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Steyning Grammar School

Jack 'The Lad' Hayes visits SGS to inspire students We had a wonderful visit from Jack “the Lad” Hayes (Heart FM) who spoke to Year 10 students about daring to dream big. He described his life growing up in South London in difficult circumstances and challenged students to think about how they treat each other in school. He gave examples of famous people who did not give up and who failed numerous times before they found success. He asked the students to think about what they want to do in life and to follow their passions and their dreams. We massively enjoyed his visit; he was charming, honest, inspirational and funny. SGS Digital Makers win trophies in the LEGO league Following 3 months of hard work, SGS digital makers club are celebrating, not one but two trophies in the regional finals of the first Lego league; a global competition aimed at developing teamwork, creativity and innovation. Our two teams came 1st in the robot design presentation, and scored the highest in the

robot competition where teams have two and a half minutes to complete as many challenging missions as possible. They showed great application both in the run up, putting in lots of extra hours, and the competition itself, with exemplary self organisation, teamwork and fair play. They are a credit to themselves, their families and our school. Sociology trip to London The sociology department took year 12 and 13 students to London to experience the court system at Southwark Crown Court, as part of their studies in crime and deviance, followed by a seminar as part of the sociology in action series, with feminist speaker Germaine Greer. At the court students were able to visit different cases and see how the judiciary system works, as part of studying policing and prevention in the module on crime. Listening to Germaine Greer was not only an excellent opportunity for students to hear from experts in the field of sociology but also to ask questions, and listen to her answers from a range of sociology students from around the country. This visit has started to bring what students study in textbooks more into a real-life setting and context. Luke Talbot Assistant Headteacher, www.sgs.uk.net

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Competition 45

Out of this world storytelling Half term outer space mission

“5, 4, 3, 2, 1…Get ready for “Blast Off” this February half term at Fishers Farm Park as we prepare for an outer space mission! We’ll be zooming into the atmosphere and gliding through the solar system to experience some Out of This World themed storytelling in our Fishers Barn Theatre. You’ll hear about aliens and rockets and planets galore as we travel through space with so much to explore. Touch down at our space craft station to make your very own alien pal… we

Win a family ticket to ‘Out of this world storytelling’ promise, they will come in peace! But we hope they’ll have you roaring with laughter and delight in our daily magic show and boogieing to 'Spaceman' at the family disco! It’s set to Rock your World this half term!” We have a family ticket available for ‘Out of this world storytelling’ at Fishers Farm Park. From Saturday 15th - Sunday 23rd February 2020, subject to availability. www.fishersfarmpark.co.uk

To enter the competition answer the question below: Q: What can you make at the space craft station? a) Alien b) Rocket c) Planet Send your answer and contact details to: Fishers Farm Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough, RH20 9AH or enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/ features/competitions Winner drawn after 7th February 2020. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.