MAS11 Info Bulletin 4.1

MAS11 Key Purpose: To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.

Dear Parents/Carers,

Last week Yr11 Mascalls students received their mock results. The aim of the day was to allow students the experience of a 'mock results day'. Students received their official mock grades/scores in an envelop just like they will on 25th August. The idea of this mock results day is to prepare the students for the apprehension that is associated with waiting to find out their results in August. It is also an opportunity to help the students take stock of their current academic achievement, the remaining schools days until the exams start and the reality of achieving the best possible grades they can. here was a mixture of emotions from the students but was clear to see and hear from them was a real determination and willingness to do better which was humbling to see.

The assembly that supported the event covered the following key points;

• The results show you where you are now, not what your final grades will be in August

• Would these grades be good enough for you to move onto your desired Post16 education, college, apprenticeship?

• What support is available for every student every day, every week

• The importance of attendance and punctuality to school as there are only 46 school days until the first exam

• The need for change in their mindset

• The things that will have the biggest positive impact on their grades require no talent and are free, for example, be prepared for lessons by having your equipment, charge your chromebook every night, be positive, work harder today than you did the day before.

I would like to remind you of the support and guidance that is in place for your child by the academy. The teachers of Mascalls Academy produce outstanding lessons every day for the students and create an environment where students can learn and develop. That is why I am asking that you ensure your child attends school every day and is on time whenever possible. As mentioned previously there is only 46 teaching days until the first exam so every day counts. By now you would have heard from subject teachers if & when your child has been selected to attend specific Period 6 lessons. If students have not ben asked to attend specifically they are still welcome to attend the lessons but will be required to let the teacher know in advance so they can prepare resources accordingly. I thank you in advance for ensuring that they attend these lessons so that they can extend their learning with our teachers.

Staff will also be showing and explaining to students what specific topics need to be improved based on the mock data and information gathered throughout the academic year. May I also remind you that the Department for Education has now made the unprecedented move and have confirmed what changes students should expect in their exam papers per subject. Detailed information can be found here . We also have the MAS11 website where you and your child will find a wealth of information, help and guidance that covers exam techniques, exam information, subject specific revision guidance to name just a few. Links for these key areas can be found on this bulletin for your reference.

Finally I would like to inform you of two important dates for your diary. In accordance with the guidance from the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) all GCSe students are required to be available to sit exams until Wednesday 29th June. The awarding bodies will designate this day as a ‘contingency day’ for examinations, summer 2022. The second date is Wednesday 6th July. We have been fortunate enough to secure the Hop Farm, Paddock Wood as a venue for the Yr11 Leavers Prom. This event is an invite only event for the Yr11 students and invites will be distributed based on behaviour, attitude to learning & attendance/punctuality through out the academic year. Further information of tis event will be released shortly.

Yours sincerely,

Mr Stamato

Assistant Principal & Deputy Head of Luther King College