Issue 6 1 st December 2017 Trinity All Through School Dear Parents/Carers A huge amount of talent exploded in St Swithuns this week at our Advent Christmas carol concert. I was extremely proud of all our pupils from across the Primary and Secondary phase. We have truly begun our Christmas celebrations with a bang. We may have started our celebrations but this has not stopped the pupils demonstrating their progress through their termly exams. Year 10 have just finished and have been exceptional. Next week all other year groups will have exams - and they all have their exam timetable to enable them to plan their revision at home. We hope the outcomes demonstrate the huge amount of effort this term and their focused revision at home. Together we will nurture greater confidence and progress. A reminder that lessons will continue right up until and including the last day of term. On Monday 18 December we will have our Christmas meal. All Pupils will sit with their family groups. The menu is attached to this newsletter. It is a great time for each family group to celebrate together. All year groups will be going to The Good Shepherd Church for their Christmas Eucharist on Monday and Tuesday of this week at well (18 and 19). Wednesday 20 December is our last day of this term and pupils will be dismissed from the staff panto at approximately 12 noon. This is an early closure. Pupils will be able to wear a Christmas jumper and other Christmas decorations on this day for 1. This donation will go towards our Christmas charity. Our last newsletter of this term will be a Through School end of term joint project. Celebrating all the work across all year groups of Trinity Through School. This week at the secondary phase we have also been reviewing the school s progress so far this academic year. We had two reviewers work directly with the Senior Leadership Team looking at pupil s books, observing lessons, meeting with staff and discussions with pupils. This process will help us reflect on what we are doing and help us improve as we move through this year. Discussing learning and sharing practice with other schools enables us to develop our practice and improve the provision for all those at Trinity School. The pupils behaved amazingly and really showed us what they are capable of achieving. The information from this review will be used in combination with the outcomes from our current exam / assessment process to help us continue to improve our service to our community Upcoming Events 4 TH to 8 th December Y11 PPE Exams Y7 Y9 Assessment week 4 th 15 th December Y10 Work Experience Monday 18 th December Christmas lunch All staff & pupils (see page 12 for more info) Important Announcement Wednesday 20 th December the school will close at 12h00 for the autumn term. All pupils must vacate the school promptly and be off the premises by 12h30. School re-opens on Tuesday 2 nd January 2018 at 08h30. David Lucas - Executive Headteacher Enquiries please contact reception on 0208 852 3191 school Page 1 of 15
Chaplain s Corner Luke 2: 8-12 There were some shepherds in that part of the country who were spending the night in the fields, taking care of their flocks. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone over them. They were terribly afraid, but the angel said to them, Don't be afraid! I am here with good news for you, which will bring great joy to all the people. This very day in David's town your Saviour was born Christ the Lord! And this is what will prove it to you: you will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger. Christmas arrived early this week in Trinity as we had our annual all through Carol Service in St Swithuns Church. The Christmas story was retold through bible readings, poetry and musical items, performed by students across the school. We sang carols by candlelight and remembered the importance of light during Advent. The good news is that Jesus is a light to us. The even better news is that we can share the light of Jesus by bringing God s love into our world, our school and our homes. Lord Jesus Christ, Your birth at Bethlehem Draws us to kneel in wonder at heaven touching earth: Accept our praise as we worship you, Our Saviour and our eternal God. Amen In the Community ADVENT CAROL SERVICE Trinity Advent Carol Service was held on Tuesday 28 th November Pupils had practiced diligently to deliver a wonderful service. CHARITY AT CHRISTMAS Help us support the BIG RED BOX charity this Christmas. See page 4 and 5 for more information. Buy a Beanie and help a good cause HELP SUPPORT BIG RED BOX DAY Mother Juliet Donnelly Page 2 of 15
QUIZ NIGHT @ TRINITY On Friday 10 th November the PAFT (Parents and Friends of Trinity) ran a quiz night to raise money for Trinity School. It was a hugely successful evening, not only because it raised over 600, but because it was a competitive and fun evening. Hugely entertaining with picture, music and general knowledge rounds. There were many parents from both the Primary and Secondary phase at the event making it a truly Through- School experience for all. A huge thank you to the PAFT team for organising the event, running the bar, and making it a truly memorable event. It is always a great way to get to know the staff, meet other parents and have an enjoyable evening. If you are interested in joining the PAFT organising team please do contact the school office who will pass on your details. And the winning team took the Cup Page 3 of 15
We need your help! From Monday we are starting our Big Red Box appeal for this year. Big Red Boxes are Christmas Hampers organised by King's Church which support those in the local community who might otherwise go without during the festive period. Whether you bring one item or more - please only user the shopping list below: Christmas pudding Kid's Christmas Chocolates Cereal Pasta sauces Pasta Rice Tinned meat Vegetables (tinned) Tomatoes (tinned) Soup Jam Rice pudding (tinned) Custard (tinned/instant) Tinned fruit Biscuits Mince pies Fruit juice (carton) Sugar Tea bags/instant coffee Milk (UHT Please do not add other items to the box; the box contents are designed to both feed and bless the recipients and we would love them all to be as similar as possible. Thank you! Page 4 of 15
BUY A BEANIE for 3.00 and support those in the community in need. Trinity supports the BIG RED BOX every year to help those less fortunate and in need. This year, in addition to collecting food, Trinity will be donating all proceeds from the sale of the school Beanie to the BIG RED BOX charity. As a special, and in support of the BIG RED BOX Trinity will be selling the school Beanie for 3.00 All sale proceeds will go directly to the charity. They are warm to wear, fully washable and bear the school logo on the front. Keep your children warm this winter and support a good cause.. Beanies are available from both the Main Reception and Pupil Reception at Trinity Secondary school and reception at Primary - Hurry and grab a bargain as they normally retail for 4.99. http://www.kingschurchlondon.org/big-red-box/ Page 5 of 15
TRIINITY CELEBRATES THE FESTIVE SEASON Festive decorations are up and providing joy for all our community. Page 6 of 15
PRIZE GIVING YEAR 11 s of 2016 On Tuesday 21 st November Trinity held a prize giving evening for the 2106 Year 11 s. Prizes were awarded to pupils who gained great grades in their exams alongside other prizes from the Head and the Deputy Heads. HEAD TEACHER S PRIZE FOR OVERALL OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE MILO GLAISTER DEPUTY HEAD PRIZE FOR PROGRESS & ATTAINMENT VICTOR AKINGBOLASAN DEPUTY HEAD PRIZE RESILIENCE, MOTIVATION & DEDICATION WOODARD PRIZE EXCELLENT LEADERSHIP SKILLS, SKILFUL PLAYER AND CHAMPION MENTOR TO OTHER PUPILS Page 7 of 15
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PRIZE GIVING Year 11 of 2016 photo s Indigo Allen receiving the Woodard Prize Indigo volunteered in the chaplaincy team on numerous occasions. She served at school masses as well as joining in enthusiastically with chaplaincy pilgrimages and trips. Indigo was a pupil leader who demonstrated excellent leadership skills both in initiating and supporting projects: for example championing a mentoring project for younger students and being a skilful team player to facilitate the Diversity day. Indigo was generous, supportive, faithful and a joy to work with at Trinity. Victor Akingbolasan being congratulated on receiving the Deputy Head award for Progress and Attainment. Kyle Alexander received the Deputy Head award for Resilience, Motivation and Dedication Page 9 of 15
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YEAR 7 EXAM TIMETABLE 4 TH TO 8 TH DECEMBER EXAMINATION TIMETABLE Page 11 of 15
MONDAY 18 th DECEMBER 2017 Pupils will be joining their family group leaders and teachers for Christmas Lunch. Good food, drinks and crackers to add to the merriment. Chef Sandy is preparing a festive feast...remember to bring your lunch card on Monday 18 th. Page 12 of 15
Trinity Secondary Term Dates (Please note that these dates do not apply to Trinity Primary) September 2017 July 2018 Michaelmas (Autumn) Term 2017 Monday 4 th September Year 7 pupils only Tuesday 5 th September - Friday 20th October Half Term Monday 23rd October Friday 3rd November Monday 6 th November Wednesday 20th December Christmas Break Thursday 21 st December Monday 1 st January Lent (Spring) Term 2018 Tuesday 2 nd January Friday 9 th February Half Term Monday 12 th February Friday 16 th February Monday 19 th February Thursday 29 th March Easter break Friday 30 th March Friday 13 th April Summer (Trinity) Term 2018 Monday16 th April Friday 25 th May (May Day will be taken on 7 th May) Half Term Monday 28 th May Friday 1 st June Monday 4 th June Friday 20 th July Public Holidays Christmas Day - Monday 25 th December 2017 Boxing Day - Tuesday 26 th December 2017 New Year s Day - Monday 1 st January 2018 Good Friday - Friday 30 th March 2018 Easter Monday - Monday 2 nd April 2018 May Day - Monday 7 th May 2018 Spring Holiday Monday 28 th May 2018 Summer Holiday Monday 27 th August 2018 Michaelmas ( Autumn ) term commences Friday 1st September 2018 Page 13 of 15
TRINITY MUMS FUN RUN FUNDRAISER Lucy led the Trinity mums home and Governor Hayley came third in the mums running group. Together they have raised over 1000 for sports equipment for Trinity primary. Trinity Secondary will have to take up the challenge next year.any volunteers! Page 14 of 15
AWESOME WORK The creative communication cluster presents Y7 Y8 Y9 Y10 Y11 French Katie Lindsey Kaliah Hutchinson Marco Brickle Juan Pablo Garcia Spanish Itunu Matti Waseem Belalia Maina Dias-Miang Ify Amaechy Music Hanna Belalia Felix Hutchinson Imane Fevry Leah Donaldson- James Ebenezer Hesse Computing Leah Owusu Chelsea Yeboah Chante Fulton Solomon Hutchinson Clarkson Majomi Star Musicians display perseverance, determination, resilience and hard-work which enable them to achieve and progress in their practical skills. Kings and Queens of languages have shown persistent and continuous hard work, never miss any homework and therefore perform to a high standard. Computer Wizards have all demonstrated diligence and they placed themselves as role-model for each of their year group. Page 15 of 15