Inspire Academic Enrichment Programme Summer Term 2017
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Inspire: Academic Enrichment Summer Term 2017 CONTENTS Introduction
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Academic Societies
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Enrichment Events for Students Careers and Higher Education Events Events for Parents
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Inspire: Introduction Summer Term 2017 At King’s High we are proud of the breadth of opportunity offered by our curriculum. What happens inside the classroom, however, must always be supported by an exciting and inspiring academic enrichment programme. This term sees the launch of Inspire - our new programme of events and activities designed to capture the imaginations of our students and promote intellectual curiosity and endeavour above and beyond the curriculum offering. It brings together the full range of opportunities at King’s from cultural enrichment to careers. Over the coming terms we will work hard to extend and develop this further to ensure that every student can enjoy and make the most of the fantastic opportunities available.
Dr Burley Deputy Head (Academic)
Mrs Renton Deputy Head (Pastoral)
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Academic Societies Summer Term 2017 Society
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Café Philo
Café Philo is our student –led informal discussion group that meets over cake and juice every other Wednesday in the Innovation Centre at 4.00pm (first meeting Wed 26 April). Each session focuses on a topic of interest related to philosophy, politics, ethics and current affairs.
Café
Café Scientifique is our innovative science group that meets every Thursday from 4.005.00pm. With its own blog and regular visiting speakers, Café Scientifique is a fun and exciting way to discover more about science and the universe.
Scientifique Hobbs Society
The Hobbs Society, named after the philosopher Angie Hobbs, meets at least once every half term. The Chair and Secretary invite distinguished guests to address students on a range of topics. This term acclaimed writer Celia Rees is our guest.
Landor Society
Our sixth form student-led dining society invites speakers with diverse specialisms and expertise. The visiting speaker addresses girls in Landor Library after a three-course meal. This term’s focus is medicine and immunology.
Lit & Phil
The Lit & Phil Society is for anyone interested in exploring ideas beyond the classroom. It meets every half term with each session run by a specialist department. This term we explore moral philosophy and ethics in sport and the idea of an international language.
Society Literary Society
Our Literary Society is a dynamic and intellectually curious group that meets every Wednesday from 4.00-5.00pm in the Innovation Centre (first meeting Wednesday 3 May) to explore authors, texts, and literary movements and theories. We also run literary events with Warwick School.
Other academic groups and
Amnesty; Languages Stretch and Challenge Club; Spanish Culture Club; French Club; Bilingual Club; Landor Times Journalism Club; Creative Writing Club—Senior & Junior; Computer Science Club; Book Club; Economics Society; Art Scholars Club; Model United Nations; MedSoc; Geography Club; STEM Club; Engineering; Dissection Club ; Film Club; Talk Science; Amnesty; National Council for Young Women; Greek Club; Mandarin; ; Debating Club—Senior & Junior clubs; Science Journal Review Club; Maths Challenge Club; Quiz Club; Politics Club; Drama Club
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Inspire: Events for Students Summer Term 2017 Thursday 27 April
Café Scientifique Serena de Nahlik (Institute of Biomedical Engineering, Oxford University) on tissue engineering and muscle and nerve-cell growth. (4.15pm, [Sixth Form Centre Common Room])
Thursday 27 April
Landor Society Dr Anne Fletcher (University of Birmingham) on lymph node immunology (6.00pm, Landor Library).
Monday 8 May
Lit & Phil Society An International Language – friend or foe?’ - an exciting session run by our Modern Foreign Languages Department (8.45am, [Sixth Form Centre Common Room])
Thursday 11 May
Hobbs Society Acclaimed children’s author, Celia Rees, talks about her work and career as a fiction writer. (1.15pm, [School Hall])
Thursday 18 May
The Yale Spizzwinks The Yale Spizzwinks, founded in 1914 are America’s first and oldest all-male a cappella group comprised of Yale undergraduates. Our concert will feature an eclectic range of musical repertoire—from old standards of Irving Berlin and Cole Porter to chart-toppers of Adele and Sam Smith—and appeals to audiences across all ages and musical tastes.” 7.30pm School Hall [Ticketed event, Adults: £12, Concessions: £6. BHT Box Office 01926 776438 . www.bridgehousetheatre.co.uk]
Friday 19 May
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) Research Presentations Year 12 EPQ students present their independent research on a topic of their choice. (4:30pm, School Hall)
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Inspire: Events for Students Summer Term 2017 Thursday 8 June
Mock General Election Students throughout the school take part in a mock election as the nation going to the polls.
Tuesday 13 June
Mathematics Research Presentations Students will present this year’s research on topics such as The Fibonacci sequence, ISBN numbers, Mathematics and origami, Statistics in medicine (4.00pm, School Hall)
Friday 19 June
Lit & Phil Society Our PE Department will run a session entitled ‘Ethics and Moral Philosophy in Sport’. (8.45am [Sixth Form Centre Common Room])
Saturday 24 June
Your Country, Your Voice, Your Future Conference King’s High invites Years 10 pupils from Warwickshire Schools to participate in this BREXIT Conference. There will be keynote speakers and workshops where topical issues can be discussed.
Monday 26 June
Café Philo Professor AC Grayling leads a discussion on the topical issue of ‘post-truth’. (4.00pm, Innovation Centre)
Monday 26 June
Inspire Lecture Series Professor AC Grayling on ‘Why Study the Humanities?’, including an introduction to New College of the Humanities (5:30pm, School Hall)
Friday 30 June
Landor Society Dr Heather Long, (University of Birmingham) on immunology (6.00pm, Landor Library).
Friday 7 July
Art and DT Exhibition A celebration of creativity and originality that showcases GCSE and A Level Art and DT work. (4:307.00pm, Creative Arts Centre)
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Careers and Higher Education Summer Term 2017 Every Monday 10:30-10:55 Every Thursday 1:15-1:50
Weekly Careers and Higher Education Guidance
Thursday 4 May
Careers Fair (Warwick School and King’s High School )
Students throughout the school can sign up in advance (or email Mrs Coplestone Crow on ju.coplestone-crow@kingshighwarwick.co.uk) to book in an appointment with one of our specialists in our Careers and Higher Education Team (Careers Office, Sixth-Form Centre).
Over 130 exhibitors from a wide range of professions, gap year companies and universities, including overseas institutions for Year 10 upwards. Tuesday 6 and Thursday 8 June
Year 12 Careers Interviews
Monday 12 June
UCAS, Higher Education and Careers Convention at the NEC
Individual appointments to discuss careers, apprenticeship and university options with Mrs Frend of Futurewise. Lunch time talk on apprenticeship opportunities.
An opportunity for year 12 girls to explore the huge range of post Year 13 options. Tuesday 20 June
UCAS and Higher Education Training Day A day of expert training on UCAS Apply with Iwan Hopkins (University of Cardiff) on personal statements and Emma Goodman (Professional Advisor) on interview and presentation techniques.
Friday 23 June
UKCAT Training Day, Medic Portal at Warwick School
Monday 26 June
Inspire Lecture Series Professor AC Grayling on ‘Why Study the Humanities?’, including an introduction to New College of the Humanities (5:30pm, School Hall)
Wednesday 5 July
Oxbridge Lunch with Nicole Boothman Nicole Boothman is the Access and Outreach Officer at Keble College, Oxford. She will be addressing students about the Oxford admissions process (1:15, venue tbc)
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Inspire: Events for Parents Summer Term 2017 Tuesday 2 May
Scholars’ Concert An opportunity for our Scholars to perform to parents and friends in an informal setting. 4:30pm The Studio, Creative Arts
Thursday 4 May
King’s High and Warwick School Careers Fair Year 10-13 students and their parents will have the opportunity to view over 130 exhibitors from universities to companied advertising apprenticeships. 6.30-9.30, Warwick School Sports Centre
Friday 5 May
Brass Concert Musicians turn brass into Gold. An evening of music from 100 talented musicians from throughout the Foundation. 7.30pm, Warwick Hall)
Friday 12 May
Physical Education Awards Evening Guest speaker for the evening will be Holy Webb, MBE. Holly made her international debut in 2013 but, she is now famous for her ice-cool temperament under pressure. This was displayed when she slotted in the winning penalty in the 2016 Olympic final shootout, sparking wild scenes and ensuring GB came home with a gold medal. We look forward to welcoming those Year 7-13 girls (and their parents) who compete for School in hockey, netball, swimming, waterpolo, clay pigeon shooting, badminton, fencing, cross country, tennis, athletics, rounders or golf, or, if your daughter has been a distinguished performer in another sport such as cricket, sailing or riding. We regret that there is no additional space to invite other members of the school community. Drinks and canapés from 7.00pm Dining Room for 7.30pm start School Hall [Deadline for booking tickets has now passed]
Monday 15 June
Year 13 Leavers’ Concert Year 13 girls produce and perform in their final concert in school, celebrating with their favourite highlights from throughout their school careers. 7.00pm School Hall [For Year 13 Parents]
Thursday 18 May
The Yale Spizzwinks The Yale Spizzwinks, founded in 1914 are America’s first and oldest all-male a cappella group comprised of Yale undergraduates. Our concert will feature an eclectic range of musical repertoire—from old standards of Irving Berlin and Cole Porter to chart-toppers of Adele and Sam Smith—and appeals to audiences across all ages and musical tastes.” 7.30pm School Hall [Ticketed event, Adults: 776438 . www.bridgehousetheatre.co.uk]
£12, Concessions:
£6. BHT Box Office 01926
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Inspire: Events for Parents Summer Term 2017 Friday 19 May
EPQ Research Presentations Year 12 EPQ students students present the independent research that they have undertaken over the last academic year, on a topic of their choice . 4:30pm, School Hall
Thursday 8 June
Pastoral Forum: Combatting Bullying—Robert Higgs Robert is an anti-bullying speaker, writer and author of “Bullying: What have I ever done to you” and will speak to parents about how they can support their children and help them manage their relationships.. 7.00pm School Hall
Tuesday 13 June
Mathematics Research Presentations 4pm, School Hall
Wednesday 14 June
Key Stage 3 Concert Come and enjoy an evening of music provided by our musicians in Years 7 - 9. .7.30pm School Hall
Thursday 15 June
Year 12 Drama Devised Performance King’s High and Warwick School A-Level students share their original devised performances. 6.00pm Venue tbc
Friday 22 to
Narnia (Junior Production)
Saturday 24 June
Join us for this exciting production as Lucy, Susan, Peter and Edmund journey into the magical land of Narnia. 7.00pm and 3.00pm Saturday matinee, Bridge House Theatre Adults: £8, Concessions: £6, [BHT Box Office 01926 776438, www.bridgehousetheatre.co.uk
Monday 26 June
Inspire Lecture Series
Professor AC Grayling on ‘Why Study the Humanities?’, including an introduction to New College of the Humanities 5:30pm, School Hall Monday 26 June
Summer Serenade An opportunity to say goodbye to our brilliant musicians before they leave us for university. Book early, this wonderful, relaxed evening sells out quickly 7.30pm Warwick Hall BHT Box Office 01926 776438, www.bridgehousetheatre.co.uk
Friday 30 June
King’s High and Warwick Prep Guide Dogs Sponsored Charity Challenge and Tea Do come along to support our joint fundraising event. Years 5,6,7,and 8 girls have had an assembly and worked together to plan this event and will work collaboratively on the challenges. There will be a guide dog training display and refreshments will be provided by our Joint King’s and Warwick Sixth Form “Cooking for University” team. 2.45pm Warwick Prep School
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Inspire: Events for Parents Summer Term 2017 Friday 30 June
Warwick School Summer Concert Bring a picnic, a blanket and a bottle of wine for this spectacular outdoor concert. Including Foundation Orchestra, Foundation Wind Orchestra and Jazz Lab. 7.30pm Warwick School venue tbc
Monday 3 July
Joint Concert with Warwickshire Music A joint concert featuring two elite groups from Warwickshire Music Service alongside two ensembles from the Foundation. Warwickshire County Boys Choir, Warwickshire Youth Orchestra, Foundation Wind Orchestra and Jazz Lab 7.00pm Warwick Hall [BHT Box Office 01926 776438, www.bridgehousetheatre.co.uk]
Thursday 6 July
King’s High and Warwick Prep Dog Show King’s High and Warwick Prep girls are invited to bring their dogs (and families) to the King’s High Sports Field. Fun classes with rosettes and certificates – refreshments – displays - advice. Thinking of getting a dog? Talk to the Kennel Club Assured Breeders and dog charities. If you don’t have a dog, come along in fancy dress – prizes for best entries.. 6.00—8.00pm King’s High Sports Field Competition entry form downloadable from KHS in June and then e-mail: Mrs Griffin at khapscommittee@gmail.com with your name, dog’s name and your contact e-mail address.
Friday 7 July
Annual Art and DT Exhibition A celebration of creativity and originality that showcases GCSE and A Level Art and DT work. 4:307.00pm, Creative Arts Centre
Monday 10 July
Speech Day We are delighter to invite all Governors and parents to celebrate our year without guest speaker Kate Robertson (Co-Founder of One Young World). Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9) Speech Day 10.30am Warwick Hall We invite all parents and their daughter’s to stay for tea and cake afterwards. It would then be most helpful if all Key Stage 3 girls could be taken home with you at approximately midday so all our staff can attend the afternoon event. Key Stage 4 (Years 10-11) and Sixth Form Speech Day 2.00pm, Warwick Hall NB All Year 10-12 girls are expected in school for 8.25am as normal. We invite all Senior girls and their parents to stay for tea and cake afterwards. Speech Day is expected to end at 3.45pm
Monday 10 July
Year 13 Leavers’ and Parents Drinks Party and Dinner We cordially invite all Year 13 parents to drinks from 7.00 – 8.00pm on Red House Lawn, to celebrate the end of their time in school.
Year 13 girls will then have a special leavers’ dinner with staff.
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