Newsletter 1 - Sir Robert Woodard Academy

Sir Robert Woodard Academy
Spring 2014 Newsletter
It is said that the English language, and I expect all other languages, has a
saying for every eventuality. There are many:
A stitch in time saves nine.
Too many cooks spoil the broth.
Don’t count your chickens before they hatch.
Such sayings may be called a proverb or an adage and they often come into their own at times of change
or pressure. One saying or observation is ‘Time flies!’ which is often said when there is so much going on
and we are concentrating on ensuring that the end result is a good one or that we have given our best.
Well for me time has indeed ‘flown’ since I first arrived as the Principal a year ago on 2nd April. Since
my arrival we have as an academy experienced significant changes. Thankfully the changes have been
purposeful and positive and they have in their own way enriched the Academy. So, given such changes,
which sayings may be appropriate? ‘To make an omelette you have to break some eggs’ perhaps? Or
what about ‘Great oaks from little acorns grow’?
What is certain is that we have developed as a community and are now in a much stronger and robust
position to absorb pressures and implement changes that will not only benefit the students within the
Academy but also the whole community. We have focussed on many aspects of academy life in a bid to
improve in all the areas that go to make up an academy.
We have concentrated specifically on improving teaching so that every student experiences learning of
the highest order. This will have a direct impact on student attainment and particularly how they make
progress and to what level. The challenge of introducing vertical tutoring coupled with a modified Chapter
structure created a great deal of dialogue as too did the demands made on all regarding appearance.
What is certain is that our students and staff have embraced these initiatives and are committed to
ensuring they are successfully embedded within the community of SRWA. Indeed, the changes we
have made have been endorsed by all our stakeholders as attendance on a daily basis; community and
Academy events; Open Evening; and the Key Stage 4 Options Night are all at an all-time high.
However, as we await the first of the Hirundininae family to arrive there is a saying that goes, ‘One
swallow does not make a summer’. We are optimistic that we have established a sustainable culture that
can benefit our students and the community in which they live. As part of that community we must all
ensure that we work together in a manner that demonstrates our energy and ability to look to the future.
Through working together, as the content of this newsletter once again demonstrates, we are generating
a sense of pride, loyalty and attainment within our Academy’s whole community. Indeed, the Travel
Plan, the Community Cinema plus numerous other projects demonstrate what is achievable. Long may
it continue and not just until the swallows depart for warmer climes.
It is important that in all aspects of safety at the Academy, we work together with parents and the
local community to prevent harm to our young people. The work of the Travel Group at the Academy
has already identified there are some safety concerns on Upper Boundstone Lane particularly around
the South entrance by the Nursery during the afternoons. I would firstly encourage all parents to try
and promote to their children the healthiest and most sustainable modes of transport; walking, cycling
and public transport. If there is a requirement to pick up and drop off by car, could I ask that you park
responsibly and considerately around the Academy and try to keep your speed whilst driving in the
surrounding streets, down to below 20mph. For 15-20 minutes there are a lot of pedestrians, cyclists and
scooters zipping about. Please also take the time to complete the Travel Questionnaire enclosed with the
newsletter and give us some feedback on your child’s journey to school
and some of the options we are considering, so we can work with local
agencies to improve safety on the school run.
Peter Midwinter
Principal
Performing Arts Specialism
University Auditions for Dance Students 100% Success Rate!
Students Lucy Attwell and Hope Bridle are currently studying
Dance BTEC Level 3 here at SRWA Sixth Form. Both girls have
applied to four different Universities to pursue their passion to
study dance next year, and were put through a gruelling interview
and audition process. Lucy and Hope have been offered places
at all four Universities they applied to.
We would like to congratulate them both on their outstanding
success.
Boys Dance Company Perform at Worthing Pavilion
On Wednesday 6th March 2014, the Boys Dance Company
performed as part of Dance Time at Worthing Pavilion.
Dance Time is an opportunity for young people of West Sussex to
perform, share and celebrate dance. The boys all in Years 7, 8 and
9 were excited but anxious, this being for most their debut on a
stage in front of an audience.
In the process of creating the piece, the boys were lucky enough
to take part in a Parkour workshop with Urban Playground and
went on a trip to the theatre to see how Parkour and dance can be
used together in UPG’S ‘Run this Town’. From this they created a
piece with Miss Warren titled ‘Battleground’, which explored how
we react when faced with adversity. Themes such as hardship,
harsh conditions, restriction and imprisonment were portrayed
through a highly physical and charged choreography combining
contemporary, physical theatre and Parkour. The boys gave an
energised and focused performance and were highly successful
in their debut. The boys were:- Josh, Reece, Morgan, George,
Harry, Luka and Daniel.
There will be many more opportunities to get involved in boys
dance in the future, watch this space!
Miss Warren
Teacher of Dance
Light on Its Feet
On 11th February, the Year 12 and Year 13 BTEC Acting students stole the show at the Windmill Theatre
in Littlehampton. Three pieces devised by the students themselves, left the audience speechless.
The adjudicator for the evening spoke of their commitment to theatre, their skill in executing highly
challenging roles and the power of their performances and she was right. This was the Year 12s first outing
beyond the Academy and they did themselves proud. The first piece explored, in multiple flashbacks,
the people involved in a car crash; the second was a love story set in a time of war. Both pieces were
very hard-hitting but were constructed with such integrity that you couldn’t help but be drawn in and
fascinated by the horror unfolding before your eyes.
The Year 13s excelled themselves. They are now old hands at taking to the road and setting up their stall
wherever the coach stops. This time it was a deeply moving piece of physical theatre that took us into
the darkness of domestic violence. Barely a word was spoken but the true impact of this blight on our
world was exposed with passion, clarity and precision. So proud were we of this piece that it was shared
with the teaching staff on their INSET day after half term. The Sociology Department have subsequently
asked if it can be shared with their students as they start to work on the subject.
It was a truly memorable evening in a new setting for us. Next year, we will be back at the Minerva. It
will be a hard act to follow.
Mr Williams
Performing Arts Specialism cont.
Year 12 BTEC Music Performance
On Wednesday 5th March, the Year 12 BTEC Music Performance class
held their ‘Through The Decades’ concert in the Alan Strong Theatre.
The concert had been organised by the students themselves as part
of their BTEC course. All students had to take on roles found within
the process of putting on a live music event including Musical Director,
Stage Manager, Sound and Lighting Technician and Venue Manager,
to name a few.
The Year 12 BTEC students took the audience on a journey from the 1950s to the present day, with pieces
such as ‘Johnny B Goode’ and ‘She Loves You’ through to ‘I Bet That You Look Good On The Dance floor’
and ‘Techno Fan’. They were also joined by Will Moore on drums for a few of the numbers, as well as Year
13 BTEC students who entertained the audience with ‘Spirit In The Sky’ and ‘How To Save A Life’.
The students had decided that the profits from the concert would be split between two local charities, St
Barnabas Hospice and the Camelia Botnar Children’s Centre, with representatives from each of the these
attending the concert. Each of the charity representatives gave a short presentation to the audience
on the work of their charity and praised the musical ability and enthusiasm of the students performing.
Overall, the evening raised £230.
Get Fit, have Fun and
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to announce the opening of the new
Dance Academy, Strive2Dance.
Run by Miss Warren who trained at the
London Contemporary Dance School,
the Academy offers contemporary
dance training to ages 8-18. Sessions
are two hours long and consist of
technique exercises, learning and
performing of choreography which will
be performed as part of showcases and
performances at the Academy and in
festivals and theatres across Sussex.
There will also be the opportunity to
take examinations in contemporary
dance accredited from the NATD,
grades 1-8. Strive2Dance is one of a
few schools that offer this qualification
locally. The Academy also aims to
provide students with the technical
skill and confidence to pursue a career
as a professional dancer, teacher and/
or choreographer giving insight to the
contemporary dance world.
Taster sessions are available for all
new students and can be booked by
contacting Miss Warren on hwarren@
srwa.woodard.co.uk.
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> Contemporary and Modern dance training.
> Weekly technique classes and workshops.
> Opportunity to make the NATD Syllabus grade
1-6 examinations.
> Workshops delivered by industry professionals.
> The chance to perform in your own Dance
Company and to create exciting and thought
provoking pieces together.
> The chance to perform in an annual dance
showcase and in local competitions and
platforms.
Day
Time
Saturday 9.00am - 11.00am
Saturday 11.30am - 1.30pm
Tuesday
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Session
Age Range
Scramble Dance Company 8-11 years
Scatter Dance Company 11-14 years
Entwine Dance Company 14-19 years
Course Cost
£36
£36
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Each course consists of six two hour sessions. Payments are due on a half
termly basis to secure your place and will be processed via the Academy’s
Wisepay online payment system. For other finance options please contact the
Academy finance team.
If you are interested contact Miss Warren at [email protected] for
more information and to book a place.
The Dance Studio
The Sir Robert Woodard Academy
Upper Boundstone Lane, Sompting, Lancing, West Sussex, BN15 9QZ
Mathematics Specialism Some Important News
SRWA will be holding an examination seminar for the AQA board in July to explore the changes to the
Mathematics curriculum from 2015. Local schools will be attending to share in the knowledge.
Mr Hill has successfully completed the Mathematics GCSE Enhancement Course at Sussex University and
gained a Distinction. As a department, we are pleased we offer him our congratulations.
Mr Jackson has signed up to attend the National MEI A-level Mathematics Conference over three days in
July to explore the changes in the A-Level curriculum and ensure that SRWA stays at the forefront of Post
16 provision. He will be attending seminars by leading experts in their field and hopefully returning with
new exciting resources for the department and students.
Homework Club for KS3 and KS4 with Miss S Hurley
Every Tuesday night in B106 we offer homework support to all students 3.05pm-4.15pm. If you have a
problem with using My Maths or a particular topic, just come along and ask for help.
Please note that the My Maths password has changed to: Pascal. A copy of individual student passwords
has been left at reception.
GCSE 2014
We have just completed the last GCSE mock examination as part of our final preparation for the summer
examinations; we have carried out extensive analysis of the results and will be talking with individual
students about their personalised revision plan.
Please note that several issues were highlighted in the recent mock:
•
The level of personal equipment brought to the exam was poor. It is the parent’s responsibility to
ensure that this equipment is available for the exam.
1. A scientific calculator is required for paper 2
2. A basic geometry set including protractor and compass
3. Black pen
•
General behaviour was good, however the behaviour of a few students was disappointing and if this
is repeated in the summer, potentially all their entries will be cancelled.
•
We will be holding revision classes during the May half term, further details will follow.
The exam dates for this summer are:
9th June 9.00am: AQA 4365 Linear Paper 1 (Non-Calculator)
13th June 9.00am: AQA 4365 Linear Paper 2 (Calculator)
Maths Gifted and Talented
Junior UKMT Maths Challenge will be held after Easter for Year 7 and 8 students, we will provide practise
materials for students in top sets who are entered. Good Luck everyone.
Mr Redmayne’s Conundrums
Questions
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How many players, in total, will be on the pitch during the first round of games of the 2014 world cup?
How many matches will be played in total?
A sphere has a volume of 7200cm³, what is its radius and hence the surface area?
This will be used in Rio this summer, what is it?
During the entire world cup: How many penalties will be awarded?
During the entire world cup: How many goals will be scored?
Have a guess? Closest answer gets a prize…….
Mr Redmayne
Mathematics Specialism
cont. The answers to the Maths Quiz in the February 2014 edition of the Newsletter are:Question 1
What is the missing number?
Answer
The missing number is 25, as the pattern is going up by 6 each time.
Question 2 - KS4 puzzle
Find the values of (a) and (b)? √(8−4√3) − − − − − − − √a + √b ?
Answer
Answer=1.03527618. How can you show this as a surd?
Your Guide
to Exams
Some practical information about
your examinations and after
We want to try and make your exams as successful
as possible. This leaflet provides some essential
information you will need in order to take your
exams.
Please read this leaflet carefully and refer to it
when the time comes for you to start your exams.
If you have any questions please see your tutor or
Mr Lamb / Mr Coldham in the Exams Office.
do
Remember your seat reference
this will be different for each exam
do
Check the Exams Noticeboard regularly
this has all the information about your exams
do
Arrive on time
you must be at the waiting area at least 15mins before the start
do
Be silent as soon as you enter the exam venue
If you are found talking or communicating you will be barred
don’t
Lose your exam timetable
if you do, see Mr Coldham IMMEDIATELY – not on the day of your
exam
don’t
Bring your phone or electronic device
but if you do you MUST hand it in – even if switched off
don’t
Forget your equipment – you will always need a black pen
check with your subject teacher for any special equipment
don’t
Forget the start times: 9:00am & 1:30pm
you should be at the waiting area 15mins before these times
Mobile Phones
DON’T BRING THEM
If you are found to have a phone or other
electronic device on you or in your bag during
the exam, you could be banned from all
your exams – even if
switched off.
If you bring it, you
must hand it in and
collect it after the
exam has finished.
Brunel Chapter News
Year 11
As the Year 11 students are preparing for their exams, they
are also looking forward to the many exciting events held to
celebrate their successes and time at the Academy.
The Prom Committee, launched in January, have decided that
the theme for this year’s Prom will be Las Vegas and are in the
process of designing and making decorations which will use
imagery associated to their chosen theme. They are in the
process of making and decorating a photo booth and dressingup box, where they can have their photographs taken on the
night, as well as designing and making many other decorations.
The Prom Committee will be deciding not only on how the
prom will look, but also decide upon the music that will be played
during the evening.
I would like to thank them for all their hard work so far and look
forward to working with them for the rest of the year and attending
the prom in the beautiful ballroom at the Worthing Dome on Friday
4th July.
Design and Technology Department
On Wednesday 5th March Northbrook Motorsport Engineering and Professional Racing Car Driver, Shane
Kelly visited SRWA to run a workshop introducing the Year 10 students of three dimensional design to
aerodynamics in motorsport and looked into the higher education opportunities available to them at
Northbrook.
The session was highly successful, and allowed the students to see how engineering is applied in a
real-life situation. Northbrook’s STEM ambassadors were on hand to answer any questions and, along
with Shane Kelly, helped explain how the race car is used on
their course to give the students experience of working in a race
team.
For more information about Northbrook Motorsport Engineering,
please visit:
www.northbrook.ac.uk/courses/universitylevel/motorsport.
Mr O’Brien
Design and Technology
Sixth Form News
Students Raise Awareness and Money to Tackle Rare Disease
The Creative Media Sixth Form students at the Academy
presented the assemblies last week to tell students about
Wolfram Syndrome, a rare disease that mostly affects children.
The assemblies led up to the National Rare Disease day and
included some pieces of film that were captured at the Wolfram
International Conference that took place in Northampton before
Christmas. As well as the assemblies, the students organised
the sale of Wolfram UK wristbands at break time and lunchtime
and a cake sale in the staff room, always a popular item in the
Academy day! The students raised £294.00.
The Chief Executive for Wolfram Syndrome UK, Tracy Lynch, visited the Academy to support the students
and is pictured with some of them in the midst of what became a very successful morning that informed
the teachers as much as the students about this rare disease. Tracy said “the group did a fantastic job all
week in raising awareness about Wolfram and the money contributed by students will go towards research
for a cure which is entering a critical and very exciting phase, well done and thank you to everyone.”
Pictured are: Tracy Lynch with Charlie, Ben, Chantelle and Aidan. Other students in the group were
Emily Fry, Jodie Adams and Emma-Jane Martin.
Visit by the Royal Navy to Promote Health Eating
On Monday 24th February, the Academy played host to the Royal Navy who
were visiting to promote healthy eating amongst school children. Their
motto ‘Fit to fight, fit for life’ is aimed at inspiring everyone to maintain a fit
and healthy lifestyle. Both Year 10 and Sixth Form students took part in the
sessions delivered by Petty Officer, Skally Smith. PO Smith made the whole
experience entertaining and light hearted with his relaxed and humorous
manner. There was a definite buzz in the room that was evident for all to see.
Students were challenged on their understanding of the role of the Navy,
the benefits of the ingredients being used for cooking and the dangers of different bacterias present in a
kitchen environment. Some answers were excellent such as Vanessa Mae Watson in Year 10, offering the
fact that the Navy was responsible for the protection of UK land/borders. Other less complete answers
included Craig Unadkat, currently studying BTEC Public Services at Sixth Form, suggesting that ‘water’
was what the Navy were responsible for.
Some students showed trepidation in taking on the role of Chef for
the day, but persevered and produced some great dishes. Others
took to the role like fish to water and showed potential to become
the next Jamie Oliver.
Students were also able to share the experiences of people with
careers that enabled them to travel around the world. PO Smith
shared that he had visited 57 different countries during his career
to date. He also explained that some of his experiences were scary, such as being deployed to Libya,
however, he also explained that some experiences are a once in a lifetime opportunity, such as seeing an
orangutan in its natural environment.
Feedback from the students was as follows:
Connor Lane (Sixth Form) – ‘It was good fun and I learnt about the impact of vitamins on the body’.
Ginny Goldsmith (Year 10) – ‘Learning about the Navy has shown me that there are so many different
career choices’.
Abigail Cole (Year 10) – ‘I enjoyed the enthusiasm and atmosphere. It was great to share the day with
different year groups.’
Rachel Luff (Sixth Form) – ‘It was really fun. I know more about
cooking meat safely. It was very educational’.
Miss Arnold
Nightingale Chapter News
Chapter Awards
Although we are extremely proud of all of our students, Nightingale Chapter would like to celebrate the
success this term of the following students who have contributed in various ways, and gone the ‘extra
mile’ to win Chapter awards. :For
For
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For
For
Progress:- Michelle Hepworth and Claire Rycraft
Effort:- Jazmine Ingles and William Hook
Community:- Harrison Moulton and Lois Jackman
Commitment:- Freddie Schaffa and Maia Beveridge
Participation:- Rosie Samuel
Chapter Charity
This term, Nightingale Chapter Charity Committee has
been working closely with our Chapter Charity, The
Queen Alexandra Hospital Home. As a national charity,
with its base in Worthing, the home, which cares for
and supports ex-servicemen and women of all ages, has
invited us to visit the facilities and regularly meet up
with residents to provide friendship and practical help.
At this term’s Academy Business Breakfast, the
committee met up with Hollie Lucas, QAHH’s Community and Events Fundraiser. We were lucky enough
to be able to present her with a cheque for monies raised by the committee so far (through selling
treats and bath bombs at breaktimes and lunchtimes). We hope to be able to raise much more this
year!
Sports Relief
Students and staff at the Sir Robert Woodard Academy wanted to join
in the efforts for Sports Relief and have fun at the same time!
On Thursday evening staff and students went ‘The extra mile’ which
meant running a mile around the sports field, where the laps were
marshalled by student prefects and charity representatives. They were very encouraging – especially
to teachers who slogged it around the field and certainly came nowhere near the 4 minute mile, let
alone more recent records!
On Friday lunchtime, students paid a donation to watch teachers from different chapters compete
against each other in a giant tug of war tournament. Students cheered on their Chapters but could not
help laughing when several teachers fell to the ground through over reaching!
Altogether, both events are expected to raise in the region of £250.00 once sponsorship money is
collected at the end of the week.
CERN Trip
The CERN trip is on 31st March, trip highlights will be in the next issue…
Trip to Amex Stadium
On Tuesday 11th March, the PE Department took 29 students
from all year groups to the Amex Stadium to watch Brighton
v QPR.
The whole event was
a fantastic evening,
the students were
brilliant,
amazing
seats for the game
and to top it all off, the Albion won 2-0! The students and the
PE Department fully enjoyed the evening and look forward to
continuing our new relationship with the Albion.
Mr Matanle
Mandela Chapter News
Chichester
Magistrate’s
Court Visit
On 25th February
a group of ten
students;
Tayler,
Emma, Louisa and
Jack (Year 12), James (Year 13), Anya and Isobel
(Year 8) and Shaun, Amy-Jane, and Danushka
(Year 9) set off to Chichester to observe the
machinery of justice in action!
The Sixth Form students who are currently
studying A-level Law have been mentoring the
Year 8 & 9 students on the SRWA magistrate’s
court mock trial team in preparation for the
competition on 15th March.
There were no doubt some invaluable tips on
courtroom procedure picked up by the team and
their behaviour during the criminal trial they
witnessed was impeccable. The Usher of the
Court made the comment that they were the best
behaved school group ever to visit the Chichester
Magistrate’s Court.
Worthing Magistrates Mock Trial
Saturday 15th March
A BIKE theft
has sparked
a student
showdown
at Worthing
Magistrates’
Court
Four schools
battled
it
out in Court on Saturday 15th March, for the
Worthing heat of the Magistrates Court Mock
Trial Competition 2014. A total of 48 students,
aged 12 to 14, from Durrington High School
in Worthing, Sir Robert Woodard Academy in
Lancing, Purbrook Park School in Waterlooville
and Warden Park School in Cuckfield were fighting
for a place in the next round.
They took on the roles of lawyers, witnesses,
magistrates, court staff and a defendant, in the
20th annual competition which is run by the
Citizenship Foundation in partnership with the
Magistrates’ Association.
During the morning, they enacted a specially
written case in which the defendant stood
accused of dishonestly receiving a stolen bicycle.
Each school had to both prosecute the case
and defend it in two separate rounds. This was
followed by a question and answer session, a visit
to the cells and the chance to meet a police dog
handler. Defence witness, Blu Lewis (Year 9) and
Defendant, Jade Lewis (Year 8) were particularly
memorable as they really got into character
wearing some suitable attire.
Mr Langan also got more than he
bargained for when asked by the police dog
handler to wear a sleeve to allow the police dog
to demonstrate what he does best, the heart was
pumping!
The SRWA students were terrific on the day and
were just beaten to the top spot by Durrington
High school.
Mr Langan
Geography
On Wednesday
5th March an
inspirational
lady called Janaki came to visit the Academy.
She is from St Joseph’s school in Nallajerla, near
Rajahmundry in India. She spent the day sharing
her amazing story of setting up St Joseph’s School
and helping students to envisage what life is like
in the local community. In October 2013 the
community was severely affected by a Cyclone
that wiped out many of the local crops which are a
form of income for many of the families, meaning
that they could not afford to send their children
to school. This is one of the many challenges they
have experienced in this area but there is hope
where there are amazing people like Janaki doing
everything they can for the local community and
its children.
Staff, students and parents came together at the
end of the day for a little tea party, where we had
delicious cakes made by some of the students!
Miss Amans
Year 12: History Trip
to the Institute of
Education
On Tuesday 4th March, the Year 12 History
students attended a National Russian History
Conference in London.
The conference was designed to improve students’
understanding of exam content; focusing on some
of the big questions facing them in their exam,
such as “Was the downfall of Tsarism inevitable?”
and “How did Stalin emerge as the leader of the
Communist Party by 1929?” Our students also
got a taste of university life, listening to lectures
from some of the leading academics on the
subject.
One student who attended the conference, said,
“It was a really useful day and helped me to get
focused on the exam and what I need to do, to
do well in it. My highlight of the day? Probably
McDonalds on the way home!”
Miss Murray
Lapper Chapter News
Lapper Chapter Charity
Louise Brown from Winston’s Wish met: Abigail Cole, Luke Cambridge and Ryan Hambrook at the
Business Breakfast on the 7th March. Amongst a whole host of ideas that they generated the following
are the ones that will be followed up in the coming months: Table tennis challenge; Cake sales;
Marathon bike; Painting each other – (with Alison Lapper’s help!); Archery; £10.00 challenge and a
paper aeroplane competition. Fantastic Adventure Park prizes will be provided by Winston’s Wish. There
is lots of work to do but the team are ready, willing and excited to be making a difference.
Achievement, Awards and Attendance
Lapper is currently in second place in relation to the highest number of green cards for a single Chapter.
We were recently congratulated for being the recipients of the most green cards during the autumn
term. Currently our ‘top achiever’ this term is Lara Hendy who has gained an impressive 21 green cards
whilst tutor group L6 (Miss Pigg) have the most green cards since January. Well done to all students in
Lapper who have contributed towards this fantastic result.
In the same assembly, we were proud to celebrate the achievements of some of our students through a
variety of awards for progress, effort, community, commitment and participation. The following students
received awards:
Progress - Lara Hendy and Daniel Porter
Effort - Emma Pennells and Thomas Russell
Community - Christopher Emery and Charys Osborne
Commitment - Luke Cambridge and Kelsie Aitken
Participation - Harry Spruce and Lawrence Pethick
World Book Day – Dress a Door competition
Congratulations to all Lapper tutor groups especially L8 and L3 who were declared
Chapter winners for their contributions to the ‘Dress a Door’ competition.
Winners were Mrs Morley, L8 (door on left) and Miss Venn, L3 (door on the right)
Alison Lapper
Alison is continuing her highly supportive and productive relationship with us. She is now a consultant
to one of the Year 10 enterprise groups advising them on how to pitch their idea to the committee on the
28th March. She will also be attending the Year 13 Variety Performance on 19th March. She is a good
friend to us and loves coming here.
Artsmark Surgery
We are currently applying for Artsmark Gold status and are optimistic that we will achieve this prestigious
standard this summer. As part of the process, the local training team asked the Academy if it would host
training for other schools in the region. On 12th March we were proud to host one of these surgeries
and provide support for our colleagues who work in the area. It was a very valuable experience for those
who joined us and has resulted in colleagues asking to come and
watch us in action during the day. Our doors are always open – we
are very proud of what we offer in the Creative and Performing Arts.
Art
On Friday 14th March a street artist
came to the Academy to run a graffiti
stencil workshop to a group of Year 7 and 8 students. Students learnt
how to create their own stencils and then apply paint in order to create
their own magical creatures onto a board. The artist is working with
other schools in the area building up to this year’s Adur Arts Festival.
Students who took part in the workshop will be able to exhibit their
work at the festival on 24th May as well as creating new stencil art
at workshops that will be happening on the day of the festival. The
theme of this year’s event is Strange Creatures.
Dickens Chapter News
Maths Mentors
Since Christmas, Year 11 students with target grades of A and A* have been supporting students to
develop their knowledge of mathematical concepts and structures. Students have commented on the
programme:
Vanessa Mai stated – “Danielle has helped me with my maths as I struggle a lot. Maths makes more
sense now” and likewise the mentors are developing skills of leadership independence and working
hard to break down topics which in turn strengthens their understanding. Danielle has said, “I have
developed my confidence in being able to help others”.
Katie stated that she has seen her grades improve from an E2
to D1 in the time period and Megan has stated that she found
the sessions really helpful and having Lois support her really
developed her understanding.
We are proud of the prefects and leaders who have supported
this programme.
Chapter Awards
The following students were successful in winning the Dickens Chapter Awards for their daily work and
commitment to their studies in the period from Christmas to the February half term.
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For Progress - Charlotte Hitchcock and Charlie Beeston. They have shown dedication to ensure
they are progressing in all subjects.
•
For Effort - Lauren Brooker and Jaime-Leigh Gilbert. They always give lessons their best effort
and they enjoy their learning and are keen to learn.
•
For Commitment - Sam Thompson and Talia Van Houghton who always ensure work is in on time
and the best it can be.
•
I am proud to have both of the Lay brothers in the Chapter and they win the Community Award
for their support of others. Harry leads committees and Sam works in lessons supporting others
as a chance to gain experience to move towards his career in primary education.
•
Participation award goes to students who are keen to help out in assemblies and who are involved
in some of the many opportunities offered at the Academy and the winners are Victoria Sammons
and Grace Wood.
Careers Day
The Sir Robert Woodard Academy had its second successful PSHCE
day on Monday 17th March. All year groups except Year 11 focused
the day on careers and employment. Year 7s identified their skills
and qualities and their dreams and goals. Year 8s had an active day
learning how to problem solve and lead others in a group. Year 9s had a great opportunity to explore
what jobs they were suited to, using the Kudos programme, this allowed them to consider their
options wisely. Elsewhere, Year 10 were given one on one interviews from staff and local business
representatives for a specific job, which they excelled in. Overall the day was extremely positive for
staff, students and the local community through the involvement of the following local businesses:
Ricardo, Barclays, Parafix, Rotary and Sussex Transport. A big thank you to all these businesses for
their help and support.
Study Skills
On Friday 21st March Learning Performance worked with students from
Year 11 on memory techniques and revision skills. These techniques
will be vital as students organise their time and revision over Easter in
preparation for their exams. Use of the mind mapping techniques was highlighted and then combining
this with the use of their mobile phones to store the information to be regularly reviewed. The regular
review of the information they have will strengthen the memory and understanding within the topics.
This would be a great piece of advice to allow access to revision materials every day. Lots of students
stated in their feedback they will use their phones to do this. Students commented that the day was
excellent and they would change the way they revise to use colour, pictures and stories and to be more
imaginative in their techniques. One student summed the day up, “it was very interesting, fun and
engaging”. Thank you to Rob and Roger, the presenters for their excellent input.
English Department
Year 11 English
In the light of the changes facing us in English examinations this year, I'd like to make parents/carers
aware of the importance of revision in the coming weeks. The Welsh Exam Board has just released their
January results, which were 20% down on previous years, mainly due to the increased focus on literacy
and the removal of speaking and listening from the examination. We know that the results for SRWA
are dependent on students being prepared for the examination, which is now worth 20% more than in
previous years, and we must therefore encourage students to work that much harder to prepare for the
exam on 3rd June. With the added pressure of the grade boundary changes last year, this means that
students are now expected to gain ten marks more to achieve a 'C' grade than in previous years.
Literacy is a constant concern for the English Department, and so this is one area that students need to
revise. This can be by reading challenging texts every day, reflecting on the punctuation and grammar
of what is read. Every student has a list of spellings that they find difficult, which is in the back of their
exercise books and they should be practising these words every day. One method is to look at the word,
cover it up, then write it from memory. They can then check it, and if needed, do it repeatedly until it is
correct. Repetition is a tried and tested way of improving spellings. Another important element of the
examination is language terminology. Every student has been given a set of memory cards that they
can test themselves with, or have others test them. If they learn these terms they have a very good
chance in the exam. Without this knowledge their chances are very slim. Perhaps you could test them
regularly on these terms until they know the entire set of cards. This will increase their confidence and
reduce their fear of the exam.
Finally, there are past papers available on the AQA website for the last few years. The source material
needed, and the mark scheme, are also available. Please encourage students to practise these papers.
English teachers are more than happy to mark them. The mock exam held on 11th March will give us
a clear indication of every student's ability before the real thing. These results will be reflected in the
reported predicted grades that will be sent out to you.
There will be revision sessions over Easter and the May half term, please encourage students to attend
these and the sessions after school. This year will be a challenge for all English Departments across the
country, but I would like to continue to show that SRWA is above the national average and is excelling in
our examination results compared to other schools in the area.
Thank you for your continued support.
Gavin Crowhurst
Director of Achievement
Poetry Competition
Following on from the article on the Poetry
Competition in the February Edition of the
newsletter, we now have a copy of the poem
written by Ruth Hardy, Year 10, for which she
won entry into an anthology, along with four
other students in the Young Writers’ The Power
of Poetry Competition.
It’s brilliant, well written Ruth.
Accelerated Reader Update
First Accelerated Reader Word Millionaire
of the Year! Well done to the unstoppable
reading machine that is Master Luke Ellarby.
He sprinted over the line to become this year’s
first Accelerated Reader Word Millionaire with
an impressive total of 1,240,769 words. Hot
on his heels were Amelia Strutt who has read
1,148,388 and Jamie Jasper who has read
1,019, 3018.
Since its introduction into the Academy,
Accelerated Reader has made a significant
impact upon the reading habits of our Year 7
and 8 students. We are very proud of all their
efforts. Keep up the good work!
Sport Round-up
Year 10 Football Team
The Year 10 football team recently played St
Andrews School as the first of their league
matches.
Despite completely dominating their opponents,
the boys conceeded first to a goal in the first half
to a bit of a “wonder strike” from a long way out.
We equalised (Liam Reynolds and Jerry Hopkins
both having hit/grazed the crossbar moments
before) through a scrappy corner, finished at the
back post by Elliot Dollner, before then losing to
a final moment goal from a corner.
Monday 24th March - semi final game versus
Ardingly College.
Mr Bromley
Aberdovey Wales - Sports
BTEC/GCSE
On 24th February, Miss Gill and myself took
nine Year 12 Sports BTEC/Public Services and
three GCSE Physical Education students up to
Aberdovey in North Wales.
The students looked at the qualities of
leadership, styles of leadership, the impact of
activities on the environment and how to safely
run activities.
They also had the opportunity to go rock
climbing, kayaking down an estuary, mountain
walking and running in to the freezing cold
sea!!! After five days I think we had twelve very
tired, but very happy students.
Mr Bromley
Year 11 Football Team
The Year 11 football team finally got their 2014
bid to win the title underway. After losing last
week to Steyning the team bounced back to beat
St Andrews in a convincing 4-0 performance.
James McKernan scored his third hatrick and
13th goal of the season. Tyler Nightingill scored
the other goal.
Mr Fox
U14 Netball
This half term has seen the netball league start
up again after the winter months, and our
U14 netball team have been in action every
Wednesday playing against Sion, Worthing,
Shoreham and Steyning Schools.
Every week they have given their all to keep
fighting to the last whistle and have shown great
progress in each match.
Later this term the U14’s will be back in action at
Durrington High School in the district tournament.
Miss Hammersley
Sport Round-up cont...
Year 7 Netball
Year 7 Rugby
The girls have had a great start to the season
winning four games, drawing one and losing two.
With two matches left they are currently sitting
near the top of the league table.
They have
shown true dedication by turning up every week
to training and putting in 100% effort to every
match and training session. Hopefully the girls
will be able to close the season with two wins and
challenge the top spot in the league.
The boys began their season in fine style with a
34-14 victory over Angmering School. Despite
two early tries from the opposition, the team
rallied well and produced a dominant display and
turned in five tries!
Man of the match was Jake Butler who scored two
fantastic tries in the second half.
Miss Gill
The boys’ next match is home against Littlehampton
Academy and another fine display is expected.
Primary Tournaments
Mr Dales
Over the last few weeks the PE Department have
hosted our 6th and 7th Primary tournaments of this
year, supported by our Sports Leaders. Students
from Sompting Village, The Globe, Seaside and
North Lancing have all taken part in the events.
Firstly, on Tuesday 4th March we held a Year 5 and
6 Girls Football Tournament on our fields. North
Lancing were the winners, after a closely fought
final with The Globe.
On 10th March, Mr Dales ran a mixed Tag Rugby
Tournament for girls and boys.
Mr Bromley/Mr Dales
U16 Girls’ Football Team
The U16 girls football team has made a successful
start to the season.
SRWA v Shoreham Academy - won 6-0
SRWA v The Littlehampton Academy - won 2-0
SRWA v Steyning - won 3-0
The girls have only dropped one game since
starting the league. The players were:
Annie Rolf, Milan Hyde, Jessica Pike, Shannon
Louise Brown, Vanessa-Mae Watson, Casey
Dolton, Alicia Veale and Bryony Johnson.
Well done girls.
Miss Roberts
Year 7 Jump Rope for Heart
At the beginning of March all Year 7 students took
part in a skipathon in their PE lessons, in aid of
the British Heart Foundation.
The event included students taking part in an
endurance skip, speed skip, double Dutch skip
and a variety of skilled skips.
The students showed great enthusiasm during
the event and over numerous weeks the students
have been collecting their sponsorship money in
an attempt to break last year’s record of £1400.
Mr Dales
Year 7 Girls’ Cricket
The Year 7 girls cricket team had a great start
to their indoor season by beating Shoreham
Academy by 42 runs and North Lancing by 51
runs.
Top run scorers were Faye Dowdeswell and
Jade-Ella Giles who had to retire in both games.
Isabel Carter and Jessica Thornhill both took
four wickets to lead the team to victory.
These two wins meant the girls made it through
to the county semi-finals where they met
Tanbridge House and Warden Park. The girls put
all their effort in and some great performances
by Freya King and Grace Kirpal but unfortunately
they narrowly missed out on making the finals.
The girls, however took a lot of positives out of
these matches to take forward into their summer
league starting in May.
Miss Gill
SRWA Links with the Community
The Sir Robert Woodard Academy’s Business Breakfast goes from strength to strength,
although unfortunately it was missing its dynamic organiser this time, as Mr Bryant
is recovering after a recent operation. We wish him well in his recovery. This meant
leaving the mantle to Mr Harkins and Mr Edwards to team up and present the event.
With a packed agenda, the breakfast began with bacon rolls and
pastries which were served by Mrs Green’s catering students.
Can I take this opportunity to thank them for the excellent
service.
Curtis Lavender performed “Empty chairs and empty tables”
the famous song from Les Miserables to the group of business
leaders and local charities, a stunning performance to commence
the Business Breakfast.
The Principal, Peter Midwinter then took the floor to welcome
our visitors and discuss the importance of extended partnerships within the community.
A range of presentations followed the address by the Principal, which included:
•
Mr Langan (Chapter Leader of Mandela) who presented “Paddle around the Pier”. Mr Langan discussed
how the Academy students are getting involved in this free charity event on 5th and 6th July. Using
the students’ entrepreneurial skills, they have to set up and sell items from a stall, with no start-up
costs!
•
Trevor Crowter – Updated the audience on the local events from the Big Local.
•
SRWA welcomed Jo Banks and Jo Webb from West Sussex Police who outlined a number of community
and business projects which they undertake alongside their law enforcement roles.
•
John Haffenden provided the group with a detailed update and events taking place at the Adur
Outdoor Activity Centre. Thanks to John for also providing a mountain biking trek as a prize for the
raffle. The chocolate, alcohol and cake prizes all seemed to go first though!
•
Paul Cronin gave an interesting talk on the work that Barclays bank does in the community. They can
match fund on a number of charitable and community projects. He also spoke passionately about his
work with HMS Intrepid and the Scouts Association.
•
Mrs Pike and the members of Nightingale Charity group then presented
a cheque to the Queen Alexandra Hospital Home, to support the good
work and care going on there.
Mr Harkins then presented some initial work on the new Academy Travel
Plan, more information on this is also in this newsletter.
It was certainly good to see so many of our friends from local charities and businesses attending and to
complete a very successful morning, Sixth Form student, Martha Franks showcased her vocals skills and
she performed beautifully.
The next breakfast will be on 23rd May 2014. You will be receiving the official invite in due course, and
would ask you to reply as usual. Any questions should be directed to either Lynn Brown on lbrown@srwa.
woodard.co.uk or Dick Bryant on [email protected].
If you would like more information on any of the speakers’
subjects, please contact Mr Harkins who can put you in touch with
them.
Mr Harkins and Mr Edwards
I would just like to thank Mr Edwards and Mr Harkins for stepping
‘into the breach’ and doing such a good job. Also to reiterate the
thanks that has already been extended to all those who made
the Breakfast possible, as well as those who performed. A special thanks to those who attended and we
hope to see you all again at the next Breakfast. It was good to be able to get across to be part of the
networking at the end, I know how valuable this section has proved in the past. If anything did arise that
you feel you need to take up with us, please contact me. Also, you may have some more thoughts about
the issue of the Travel Plan, if this is the case, please contact me. We remain committed to be the heart
of the community and will do everything we can to ensure that we build a bright future for our students,
their families and everyone who lives and works in Lancing and Sompting.
Mr Bryant
Travel Plan
Over the past few months a group of students and staff have been working on a new travel plan for the
Academy. A travel plan is a simple document that details how students and staff travel to school and
how they would like to travel to school. It is the key document in trying to promote safe, sustainable
and healthy ways of getting to and from the Academy. To be truly effective it’s important to involve as
many stakeholders as possible, the students, staff, parents, local residents, the local authorities, law
enforcement agencies and others in the community and local business.
The draft travel plan has the following objectives:
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Prevent and/or reduce road user casualties
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Reduce car dependency for parents and staff
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Reduce traffic and pollution
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Improve levels of health and fitness
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Educate students in all aspects of road and rail safety
and promoting independence, health and environmental
issues associated with school travel.
As part of the consultation process we are asking all parents at the Academy to complete a quick survey
to get their views on how their children travel to the Academy and to identify any issues that currently
exist, therefore a questionnaire is enclosed with this newsletter. We would also like to get some feedback
on ideas, that we could trial to improve travel safety particularly on the way home. You’ll notice in this
edition’s introduction from the Principal that we’ve already identified some serious safety concerns in
the afternoon as most of the students make their way home. At both the South and North exit to the
Academy there are problems with parking, drop offs, and road safety for pedestrians and cyclists. At
times, Upper Boundstone Lane has become grid locked with traffic with parents, local residents and
other road users becoming frustrated. This has led to a few near misses and the Academy would like to
prevent a serious accident before it occurs.
We seek the opinion of all parents and we are particularly keen to hear from those who either pick up or
drop off their children at the Academy.
To receive key support from the Local and County Councils, Police and Highways Agency, the Academy
requires a clear and concise Travel Plan that has been fully consulted on, so every response really is
important. Please do complete and return the enclosed questionnaire.
Mr Harkins
Family Cinema
Our Family Cinema is going from strength to strength. Since the last newsletter, there have been two
more films shown as part of our increasingly popular family cinema – family films at affordable prices,
every month. In February it was the delightful ‘The Croods’ that brought youngsters with their parents
and grandparents flocking to the Alan Strong Theatre. In March it was ‘Planes’ with nearly 90 in the
audience, giggling and laughing throughout it has been a real pleasure to watch this venture really start
to take off.
The parents have been highly complimentary: “This is a really great idea and we would love to come back
again!” is typical of the responses we have received. “What about an adult film night one evening?” was
another, we are certainly looking into it.
Next, on Saturday 5th April, it’s the wonderful ‘The Rise of the Guardians’
– Father Christmas, Jack Frost, the Tooth Fairy, the Sandman and the
Easter Bunny uniting to defeat the Bogeyman. What’s not to love?
Tickets are only £2.00 (£6.00 for a family of 4) and can be reserved
by phoning the Academy on 01903 767434 or booked on the Academy
website. Doors open at 10.45am and films start at 11.00am, a tuck shop
provides refreshments at the interval.
All children must be accompanied by an Adult to make this into a real family event.
Mr Williams
Chaplain’s Corner
Twitter: @SRWAchaplaincy
[email protected]
01903 875504
Love Is All You
Need
meaning of love.
The half term whole
school Assembly fell on
Friday 14th February
so it was a perfect
opportunity for us to
think about the true
As well as celebrating our achievements by
presenting awards to chapters and individual
students, I was able to talk about perhaps
one of the most used definitions of love that
comes from a letter St Paul wrote around
2,000 years ago. It will be familiar to some
because it is very often used as the reading in
church weddings. I have reproduced it here
and simply invite you to spend a moment or
two asking the question, “Is this how I love
others?” Maybe even cut it out and stick it on
the fridge door as a reminder . . .
News
Following the Holocaust Memorial Event
hosted by the Academy on 27th January,
the Chair of Adur District Council was so
impressed he invited a group of us to the Civic Centre to make a presentation to the Academy as a
gesture of thanks. The event was also covered in the local press and I personally was very impressed by
the contribution made by staff and students. All who attended were moved and appreciative of the event.
As Chaplain, I was able to host a Prayer Breakfast for the local Church Leaders and Representatives from
Lancing and Sompting. It was a privilege to welcome local people into the Chapel and share in a simple
act of worship followed by a chance to chat over a continental breakfast. Again, the visitors were very
impressed with the Academy and especially the conduct of the students. The prayer breakfasts are hosted
by the local churches and when I am able, I attend them representing the Academy.
As we approach the end of the spring term our theme will inevitably be focused on the meaning of the
Easter Story. The climax of this story is the celebration of new life – something we as an Academy are
experiencing on a daily basis. The transition from old to new is also a theme of the Easter Story, again,
something which is very significant for the Academy as we continue to move forward with confidence and
commitment to the values St Paul spoke about in the reading above.
Happy Easter!
Rev Hadge
Enrichment
April-July 2014
Throughout the autumn and spring terms your child has been participating in the
Academy’s Enrichment Programme. For those students who chose a 6-week course
at the start of the Enrichment Programme, it is now time for them to choose their
preferred enrichment options for the new term starting in April.
This term there will only be 5 enrichment sessions due to Activities Week.
Woodard Enterprise Challenge 2014
‘OPPORTUNITYISNOWHERE’
This July, student groups from three of the Woodard Academies; Sir Robert Woodard Academy, St.
Augustine’s Academy and the Littlehampton Academy will be competing in the Woodard Enterprise
Challenge. The stage for this event will be Brighton & Hove seafront at the Paddle Round the Pier
Community Beach Festival. For further information the website is:- http://www.paddleroundthepier.
com.
The three academies have combined to cover the cost of a
stall at the event, which attracts a footfall of nearly 60,000
people over the two days, however from here it is over to
the students to decide what will sell. They must do their
research, select and source a product or service to sell
at the event to raise
as much money as
they can for their
chosen
charity.
This is a terrific
opportunity for the
students to test their entrepreneurial prowess in the ‘real-world’.
The competition was kick-started at a launch event at the Hilton
Metropole Hotel on Brighton Seafront on 6th February 2014. This
gives the students just five months to do all the preparation for the
event.
Here at SRWA the Business Studies students have
been working tirelessly on their ideas and also the
opportunity has been opened up to all students at
the Academy as an Inter-Chapter Competition to
drill down and find out which team’s idea really cuts
the mustard!
I have received word that the ideas are up and
running at TLA & SAA, therefore it is all building
nicely to towards some really healthy competition
in July. However the students do need the support
of all the staff. Therefore, this is a call to arms,
as we really need the chapters in all Academies to
get behind this event to make it something truly
memorable for the students.
Ajay Attra, Colin Langan & Robin Josephs
(Woodard Enterprise Team)
SRWA students, Callum (Year 9) and Liam (Year
10) on their way to the launch event with sea
kayak in tow!!
Each Academy has also extended the challenge to
the staff as they are encouraged to brave the water
on an interesting vessel in some unusual attire, all
for a good cause!
Mr Langan
LRC
Jamie Crawford Storyteller on World Book Day;
6th March 2014
Jamie is a regular visitor to SRWA and has entertained our Year 7 classes for the
past seven or eight years around World Book Day. He is a very talented teller
of tales, and captivates the students’ attention with his clever and intriguing
stories of heroism and quick-thinking. The stories are traditional, from many
countries, but all have a moral or a universal truth at their heart. Our audience
of Year 7 students was spilt in half, so that whilst half were listening to Jamie,
the other half experienced fifty minutes with art or performing arts staff,
working on dance, drama and artistic themes based around traditional tales,
before swapping over so that each group experienced both parts. The verdict
from students after the event was resounding: “the best lesson ever, Miss!”
and “he’s really amazing with those voices!”. The artwork produced is on
display in the LRC and is shown below.
Dan Freedman
Dan is first and foremost a lifelong football fan, but he was a reluctant reader
in his teens. He came to realise that, sadly, he wasn’t a good enough player to
become the next Beckham, but despite this he could still be involved in the sport
through reading and writing. He began writing about the games he watched and
sending his reports in to the local paper and gradually made progress so that he
could get some work experience in journalism and TV reporting, still watching
his favourite game. Eventually he became a key Football Reporter and followed
the England team to two World Cups.
His talk inspired students to believe that with determination and enthusiasm
anyone can work in the competitive sports industry, you just have to keep trying.
Dan has now branched out into full time writing, with the Jamie Johnson series of books that follows a
young footballer through his career, using Dan’s experiences and his knowledge of many internationally
famous footballers to make the stories as realistic as possible.
Dan’s books are always out on loan from the LRC, proving that he knows just how to capture the interest
of teen readers. Dan showed clips of his interviews with Rio Ferdinand, Sir Alex Ferguson, and Frank
Lampard; told a story about Rooney’s first appearance on a football field, and explained the characteristic
of total competitive concentration that goes into making such a focused professional as Rio, who couldn’t
let Dan win a single point in a game of pool! Rio used psychology to put Dan off his shots with constant
derogatory comments and to keep himself in a strong winning frame of mind at all times.
Students asked some very interesting questions including Bethany Hilton, who received a signed book for
asking whether Dan would have become a writer if he hadn’t been keen on football ; Courtney Musgrove,
Todd Bowyer and Leon Silver also received books for their questions. The feedback from students after
the event included comments recognising the strong message of aspiring to do something to the best of
your ability and not giving up; many students who weren’t particularly interested in football enjoyed the
talk despite not knowing some of the players Dan was talking about because they found him entertaining
in his delivery, and enjoyed the film clips of Dan with Rio and the England team.
All in all an excellent celebration of World
Book Day 2014.
Mrs Waton
LRC Manager
Our Partnership with Ricardo Engineering
Ricardo Year 7 Focus
On Monday 3rd and Friday 7th March a
group of Ricardo Engineers visited the
Academy to run a Year 7 workshop,
introducing the
students to the
work that takes
place at Ricardo
Engineering.
The Engineers
demonstrated
how they use
wind tunnels to
measure wind resistance and help develop design
concepts for the motor industry. They then set
the Year 7 groups a design challenge, to see which
class could create the most aerodynamic model
car. The students put into practice the knowledge
they had learnt in the presentation and developed
a series of plasticine models which were tested for
drag in the Ricardo Wind tunnel. Both sessions
were extremely successful and gave the students
some valuable hands-on experience of engineering
and aerodynamics.
Camera Donations Please!
On behalf of the A Level Photography students, the Art department would gratefully receive any
unwanted digital or manual cameras. Perhaps you have a camera that you haven’t used for years or
an outdated model that you no longer require. Any working camera will help to develop the A Level
Photography course and benefit students. Please hand in your unused cameras to the Art Department
or the main reception. Many thanks in anticipation.
Miss Wiggin
Medical Notifications
1. We have a student returning to school with a reduced level of immunity who would become
seriously unwell if he contracted measles, mumps, chickenpox or any other infectious disease.
Please contact Student Services immediately if your child develops these or any other serious
infection.
2. Please be aware that if your child has asthma or any allergy for which an inhaler or epipen have
been prescribed by your medical practitioner, the Academy need to be informed and will need to
hold a spare inhaler or epipen in accordance with medical guidelines. The inhaler/epipen should
be clearly named in a box with the prescription details including your child’s name, with the expiry
date of the medication clearly visible. Any queries, please contact Mrs Westgate, Academy First
Aid Officer.
3. Finally, just a reminder that if your child is off school for any reason, please telephone the Academy
on the Absence Line 01903 766177 on a daily basis.
Academy Information
Follow us and contact us by:Telephone: 01903 767434
Academy Website: www.srwa.woodard.co.uk
Email: [email protected]