Cheam Common Weekly Newsletter
Friday 29th January 2021
Cheam Common Junior Academy: Kingsmead Avenue, Worcester Park KT4 8UT Tel: 020 8337 1844
email: ccjoffice@leoacademytrust.co.uk www.cheamcommon.org.uk
Learning Together, Aiming High
News
LEO Inclusion Website
We understand that home learning can be challenging for many children and families, particularly those with additional needs.
Over the past year, we have all had to adapt to new ways of working and we acknowledge that this has not been easy for anyone. We fully understand that you or your child might be feeling a little anxious at this time but we wanted to assure you that we are here for you every step of the way.
The school SENDCo, your child's teacher and the support staff have been working very hard to ensure that the online teaching being delivered during this closure period, supports the needs of your child and their individual next steps in learning.
To further support you, we have put together some resources on this site that we think might help with managing learning at home.
You can start by accessing our FAQ's page here where you may find links to resources that can help.
Please remember, we are here to help! If you cannot find anything you are looking for, please do not hesitate to contact your child's class teacher / SENDCo who will be able to help.
Burnet News Club - Fantastic Participation!
Congratulations to our Burnet News Club who were the clubs' Thought Leader school for Issue 2 which shows excellent participation, stars won on the Hub and all-round brilliant contributions over the past half term. This half term they are still downloading the sessions and students are using the Hub. Well done! Read the full article HERE.
This Week's Events
LEO Maths Week
This week children have enjoyed taking part in Maths Week. A firm favourite was the creation of a maths board game. We have been very impressed with the ideas everyone has come up with. Today we have ended with a number dress up day - some great ideas! Well done to everyone at home and school for getting involved.
Upcoming Events
Children's Mental Health Week
Children’s Mental Health week is next week - 1st to 7th February. During this current, exceptional, period, it is important we look after our mental as well as our physical health. Therefore, next week, we will be helping children think about how they can look after their mental health. During the week, children will be asked to complete a daily activity from the mental wellbeing choiceboard linked to the NHS 5 steps to mental wellbeing.
The theme of this year’s week is ‘Express Yourself’ so we are also asking children to choose a way to express themselves. This could be through dancing, painting, cooking or singing - whatever they like! On Friday, we will have a ‘Dress to Express’ day where children can wear their own clothes to help them express themselves.
We hope while enjoying the activities and tasks children also learn the importance of looking after their mental health.
We can’t wait to see how they express themselves!
Lastly, the staff at CCJ have put together a video to show ways you can look after yourselves during this time and what they like to do make themselves happy! You can watch the video here. We hope you enjoy it!
Mayor of London's Fund - Year 4 & 5 Count on Us Primary Maths Challenge
Maths Club is back for Year 4 and Year 5 starting next Wednesday. We have had over 80 children keen to join which is fantastic. This club will build towards three children representing Cheam Common in the Count on Us Primary Challenge which is a maths tournament for Year 4 and 5 pupils involving over 100 schools from across London. The tournament focuses on shape puzzles, number games and code breaking challenges to help develop confidence, problem solving skills and most importantly, enjoyment of maths.
Big Garden Birdwatch
The Big Garden Birdwatch is happening between 29th January and 31st January. Why not spend an hour counting the birds you see in your garden, from your balcony or in you local park, then complete a form with the information. Click here to visit the website.
KS2 Music Lessons
Next week, our online LEO Music Clubs return. A letter with details and the meet code went home today.
KS2 Music Club - Wednesdays at 3.30pm
KS2 Young Voices Choir - Thursdays at 3.30pm
LEO English Week & National Storytelling Week
Monday 1st February - Friday 5th February
Safer Internet Day
Thursday 11th February
Online Lessons & Distance Learning
LEO Distance Learning Sites
Please click here to access the LEO Distance Learning Sites.
These will allow you to access:
A variety of activities, lessons and resources.
Distance Learning Email Addresses:
Year3 - ccjy3homelearning@leoacademytrust.co.uk
Year4 - ccjy4homelearning@leoacademytrust.co.uk
Top tips for using Google Classroom
Click on the links below to access the information:
Dates for your Diary!
Spring 1:
Monday 01.02.21 - Friday 06.02.21 - LEO Storytelling Week
Tuesday 02.01.21 - How Do You Live Challenge 1:30pm
Friday 06.02.21 - LEO Storytelling Competition deadline
Tuesday 09.02.21 - LEO Safer Internet Day
Spring 2:
Monday 22.02.21 - 26.02.21 - Virtual trip to Chengdu, China
Thursday 04.03.21 - LEO World Book Day
Monday 15.03.21 -1 Friday 9.03.21 - LEO Science Week
Things to celebrate!
Star of the Week Certificates
Congratulations to the following children who received the Star of the Week Awards this week:
Year 3
3B: Jake
3K: Xanthe
3LS: Elspeth
3M: Aarya
Year 4
4G: Nathan
4H: Amelie
4J: Alina
4S: Ana
Year 5
5A: Andrew
5B: Oscar
5C: Matthew
5I: Mandy
Year 6
6C: Becca
6H: Ryan
6K: Esah
6W: Scarlett
PRIDE Values Certificates
Congratulations to the following children who received the Pride Values Awards this week:
Year 3
3B: Nivan
3K: Sophie
3LS: Jack S
3M: Laura
Year 4
4G: Khy
4H: Sofian
4J: Matthew
4S: Georgia
Year 5
5A: Luis
5B: Nnenna
5C: Lily
5I: Juliette
Year 6
6C: Jack
6H: Leah
6K: Jimin
6W: Leila
Cheam Common Rights Respecting Schools' Certificates
Congratulations to the following children who have displayed outstanding, respectful behaviour this week:
Year 3
3B: Aryan
3K: Bhupesh
3LS: Joe
3M: Shi Woo
Year 4
4G: Ariana
4H: Naomi
4J: Suhaani
4S: Ethan
Year 5
5A: Teya
5B: Marty
5C: Aarush
5I: Jacob
Year 6
6C: Chloe
6H: Logan
6K: Justin
6W: Geon Woo
CHEAM COMMON POSTCARDS
Our Cheam Common Postcards are back! These postcards are another way of us communicating with you to celebrate great work, ideas or attitudes that we have been impressed with during this time!
We hope they will put a smile on everyone's faces!
Year 3
Aadhya
Nivan
Alf
Mya
Rylie
Tippi
Woody
Aadi
Charlotte O
Sophie
Mason
Rex
Elinor
Adam
Luca
Sara
Year 4
Sofie
Furquaan
Grace
Taylor
Kaelen
Amie
Max
Hugo
Eva
Year 5
Sesandi
Roman
Alana
Year 6
Joshua P
Joshua H
Lucy
Sophie L
Lois
Cameron
TIMES TABLE ROCK STARS LEADER BOARD
Congratulations to the following children for being top of the leader board for achieving the most points towards their classes' overall score.
Year 3: Evan, 3K
Year 4: Ivelin, 4G
Year 5: Roshan
Year 6: Jay K
DOODLE MATHS
Well done to our top doodlers this week:
Y3 - Sofia
Y4 - Samuel C
Y5 - Ryan
Y6 - Cameron
Congratulations to 3M for being the Doodle Maths winners this week. Congratulations to 3LS for being the Doodle English winners this week.
Who will be our leaders next week?
100 Day Streak
Congratulations to Bhupesh for completing a 100 Day Streak on both English and Maths.
A great achievement!
Celebrating some of the fantastic work this week!
Information & Resources
Resources for Parents
Place 2 be have pulled together a list of recommended resources for families from some of their trusted partner organisations.
Some of these ideas will help you start conversations with your child, keep them entertained and inspired, and encourage you to enjoy quality time together as a family. All of which are important for your well being. Click here to visit the website.
Whether you're working from home with your kids or supporting children with anxiety due to coronavirus, the NSPCC website have got tips and advice for you.
BATTLE OF THE BOOKS
This week's book is 'The Ship of Shadows' by Maria Kuzniar.
Aleja is a dreamer who longs for a life of magic and adventure. So when a mysterious ship arrives in her Spanish harbour city, crewed by a band of ruthless women, Aleja knows it's sailed right out of a legend. Most importantly, it wants her. However, life aboard the Ship of Shadows is more than even she bargained for. It will take all of Aleja's strength and skill to gain the trust of her fellow pirates - and discover what they are risking everything to find . . .
Ship of Shadows is an utterly spellbinding read from start to finish. Be enthralled by the daring, feisty and fearsome band of pirates as they set sail on the Seven Seas. Meet otherworldly and supernatural creatures all in the search of glorious treasures. This swashbuckling tale has it all - storms in jars, magic kraken bells, lost cities and a truly unique pirate ship, and I loved it. A new instant favourite of mine, Ship of Shadows is a feast for the imagination; utterly captivating in all its glory. Mr Perrott.
Remember to fill in a book review once you have read a book so that your teacher can stamp your bookmark!
You can find your child's Battle of the Books suggested book list on our school website via the following link:
http://www.cheamcommon.org.uk/website/supporting_the_curriculum/331291
Here you will find most books listed, however we are continually updating and showcasing our recommended reads as new books are released.
MAD ABOUT MATHS
Why not ask your child how they used our Word of the Week?
Year 3:
joyous
Year 4:
euphoric
Year 5:
exhilaration
Year 6:
exuberant
Opportunity
With football taking place behind closed doors, traditional mascot packages have been unavailable since last season. However, supporters between the ages of 4-12 can now enjoy a unique matchday experience from home, becoming an official Virtual Fulham FC Mascot at our remaining home Premier League fixtures.
Open to 2019/20 Junior Season Ticket Holders and Members, three lucky winners will be selected each match and receive the following benefits:
Personalised digital letter from Scott Parker
Personalised video message from a First Team player
Personalised digital Matchday Mascot Certificate
Unique code for 40% off any 20/21 Junior Home, Away or Goalkeeper Kits from the Online Store
Your name and/or image to appear on the Craven Cottage LED display boards & big screen
Your name and/or image to appear in the Official Matchday Programme and pre-match email
Your name and/or image to appear on fulhamfc.com and social media channels
The Fulham FC Virtual Mascot package is free, and parents can sign their child up using the registration form available via the button below.
Three places will be allocated at each home Premier League matchday, with winners and fixtures selected at random.
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