Term 6 2024 Herbert Morrison Newsletter Issue 33 Thursday 18th July 2024

Contents Page

Mrs Peake's - News and Notes from the Headteacher

Recapping the Remarkable

Embracing Excellence: Celebrating

Good Behaviour for Learning

Attendance Matters so give it 100%

ONLINE SAFETY - Worry and Anxiety

LUNCH MENU

Summer reading challenge 2024

Need to know more ....

Mrs Peake's - News and Notes from the Headteacher

Dear Parents, Carers and Staff,

As we reach the end of another successful year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we've had together. This year has been filled with hard work, achievements, and memorable experiences that have enriched our school community.

Firstly, I would like to commend our students for their dedication and enthusiasm. Your efforts in academics, sports, arts, and various extracurricular activities have been truly commendable. Each one of you has shown growth and resilience, and I am incredibly proud of your accomplishments.

To our wonderful parents, thank you for your unwavering support and collaboration. Your involvement in your children's education and your partnership with our teachers are vital to our students' success. Your commitment to their growth is evident, and we are grateful for your trust in our school.

A heartfelt thank you goes to our dedicated staff. Your passion for teaching and commitment to nurturing our students' potential have made a significant impact. Your hard work behind the scenes and in the classroom does not go unnoticed, and I am grateful for your continued dedication.

As we analyse our end-of-year results, we shine with pride at the KS2 SATs results. Our students have performed exceptionally well, and these achievements reflect the hard work of our entire school community.

Click here for a smile - this was an entry into the Talent show that didnt make it to the finals!

We bid a fond farewell to our Otters Year 6 class as they embark on their new adventures in secondary school. We will miss your energy and contributions, and we wish you all the best in your future endeavours. We also wave goodbye with heavy hearts to long standing staff members who are leaving to enjoy a well deserved rest. Miss Evelyn (34 years), Mr Shepherd (26 years) and Ms McPherson (1 year) - over 60 years between them! Thank you for your kindest and for leading by example - you will all be very missed.

Looking ahead, we are excited to welcome our new Wombat Reception Class in September. We can't wait to meet you and start this new chapter together.

As we look forward to the upcoming term, let's carry the lessons we've learned and the bonds we've strengthened into the future. I encourage everyone to take this break to rest, recharge, and spend quality time with loved ones.

Wishing you all a wonderful and restful break. Enjoy your holidays, and I look forward to seeing everyone refreshed and ready for the new term.

Kind regards

Mrs Peake - Headteacher

Recapping the Remarkable

Year 2

English

Local Area Book Making

EYFS

Understanding the World

Timmy the Tortoise

Year 5 and 6

PSHE

Cycling Skills

Year 6

PSHE and Music

Otters Graduation

Year 5

Science

Secondary School Taster Day

Year 4

English

Author

Year 1

From Seed to Feed

Whole School

PTA Fundraising

Summer Fair

Year 5

Eritrean Cooking

Year 3

Maths

Explore Learning Workshop

EVENT VIDEOS ARE AVAILABLE TO VIEW AGAIN AND AGAIN ON THE SCHOOL WEBSITE. GO TO 'NEWS' - 'EVENTS TO REMEMBER'

Embracing Excellence: Celebrating

Good Behaviour for Learning

These children have been commended for impressive effort and excellence this week.

They receive a special certificate, a round of applause in the celebration assembly and an entry into the Gold Book! We are very proud.

YN - Soraia and Gloria

YR - Shemiya and Rose

Y1 - Chloe, Sasha and Finlay

Y2 - Alex and Jerone

Y3 - Isabelle and Sara

Y4 - Ilyas J and Sydney-Belle

Y5 - Jaxon and Anna

Y6 - Whole Class for great SATs results!

Attendance Matters so give it 100%

School starts at 8.50am and ends at 3.30pm - please be punctual.

Overall we are just under the expected 95% for this year. In line with the latest Government guidance we will have a Family Support Worker joining us in September to work with Families who are not reaching the expected 95% and to support them avoiding the Government fines.

Please see the School Website for the latest guidance. This was also shared in a newsletter last term.

Dates

for

your

diary

TERM 6 DATES

Thurs 18th July - The Selfish Giant Theatre Show (Thank you PTA)
Thurs 18th July - Last day of Wyvil After Sch Care
Fri 19th July - Last day of Term 6. Sch closes at 2pm
HAPPY SUMMER BREAK

TERM 1 DATES

Tues 3rd Sept - First day of school ( not for Reception Class)
Tues 3rd and Wed 4th Sept - New ( Reception Class) Parent Conference Meetings
New Reception Class start dates are staggered - please only attend on your allocated day
Mon 9th Sept - clubs start this week
Mon 9th Sept - 3.30 Year 1 Meet the Teacher Meeting in Yr1 Class - Phonics update
Tues 10th Sept - Year 5 Swimming Starts - must wear a hat
Tuesday 10th Sept - 3.30 Year 2 Meet the Teacher Meeting in Yr2 Class - SATs update
Wednesday 11th Sept - 3.30 Year 3+4 Meet the Teacher Meeting in the Hall - Multiplication Test Check update
Thursday 12th Sept - 3.30 Year 5+6 Meet the Teacher Meeting in the Hall - SATs update
Friday 13th Sept - 9am PTA Welcome Meeting in the Hall/Cabin
Mon 7th Oct - Flu vaccine for yrs R-6 ( opt in )
Wed 9th Oct - 9-10am Black History Open Morning
Thurs 10th Oct - Parents Evening - children collected at 2pm
Fri 11th Oct - INSET - School Closed to Children
Fri 25th Oct - Own Clothes Fundraising day

2 WEEK DIARY

Time

to

talk

Values

We discuss the values and question of the week in assembly. Discuss these with your child at home.

VALUE OF THE WEEK

QUESTION OF THE WEEK

When do you stop being a child ?

Family Well Being

Summer holidays

A British survey found that more than one third of parents find that the summer break sometimes leaves them feeling dazed, confused and in need of a holiday themselves! So now that the examination season is over, the pressure is off children and parents, everyone gets to unwind and start relaxing. How can you make sure you are not one of the parents left completely exhausted?

The strategies here may help you.

Click here to download the PDF with lots more information and ideas so both you and your child enjoy the Summer Break.

ONLINE SAFETY - Worry and Anxiety

The National Online Safety #WakeupWednesday is included on our X ( aka Twitter ) @HerbMorrPriSch.

NHS statistics indicate that the need for mental health support for children and young people in the UK is higher than ever, with 1 in 6 children (16%) reported as being in need of such help. Unchecked worry and anxiety in under-18s is a key contributor to this figure, with roughly 4 in 10 children (37.4%) saying they don’t receive regular support from their school or college

While everyone feels a touch of concern over the future now and then, chronic worry and anxiety can feel unending This can cause significant damage to young people’s wellbeing – such as losing sleep, feeling emotionally drained, and having their school grades impacted It's vital that children and young people suffering from worry and anxiety have effective tools to manage their fears and regain control, and know when to seek further help. This Wake Up Wednesday, we’re offering expert guidance on how to provide that support.

LUNCH MENU

The lunch menus are on a 3 week rota - please find the Monday date at the top to know what will be on offer for the week. There are 3 menus to see below. Yum!

Please note that there has been a change to the Friday Fish vs Fish fingers following a democratic vote led by the children. Fish will be for 2 weeks and Fish fingers will be for 1 week out of the 3 as 30% votes for the fish fingers and 60% votes for fish!

Summer reading challenge 2024

As we roll into summer and the school holidays loom, our minds in libraries turn to those long joyous weeks for the children away from school. In Libraries, of course, we're still here throughout, and we'll be running The Summer Reading Challenge encouraging children to keep reading during the summer holidays, ensuring they are ready for a great start to the new term in the autumn. Children set a reading goal and collect rewards for reading anything they enjoy. Children can sign up here at their local library or online, and it’s FREE to take part.

This year’s Challenge is called Marvellous Makers and it’s all about creativity! From dance to drawing, junk modelling to music, there’s something for everyone. The Challenge starts on Saturday 6 July.

We are also looking for older teenagers interested in volunteering this summer to help with the Summer Reading Challenge for younger children. To find out more ask at your local library.

Need to know more ....

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