
11W
Form with Highest Honours
11V & 11W
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.
Year 7 District Football Result King Harold School 2 RVHS 5 A tough match played on a bumpy pitch. Our work ethic and squad team spirit was superb Year 11 Geography Revision Monday or Thursday Lunchtime
February/March GCSE (Mock) Examinations Please find below a generic copy the February/March GCSE (Mock) Examination Timetable. Students have received their individual timetables via their form tutors, these have been printed on bright green paper. Breakfast Revision Sessions will be taking place in the Canteen from 8am for students sitting exams scheduled to start at 9am. 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. Jenny Draper Examinations Officer Roding Valley High School
GCSE ICT Coursework Catch-Up for Year 11 Every Tuesday Lunchtime With Miss Wilson in ICT4 Please encourage your child to attend to help improve their grade
Supported Homework Club Learning Zone Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 3.05pm - 3.40pm Everyone welcome
GCSE Examinations May/June 2014 Please find below a copy of the FINAL GCSE Examination Timetable for May/June 2014. Students will receive their Statements of Entry and their individual timetables shortly. If you have any questions in the meantime, please do not hesitate to contact me. Jenny Draper Examinations Officer
In aid of TEAM ZAMBIA 2014
258 High Road, Loughton
Monday 31 March 7pm 3 course meal Live entertainment Pupils and guest Andre ‘SAXMAN’ Brown £35 per person
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 Before School: 8.30am - 9.00am Break: 11.00am - 11.20am
LIBRARY OPENING TIMES The library is open to all students for homework , G.C.S.E. work and private study / reading at the following times : 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.
Lunch: 1.20pm - 2.05pm
Tuesday: Before school 7.15 am - 8.10 am , break time and lunch times. Access for early opening is via the door by resources.
After School: 3.05pm - 4.00pm
Julia Martin / Stephen Murray
PUPILS WILL NOT BE SERVED OUTSIDE THESE HOURS
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
Science Revision for Year 11 and Year 10 every Wednesday a er school
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