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Introduction from Mr Milner
What are we reading?
As part of our enjoyment of reading, each class has a class novel that they read every day. Here is a list of what each class is reading:
Dragonfly, and Butterfly classes are sharing a range of books linked to their learning and based on the children's interests.
Class 1, 2, 3 and 4 - A variety of picture books that we enjoy listening to, and joining in with!
Class 5 -The 100-Mile-an Hour Dog by Jeremy Strong
Class 6 -Krindlekrax by Philip Ridley
Class 7 and Class 8 - Stig of the Dump by Clive King
Class 9 - Gangsta Granny by David Walliams
Class 10 - The Boy at the Back of the Class by Onjali Q Rauf
Class 11 and Class 12 - Wonder by RJ Palacio
Attendance
Well done to those classes that have hit over 96% attendance this week and to those children who have been in the academy every day this week!
You can see below how each class has fared this week with Green being above 90% attendance, Amber 80-90% attendance and Red below 80%. We would like all our pupils to be in the Green Zone. You will also see from the arrows if attendance has improved ↑ or declined ↓.
Please can I remind parents/cares that it is your responsibility to let us know if your child is ill or if they have a medical appointment as early as possible. There are a number of ways you can reach us e.g. ClassDojo, private message on Facebook or by contacting the school office on 01522 786760. Thanks, Mr Milner.
Dragonflies -91.64 % ↓ Class 6 - 92.73% ↓
Butterflies - 89.85% ↓ Class 7 - 89.87% ↑
Class 1 - 91.00% ↓ Class 8 - 92.88% ↓
Class 2 - 92.4% ↓ Class 9 - 94.15% ↓
Class 3 - 92.29% ↑ Class 10 - 91.48% ↓
Class 4 - 91.55% ↓ Class 11 - 93.47% ↑
Class 5 - 91.16% ↓ Class 12 - 93.73% ↓
Jubilee Special
On Friday 27th May we held a whole school celebration for Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee. In the morning, each year group looked at the key events of a given decade of the Queen's reign from the 1950s, right up to modern day. The children learnt about popular culture of the time, key events and significant milestones of the Queen's reign.
At lunch time we started by listening to the National Anthem and had an enormous celebration picnic lunch outside on the playground which had been wonderfully decorated by Mrs Barratt and her team. After lunch each year group took part in different games and activities from making crowns, having royal 'horse races', learning dances and much more.
In the lead up to the day, each year group completed their own special art work which was then displayed on a large display board in the church as part of their festivities. This board is now proudly on show in school, showcasing the fantastic work our children have completed in celebration of this historical event.
Below are some photos and videos of what we got up to.
Our Platinum Jubilee lunch
We had a celebration picnic lunch together in the playground. We started by listening to the National Anthem and had the tables and playground decorated with buting and red white and blue colours.
Jubilee learning
Across school, from Foundation to Y6, we looked at different time periods of Queen Elizabeth II's reign and also completed special art work to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee. Some of our learning was shared at the church as part of their celebrations.
The church posted about our work on their Facebook page and below are some photos of what we shared and will have displayed in school.
Last term, Foundation were lucky enough to have a visit from Sergeant Booth who came to tell the children all about his job in the infantry. Sergeant Booth discussed with the children his role as a guard for the Queen and his time in the army. He brought in all of his equipment for the children to have a look at. They even got the chance to use the equipment too. The children’s favourite was the bearskin. Thank you so much for your visit Sergeant Booth!
In KS1, we enjoyed a variety of activities linked to the Queen and the jubilee. This included; marching like the regimental guards, learning the National Anthem and playing a variety of sports.
Arts Week
As well as celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, we have had a busy week celebrating the Arts at St Giles Academy. We have had the opportunity to take part in a variety of workshops and activities around this including: DJing, street dance, street art, beatboxing, drumming and drama and storytelling. Look out for more about this in next week's newsletter!
Safeguarding
As a school community we must remember that keeping our children safe is everyone's responsibility. We always appreciate your support and thank you for reporting concerns when you see or hear of incidents outside school.
Online safety
National Online Safety produce online help guides known as #wakeupewednesday to keep children safe online. This week's guide is about Virtual Reality.
Virtual reality (VR for short) has existed for decades, but it’s only in the last 10 years that the technology has really become publicly available. With VR’s rapid rise as a gaming and educational medium, there are plenty of unknowns regarding its use – for adults and children alike. Is it safe? How long should someone use VR for? How expensive is it? What’s clear is that VR is becoming ever more ubiquitous in everyday life: from companies using it for training to at-home fitness. Knowing what the technology is capable of is more useful than ever.
In the guide, you'll find tips on a number of potential risks such as physical accidents, premature exposure and eye strain.
National Online Safety have now produced an app with lots of useful advice, support and guides around being safe online. Find out more by going to https://info.nationalonlinesafety.com/mobile-app
To find out more information about staying safe online, visit the E-Safety page on our website by clicking here.
Our stars of the week
Congratulations to this week's stars of the week, they are:
Dragonflies - Leo C for having an amazing attitude towards all tasks set.
Butterflies - Sophia W for trying her best in everything she has done this week!
Class 1 - Levi for his hard work in phonics with Miss Horsey, which has helped with his reading the of real and alien words this week!
Class 2 - Damir for working really hard in all of his lessons and giving 100%.
Class 3 - Lotti for her fabulous hard work this week. She has wowed us with her grown up attitude!
Class 4 - Michael for a great independent write adding details for feelings.
Class 5 - Klade for a great start to the term.
Class 6 - Holly for always doing her homework every week.
Class 7 - Melissa for a great start to life at St Giles Academy.
Class 8 - Daizy for composing sentences and great maths.
Class 9 - Riley-James for his excellent work in English and giving detailed answers.
Class 10 - Sasha for showing that he is Y6 ready!
Class 11 - Callum for for his effort in the school play.
Class 12 - Dylan for taking himself out of his comfort zone and smashing his audition for the Artful Dodger.
Upcoming events
Every Thursday morning - Family Learning
Tuesday 14th June - Year 6 Residential Parents Meeting
Friday 17th June - INSET (Academy closed to all pupils)
week commencing Monday 20th and 27th June - Multi Faith Fortnight
Monday 20th June - Firetruck visiting year 2
Monday 27th June - Year 6 at LCHS
Tuesday 28th June - Lincoln College to visit Year 3 and Year 4
Tues 5th July - Sports for champions and athlete visit
Weds 6th July - Sports Day
Tuesday 12th July - Year 5 Graduation (up to two family members invited, per child)
Friday 15th July - reports out to parents
Tuesday 19th July - Year 6 Prom
Friday 22nd July - end of term 6
Mon 25th July - INSET (Academy Closed to all pupils and staff)
Extra curricular school club information
Here is a list of our extra curricular clubs:
Monday after school: Y5 and 6 football with Mr Finn; Y5 and 6 art club with Mrs Smalec
Tuesday lunch: Y6 times tables club with Mrs Brooks; Y6 reading club with Miss Naughton
Tuesday after school: Y1/2 Multi-skills with Synergy
Wednesday lunch: Y5 times tables club with Mrs Brooks; Y4 TT Rockstars club with Mr Richards
Thursday lunch: Y5 homework club with Mrs Maddison and Mr Finn; 4 TT Rockstars club with Mrs Smalec
Thursday after school: Y1 Fun and Phonics with Miss Smith and Miss Forman; Y5 and Y6 rounders with Synergy andMrs Wray; Y4 times tables with Mr Richards; whole school board games club with Mrs Barratt
Friday lunch: Y5 athletics with Mr Starbuck, Y6 athletics with Miss Naughton; KS2 chess club with Mr Milner
Friday after school: Y3/4 Rounders with Synergy; Y1 and Y2 sign language with Miss Forman
Breakfast Club
We are so pleased to be working with Pepperells solicitors and Morrisons to provide the food for our breakfast club, ensuring that it remains FREE for anyone on free school meals. Please do take advantage of this as it provides an excellent start to the school day. The children have great fun and start their learning well nourished! No need to book. It opens at 7.30!!
We would like children in Year 1 to come and try it out for free next week, so if you are eligible or not, come and try our breakfast and join in with the fun and games for FREE!!!
If you are not eligible for Pupil Premium or free school meals, the cost is only £1 to be paid at https://www.parentpay.com/