Respect Collaboration Kindness Perseverance Honesty Responsibility
Delce news from the Headteacher
Dear Parents and Carers
As the term continues, I am thrilled to witness the fantastic learning experiences occurring across our school. From the ingenious train designs in our DT workshops to the captivating book reviews in Year 5, our children are demonstrating remarkable skills and knowledge. I am also impressed by the engaging drama activities unfolding in Wright - these creative endeavours are fostering valuable self-expression amongst the children.
I would also like to acknowledge the dedication of our Junior Leadership Team (JLT). Their hard work behind the scenes in planning and organising school events is truly commendable and contributes to building our strong school community.
Finally, Miss Stevens led discussions on the important topics of racist and discriminatory language and behaviour in our assemblies. Fostering an environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued is a crucial responsibility that we all share in our community.
Looking ahead, we have a few exciting events on the horizon. We are excited to celebrate Mother's Day next week, and in two weeks' time, we look forward to the Sharman Class Assembly. To ensure you don't miss any of the fun, please be sure to check the school calendar below for important dates and details.
Thank you for your continued partnership in creating this vibrant learning environment.
Miss Stevens
'At Delce We Do Belong'
Our Core Value this term: PERSEVERANCE
From Stumbles to Starlight
The path unfurls, a twisting track,
With peaks to climb and falls that crack.
A seed of doubt, a whispered "nay,"
But dreams still call, a brighter day.
So try we must, though shadows loom,
And failures sting, dispelling bloom.
But from each fall, a lesson learned,
A stronger will, a spirit burned.
Each try a thread, a web we weave,
Persisting, hoping, we believe.
For in the struggle, grit takes hold,
And what seemed weak, becomes bold.
The sun breaks through, dispels the night,
Revealing strength, a dazzling light.
For in the trying, we ascend,
And triumph's song, our journey's end.
So let us try, with hearts aflame,
For victories wait, whispered by name.
Though falls may come, and doubts may rise,
In trying's spirit, success lies.
To promote our core value of PERSEVERANCE, we would like to invite our Delce family to read a story together at home.
This week’s recommendation is: I choose to try again.
You can also sing along at home with our Perseverance song
Inventors
This week, in RSE the children considered our environments and who looks after them within our community, how they make us and what we can do to keep them wonderful.
Year 3
This week, the children have been exploring their science knowledge. They have been displaying their knowledge of plants and the features of the plants and how a plant functions.
Year 4
This week, Year 4 have continued to explore what makes a successful setting description. We have included fronted adverbials and emotive language as well as using the "show not tell" technique to keep the reader engaged.
Year 5
Year 5 students have embarked on an exciting journey into the world of coding and robotics with Picoh the Robot and Scratch programming. Through hands-on exploration and creative problem-solving, they have been mastering the fundamentals of coding while programming Picoh to perform various animations.
Year 6
This week in Year 6, the students have been deepening their understanding and confidence with various strands within Maths reasoning. We have specifically looked at angles, using protractors, translation of shape and time.
DEC
Adams class worked on making cheese and onion quiche practising their fine motor skills with whisking the egg and chopping the onion.
The DEC had a visit from PC Rowen to discuss the types of hate crime.
Record of Achievement
Well done to all the children who received a merit today!!!
Inventors: Chikasinma and Abubakr
Bell: Ayla and Josh
Wright: Ayan and Freddy
Jackson: Levi
Adams: Toby
Dyson: Hiruka and Ruby
Earhart: Shikemi and Hunter
Sharman: Bornil and Noah
Rhodes: Bentley and Emer
Dickens: Lexi and Lacie
Goulding: Olivia and Isla O
Curie: Riley and Aryan
Fleming: Feride & Rami
Darwin: Ahnaf & Marisa
Uniform
Uniform Reminders: Looking Smart and Feeling Ready!
Looking smart in the correct uniform helps everyone feel at home and ready to learn. Here are some friendly reminders:
Dress the Part: Please ensure your child wears the full and correct uniform as outlined in the school handbook. This helps foster a sense of belonging and community.
Lost & Found Friend: Name tags are crucial! Labelling jackets, blazers, and other uniform items significantly increases the chances of lost items finding their way back.
Trainer Time: Please remember that trainers are only allowed for PE lessons. During the school day, regular school shoes are required.
Preloved Gems: Did you know? We offer a selection of preloved uniforms at the school office! This fantastic option is a sustainable and budget-friendly way to complete your child's uniform needs.
Together, let's ensure a positive and unified learning environment for all!
Don't forget to check the lost and found regularly for any misplaced items.
Enrichment
A message from Mr Minlah...
A message from Mr Minlah...
This week, the boys who attend the sports sessions were visited by Jim Barton. Jim runs a company called Jimmy's Tennis and will be delivering free fully funded sports sessions with the group every Friday.
PUPIL LEADERSHIP
JLT Newsflash
This term, the Junior Leadership Team (JLT) is all about creating a school community that loves to learn and celebrates kindness!
Here's what's coming up:
Read-a-thon: Get ready to dive into exciting books! We're challenging everyone to read as much as possible – watch out for more details soon.
Caught Being Kind: We'll be on the lookout for those random acts of kindness that make our school a great place to be. Keep those smiles and helpful gestures coming!
The JLT is excited to work with everyone for a fantastic term!
Friends of Delce Academy
Mark Your Calendars!
Get ready for a truly unforgettable experience! The Friends of Delce are busy putting the finishing touches on a spectacular MANGO event.
We can't reveal all the juicy details just yet, but trust us, you won't want to miss it!
Spaces are limited, so be sure to book your place by Monday, March 4th.
Note: We welcome all families! If your child has two mums at home, both are invited to attend. Please be aware that each ticket includes a surprise, so you'll need to purchase two tickets.
We can't wait to celebrate with you!
Family and Community Information
Chatham Library World Book Day Celebration
Sponsored by Child Friendly Medway, funded by the Kent Police & Crime Commissioner.
Join us this Saturday, 2nd March at our Chatham Library World Book Day Celebration, 10am-2pm!
Take part in our FREE and fun activities:
Author talk and book signing with Holly Webb, from 10am-11am
The activities will include::
Face Painting
Character Meet and Greets
Arts and Crafts Activities
Puppet Theatre Shows at 11.30am and 1pm
No need to book, just drop-in on the day.
This event is suitable for children and families of all ages.
PCSO Rowan Visits Our School: A Lesson in Respect
We were delighted to welcome PCSO Rowan to our school this week! PCSO Rowan spoke to the children about the importance of showing respect to others, both in and out of school, and also tackled the important topic of being a bystander.
The children learned about:
Treating everyone with kindness and courtesy.
Being responsible for their actions and words.
Understanding the importance of following rules and respecting boundaries.
The role of bystanders in preventing and responding to bullying or unkind behaviour.
PCSO Rowan's interactive session sparked important discussions and helped our children develop a deeper understanding of how their behaviour can impact others. They learned valuable strategies for how to stand up for what's right, even in difficult situations.
We are grateful to PCSO Rowan for taking the time to visit our school and for helping us foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment for all.
Comic Competition
We are proud to announce the winners of our Comic Book Competition are:
Year 2/3: Liyana in Bell class
Year 4: Prince Daniel in Earhart class
Year 5: Cody in Rhodes class
Year 6: Carina in Curie class
Hoping you all enjoy your £5 book vouchers for the book fair next week!
Attendance
Attendance
Well done to Dickens and Jackson
Jackson 90%
Inventors 87.59%
Bell 95.86%
Wright 92.55%
Dyson 94%
Earhart 89.72%
Sharman 90%
Adams 80%
Dickens 97.32%
Goulding 88.89%
Rhodes 91.43%
Curie 94%
Darwin 89.93%
Fleming 97.24%
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A message from our SENCO, Mr Palmer...
Mr. Palmer's Parent Drop Ins
Each week Mr. Palmer will be available 9am-10am every Friday in 15 minute slots to discuss any concerns.
If you would like one of the 15 Minute Slots to discuss something, please use the QR code below to access the booking system.
Mr Palmer's Top Tip this week!
Does your child have spiraling thoughts that make them extremely anxious and unable to regulate their worries?
Use 3 3 3! Ask them to name 3 things they see, 3 things they hear and move 3 parts of their body. This will help "ground them" and bring them back to Earth.
Safeguarding at Delce
If relevant staff are not available and your concern is urgent you can contact:
Medway Children’s Services directly on 01634 334466 and / or,
The Police on 101 (non-emergency) or,
999 (emergency) depending on the level of concern
If you have a safeguarding concern about a member of staff, please inform the Headteacher, Miss Stevens.
Online Safety
Birthdays
Wishing these children a Happy Birthday for birthdays over the coming week and over half term!
Alas - Inventors
Arya - Inventors
Nathan - Goulding
Harry - Fleming
Aaliyah - Dyson
Riyon - Sharman
Kele - Rhodes
Alfie - right
Lucas - Wright
Kye - Goulding
Charlie - Inventors
Key dates
W/C Monday 4th March 2024 - Book Week
Thursday 7th March 2024 - MANGO (Mother's Day) Years 2, 3 and 4 at 9.15am in the Hall
Friday 8th March 2024 - MANGO (Mother's Day) Years 5 and 6 at 9.15am in the Hall
Friday 8th March 2024 - Parent Survey sent out
Thursday 14th March 2024 - Year 5 trip to London
Thursday 14th March 2024 - Sharman Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the Main Hall
Tuesday 19th March 2024 - Jumble Cafe at 8.30am - 10am in the Hall
Tuesday 19th March 2024 - Parent consultations after school
Tuesday 19th March 2024 - Y3 World Food Workshop
Thursday 21st March 2024 - Inventors trip to Guildhall Museum
Thursday 21st March 2024 - Parent consultations after school
Thursday 21st March 2024 - Y4 World Food Workshop
WB Monday 25th March 2024 - Easter Treasure Hunt
WB Monday 25th March 2024 - World Book Day
Monday 25th March 2024 - West End in School Drama and dance workshop Y2, Y3 & Y4
Tuesday 26th March 2024 - West End in School Drama and dance workshop Y5 & Y6
Thursday 28th March 2024 - Character Dress-up Day
Thursday 28th March 024 - End of term
Monday 15th April 2024 - First day of term
Thursday 18th April 2024 - Parent workshop 11+ Application 2pm
Thursday 25th April 2024 - Rhodes Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the Main Hall
Thursday 2nd May 2024 - SEND coffee morning at 9am in the Main Hall
Thursday 2nd May 2024 - Year 2/3/4 Movie Night
Friday 3rd May 2024 - Year 5/6 Movie Night
W/C Monday 6th May 2024 - Y5 CAT tests
Thursday 9th May 2024 - Earhart Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the Main Hall
W/C Monday 13th May 2024 - Y6 KS2 SATS week
Thursday 23rd May 2024 - Bell Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the Main Hall
Friday 24th May 2024 - End of term
End of May 2024 - Year 5 parent deadline to submit secondary school preferences for children with SEN
Monday 3rd June 2024 - First day of term
Wednesday 5th - Friday 7th June - Y6 Residential
Thursday 6th June 2024 - Inventors Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the Main Hall
W/C 10th June 2024 - Y4 Multiplication Timestables Check Week
Tuesday 11th June 2024 - Y5 Food Waste Workshop
Thursday 13th June - FUDGE (Father's Day)
Friday 14th June 2024 - INSET day school closed
Thursday 20th June - Delce has Talent
Friday 21st June 2024 - Delce has Talent
Monday 24th June 2024 - Parent Workshop Online safety at 2.30pm in the Main Hall
Tuesday 26th June 2024 - Sports Day
Thursday 27th June 2024 - Wright Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the Main Hall
Thursday 27th June - SEND coffee morning at 9am in the Main Hall
Thursday 4th July 2024 - Dickens Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the main hall.
Thursday 11th July 2024 - Delce fest
Friday 12th July - Reports home to parents/carers
Friday 12th July - Y6 Production 5pm
Friday 19th July 2024 - Y6 leavers assembly
Friday 19th July 2024 - End of term
Saturday 7th September 2024 - Summer Fair
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