No. 65

11^th June, 2010

SPORTS REPORT

Monday 31^st May South West Wilts Eventing Competition

What a super spectacle this was; it was an extremely exciting competition to watch.  In this event. competitors first have to endure the show jumping arena and then they are faced with the daunting prospect of taking their horses around a very challenging cross-country course.  Both of our competitors fared extremely well, Hannah Rees had a super clear round in the show jumping arena and

Jimmy Lewis posted the quickest time over the cross country course.  Finish positions were Jimmy 6^th, Hannah 7^th.  Next event is Sunday 13^th June at Millfield.

Tuesday 8^th June Somerset Schools year 7 Athletics Championships.

Still in their first season of senior school athletics our youngsters are working very hard at making progress in this very hard sport with some sound results.  100m Esther Afirikuweh 6^th, Ellie Cunningham 7^th, James Rock 5^th, Luke Humphreys 7^th, 200m Isabella Foot 6^th, Shot Putt Alexander Howes 11^th. 

Thursday 10^th June u16 Sailing 'v' Thornlow

Unfortunately, due to a force 7 gale in Weymouth, this event was cancelled.

Fixtures for next week are:

Sunday, 13^th June u14 Eventing,

Monday, 14^th June u15 Rounders,

Tuesday, 15^th June u9 Cricket, u11 Cricket,

Wednesday, 16^th June u15 Cricket,

Thursday 17^th June u15 Cricket,

Friday, 18^th June u14 Cricket,

Saturday, 19^th June South West Schools Senior Athletics Championships.

Team lists are on the sports notice board and will be available on the school website under events after 7am Saturday.

All pupils selected for representative matches must travel in a school tracksuit and wear the correct match strip; long trousers and white shirts are compulsory for cricket.  Black shorts for boys continue to be available from the uniform shop, as do black skirts for girls and the latter item has the school sports logo on it.

Any queries regarding fixtures should be directed to Mr Tulett – PE Office 01963 414613 or by email to larry.tulett@parkschool.com

SPORTS REPORT Continued  ……………

YEAR 10 BTEC SPORT

Students were issued with their cardio respiratory systems assignment on Tuesday, 8^th June.  The following deadlines apply.

Draft 1 due Tuesday, 22^nd June

Draft 2 due Tuesday, 14^th July

Draft 3 due Friday, 10^th September

Assignment closes Friday, 24^th September regardless of Level attained at that time.

There have been an increasing number of students arriving at Goldenstones pool on a Wednesday morning without proper swimming kit, or notes to explain why they are unable to take part in the swimming lesson.  They have then spent the lesson waiting in the spectator area and, unfortunately, we have experienced some poor behaviour.

The school policy for swimming is that if, for any reason, a student is unable to participate in the swimming lesson, they should go to school and report to Mr Evans who will supervise them until 9.15.  At that time students should then report to their form tutor for registration and form period.

I hope that this clarifies the procedure; please could you ensure that if your child is unable to swim they come to school and not the swimming pool.

LRTulett Head of PE & Sport

GCSE AND A-LEVEL ART AND DESIGN SHOW

There is currently work on display from GCSE pupils in the entrance area and in the squash court.  A-Level work will be on display in Bennet opposite the library and in the drum room.  Doors will be labelled and pupils and parents are invited to view the work from Thursday, 17^th June.  There will be a private view for parents and staff on Thursday, 17^th June 5-7pm.  All are welcome.  Please come along and support the students.  All the students have worked particularly hard this year and have created a spectacular show.

Mrs Briggs  -  Head of Art

RACE FOR LIFE

We have a pupil, parents and staff team running in the Tesco's Race For Life Event at Sherborne Castle on Sunday, 20^th June.  The race starts at 11am and all are welcome to come and support us.  If you would like to sponsor us for this event and help towards fighting cancer you may sponsor us on The Park School page at www.raceforlifesponsorme.org/alexandrabriggs1 or alternative each pupil or person running may be sponsored if they set up their own sponsor page with their reference details (please see Mrs Briggs regarding this).  We will be undertaking training sessions on Wednesday, 16^th June at Mudford Track from 4-5pm.

Mrs Briggs  - Head of Art

JUNIOR JOURNAL

KS1 STAR CHARTS

Congratulations to Matthew Bailey, Diyannah Rahman, Aleksander Hosie, Louis Marshall and Aditya Roshan for completing their KS1 Star charts this week.

WHAT'S GROWING

The 'Butterfly Mixture' planted by Year 2 is now several centimetres high and Year 1's beans are racing up their stakes.

WHAT'S BEEN EATEN!

Year 1 made pizzas using the herbs they have grown, enjoying the flavours of fresh oregano and thyme on their savoury treats. They are looking forward to cooking and eating more of their own produce.

ISA ATHLETICS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

Emma Denham and James Bridge have both qualified to represent the South West in the ISA Athletics National Championships.  Emma and James will be running in the relay. The event will take place on 23^rd June in Bedford.  Well done, Emma and James!

ART WEEK

The Junior Department will be enjoying an Art Week from 21^st June. This will involve a range of activities based on the painting 'Tobias and the Angel' by Andrea del Verrochio. The National Gallery organises and promotes the event, choosing a different painting each year, as a way of involving primary school children in fine art. Activities will include creative writing, photography, drama and maths, as well as art.

FAMILY SERVICE

We will be holding another Family Service in the Hall at 9-00 on Wednesday 30^th June. Simon Corner will be our speaker – Simon is the new Youth Pastor for Saint John's Church, Yeovil.

JUNIOR DEPARTMENT DATES FOR

YOUR DIARY

21st – 25^th June – Art Week

22^nd June – Junior Parents Evening

24^th June – Junior Swimming Gala

30^th June – Family Service in Hall. All parents welcome to attend

30^th June – School Sports Day

1^st July  - Infant Sports Day

2^nd July – In Service day

15^th July – Junior Prizegiving

16^th July – End of Term

SENIOR DEPARTMENT DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Monday, 31^st May to Friday, 4^th June  -  Half-term

Wednesday, 30^th June – School Sports Day

Thursday, 1^st July – Senior Swimming Gala

Friday, 2^nd July – In  Service Day

Friday, 16^th July – End of Term.

GRAND BALL

A CD containing 137 pictures from the Grand Ball is now available from Mr Ennals for a nominal cost of £2.  A sample of the pictures included on the CD can be seen on the News page of the school's website www.parkschool.com

ARCHERY

On Saturday, 19^th June the Windwhistle Company of Archers will visit the senior school to offer tuition in the sport.

This is suitable for complete novices and the session will run from 10am to approximately midday, possibly longer if well attended.

Children aged 10 and over are welcome to attend the entire session or part of it.  Those who wish to participate should register their place with

Miss Meller, the School Secretary.

The session will cost £5.  Please ensure your child has cash to pay on the day.  All equipment is supplied.

We look forward to an enjoyable morning.

Mrs D Williamson  -  PTA