As we approach the end of this term, I would like to thank
Year 9 for all their hard work. The vast majority of pupils
are fully engaged with their studies and are therefore
progressing well. I hope that your child is happy with the
option subjects that they will be studying for GCSE next
year. Should you have any concerns, please contact Miss
Machin (missmaching@strichardscc.com), your child’s
form tutor or myself.
PSHEe:
During this term, Year 9 have been completing their unit
on RSE alongside further groups attending our workshops
with Mrs Knight around safe and positive relationships.
During Term 6, there will be visits from our Police Liaison
Officers and education on substance misuse.
Assemblies:
We have had a range of form assemblies on the topics of
resilience and respect. Other assemblies have included
future leadership roles and attendance matters.
Appearance:
As the May holiday approaches, I would like to remind
parents and carers of the high standards of appearance
we expect from pupils when they return from their break.
Please ensure your child returns with the appropriate
haircut and uniform. A reminder, also, that makeup and
dyed hair are not allowed in school.
Extra-Curricular:
Please see the timetable here for the clubs available.
Please encourage your child to attend as many extra-
curricular activities as they can.
House Points:
Many pupils continue to accumulate an impressive amount
of House points. To continue with this trend, please
encourage your child to work hard both in class and at
home; to complete charity work; to support the liturgical life
of the school; to attend school as much as they are able,
and to complete letters towards The Crest Award.
Please remember that we are always here to help and
work in partnership with yourselves to ensure that your
child is happy and has the opportunity to fulfil their
potential. Please do not hesitate to contact your child’s
Form Tutor or myself if you have any questions or
concerns.
Have a lovely half term holiday and I look forward to
welcoming the pupils back on Monday, 3rd June for the
summer term.
Rewards:
I am really pleased to highlight some exceptional
performances this term from Rafferty, Daniel, Grace, Oliver,
Patricija, Michelle, Cedric, Isabelle, Isabella, and Darren.
Well done!
I was delighted to send out 46 Postcards to Year 10 for
their recent reports which highlighted a lot of excellent work
and effort being made by Year 10. Please follow any advice
or suggestions made in the ‘Next Steps’ part of the report.
Prefect Applications:
So far, I have had 58 applications following the deadline of
10th May. Good luck to all of the applicants.
College Taster Days:
The Year 10 Taster Day at Bexhill College will take place
on Monday, 15th July. Pupils will spend the entire school
day at the college to experience college life and lessons.
I have emailed the details and I know that the vast majority
of Year 10 have booked their taster lessons already.
Work Experience:
All pupils have now been placed. Pupils will receive
confirmation of their placement in the final week of Term 5.
Any issues, concerns or questions regarding work
experience should be directed to Mrs Adams, Wex
Coordinator - mrsadamsc@strichardscc.com or to Mrs
Forte, Work Experience Administrator - mrsforte@
strichardscc.com.
Year 10 Exams:
The Year 10 mock examinations have now come to an
end. It has been a challenging time for the pupils, with a
large number of exams in a short space of time. The pupils
have approached the exams with a positive attitude and I
would like to congratulate Year 10 on the mature way they
handled the examination process. Their behaviour has
been very good throughout. Well done, Year 10.
Assemblies:
Year 10 have had assemblies on the themes of preparing
and revising for exams and on perseverance, using the
VESPA system.
Many thanks in anticipation for your continued support.
Wishing you an enjoyable and restful break, I look forward
to the summer term and continuing the preparation for Year
11 with the pupils.
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Newsletter 6 - May 2024
Mr R Doherty, Assistant Principal, Pastoral Leader Year 10 - mrdohertyr@strichardscc.com
Mrs Hills, Pastoral Leader Year 9
(mrshillsa@strichardscc.com)
Year 9
Year 10