Celebrating Roald Dahl Celebrating Roald Dahl

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11th
2009
1st February
11thSeptember
September
2009 2013
From The Headmaster
Dress-up Day: Don’t forget our Character Day on Thursday—we look forward to seeing all your costumes!
South Africa exchange: Good luck to our exchange students who leave for South Africa next week.
Car parking: Despite my reminder in last week’s Newsletter, parents are still parking on the new footpath.
Please park your car in the car park.
Dahl—
Celebrating Roald Dahl
—
all next week!
St Piran’s Annual Handwriting Competition, Short Stories, Guided Reading,
Class Activities, Roald Dahl Cafe, ‘Get Caught Reading Roald Dahl’ Displays,
Roald Dahl Movie Parties, Travelling Book Fair and much more!!!
Marvellous Monday:
Twit Tuesday:
Whizz Pop Wednesday:
Wednesday:
Trunchball Thursday:
Fantastical Friday:
Friday
Storytelling Workshops by the Roald Dahl Museum for Years 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6
Matilda The Musical Workshops by West End musical performers for Years 3 and 4
Matilda The Musical Workshops by West End musical performers for Years 5 and 6
Roald Dahl Assembly and Dahlicious Character Dress Up Day for pupils and staff
Revolting Recipe Class Feast Day and Pre Prep Circus Workshops
The week has been designed to promote the pleasure of reading and writing creatively. To
support the learning of planning and writing a story, pupils will study the humour, imagination,
characters and language of the ever-popular writer, Roald Dahl.
Each year group has been allocated a Roald Dahl book and a Revolting Rhyme to study:
Pre Prep
•
Nursery: Book: The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me
•
Reception: Book: James and the Giant Peach
•
Year 1: Book: The Enormous Crocodile / Revolting Rhyme: The Giraffe & the Pelly & Me
•
Year 2: Book: The Magic Finger / Revolting Rhyme: Letters from Abroad
Middle School
•
Year 3: Book: The Twits / Revolting Rhyme: Little Red Riding Hood and the Wolf
•
Year 4: Book: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory / Revolting Rhyme: The Crocodile
Upper School
•
Year 5: Book: The BFG / Revolting Rhyme: The Tortoise and the Hare
•
Year 6: Book: Matilda / Revolting Rhyme: A Poem in Reply to School Children
The week will allow pupils and teachers to celebrate the life and work of Roald Dahl in
lesson and class time too. English lessons will be dedicated to writing short stories and
preparing for St Piran's handwriting competition.
THURSDAY IS DRESSDRESS-UP DAY!! We’re looking
forward to seeing all your 'Dahlicious' costumes!
The prize for the best costume on the Dahlicious Character Dress Up
Day will win THE GOLDEN TICKET! The Golden Ticket invites 2
adults and 3 children to the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre free of charge.
Don't forget about the 'Get Caught Reading Roald Dahl' displays - get those pictures in as soon as possible!
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matched game. Score: Yateley Manor 10 St Piran’s 6
NETBALL
Netball V Yateley Manor U8B
30th January 2013
This was a very windy afternoon !
St. Piran's girls had most of the possession of the ball and
most attempts at shooting at goal. Due to absence we
played out of position but only managed short spells of
play, where we drove into space and moved the ball
effectively. The weather conditions and our opposition’s
use of space, in turn limited what we could do with the
ball, resulting in missed passes and over crowding of the
court. Well done to Taran Sandher who is new to netball,
but made a great effort and is learning quickly. Christa
Scott was 'Girl of the Game'. Petek Miralay's work rate
was super and she achieved Coaches’ Player of the
match.
Score: Yateley Manor - 1 St Piran's - 0
Netball v St.George's U8B
25th January 2013
This was an enjoyable match, which saw St. Piran's
comfortably in the lead. Caitlin Ireland and Tilly Stearns
shared the shooting; they passed well to each other and
scored on most attempts. St. Piran's were 4-0 up by the
2nd quarter. St. George's finally scored their 2 goals in
the last quarter, after a spell of rhythmic play. Maddy
Yates supported nicely as Centre and Wing Attack. Olivia
McKee was quick to pick up loose balls and marked her
opponent confidently. Hannah Gawman provided a
steady link when she played Centre. Well done also to;
Emma Kendall, Maia Sedler, Lucy Fudge and Elissa
Beckinsale.
Final Score: St. Piran's - 8 St. Georges - 2
Great team work, great result!!!
Netball v Yateley Manor U11B
Wed 30th January
Very well done to all the girls for this match, the
gameplay definitely got much better as the match went
on. Olivia Robinson was girl of the game. She totally
earned it with some brilliant dodges and in general,
loads of effort. Connie Thompson also played very well
with some nice interceptions and really good passing.
Charlie deserved a big round of applause as she shot
outstandingly all throughout the match. Avigail has
improved tremendously each match and today she also
stood out. Charlotte C was great and really got the ball
up the court. Michal played well and supported the
whole team with lovely passing. Charlotte M played with
great determination and Sophie B did some lovely
dodging but unfortunately her player was quite tall and
poor Sophie wasn’t really able to shoot L. Yateley Manor
also played very well and to me it was a very evenly
By Sophie Wadsworth (captain for that match)
Netball v Yateley Manor U11s
Wednesday 30 January
U11A 11:6 to Yateley Manor
U11B 6:4 to Yateley Manor
This was a tough match but despite a slow start in
both games the girls worked hard and got into 2
close, competitive matches.
It was a vast
improvement from the last time we played Yateley
Manor.
It was encouraging to see the girls try so hard and not
give up. They created some good space but work still
needs to be on passing and catching the ball!
Coaches’ players of the match was Charlotte Burnage
and Sophie Klemmer in the ‘A’ match. Avigail Rahimi
and Sophie Wadsworth in the ‘B’ match. Charlie Fry
was much better at jumping for the ball and moved
well. Olivia Robinson and Deia Ayres were voted
players’ player.
Well done everyone, at times it was clear to see some
lovely netball. There is so much potential and you are
continuing to improve.
Mrs. Holmes and Mrs. Burnage.
SWIMMING
Swimming Gala v St. John’s Beaumont
Tuesday 29th January
269 points v St. Piran’s: 293 points
This was a convincing win with St. Piran’s winning 16
out of the 35 races, drawing 14 and losing only 5!
The score line doesn’t tell the whole story as there
were some very close finishes.
Best swims on the night showing improvement and
determination were by Florence Wilson, Louise
Ashford, Max Kendall, Hannah Dawkins, John
Kennedy, Oliver Moore, Daniel Lewis, Oliver Dawkins,
Katie Haveron Jones, Will Shedden and Eleanor
Meadows.
28 personal best times were recorded which is
incredible and there were many new speed awards
achieved. You should all be proud of your
performances. There were some fast times recorded
and lots of enthusiasm from everyone. Well done to
Eleanor Meadows, our swimming captain, who
supported the team and helped after the gala. Zoe
Subramanian, Charlotte Burnage, Jack Hill and Charlie
Peplow all deserve a mention for their willingness to
help staff and the younger swimmers.
Thank you to all the parents for supporting and to
Mrs. Calliss for timekeeping and place judging.
Thanks also to Mr. Dale and Miss Roscoe, Miss Naish
and Mrs. Mornard, we couldn’t have done it without
you!
Mrs. Burnage
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CONGRATULATIONS TO...
Sophie Baumhardt 6Q
who achieved a Distinction in Grade 2 ballet with a
result of 97% and an invitation to progress straight to
grade 4.
Edward King RW
who received the Maidenhead RFC Rugby under 6's
Achievement Award on Sunday.
James Coe 1AR
who was awarded the "player of the week" at Marlow
Rugby U6.
Isabella Shirley 5C
who won the Berkshire U10 Girls County Tournament
and got to the semi-final of the Halton Regional U10
Girls Event during the holidays.
Estella Depierre 6T
who has been offered a Sports Scholarship to Westonbirt
School in Gloucestershire
St Piran’s Crew and
Mini Crew booking
forms on the website.
Please return as soon
as possible to secure a
place for half term
holiday clubs.
SPORTS FOR SCHOOLS
SPONSORED EVENT
Monday 11th February
STAFF v PARENTS MATCHES
Saturday 9th February
We are still looking for a mum to organise the parents’
team for the Netball match. If you can help, please
contact Mrs Holmes or Miss Roscoe at
[email protected] 01628 594327
Dads, if you are interested in taking part on the parents’
football team, please contact Mr Skivington who is
organising the team—[email protected]
A letter and sponsorship form has been
sent home today in your child’s book
bag relating to a special event planned
on the morning of 11th February.
The children will be taking part in a
sponsored fitness challenge, plus we
will have a visit from GB International
Gymnast, Laura Edwards. 60% of the
money raised will go towards new gym
equipment for the school and 40% to
Sports for Schools who provide support
to young up-and-coming British athletes.
Please read the letter and sponsorship
form for more details.
Good luck to everyone taking part!
Any outstanding Swimarathon sponsor money due to
Mrs Burnage before half term. We have raised over
£1000 so far!! Thank you!
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Book Fair
Thank you to all those parents who have volunteered to help run the Book Fair next week. It promises
to be as popular as ever with the children. Please do come along to Big School with your children for
a browse. The opening times are:
Monday
3.30-4.20pm and 5.00-5.20pm
Tuesday
3.30-4.20pm and 5.00-5.20pm
Wednesday
3.30-4.20pm
Thursday
3.30-4.20pm and 5.00-5.20pm
Friday
3.30-4.20pm
Summer Ball 18 May 2013 - if you have not already seen it, please do read our exciting letter on our
webpage which reveals the theme of this year’s Summer Ball – Alice in Wonderland! Tickets go on sale
for one day only on 7 March so it's time to start putting your tables of 10 together.
Bring out your old china teapots, plates and cake stands - Without giving away
any Ball secrets we are asking all parents, grandparents and children to rummage
through their attics and garages for any old china! We are looking for tiered cake stands, teapots and
plates. All donations (not loans!) to be left in Matron's office for collection.
TheGivingMachine - Please look out for our brief note containing instructions on how to register with our
shopping link website and then how to shop!. The note was sent home in book bags last week and
appears on our webpage too. It's so easy and is a great way for everyone to help raise money for school
without costing you a penny more.
Here are a few important dates for your diaries
Thursday 7 February - Society Committee meeting at 8pm in Big School (all welcome!)
Thursday 7 March - sales day for Summer Ball tickets (8.15 - 9.15 and 3.30 - 4.30)
Monday 11 March (a change from the calendar date) - Society Committee meeting at 8pm in Big School (all welcome!)
Saturday 18 May - Summer Ball at school
DATES FOR NEXT WEEK - Week beginning 4th February 2013
Marvellous Twit
Monday
Tuesday
Whizzpop
Wednesday
Trunchball
Thursday
Fantastical Friday
Sat
4
5
6
7
8
9
Book Week
begins!!
Pre-Prep Hearing
Tests
Matilda’s Musical
Workshops for Years 5 &
6
Character Day!
Whole School Assembly
watching Matilda’s Musical
workshop dances
Story telling
workshops for
Years 1-6
8.35am Chapel
Service Hymn
Practice
Netball v Abbey U10A (A)
8.40am Book Week
Assembly
Perform workshops for
Nursery and Pre Prep and
‘Revolting Recipe’ Feast Day
10am Staff
v Parents’
Football
and Netball
matches
Travelling Book
Fair after school
in Big School
Matilda’s Musical
Workshops for
Years 3 and 4
2.30pm Rugby v
Papplewick, Colts A & B
(H)
Travelling Book Fair after
school in Big School
1.30pm St Piran’s Netball
tournament U9A & B
Travelling Book
Fair after school in
Big School
2.30pm Rugby v
Papplewick, Colts C & D
(A)
4pm Maidenhead and
District Netball League
fixture at Kidwells Park,
Colts B
2pm Cross Country at Eagle
House, U11 and U10 Boys &
Girls
6.30pm St Piran’s
Association
Meeting
4pm Netball v Maltman’s
Green U11A, U10A (A)
8pm St Piran’s Society
Committee Meeting
2.30pm Netball v Lambrook,
U8A & B(A)
Travelling Book Fair after
school in Big School
South Africa exchange
pupils depart
2.30pm Netball v Papplewick,
U8A,B,C (A)
2.30pm Netball v Papplewick,
U9A,B,C (H)
Travelling Book Fair after
school in Big School
4.35pm Chapel Service, Mrs
Emma McKendrick, Downe
House School