Volume 2, Issue 1

February 2014

What a busy, busy start to the new year. This issue is jam packed full of the exciting

goings on in the lives of our Marine Park Family. Sit back, put your feet up and enjoy!

ISSUE

THREE

The children in Year 4 wear invited to take part in our very own Junior Apprentice. The first task was for the children to submit their very own C.V. Everyone who applied went through to the next round but those who didn’t were fired! Task two was to get into groups and come up with an idea to

entertain the rest of the school on Children in Need Day. The groups were able to perform to the school and to our very own Lord Sugar.

The whole school raised a

whopping £755.90, however

Children in Need in the United

Kingdom raised more than

£31million!!! Amazing Stuff!!!

Thank you for donating to Children in Need.

Eva Picture

Staff pictured with Alex (3E) Staff pictured with Alex (3E) Staff pictured with Alex (3E) Staff pictured with Alex (3E) and MPFS very own Pudsey and MPFS very own Pudsey and MPFS very own Pudsey and MPFS very own Pudsey

Bear.Bear.Bear.Bear.

Thank you so much for your generosity! We raised an

amazing £755.90 for Children in Need

I was lucky to win tickets to see Jason and the Argonauts, a play at Whitley Bay Playhouse. The atmosphere of the play was mysterious and it made you curious about what was going to hap-pen next. The set was well thought out and imaginative. The colours of the set were subtle and that made the Golden Fleece, which was the reason why Jason sets off on his quest, even more golden and desirable. The actors worked very well within the set, especially when they moved their ship, the Argo into a vi-cious, twisting whirlpool! The actors played the parts very well, especially Medusa because she was magical and exciting. She was neither a ‘goodie’ nor a ‘baddie’, but something in between and more human. I thought it was a funny play too. The funniest part was the fact that we found out the mighty Hercules was actually afraid of crabs! This was because of their ‘beady eyes’! The actors talked about subjects that kids know. For example, instead of ‘Avengers Assemble’ they shout “Argonauts Assemble’ and lots more. I thought the moral was good too. To be a hero you don’t need power but you do need good teamwork, and also, do good deeds. I hope that the actors will come back and do more amazing Greek Myths!

At the end of the performance I was given the chance to meet and interview the actors.

By Eva Burns 4 NorthBy Eva Burns 4 NorthBy Eva Burns 4 NorthBy Eva Burns 4 North

Cast Interview

Roving Reporter Eva pictured outside The PlayhouseRoving Reporter Eva pictured outside The PlayhouseRoving Reporter Eva pictured outside The PlayhouseRoving Reporter Eva pictured outside The Playhouse

A surprise visit from Pudsey

during Children in Need assembly.

6. “or you can tear down”

7. “of all the things to be, I’m happy that I’m me”

By Callum Tebbut, 4S

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The Junior Apprentices third task was to come up with a school Wake and Shake. The apprentices had to decide the music, dance moves and the location that they filmed their video.

Last years group that got fired chose to film it in the library. The reason of this was because it was to dark and you could-n’t see anything. Their team name was To Infinity and Beyond. Also the winner of last years wake and shake was a team called Pick and Mix. They did theirs outside.

This years Winners were the group called The

Superstars. Their Wake and Shake was to I don’t care. Mrs Milburn gave the Superstars a 9 out of 10. The groups that were fired were Chocolate Toffee, Mew 2, Haribows and Piggy

Wiggies.

By Lauren Bellamy By Lauren Bellamy By Lauren Bellamy By Lauren Bellamy 4South4South4South4South

Anyone thinking of going on the year 4 trip to Robinwood are in for a real treat! No one can prepare you for the action packed, thrill seeking time that you are going to have there. As current year 4, we ven-tured to Alston back in late September and had the time of our lives.

These are just a few of the activities that we got up to.

The Piranha Pool

You are given a piranha t-shirt, with a special repellent sprayed on, for going in the piranha pool. Get ready to be terrified! You have to complete it in about 45minutes. You need to work as a team in order to solve challenges and answer questions to be able to unlock lots of padlocks and gain crystals. Its not as easy as you think and you need to remain level headed, despite the piranha invested water beneath you!

Caving

In caving you had to wear a head torch on your helmet. It was good fun and you got to learn about caves too. You had to find your way out of the maze and play lots of fantastic games.

Climbing

On the climbing wall you were dressed in a harness so you wouldn’t fall off. Everything is so safe at Robinwood. One of the group climbed while the others kept you safe by pulling down on a rope. These were known as a belay team. We also did bouldering along the wall and did a ninja pose too. It was so much fun.

Dragon Quest

This was a fort built to house 6 activities. Half the team were allowed to enter a locked area to solve a puzzle. We had to rely on the rest of the team out-side to help us as they had information that would be able to help us. After completing the 6 quests, we were given a code to get us into a special area where we were able to slay the dragon and save Robinwood!

If you have the opportu-nity to go to Robinwood, we would highly recom-mend it. You are on the go from morning till night.

Even if you are feeling a bit worried about an activity, you are encour-

aged just to do your best.

By Jessica Paterson & Alexandra Wann, 4East

As you may know, a slide has been fitted in Marine Park’s playground. Every-body was excited to have a go! In addition, we also received a climbing slope beside the slide. The slide is big enough for two people and the slides grand

opening was on Tuesday the 21st of January 2014. The School Councillors all got a turn on the slide to officially open it. When the ribbon was cut it meant

that the slide and the climbing slope were both open for everybody to start using! Mr Harrison took my class down for a try out it was awesome. He

tried the slide too, but he wasn’t very fast!

There are certain times that children are allowed to go on the slide and climbing

frame. When the slide has posts around it, you can’t go on it, because it might be

too wet. |However, when the posts aren’t there you can slide on the slide and climb

up the climbing frame. To find out when your turn is, look at the notices around the doors. We are so lucky to have such great things to play on at

Marine Park First School.

By Eva Burns 4 North

Congratulations to The Superstars

5. “he looked left and right, but he didn’t like the sight.”

2. “strumming on the old banjo”

9. “Oh

No…

he’s

eating up m

y toe!”

10. “for god and for valour, he rode through the land”

Alex & Jessica working out one of the puzzles.

Crate challenge

Page 3 VOLUME 2, ISSUE 1

Which school were you at when you

became a head teacher?

My first ever headship was at Grange First School in Gosforth.

What is the biggest thing that you have

achieved in your career so far?

My biggest achievement to date would be becoming a head teacher in a big, fantastic first school in Whitley Bay!

What was your most favourite subject at

school?

I loved Maths.

Which teacher has been the best this

year?

All of them have been great!

What was the most favourite game that

you liked to play at school?

My favourite game was Basketball.

What do you like to do in your freetime,

if you have any?

I play Basketball with a team in my spare time

What is the most favourite thing you

like seeing as a Headteacher in this

school?

I like seeing children enjoying learning.

Who is your favourite actor?

My favourite actor is Kevin Spacey.

What is your favourite joke?

(Q) What do you call a fly without wings?

(A) A walk!

What’s your favourite movie?

My favourite movie is ‘Up’ by Disney.

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“My biggest achievement to date would be becoming a head teacher in a big, fantastic first school in Whitley Bay!”

Frozen is the new Disney movie. It is about Queen Elsa and Princess Anna. Little snowman Olaf will make you laugh too! I would probably give the movie 9 out of 10. I went to see the film with Lauren back in November. Frozen has been voted the best Disney movie in over 20 years and personally I agree with that. I was wondering whether it would be good or not whilst I waited in my cinema chair. It turned out that I didn’t even need to worry because it was one of the best movies I have ever seen! If you get to watch it you will learn just how good it is!

What will happen when Elsa freezes everything? If Anna gets frozen in the head she will be ok but if she gets frozen in the heart will she be ok? Will Sven the moose save Anna? By accident Elsa freezes her whole town and the mayor is not happy. What will happen when she finds out what she has done and gets tangled up in her own mess? Find out at the cinema or when Frozen comes out on DVD and Blue Ray.

By Juliet Parker, 4 South.

Chicken John

Wide Space

White Driver

Easter Shell

Wide SpaceSpaceSpaceSpace

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1. “Arise

, let the m

orning com

e.”

4. “and we don't look like fish!”

2. “look at wa

ys to help us get along.”

By Isla Butler, Hannah Meares & Callum Tebbut 4S

Issue Three

What do you call an angry

vegetable?

A Grum Pea!

When is a door not a door?

When it’s a jar!

Why do elephants have big ears?

Because Noddy wouldn’t pay the ransom!

What do hedgehogs put in their sandwiches?

Prickled Onion!

Who is the most mysterious member of Marine Park First School staff?

Mystery Ston! (Mr Easton)

When can you tell when a sewing machine is happy?

When it’s in stitches!

Who shouted “You smell!” at the big bad wolf?

Little Rude Riding Hood!

Special thanks to this issues editing team Juliet Parker, Isla Butler, Callum Tebbut, Eva Burns, Hannah Meares, Lauren Bellamy,

Special thanks to this issues editing team Juliet Parker, Isla Butler, Callum Tebbut, Eva Burns, Hannah Meares, Lauren Bellamy,

Special thanks to this issues editing team Juliet Parker, Isla Butler, Callum Tebbut, Eva Burns, Hannah Meares, Lauren Bellamy,

Special thanks to this issues editing team Juliet Parker, Isla Butler, Callum Tebbut, Eva Burns, Hannah Meares, Lauren Bellamy, Matilda Ward, Jessica Paterson, Alexandra Wann, and Olivia

Matilda Ward, Jessica Paterson, Alexandra Wann, and Olivia

Matilda Ward, Jessica Paterson, Alexandra Wann, and Olivia

Matilda Ward, Jessica Paterson, Alexandra Wann, and Olivia

Robinson. So keep the articles coming in. We can’t do this without you!

Robinson. So keep the articles coming in. We can’t do this without you!

Robinson. So keep the articles coming in. We can’t do this without you!

Robinson. So keep the articles coming in. We can’t do this without you!

Wow!

We have hidden a line from 10 different school songs that we sing here at Marine Park. Can you find them and work

out which song the line has been taken from? Answers hidden on this page

Only Joking!

E H G F

I K J

A D C B

Myths & Legends The Great Divide Forces The School Secretary

Why Recycle Sheep The Romans Maps & Mapping

Classical Music 365 Things to Make & Do The School Caretaker

Here are some pictures of Marine Park staff are enjoying a little light reading after school. Can you work out who they are from the covers of their books? Answers will be published in the next issue.

By Tilly W

ard 4S

3. “the broad beans are sle

eping in there blankety beds.”

Identify the mystery item in the magnifying glass. Answers to Miss Barnes or Mrs Gardiner for a chance to win 1 Family Credit ( Only 20 available )( Only 20 available )( Only 20 available )( Only 20 available )

Missing Lyrics answers Missing Lyrics answers Missing Lyrics answers Missing Lyrics answers

1. Sun Arise.

2. Live as One.

3. Cauliflowers Fluffy.

4. We are Jellyfish.

5. Five Little Men in a Flying Saucer.

6. Build Up.

7. A Wiggly Waggley Worm.

8. Someone’s in the kitchen with Dinah.

9. I’ve been eaten by a Boa Constrictor.

10. When a knight won his spurs.

By Juliet Parker 4 South