Mr I Fourie - Transitions Day

St Joseph’s College Year 7 Virtual Transition Day Thursday 18 June Respect Transition Day %

Year 7 2020

Confidence being our best Welcome to St Jo’s

Aspiration

Mr I Fourie - 7IFO

Welcome Year 7

Welcome to St Joseph’s College. I remember my first day at St Joseph’s College and now looking back, I am so excited for you all; knowing what a special journey you are about to begin.

This day is going to be filled with fun and excitement. The beginning of your secondary school journey starts now, new beginnings, new friendships and new lessons.

As teachers we see you grow as people and add different layers to your personality. We are all very excited for you to start. As we say at St Jo’s, you will grow from an acorn to an oak tree, starting in Year 7 and finishing in Year 13.

I hope you enjoy your virtual Transition Day. Make sure you fully involve yourself in all activities, relax and enjoy.

I look forward to seeing you all for the assembly on the 18 June.

Miss Lilburn - Lead Year 7 Tutor & Transition Co-ordinator

Meet your Form Tutors Miss R Lowe - 7RLO

Mr I Fourie - 7IFO

Mr N Hill - 7NHI

Dr B Rice - 7BRI

Google classroom information:

You will need a laptop or tablet, preferably with a camera, so you can see your new teachers. Please have a pen, pencil, paper and a calculator ready.

You will need to log on to Google Suite, where you will find your Google Classroom and Google Meets, which you will need to participate in today’s activities.

Existing students can use their St Jo’s login details but for new students a letter was attached to this email by our IT department. This has instructions on how to access and log on to Google Suite.

Please try and do this before 18 June.

If you have any problems please contact: Email: itsupport@stjos.co.uk - Number: 07850938806

What is in store...

English Please click here.

Maths Mathematics involves a considerable amount of problem solving, working logically and using skills you already possess to tackle an unfamiliar problem.

The lesson will consist of a series of number-related tasks involving estimation and calculation as well as an appreciation of place value. Staff will monitor your progress and will be able to offer you support and guidance when you need it.

This lesson is designed to encourage you to think mathematically.

The problems will be accessible for everyone, will encourage you to explain your reasoning, and for those of you who enjoy a challenge they will also stretch you.

STEM STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. STEM education is far more than just sticking those subject titles together. It’s a philosophy of education that embraces teaching skills and subjects in an a way that resembles real life.

Small Is...Challenge Fritz Schumacher was an influential thinker who believed that even a small change can have a big impact on people’s lives. We will be looking at the Small Is...Challenge. The challenge for you is to look at technologies from the last 100 years and invent a product that could contribute to a more sustainable future.

What the day involves...

Morning 8.45am - Please click here to attend our live assembly.

Please have a paper and pen ready, in case you

want to ask any questions later.

9.00am - Your virtual Transition Day begins!

You will first attend an assembly live stream,

and be introduced to some of your teachers, so sit back and enjoy.

9.25am - In this session you will get the chance to meet

your peers and new Form Tutor, Mr Fourie.

Please click here to access Google Classroom, you will

then need to join the class using the code below.

Mr Fourie - hoq7syk

You will be in this classroom for the rest of the morning.

10.10am - Break time.

Please grab a drink and get yourself some fresh air!

10.30am - Please go the Google Classroom again and enjoy

Maths, same classroom as before.

11.30am - Stay connected for your English lesson.

12.30 - Lunchtime

Afternoon 1.30pm - The Big Stem Experience with Mrs Frost.

Please click here to access Google Classroom,

you will then need to join the class using this code - xn3hyqj

2.30pm - Please go and grab your parents or guardian for

a chance to ask any questions to our Senior Year 7 team.

We hope you have a great day and we look forward to welcoming you all in September as Year 7 students.

Please ask your parents or guardians to follow our social media channels for all the latest news and events.

The St Jo’s team will be in touch shortly with a fun “All About Me” project that can be completed over the summer. More infomation will also be sent on welcoming you and your family to #teamstjos.

#teamstjos www.stjos.co.uk