SIXTH FORM WEEKLY BULLETIN Friday 27th January 2017
Issue No: 29
Message from Mrs Freeman A highlight for me this week was getting to serve Cadogan House girls carrots and gravy to help move them quickly through lunch so they could head off to the Lion King on time. As I took on this role, I later found a group of Sixth Formers also taking charge of things by taking trays off girls in a rush, and clearing them away to speed things up a little. This for me was a very proud moment where my Sixth Form girls were showing themselves in their best light; not only to staff at Cadogan House, but also to the younger members of our School community. The Sixth Form must never underestimate the impact that they have on younger students and how the younger students look up to them as examples of how to conduct themselves. 'The Rose Garden at Hind House' is coming along nicely. Billy and his team are working exceedingly hard in the coldest of temperatures to lay down the decking. Dr Esland, who is much more artistic than me, has taken the girls' ideas set out during our Focus Day at the start of the term and designed a variety of spaces for working, relaxing and even meditating (in our Zen garden). The girls will have noticed a number of fence panels going up. The idea is that the girls can paint these with designs of their own, as a lasting memory to their time at RMS. I am very excited about choosing the outdoor furniture and look forward to the grand opening some time in the summer. Have a good weekend everyone
Message from Fenella Watkins-Hale, Hind House PR As I am writing this, my spirits are high due to the wonderful talk Year 12 and 13 just received from two Year 12 students, Victoria and Carolin, about sports they love doing in their spare time. Victoria’s description of Jiu Jitsu, a martial art-combat sport, sounded extremely exciting. However, the element of agility, stamina and brain power should definitely not be underestimated when it comes to the complexity of the sport’s fighting and defence techniques. Carolin’s account of pole-vault, a track-field event which involves using a long, flexible pole to propel the jumper over a high bar, was incredibly heart-warming. Her complete passion and enthusiasm for her sport was very moving, whilst her honesty about struggling to decide which of her hobbies to prioritise was something I felt we could all relate to. The utter love Victoria and Carolin have for their sports is truly inspiring, and I totally agree with Carolin: “you always get something out of anything you do in life.”
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OTHER INFORMATION Examination entries This week students will have received a list of examinations for which they have been entered. It is important that you all check these carefully and add any retakes that you might want to take. If you need any help, please speak to your subject teachers or to Miss Durnford, who is currently Acting Examinations Officer. These need to be returned by 3rd February so entries can be finalised.
Drop in pastoral support It has become clear that a number of girls in the Sixth Form could do with the chance of having a quick chat with a counsellor for advice on how to deal with little niggles, either about themselves or about someone about whom they are concerned. As such, we have arranged a drop in session with the School Counsellor. Students can attend on their own or in groups to discuss any range of issues. To book a time, please email nikkibennett@btinternet.com
What’s On Next Week? Monday
Individual talks with students
Tuesday
'Outside the RMS bubble' - Talk on Finance by Mr Bannister in the New Mark Hall
Wednesday
Chapel
Thursday
House Assembly
Friday
Assembly
Common Room Duty: 6R2
Sixth Form Poetry Society This society will be meeting on Mondays from 1.20 to 1.50pm in H14. Come along if you like poetry— or like the idea of liking poetry! All Year 12 and 13 students welcome! Mr Dowds
Year 13 Mock Exam Timetable Please find the Year 13 Mock Exam Timetable attached to this email. Mrs Young
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