Friday 18 December 2015

Richmond Rhythm Dance Competition

Last Friday, four Year 10 students represented Teddington School at the Richmond Rhythm Dance Competition held at Orleans Park School. The girls, competing in the Key Stage 4 category, had choreographed their own piece using the gaming console Wii as a stimulus. After several weeks of rehearsing hard, the girls took to the stage and performed their work in front of the judges. The competition was tough and there were some high quality pieces from other schools, but the girls were composed and performed extremely well. After all the schools performed, there was a nervous and anxious wait for the results. As the results were announced, the girls had no expectations as they simply had a great time soaking up the atmosphere and performing at a new venue. Then the announcement was made and Teddington School had been awarded first place. The group had been named as winners of the Key Stage 4 Richmond Rhythm competition. Such a fantastic achievement! The judges told the girls that they thought the piece met the criteria very well and was a well thought out piece. Congratulations to Elizabeth Woodford and Clara Pugh-Thorogood from 10Y2, Olivia Herring from 10W2 and Georgina Watson from 10S1. Beth Reynolds Head of Year 13 Associate Assistant Headteacher

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Winter Concert

Last Wednesday evening was our Teddington School 2015 Winter Concert. Over 120 students took part in the event, the most we have ever had in a school concert. The newly formed KS3 harmony group began the night with a Christmas hit from the 1980’s, followed by two very well performed songs from the Year 9 singing group, led by Alice Griffiths,11Y2. The new school orchestra, run by the Richmond Music Trust, played a Baroque piece with confidence and the classical theme continued with an outstanding duet from two grade 8 violinists, Sasha Manning, 11T2 and Anastasia Solovieva, 9Y2. Ms Bowman accompanied them on the piano. The two Year 11 singing groups gave the audience excellent and mature renditions for their final school concert performances. The audience appreciated not only the high standard of their singing but also the dedication they have shown to the singing groups over the last five years. The audience was again extremely supportive of the school’s first boys’ singing group who gave a rousing version of the Beatles’ ‘”Nowhere Man” in three part harmony. As Daniella Wilmot, 13LM, was unwell, Francesca Lake, 13LM, took it upon herself to perform “All I Want for Christmas Is You” as a solo and did an excellent job. Alice Griffiths appeared again for a beautiful piano solo and was followed by some complex and very well executed close harmony singing from the KS4/5 singing group. The Richmond Music Trust led School Jazz Band performed very well and the evening was rounded off by a powerful, acoustic version of “What a Feeling” from the school’s upcoming production, “Back to the 80’s”. Will Cragg Teacher in charge of Music

Christmas Shoebox Appeal

Teddington School students took part once more this year in the annual Rotary Christmas Shoebox scheme. The gift of a shoebox that contains toys, toiletries, educational items or household goods is a drop of happiness to the people of Eastern Europe who live in a world of poverty. For many, it will be the first present that they have ever received and it lets them know that somebody, somewhere cares. The students thoroughly enjoyed filling and decorating the shoeboxes with thoughtful Christmas gifts for those less fortunate than themselves. They take great pleasure in giving something back especially at this time of year. Charlotte Jennings Assistant Head of Year 7

Young Photographer Of The Year Congratulations to Oliver Phillips, 8S1 who has had a photograph shortlisted in the Under 15 category of the Young Photographer of the Year competition run by Click Photography. His photo has been exhibited at the Orleans Gallery and will also be on show at the Rose Theatre in January.

Sixth Form Head Boy and Head Girl

On Wednesday 9 December, a small number of Year 12 students took part in the Head Boy and Head Girl interviews. The interviews were led by Ms N Meston and Miss C Thomas. After and before the interviews, students had to take part in a meeting with a student panel consisting of two Year 10 and two Year 11 students along with Miss Reynolds, Head of Year 13. We are delighted to announce the following appointments: Head Boy - James Meadows, 12AH. Head Girl - Mia Baker, 12JM. Deputy Head Boy - Olen Gunn, 12EJ. Deputy Head Girl - Morgana Rubini, 12JM. Clare Thomas Head of Year 12

Teddington School PE Results Wednesday 9 December - Wednesday 16 December 2015

The Under 13 Girls cricket team were crowned Richmond Borough Indoor Champions on Wednesday 16 December after a convincing victory in the final against Waldegrave School. They will now go on to represent Richmond at the London finals. Darren Sheldrake Games Co-ordinator

Basketball

Time/Date Team Venue Opponent Result Type Report

Fri 11 Dec 13.45

Boys Year 7

Neutral Various See report : - Tournament Finished second in pool Won: 14 - 5 vs Grey Court Won: 8 - 4 vs Richmond Park Academy Lost: 8 - 12 vs Hampton School

Football

Time/Date Team Venue Opponent Result Type Report

Thu 10 Dec 15.30

Boys Year 10

Tbc Richmond Borough 6 a side

See report : - Tournament Finished in 6th place MVP(s) Daniel Hyde

John Lewis Christmas Celebrations

On Thursday 17 December, 12 of Teddington School students’ entertained shoppers at John Lewis in Kingston upon Thames. They sung for an hour, giving an outstanding performance, and were complimented by the public, shop workers and the manager of John Lewis. Well done to Elise Busset, Anna Fisk, Alice Griffiths, Francesca Lake, Bella McDowell, Olivia Patel, Sophie Roadnight, Emily Thomas, Anna Viytovych, Daniella Wilmot and Demitris Zacharia. Will Cragg Teacher in charge of Music

Coding Club

Please find attached the flyer detailing the arrangements for the Coding Club which we will be offering in the New Year. This will take place after school on Wednesdays. As it is a beginners’ club and we anticipate high demand, we are operating the allocation of places on a first come, first served basis. Full details on the flyer attached. Rebecca Poole Deputy Headteacher

Teddington School PTA Update

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Teddington Trading

This month’s Teddington Trading is now out. Please click the link below to access it. https://fluencycontent-schoolwebsite.netdna-ssl.com/FileCluster/Teddington/Mainfolder/TT-MASTER-DECEMBERFINAL.pdf Any questions or queries to pta@teddingtonschool.org.