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Create, Equip, Partner
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Dear Parents and Carers
Dear Parents and Carers
After an amazing Public Holiday where we were all glued to the tv screens as our amazing monarch of 70 years was laid to rest, life has continued on pretty much as normal since then.........
After an amazing Public Holiday where we were all glued to the tv screens as our amazing monarch of 70 years was laid to rest, life has continued on pretty much as normal since then.........
Sport has been at the forefront in particular, with football and netball leagues and 4L Swimming all taking place.
Sport has been at the forefront in particular, with football and netball leagues and 4L Swimming all taking place.
It's also lovely to have a strong focus on worship, with our links to St Michael's church providing both liturgy and clergy worship as well as weekly Lords Club.
It's also lovely to have a strong focus on worship, with our links to St Michael's church providing both liturgy and clergy worship as well as weekly Lords Club.
In fact we are partnering with our local community in several different ways this half term, including a number of local trips we have planned for the children. (see below)
In fact we are partnering with our local community in several different ways this half term, including a number of local trips we have planned for the children. (see below)
Today is Jeans for Genes day - more on this great cause below. Please remember to bring £1 donation to class if your child has chosen to dress up today.
Today is Jeans for Genes day - more on this great cause below. Please remember to bring £1 donation to class if your child has chosen to dress up today.
Next week:
Next week:
In the course of the week there will be individual and sibling photos taken - more info on this below.
In the course of the week there will be individual and sibling photos taken - more info on this below.
There are various workshops and trips scheduled for this week:
There are various workshops and trips scheduled for this week:
Years 4 and 5 are taking part in a Buddhist Workshop in school on Monday and on Tuesday lucky Year 2 have a trip to Wimbledon Tennis and Year 5 are off to Saint Cecilia's for a literary workshop with a local author.
Years 4 and 5 are taking part in a Buddhist Workshop in school on Monday and on Tuesday lucky Year 2 have a trip to Wimbledon Tennis and Year 5 are off to Saint Cecilia's for a literary workshop with a local author.
On Thursday the Year 6 who are registered will be taking part in the Wandsworth Test here in school and Year 5 are off to the National Gallery on Friday as part of their topic this term.
On Thursday the Year 6 who are registered will be taking part in the Wandsworth Test here in school and Year 5 are off to the National Gallery on Friday as part of their topic this term.
Best wishes for the weekend.
Best wishes for the weekend.
Ann-Marie Grant (AMG)
Ann-Marie Grant (AMG)
Headteacher
Headteacher
Facebook:@StMikesCoE
Facebook:@StMikesCoE
Twitter:@StMikesCoE
Twitter:@StMikesCoE
Don't forget to look out for updates on school life throughout the week on Facebook and Twitter so you don't miss out.
Don't forget to look out for updates on school life throughout the week on Facebook and Twitter so you don't miss out.
News, Notices and Reviews:
News, Notices and Reviews:
Individual Class Photos:
Individual Class Photos:
Please be aware that the individual and sibling photos are taking place in school during the course of next week.
Please be aware that the individual and sibling photos are taking place in school during the course of next week.
We ask that your child comes in full smart uniform and tidy hair every day next week and bring their PE kit on a day that's relevant to them.
We ask that your child comes in full smart uniform and tidy hair every day next week and bring their PE kit on a day that's relevant to them.
Please clearly name all your child's uniform and any water bottles, lunch boxes, book bags, snack boxes and back packs.
Please clearly name all your child's uniform and any water bottles, lunch boxes, book bags, snack boxes and back packs.
We have already been inundated in the office with requests to find missing items and if they aren't named they will need to be sent to Lost Property rather than returned to their owner.
We have already been inundated in the office with requests to find missing items and if they aren't named they will need to be sent to Lost Property rather than returned to their owner.
Cauliflower Cards:
Cauliflower Cards:
The packs have now been sent out to you and they will be collected in just before half term so that the cards and gift tags can be returned to families in time for overseas postage this year.
The packs have now been sent out to you and they will be collected in just before half term so that the cards and gift tags can be returned to families in time for overseas postage this year.
Look out for them in your children's book bags. We also have a number of spare forms in the office if need be.
Look out for them in your children's book bags. We also have a number of spare forms in the office if need be.
Harvest:
Harvest:
Wednesday 12th October: Advance warning:
Wednesday 12th October: Advance warning:
Any donated items will be collected in school ready for the special Harvest Festival church service which will be led by Megan.
Any donated items will be collected in school ready for the special Harvest Festival church service which will be led by Megan.
Please bring donations into school from Monday 10th October:
Please bring donations into school from Monday 10th October:
CHOCOLATES
COOKING OIL (SMALL BOTTLES PLEASE)
LAUNDRY TABLETS (NON-BIO)
LOO ROLL (4 PER PACK)
TIN OPENERS
TINNED CAT AND DOG FOOD
TINNED CUSTARD
TINNED FISH
TINNED FRUIT
TINNED MEAT (CHICKEN OR BEEF PLEASE)
TINNED POTATOES
TINNED RICE PUDDING
TOOTHPASTE & TOOTHBRUSHES
Many thanks
Many thanks
Love In A Box:
Love In A Box:
We have been notified by Mustard Seed that Love In A Box has been suspended for this year due to the ongoing conflict.
We have been notified by Mustard Seed that Love In A Box has been suspended for this year due to the ongoing conflict.
Please follow the link to their website for further information on how you can help support the charity in other ways:
Please follow the link to their website for further information on how you can help support the charity in other ways:
School Uniform Dress Code:
School Uniform Dress Code:
Please be reminded of our strict dress code here at St Michael's.
Please be reminded of our strict dress code here at St Michael's.
Already this term we are having children adapting and misinterpreting the requirements.
Already this term we are having children adapting and misinterpreting the requirements.
In particular there should be no brightly coloured trainers please.
In particular there should be no brightly coloured trainers please.
Follow the link to our website for full clarification:
Follow the link to our website for full clarification:
Jubilee Artwork:
Jubilee Artwork:
A reminder that your child's canvas from the Jubilee Art Exhibition is still available to buy on Parentmail for £5 each
A reminder that your child's canvas from the Jubilee Art Exhibition is still available to buy on Parentmail for £5 each
Parking Places Plea:
Parking Places Plea:
If any kind parent has space in their driveways for any of our members of staff struggling to park in the mornings we would be very grateful.
If any kind parent has space in their driveways for any of our members of staff struggling to park in the mornings we would be very grateful.
Please message the school office if you are able to help.
Please message the school office if you are able to help.
Thank you
Thank you
Change of Pick Ups:
Change of Pick Ups:
Please try to notify the School Office as early as possible regarding any change of pick ups, always copying in your child's teacher as well.
Please try to notify the School Office as early as possible regarding any change of pick ups, always copying in your child's teacher as well.
Many thanks
Many thanks
Lunches:
Lunches:
Please be reminded that children need to be consistent as to whether they are going to have EITHER a school lunch OR a packed lunch for at least half a term please.
Please be reminded that children need to be consistent as to whether they are going to have EITHER a school lunch OR a packed lunch for at least half a term please.
Also, please remember: we are a NO NUTS AND NO SESAME school.
Also, please remember: we are a NO NUTS AND NO SESAME school.
Many thanks.
Many thanks.
Birthday Treats:
Birthday Treats:
Please be reminded that birthday treats, such as cupcakes or sweets or lollipops, each need to be indivudally wrapped for distribution at the end of the school day .
Please be reminded that birthday treats, such as cupcakes or sweets or lollipops, each need to be indivudally wrapped for distribution at the end of the school day .
(And please remember our NO NUTS AND NO SESAME POLICY)
(And please remember our NO NUTS AND NO SESAME POLICY)
Thank you
Thank you
St Barnabas Church
St Barnabas Church
Autumn Fair:
Autumn Fair:
Saturday 24th September 2021:
Saturday 24th September 2021:
12 noon - 3pm
12 noon - 3pm
Southfields Harvest - the lively (and free!) family-friendly neighbourhood festival - is taking place at St Barnabas Church, Lavenham Road, SW18 5EP on Saturday 24th September from 12.00- 3.00pm.
Southfields Harvest - the lively (and free!) family-friendly neighbourhood festival - is taking place at St Barnabas Church, Lavenham Road, SW18 5EP on Saturday 24th September from 12.00- 3.00pm.
There will be storytelling and other activities for children as well as music from Southfields Academy and King George's Park Allotment Band. Snap up local honey, jam, cider and allotment veg as well as home-made cakes, sizzling Southfields sausages and veggie lunches from Salt and Pepper.
There will be storytelling and other activities for children as well as music from Southfields Academy and King George's Park Allotment Band. Snap up local honey, jam, cider and allotment veg as well as home-made cakes, sizzling Southfields sausages and veggie lunches from Salt and Pepper.
Enter the Southfields Bake-off (categories for children and adults) or help Jane Porter create a community artwork. Engage with The Listening Cart who want to know why you love Southfields!
Enter the Southfields Bake-off (categories for children and adults) or help Jane Porter create a community artwork. Engage with The Listening Cart who want to know why you love Southfields!
Walking To and From School Unaccompanied:
Walking To and From School Unaccompanied:
For Years 5 and 6 only
For Years 5 and 6 only
Please ensure you complete the online form LINK and return to the school office so that we have a record of any permissions given.
Please ensure you complete the online form LINK and return to the school office so that we have a record of any permissions given.
If your child is walking to school unaccompanied please be extra vigilant in advising the office by 9am if they are going to be absent from school. This is a vital safeguarding requirement.
If your child is walking to school unaccompanied please be extra vigilant in advising the office by 9am if they are going to be absent from school. This is a vital safeguarding requirement.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Saint Cecilia's Open Events for September 2023 entry:
Saint Cecilia's Open Events for September 2023 entry:
Please book your places early to avoid disappointment:
Please book your places early to avoid disappointment:
Date:
Date:
Monday 10th October 9am – noon
Monday 10th October 9am – noon
You will have a tour of the school and have an opportunity to hear from our Headteacher and some of our pupils.
You will have a tour of the school and have an opportunity to hear from our Headteacher and some of our pupils.
To read our prospectuses and book your place, please visit our website:
To read our prospectuses and book your place, please visit our website:
Let's Rock:
Let's Rock:
Years 1 and 2:
Years 1 and 2:
The children have now had a taster session with Jesse so please do contact him if you would like your child to take part in these music lessons.
The children have now had a taster session with Jesse so please do contact him if you would like your child to take part in these music lessons.
A flyer has also been sent out via parentmail.
A flyer has also been sent out via parentmail.
Our Inclusion:
Our Inclusion:
As all parents know, they are able to make an appointment with the class teacher and/or SENCO to discuss concerns they have about their child's learning and development.
As all parents know, they are able to make an appointment with the class teacher and/or SENCO to discuss concerns they have about their child's learning and development.
In addition to this The Inclusion Team would like to offer parents quick, drop-in opportunities where they can ask Mrs Harris (Deputy Headteacher, SENCo and Mental Health Lead) questions they have about their child.
In addition to this The Inclusion Team would like to offer parents quick, drop-in opportunities where they can ask Mrs Harris (Deputy Headteacher, SENCo and Mental Health Lead) questions they have about their child.
These sessions will start on Tuesday 13th September 2022 at 8:30-9am and run each week. If you wish to attend please come to reception after drop off.
These sessions will start on Tuesday 13th September 2022 at 8:30-9am and run each week. If you wish to attend please come to reception after drop off.
At the moment these sessions will be run on a first come first served basis, so there may be a queue.
At the moment these sessions will be run on a first come first served basis, so there may be a queue.
If necessary we may move to a sign up or booking system but we wanted to see how many parents needed these sessions and how well they are attended.
If necessary we may move to a sign up or booking system but we wanted to see how many parents needed these sessions and how well they are attended.
Kind regards
Kind regards
The Inclusion Team
The Inclusion Team
CONTACT Wandsworth:
CONTACT Wandsworth:
Please follow the link to their latest newsletter which includes information about changes to their Family Worker Team, coffee morning updates and toilet training workshops:
Please follow the link to their latest newsletter which includes information about changes to their Family Worker Team, coffee morning updates and toilet training workshops:
MHST Newsletter:
MHST Newsletter:
Follow the link for information about MHST's services for Mental Health. There are some helpful tips and links to online parent workshops that they are offering this term.
Follow the link for information about MHST's services for Mental Health. There are some helpful tips and links to online parent workshops that they are offering this term.
PE News:
PE News:
Football Match Report: Week 1
Football Match Report: Week 1
(written by team captain Lachi)
(written by team captain Lachi)
Match 1 - The mighty St Michael’s vs Sheringdale
Match 1 - The mighty St Michael’s vs Sheringdale
We kicked off first for this game and we got off to a good start with great passing.We were a bit sloppy at the start but got the hang of it. With only ten minutes straight in a game we needed a goal at this point. Lucky Noah scored with a fabulous back heel which won us the game 1-0.This gave us good confidence going into match two.
We kicked off first for this game and we got off to a good start with great passing.We were a bit sloppy at the start but got the hang of it. With only ten minutes straight in a game we needed a goal at this point. Lucky Noah scored with a fabulous back heel which won us the game 1-0.This gave us good confidence going into match two.
Match 2 - The mighty St Michael’s vs OLQH
Match 2 - The mighty St Michael’s vs OLQH
All the confidence from the first game gave us a strong start.We were making space and everyone was using this space to make runs or dribble into.Joshua and James (in defence) were doing a great job of making good passes or defending our goal which then left Freddy with nothing to do in the goal. Closer to the end of the match I blasted the ball at the keeper’s hand from the corner line and fortunately it found its way in, 1-0.We were feeling confident with no goals conceded yet.
All the confidence from the first game gave us a strong start.We were making space and everyone was using this space to make runs or dribble into.Joshua and James (in defence) were doing a great job of making good passes or defending our goal which then left Freddy with nothing to do in the goal. Closer to the end of the match I blasted the ball at the keeper’s hand from the corner line and fortunately it found its way in, 1-0.We were feeling confident with no goals conceded yet.
Match 3 - The mighty St Michael’s vs OLV
Match 3 - The mighty St Michael’s vs OLV
We started well with some great passing which led us to our first goal scored by Carter.We kept our streak going and were looking for all the space we could find. Carter scored again by chipping the keeper which was assisted by Noah with a cross from the sideline.We stayed strong and passed round the field as we had in all the games before. Carter scored again leading him to his well-earned hat trick. We thought we had it in the bag so we started to relax which then led to the opposition scoring a goal. 3-1 full-time.
We started well with some great passing which led us to our first goal scored by Carter.We kept our streak going and were looking for all the space we could find. Carter scored again by chipping the keeper which was assisted by Noah with a cross from the sideline.We stayed strong and passed round the field as we had in all the games before. Carter scored again leading him to his well-earned hat trick. We thought we had it in the bag so we started to relax which then led to the opposition scoring a goal. 3-1 full-time.
For our first 3 games this season we did very well to only concede one goal, while scoring 5.
For our first 3 games this season we did very well to only concede one goal, while scoring 5.
We Love Reading:
We Love Reading:
Our School Library:
Our School Library:
Roald Dahl Day:
Roald Dahl Day:
Roald Dahl was one of the best children's authors of all time.
Roald Dahl was one of the best children's authors of all time.
To commemorate him and his achievements, Roald Dahl Day happens every year on his birthday - September 12th - celebrating the magic that he brought and continues to bring to children everywhere....
To commemorate him and his achievements, Roald Dahl Day happens every year on his birthday - September 12th - celebrating the magic that he brought and continues to bring to children everywhere....
Our Outdoor Library:
Our Outdoor Library:
Southfields Library:
Southfields Library:
Heather from the library will be coming in for a special assembly on Wednesday 5th October to give out the 90 certificates to all who completed the challenge!
Heather from the library will be coming in for a special assembly on Wednesday 5th October to give out the 90 certificates to all who completed the challenge!
Reflection and Prayers :
Reflection and Prayers :
Prayers from Her Majesty's Funeral Service:
Prayers from Her Majesty's Funeral Service:
Let us give thanks to God for Queen Elizabeth’s long life and reign, recalling with gratitude her gifts of wisdom, diligence, and service.
Let us give thanks to God for Queen Elizabeth’s long life and reign, recalling with gratitude her gifts of wisdom, diligence, and service.
God, from whom cometh everything that is upright and true: accept our thanks for the gifts of heart and mind that thou didst bestow upon thy daughter Elizabeth, and which she showed forth among us in her words and deeds; and grant that we may have grace to live our lives in accordance with thy will, to seek the good of others, and to remain faithful servants unto our lives’ end; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
God, from whom cometh everything that is upright and true: accept our thanks for the gifts of heart and mind that thou didst bestow upon thy daughter Elizabeth, and which she showed forth among us in her words and deeds; and grant that we may have grace to live our lives in accordance with thy will, to seek the good of others, and to remain faithful servants unto our lives’ end; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Amen.
Let us pray for His Majesty The King and all the Royal Family; that they may know the sustaining power of God’s love and the prayerful fellowship of God’s people.
Let us pray for His Majesty The King and all the Royal Family; that they may know the sustaining power of God’s love and the prayerful fellowship of God’s people.
Almighty God, the fountain of all goodness, we humbly beseech thee to bless our most gracious Sovereign Lord King Charles, Camilla The Queen Consort, William Prince of Wales, and all the Royal Family: endue them with thy Holy Spirit, enrich them with thy heavenly grace; prosper them with all happiness; and bring them to thine everlasting kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Almighty God, the fountain of all goodness, we humbly beseech thee to bless our most gracious Sovereign Lord King Charles, Camilla The Queen Consort, William Prince of Wales, and all the Royal Family: endue them with thy Holy Spirit, enrich them with thy heavenly grace; prosper them with all happiness; and bring them to thine everlasting kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen
Amen
Remember, O Lord, thy servant Elizabeth who has gone before us with the sign of faith, and now rests in sleep.
Remember, O Lord, thy servant Elizabeth who has gone before us with the sign of faith, and now rests in sleep.
According to thy promises, grant unto her, and to all who repose in Christ, refreshment, light and peace; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
According to thy promises, grant unto her, and to all who repose in Christ, refreshment, light and peace; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Our PTA:
Our PTA:
We hope everyone has had a lovely week after an emotional start as we said goodbye to our amazing Queen with the most perfect funeral and procession.
We hope everyone has had a lovely week after an emotional start as we said goodbye to our amazing Queen with the most perfect funeral and procession.
Thank you to our year three families for creating such happy smiles with our first cake sale of the year this afternoon. There is no doubt that a cake sale is the best way to end a school week!
Thank you to our year three families for creating such happy smiles with our first cake sale of the year this afternoon. There is no doubt that a cake sale is the best way to end a school week!
This week we sent home the Cauliflower Card sheets. Please note the earlier return date of October 12 as we want to ensure your orders are ready by the end of November.
This week we sent home the Cauliflower Card sheets. Please note the earlier return date of October 12 as we want to ensure your orders are ready by the end of November.
Next week we will release details about ticket sales for the Autumn social and thank our Yr 2 reps who are doing a brilliant job of organising this event. Mark your diaries for October 15th!
Next week we will release details about ticket sales for the Autumn social and thank our Yr 2 reps who are doing a brilliant job of organising this event. Mark your diaries for October 15th!
The order for the fireworks is also being placed so we are definitely into Autumn..... Roll on November 5th!
The order for the fireworks is also being placed so we are definitely into Autumn..... Roll on November 5th!
We are still looking for a second person to chair the PTA. Please get in touch if you would like to be involved. It is so rewarding to see the children enjoying PTA events and such a critical part of our school community.
We are still looking for a second person to chair the PTA. Please get in touch if you would like to be involved. It is so rewarding to see the children enjoying PTA events and such a critical part of our school community.
Have a great weekend and happy Christmas crafting!!!
Have a great weekend and happy Christmas crafting!!!
PTA Committee
PTA Committee
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