St Peter’s NewsletterAn illustration of this can be seen in a story I once heard about a group of children who learned the importance of Gospel Values and how it affected their views of one vulnerable classmate…

The Parish Religious Education class consisted of only nine children, one of whom was Philip, who had Down ’s syndrome.

On Easter Sunday the teacher gave each child an empty plastic egg. She told the children to go outside and find something to put into the egg that would remind them of the meaning of Easter. After a short while the children bounced back, excited and happy. Each child opened the egg to reveal a variety of things that reminded them of Easter, one had picked a flower, another had found an acorn, one had even managed to catch a butterfly and so on. Then it was Philip’s turn to open his egg. His egg contained nothing; it was empty.

Some of the children laughed at Philip because he had returned with his egg empty and they presumed that he had not understood what they were supposed to do. Philip protested however, “But teacher,” he said, “teacher, the tomb of Jesus was empty at Easter.”

Philip died a few months later. The local newspaper mentioned that at the funeral eight children put a large empty egg on the small coffin. On it was a banner that read, ‘The tomb was empty’.

As St Paul wrote, “God’s folly is wiser than human wisdom and God’s weakness is stronger than human strength”.

On behalf of all the staff and governors of St Peter’s, I extend our wish for a happy and blessed Easter to our families and friends.God bless,

Mr D J Todd, Headteacher

Welcome to our Spring Newsletter. We have many achievements and developments to share with you. I am sure that you will enjoy discovering about our triumphs, such as the Rugby Town Shield winners for Years 8 and 10 or gaining the top prize at Rock Challenge again this year.

During our Lenten journey to Easter there have also been opportunities for students to reflect on their relationship with God and with others. Students have been invited to share the Sacrament of Reconciliation, for example, and Year 8 classes have begun their schedule of ‘Days of Reflection’. Sixth Formers have been particularly busy raising funds for charity and some of our students have been appointed Special Ministers of the Eucharist.

Our Mission as a Catholic School remains distinct from other schools and we can rejoice in the freedom to be able to share and express our faith. Our ‘Gospel Values’ are evident in so many ways amongst and beyond the members of our community. It may be a simple example, but when I stand at the front of the school at both Southbourne and Iford as the school day begins, I am struck by the number of students alighting from school buses, who are thoughtful enough to say ‘thank you’ to the drivers. It’s a simple but genuine sign of appreciation. It does not take much, but I hope that it means something to those who have battled their way through the Bournemouth traffic to bring our students to school.

Education at St Peter’s is not just about gaining those all-important qualifications, it is also about being the very best we can be – or better still, the people God wants us to be. Not because we have an exam to pass in it, but because we are made in God’s image and likeness, because we have dignity and purpose and we also recognise that in each other.

With Christ as our GuideLearning Together

Loving God and Each OtherBecoming the Best We Can Be

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GMATHS CHALLENGE Recently, 30 pupils from Years 9, 10 and 11 took part in the Intermediate Maths Challenge. The Maths Challenge is organised by the United Kingdom Mathematics Trust (UKMT) and is taken by the top mathematicians from every school from all over the country. The challenge involves answering 25 multiple choice questions which stretch the participants’ brains to the limit and force them to think outside the box. Congratulations go to all involved, with a a special mention to

Robert Olliffe, Year 10, who got the best score in the school and received a Gold Medal. The following students received a Silver Medal: Chiara Andreotti, Charlie Hayes, Edward Churchill, Kacper Kazaniecki, Harry Brown, Amelia Gale, Phoebe Harris, Victoria Mccarthy and George Griffiths.

The following students received a Bronze Medal: Erin Spence, Cara Lancaster, Alan Philip, Alec Yearworth,

Rebecca Mccarthy, Yoshiki Cook, Oliver Khoo and Hadley Wells-West.

The following students qualified and participated in the Maths Challenge:Erika Roberts, Molly Groarke, Ethan Dunning, Isabelle Oliveira, Matilda Simpson, Billy Jones, Jesvin Jain, Grace Barlow, Geremy Gordula, James Morrison, Oliver Warner and Geoffrey Angco. Student Reporter: Alan Philip, Year 10

SHORE IDEAS SUCCESS SLOW, STEADY AND STRESSFUL

Last year as part of our Sixth Form Enrichment Scheme, collaborating with Shore Ideas, five of our students successfully attended a ‘Dragons Den’ style business pitch, presenting their ‘pop shake make!’ idea to five ‘Lions’. ‘pop shake make!’ is a drinking cup that has a multi-use storage compartment at the bottom, which holds different flavour sachets. The last few weeks have been very stressful for the ‘pop shake make!’ team. There has been much confusion in the process of ordering our products which are going to be coming from China. We have been in contact with many different departments of our suppliers whilst in the process of finalising a payment deal for our order within our guidelines given to us by the YMCA who gave us our seed fund of £1,000. However, there have been no issues obtaining our flavouring substance. We have decided to use Crystal Light sachets from America. The flavours

we will be getting will be: Raspberry Lemonade, Natural Lemonade, Wild Strawberry and Cherry and Pomegranate. We have decided that the price for customers to buy one of our bottles – which has a multi-use storage compartment at the bottom in which you can hold your sachets, medication or whatever else you might want to store and two of the flavoured sachets of random flavours – will be £3.99. We believe this is a reasonable price considering the quality of our product and how different it is. The next step forward is to promote and obtain pre-orders for our product, the profit of which will go to our chosen charity – Shea O’connor Combined School in South Africa. As well as fundraising for Shea’Oconnor, we are also sending over drinks with multi-vitamin tablets as we know they are deprived of such necessities in their diet and this could greatly benefit their health and well-being. We would really appreciate your donations so they can have a better education and standard of living. To donate to our cause please follow this link www.shoreideas.co.uk/team/sheer-shakes Until next time, Pop, Shake, Make! Thomas Dingley, Jon Sims, Sanal Stephen, John Mitchell and Michael Uden-Halls, Sixth Form students

SPRING EXTENDED PROJECT EVENINGOur Year 13 Extended Project students treated us to the usual varied mix of talks on 10 March. This time we had more students creating artefacts such as a wedding dress, designed and created by Natalia Kubala and modelled by her mother, a short story influenced by philosophical existentialist ideas (Max Fry) and a musical reinterpretation of two songs by Finan McKinney.

Other students informed us about Nelson Mandela’s legacy (Michelle Williams), feminism, (Anya Merry West), the choices facing the NHS treating self-inflicted illnesses (Reuben King), successful communication in physical education lessons with primary children (Emma Lalor) and Should mindfulness be taught in schools? (Lauren McClennan). The evening was finished off with an account of lesser known American Presidents and their impact on history (Liam Dunsdon).

It is always an impressive evening and fascinating to hear students talk about the topics they are passionate about.

All these students and the Christmas group will gain extra UCAS points and enhanced applications to universities and the workplace. It is very challenging and they deserve big congratulations for completing the course to such a high standard.

Mrs Middleton, Head of Sixth Form

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PHILOSOPHY AND ETHICS GIFTED AND TALENTED

In February ten Year 10 students attended the annual Philosophy and Ethics Gifted and Talented Student Conference at Oxford. The conference was conducted by Julie Arliss from Academy Conferences supported by Dr Mark Lewney and Professor Tom Greggs covering such topics as: Moving Statues; Robot Fantasy, Android Dreams and the Emotion Chip; Chaos and the Origins of the Universe. The conference is conducted in the

vein of a university lecture, so the content is aimed to stimulate thought at a high intellectual level.

The students represented St Peter’s with great pride. They engaged in lively debate on the topic “This house believes that personal preference is all that matters in morality”, with a good contribution from Kacper.

After the conference the students were given a private tour of St John’s College by the St Peter’s past pupil, Joe Larvin who is reading Medicine at Oxford University. Special thanks goes to Bob Belcher (Vice Chair of Governors and mini-bus driver) and Mr Piccinino (RE teacher) for supervising the students from 7am to 7pm.

INTERNET SAFETYTwo policewomen came into school in March to give the Year 10’s a talk on Internet Safety. The talk lasted an hour and covered many topics on how and why it is so important to stay safe on the Internet. They covered different methods of hacking and the importance of having a secure password; cyber bullying and how to deal with it; and the risks of sexting. They also told real life examples of people that used the internet in the wrong way and paid the price for it. There are many issues that today’s teenagers face online so it was essential that the Year 10’s were informed about the dangers of the internet.

St Peter’s regularly provides internet safety talks for our students. Student Reporter: Alan Philip, Year 10

GIRLS ONLY On Thursday 19 March, in a special girls’ only assembly, all our sixth form girls were riveted by a talk from entrepreneur Lara Morgan who made £10 million by her 40th birthday and now owns five companies. Lara told her story with humour, drive and passion and created a buzz that lasted for two days as the girls discussed her life story and how she had made her way in a challenging world. Lara has inspired some of the girls to think about business related careers as alternatives to university and is helping one girl set up her own business with her top quality advice and guidance.

Lara gives her time freely to ‘Speakers for Schools’, an initiative set up by the BBC’s Robert Peston, and we hope to host more such inspirational speakers.

YEAR 7 PILGRIMAGE TO PORTSMOUTH CATHEDRALYear 7 students went on a pilgrimage to Portsmouth Cathedral, on Thursday 29 January and Tuesday 3 February. On arrival, groups toured the cathedral. The students enjoyed walking around and looking at the statues and chapels in the cathedral. They got to look around all the aspects of the church, which were The Lady Chapel, Font, Chapel of St Patrick, Statue of the Sacred Heart, Statue of St Peter, Chapel of the Last Supper, Chapel of St John

the Evangelist and the bishop’s throne. Teresa, the chaplain at the Iford site, said it was a great opportunity for her to meet the students of Year 7. After the tour, the students were able to join in the daily mass that they have at the cathedral. Two students from each trip were chosen to do a reading in the service. They had the opportunity to take part in the mass through the readings and communion. After the service, the priest who

took the mass told a member of staff that the students of St Peter’s were one of the best behaved schools in the diocese. Over all, all of the students enjoyed the experience as well as the members of staff. The scenery was amazing but the atmosphere in the building was truly spectacular. Student Reporter: Emily Colyer, Year 7

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LEARNING LEADERSThe school now has 22 student learning leaders drawn from Years 8 to 13. This group, launched in September 2013, has grown significantly, both in the numbers of students involved, and the range of activities that they undertake. All students appointed this year applied by letter, and were selected by existing Learning Leaders. Our more experienced leaders now have experience of being interviewed by Ofsted, and are rapidly gaining experience as interviewers in their own right, given the frequency with which they are called upon to assist in student panels for roles within the school. This year the students have coordinated research across the school, looking at effective marking and feedback, and student experience of home-learning. Students have met with subject leaders in order to share their findings, a move which signals closer collaboration between students and teachers in reflecting on, and raising, the quality of the learning experience for all of our students. Their feedback will feed into a revised approach to home-learning that will be launched in September – please see the Parent Learning Bulletins in the summer term for details. Over the last half term, the Learning Leaders have coordinated a consultation with every student in the school inviting them to nominate teachers who they feel are inspiring and passionate about their subject; and also, in a new development, members of our support staff who students feel they would like to thank for their work in making our school community such an effective and supportive centre of learning. All staff nominated will receive an acknowledgment from the students, and in the photo you can see some of the Learning Leaders signing more than 140 cards during their lunch break on March 20th. My thanks go to them all, as they have risen to the various challenges they have faced with such good grace, and have shown themselves to be outstanding leaders. If you are interested in finding out more about the Student Learning Leader initiative, please contact Mr Antram, Deputy Headteacher

YEAR 9 WEYMOUTH GEOGRAPHY TRIP Monday 9th through to Wednesday 11th of February, Year 9 geography classes were driven by coach to Weymouth in order to learn about the importance and effects of tourism on the local area; the trip included a visit to Portland and Chesil beach – one of three major shingle structures in Britain. The trip to Weymouth signified the start to the new topic on tourism.

During the trip, children learnt about the importance of the tombolo, Chesil Beach, and were educated on its formation due to the melting of glaciers. Here, the pupils were taken to the Chesil Beach visitor centre, where they were told about the history of the pebbles on Chesil Beach and where they originated. In addition, the Year 9 classes travelled to Portland, where they saw the accommodations for athletes in the 2012 London Olympic Games, and various industries that were sustained by the money invested by tourism for the Olympics.

Finally, the students arrived in Weymouth, where they were asked to fill out a survey about tourism and how – from the locals’ point of view – it benefited or detracted from the area. Here the pupils witnessed first-hand the tourist industry, by visiting souvenir shops and other businesses specific to the area. Also, each child carried a workbook to rate the utilities in the area, for example: were there a sufficient amount of bins and forms of waste disposal? The students agreed that this trip was an important part of their tourism topic, and has informed them on the positives and negatives of not only tourism (negatives being pollution and congestion) but the legacy left behind by the Olympic Games. This trip has undoubtedly enhanced the pupils understanding of industries and their dependence on tourism, as well as proving to be a useful insight into the development of the landscape of Chesil Beach. Student Reporters: Emily Stensrud & Jessica Moore, Year 9

PHILOSOPHICAL WALK THROUGH HISTORYOn Monday 9th February, eight Year 12 students went to Lytchett Minster School for a Philosophy and Ethics Student Conference, to broaden their knowledge and recap topics in readiness for their summer exam. The day started with a ‘Philosophical Walk through History’ covering topics such as, The Early Church, The Greek Philosophers, Enlightenment and Post Modernism. Throughout the day, the students attended workshops consisting of: the cosmological argument for the existence of God, Kantian Ethics, the ontological argument for the existence of God and Aristotle and Plato. Later on in the day they participated in a

‘speed dating’ activity, where the students debated philosophical questions and issues in a carousel format. In addition to St Peter’s, other schools that attended were St Edward’s School, Bournemouth School for Girls and Lytchett Minster School. With thanks to Lytchett Minster school who hosted the event and Mr Wallace who supervised the group. Also thanks go to Mr Herford who organised the occasion for the sixth form students. Student Reporter: Miah Herford, Year 8

WHY TAKE IT FOR GCSE?Taking IT for GCSE will help you in a wide range of jobs, like Software Development, Engineering, Animation, and even Music Production. You can also be largely benefited in your everyday life. You can gain key skills such as independent learning, problem solving, organisation, presentation, and persistance.” If you are interested in IT, there are some upcoming events: Scratch Project at the university, BAFTA Young Game Designer and many more.

Student Reporter: Patrick McKay, Year 9

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The children have taken part in a 10 week tennis coaching programme which they have really enjoyed (look out Andy

Murray!) We will be working with Sports Leaders from our Secondary phase, after Easter, to develop our PE skills. We are really looking forward to it. Miss Wogan and Mr Clark have been involved in The Power of Reading programme and have incorporated lots of wonderful books into their themes for this term. “The Naughty Bus” supported their recent transport theme and “big fun” was had by everyone.

Year 7 and 8 students supported and helped with a Scholastic Book Fair to coincide with World Book Day. We raised enough money to b able to purchase

£299 worth of books for our classrooms.

We held a competition to tell everyone about our favourite books – it was won by Amelie Motte and Marina Spence (Mr Todd was the judge!) Our next phase of refurbishment will be starting soon as we get ready to welcome two new Reception classes and two new teachers in September. We can hardly believe our little ones will soon be Year 1.

We have all been getting ready for the Easter season by thinking about the meaning of Lent. We decided to focus on saying

a prayer every night before we go to sleep and to smile at everyone to make them happy. We’ve had a lovely second term and are looking forward to a wonderful summer. Everyone in primary would like to say “Happy Easter”. Kathy North, Head of Primary

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BRAVO!Twelve of our Sixth Form students who took part in a course at Christchurch Amateur Radio Society, have all passed their foundation licence examination, and are now licensed to operate an Amateur Radio Station.

Most of the training was practical, with a small amount of radio and electronics theory, including using the correct fuses in your equipment and how to build an antenna to get the most out of your radio station.

Congratulations go to Paul Bailey, Rex Brazier, Nathan Culwick, Nathan Fisher, Jordan Forward, Matthew Gibbons, Lewis Hall, Alwin John, Michael Laking, Alwin Renny, Jakub Reterski and Francesca Whitaker.

Steven Beith, Physics Teacher

BATTLEFIELDS 2015On Friday 20th March, at 5:30am, 50 Year eight students and five teachers set off on a trip to Belgium to explore the battlefields and memorials of WW1. After the tiresome journey, the group finally arrived in Ypres, Belgium, at 2pm. As soon as they set foot on unknown soil the adventure had begun. They visited Hooge Crater Museum. They then wandered around In Flanders Fields museum and last of all they went to Essex Farm Cemetery, where they saw a grave of a boy who was aged 15 when he died fighting for his country! After a long 13 hours the group eventually checked into their hotel for a fair meal and a good night’s sleep.

As the sun rose on the second day the tour party set off for a new experience in Somme, France. They spent the morning in Newfoundland Memorial Park, also known as Canada. In the afternoon they visited Thiepval Memorial for the Missing, remembering those who could not be remembered. Lastly they were blown away at the enormity of Lochnager Crater, which was created by 27,000kg of explosives used to blow up a German camp. Later in the evening the group attended the Last Post ceremony at the Menin Gate, which has been held every night since

WW1, only having a break during WW2. After the moving ceremony the students went to a Belgium chocolate shop to spend all their money.

The last and final day of the extraordinary Battlefields trip consisted of visiting the only German cemetery and memorial in Belgium (Langemark cemetery), having an emotional walk around Tyne Cot cemetery, the biggest memorial having 11,954 graves of which 8,367 are unnamed. They then visited Bayernwald Trenches – German trenches that have been rebuilt to show what life would have been like back in the horrific times of war. Finally they went to see Talbot House in Poperinge, which would have been known as ‘rest camp’ to the soldiers of the War. After a long weekend, the group finally arrived back in Bournemouth at 9:05pm on Sunday night.

Thanks go to the teachers who attended the trip – Mr Nichols, Miss Cecchinato, Miss Johnson, and Miss Mezzullo and especially to Miss Hawker who organised and lead the trip. Thanks also go to Mr Copson, ex-army soldier, who was an inspiring tour guide.

Student Reporter: Miah Herford, Year 8

Thiepval Memorial for the Missing

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YEAR 11 HISTORY TRIP TO GERMANY During half term Year 11 History took a trip to Germany. The trip was both educational and a fantastic, enjoyable and fun experience. Our tour guide was helpful, enthusiastic and we thoroughly enjoyed his company. The teachers on the trip helped answer questions we had but they were also great fun to be around. The planned sights and museums on the

trip were interesting and engaging.We visited Dachau concentration camp, which was moving and very informative and Nuremberg and the Nazi Party Rally grounds was really interesting. The visit to Munich and its university, which was the home of the White Rose – a group of students in opposition to the Nazis – was great, but perhaps there were too

many sausages to manage at the Munich Hofbrauhaus! Berlin was amazing, where we all really enjoyed the visit to the Olympic Stadium and bowling too. We all thoroughly enjoyed the once in a lifetime trip to Germany.

Hadley Wells-West, Year 11Photo: Harrison Mullins, Year 11

ALL MY SONSEarly March, all Year 10 GCSE drama students went on a school trip to see the play ‘All My Sons’ by Arthur Miller at the Salisbury Playhouse. The play was directed by Michael Buffong and performed by the Talawa Theatre Company, the UK’s primary Black-led theatre company. The purpose of the trip was to give the students a feel of the theatre environment and to give them material to write about in their evaluation of the play. ‘All My Sons’ is a thrilling, emotional play that really makes you question the morality of the characters. It is a post-World War 2 story set in Midwestern United States. The play is set around one American family, the Kellers, and the whole play is set in their front garden, really bringing the audience close to each and every member of the Keller family. But only at the intense climax of the show do we find out that the father, Joe Keller (played brilliantly by Ray Shell), has concealed a great sin; a sin which led to the unnecessary deaths of over twenty American soldiers. Student Reporter: Alan Philip, Year 10

A CRYSTAL CLEAR GUIDE TO LINGUISTICS

Year 12 and 13 A Level English Language students travelled to Corfe Hills Sixth Form to experience a university style lecture from famous linguist Professor David Crystal. Crystal gave two lectures, the first entitled ‘The Structure of Language’ which, as the title suggests, was all about how language is designed and structured; in this particular lecture students were able to become familiar with Crystal’s captivating manner of speaking about language. The second lecture entitled ‘The Fascinating First Year’ was about how babies acquire ways to learn language in their first year of life. Students and teachers were able to meet Crystal after the enthralling and educating lectures; they were also able to take pictures with the linguist and have books signed.

Student Reporter: Lauren Hodgson, Year 12

STEM CHALLENGECongratulations to two groups of Year 8 students who participated in the STEM Challenge over the course of three months. All were awarded Bronze certificates from the Crest Awards, which is internationally recognised. They attended an awards evening, where they also met with the Mayor and Mayoress of Bournemouth.

Jocelyn Lusted, Science Teacher

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WINNERS OF ROCK CHALLENGE BOURNEMOUTH

Congratulations to forty-five of our talented St Peter’s students, covering all year groups from Year 7 through to Year 13, for winning the ‘Be Your Best’ Rock Challenge at Bournemouth Pavilion. This was St Peter’s 15th year of entering the competition, 14 of those led by Ms Malcher. Our performers took to the stage and dazzled an audience of 900 people, with a performance called The Joy Machine, telling the story of Daisy as she helps her grandad with his invention. The performance was judged by a panel on the areas of: Choreography, Performance Skill, Stage Use, Concept, Drama, Soundtrack, Costuming Character, Set Design and Function, Visual Enhancement and Overall Impact. Deputy Mayor of Bournemouth, Cllr Rod Cooper, was in the audience. He said, “It’s been a fantastic evening – I’ve thoroughly enjoyed it. I wish the team that’s going on every possible success. I’m sure they’re going to do well.” We wish them all the best for the Southern Open Final, to be held in Portsmouth in June.

IMPORTANCE OF WATEROur bodies are made up of about two thirds water. Therefore it is not surprising that water is vital to our health and wellbeing. With the body containing so much water it is hardly surprising that an inadequate fluid intake throughout the day can lead to dehydration. A lack of water has a direct effect on our ability to perform to our full potential. The benefits of an adequate water intake are widely recognised and these include: healthy skin, less dental decay, increased concentration, good energy levels and an ability to sustain activity.

Dehydration can have a major effect on young people and children, as they may not feel thirsty until they are dehydrated. If they are not drinking enough water throughout the school day it can directly impact on their ability to perform and learn.

It is acknowledged that children need access to adequate amounts of fluids within the school day. Drinking water, which is free, fresh and chilled, is provided with drinking cups within the dining room and we also encourage you to send your son/daughter in with a refillable bottle with a sports top to avoid spillage. These can then be refilled from the jugs provided in the dining room, or from a bottle-filling tap adjacent to the water fountains opposite the library/theatre entrance.

St Peter’s, Textiles Rocks!

Come and see our young Textiles designers from GCSE-A level

Showcasing their unique and

original designs for one night only!

Tickets only £2 for concessions and £3 for adults!

Tickets are available on the door or in

advance from Mrs Gammon in C9.

Wednesday 22nd April 6.30pm

in the dance studio

Southbourne site.

Design work by Megan Buckle

CONCERT FOR COMIC RELIEF During lunchtime on Red Nose Day a student concert took place raising £107.86 for Comic Relief. The turnout and atmosphere in the theatre were amazing, leaving very few seats left unoccupied.

The first of the three performances saw Gabriel Bush and Emanuele Savoca perform ‘Listen Up’ by Oasis. This was followed by Daniel Tofangsazan who, I quote, decided to ‘bring the comic to this relief’ and perform ‘Sitting, Waiting, Wishing’ by Jack Johnson whilst eating a ghost chilli pepper – one of the hottest chillies in the world. Fortunately, this did not affect his perfomance as he recited Jack Johnson’s hit, much like Gabriel and Emanuele

with their performance, with great composure especially when considering the ‘heated’ circumstances. The atmosphere within the theatre continued to grow as the newly formed band ‘NoVum’, consisting of Luca Ellison, Ethan Singleton, James Kravos and Matt Gibbons, closed the show with their version of ‘Dammit’ by Blink 182. This show was a huge success that embodied the spirit of St Peter’s School whilst displaying the range of talent within this facility. Both Lois Pretty and I would like to thank those who attended and contributed to what is a truly great cause. Conor Dunne, Head Boy & Lois Pretty, Head Girl

INVITATION TO MEET THE STATE SECRETARY FOR EDUCATIONAs St Peter’s Catholic School is amongst the top 100 ‘most improved’ schools in the country, we were given the opportunity to send two members of staff to a formal reception held by Nicky Morgan MP, the State Secretary for Education and Minister for Women and Equalities. Mr Ridley (Geography) and Mrs Nobis (History) were chosen to represent St Peter’s at the reception held in London in January. Mr Ridley also spoke with Nick Gibb MP, the Minister for School Reform. He was insistent that learning lots of knowledge equalled schools having high standards but he was assured that we have always had high standards and that our high expectations mean we ask students to be the best they can be. We were treated to a very nice introductory speech from the Secretary of State, she thanked us as a profession and for our daily contributions to the country. The evening was a good opportunity to meet other teachers who are committed and forward thinking; we made the most of this and talked to a wide range of very interesting people (including teachers from primary schools and even a hospital school). The Secretary of State for Education was in high demand, she couldn’t speak to all of

us but we enjoyed listening in to other people’s conversations. Our question regarding her views about teachers (and have they changed since she took up the position?) was asked, and as she started to answer it she was whisked away to vote in the House of Commons! It was a valuable insight into what Ministers are like and some of the things they are considering; however, it was really great

to talk to other professionals freely. We came away appreciating the chance to attend opportunities like this and to share the good practice that characterises our school. We hope other colleagues get the chance to do likewise as it’s a fair measure of being in a forward-thinking school that’s doing very well.

Mr Ridley, Geography & Mrs Nobis, History

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GUERNSEY’S INTERNATIONAL POETRY COMPETITION WINNERCongratulations to Year 11 student, Leila Dickinson, who has just won first place in the young people’s category in Guernsey’s International Poetry Competition 2014. Leila’s poem was among 33 poems chosen by Sir Andrew Motion – poet, novelist, biographer and Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom from 1999 to 2009. Since 2008, 33 buses that serve the island of Guernsey have travelled around carrying poems. For the last two years, a third of these poems have been popping up on posters, at the airport, in museums, libraries, at street festivals, on the beach, always on the move, in impromptu exhibitions all over the Channel Islands.

Leila’s winning entry, Bedside table, will be displayed all over the island in Guernsey airport and on buses as part of the Guernsey Literary Festival later in the year. Leila has also been given the opportunity to attend the awards event and read her poem at the festival.

ROTARY CHEF COMPETITIONIn January Year 11 student Rebecca McCarthy represented St Peter’s at the Rotary Chef Competition. She designed and made a healthy two course menu and had two hours to complete her dishes before judging. Rebecca’s menu consisted of Chicken and bacon pie with root vegetable stack and asparagus followed by genoise sponge. Although Rebecca wasn’t placed she did brilliantly. Mrs Gammon, Subject Leader of Food and Textiles Technology

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A LEVEL MUSIC RECITALAS and A2 students amazed guests and fellow students in their musical recital organised by Mrs Phillips and Miss Burgess. Performances included a wide range of genres including: jazz piano, contemporary pop, a variety of flute genres, Latin jazz guitar and clarinet concerto. Students were accompanied by Doug Gould who helped students to create developed pieces. Also in attendance were Mr Todd and Mr Antram who were delighted by the music students’ hard work also in attendance were family, friends and external instrumental teachers. Miss Phillips was very proud after the performances saying, “I even tweeted straight after the performances to say how proud and emotional I was”. AS pieces Performed:Luca Ellison – Armando’s Rhumba by Chic Corea & Welcome to the Jungle by Guns ‘n’ Roses (accompanied by Johnny Hepbir)Hasti Rajabi – Run by Leona Lewis and Clown by Emilie SandeAaron Dickinson – Clarinet Concerto by MozartDavid Shutler – Rhapsody in Blue by Gershwin A2 pieces Performed:Antonia Peacock – Sonata No. 1 movement 1, Allegro by Devienne, Sonatina for Flute and Piano, Aquarelle by James Rae, With Life by Russell Stokes and adagio molto, un poco rubato and Allegro con brio: second and third movements from Sonatina by Jardanyi. Sound and lighting:Guy Wood, Ben Lapworth, Catherine Braslane Student Reporter: Lauren Hodgson, Year 12

ST PATRICK’S DAY CÉILÍ

There was a promising turn out amongst the Year 9 students for this year’s St Patrick’s Day Céilí, with a few parents and members of staff also eager to give it a go. The session started off with an energetic warm up to the soundtrack of Riverdance before being taught a few simple steps. Implementing the steps, everyone paired up and lined out to perform a simple but fun routine called the ‘Waves of Tory,’ a dance that represents the crashing waves on the Island of Tory, just off the picturesque Donegal coastline. By the end of the

session and after several runs through, the attendees had the routine mastered and offered an entertaining display to all the audience. The session finished with a spectacular showcase from two very gifted students, Caelainn Creaven and Sophia Jee. Both Irish dance as a hobby outside of school and used this opportunity to exhibit their magnificent talent. Congratulations to all involved.

Sinéad McMullin, Mathematics Teacher

WORLD BOOK DAY QUIZA quiz was held at lunchtime on both sites to celebrate World Book Day. Both events were very well supported with much enthusiasm and enjoyed by all!

At Iford there were 12 teams with 40 students being challenged on their knowledge of books! Joint Winners for Year 7: ‘A-Z in Epic’ (Alexandra Christison, Erin Flattery, Dan Magoc and Victoria House) and ‘Team Alpha’ ¬(Bella Coombs, Jess Flack, Josephine Waddington-Jones and Asmae Nait Charif ) and Joint Winners for Year 8: ‘Warrior Cats’ (Chelsy Dumapias, Blessy Babu, and Ellie Middlemast) and ‘The Bookmarks’(Cian Dobree-Carey, Fabio Garcia-Perez, Ella James and Imogen Chant).

At Southbourne there were 14 teams with 65 students taking part. Joint Winners, both from Year 11: ‘Just Team’ (Liya Pottackal, Ezabella Poulose, Isabel Wragg, Erika Roberts and Beth House) and ‘The Book Thieves’ (Adam Davies, Molly McKendrick, Andrea Carvalho, Evie Smith and Tom Souper

Comments from students included ‘Challenging’, ‘fun and helped with teamwork’!

Mrs P Male and Mrs D Murphy, Librarians

SPRING CONCERTOn the 20 March the Upper and Lower School put on a Spring Concert in our De La Salle Theatre. The students spent all day at Southbourne to perfect their parts.

The students involved were: Conor Jones, Emily Colyer, Harrison Mullins, John Casayuran, Niamh Cheeseborough, Stephanie Coulibaly, James Morrison, Alan Philip, Molly Mullins, Lois Rawlins, Holly Fournier, Antonia Peacock, Emily Stankus, Greg Johnson, Ciaron Ede, Callum Preville, Kira Allum, Katie Hill, Gabriel Dolbear, Jordan Payne-Knayf, Gabrielle Wright, Ellie Palmer, Kacper, Alex Worral, James Kravos, Yoshi, Fred Scotson, Jacob Murphy-Sullivan, Grace Barlow, Luca Ellison, Elliot Grimmer, Anya Allum, Liam O’ Grady, Ted Riley, Erin Lawlor, Thomas Peacock, Olive McDonald Taylor, Arthur James, Rhiannan Shalvey, Harry Sackett, Patrick Correia and Lauren Cole.

Particularly outstanding performances were Taylor the latte boy – Ellie Palmer; When I grow up – Erin Lawlor and Bring him home – Fred Scotson , Kira Allum, and Ellie Palmer. The Upper School students were joined by the Iford soul band who were: Emily Colyer, Gabrielle Wright, Jacob Murphy-Sullivan, Jordan Payne-Knayf, Conor Jones, Harry Sacket, Anya Allum, Lauren Cole and Rhiannon Shalvey, who sang Stay with me and Don’t stop me now.

The performance was amazing and was enjoyed by all of the audience that was full of supporting family and members of the school community.

Student Reporters: Emily Colyer and Gabrielle Wright, Year 7

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A NEW LINK WITH THE RISEBOROUGH CARE HOMESix Year 12 Health and Social Care students have committed to regular Friday afternoon visits to the Riseborough Care Home in Bournemouth.

Tracey Shipley, the entertainments organiser at the home is keen to establish links with the school and we have already benefitted from her expertise when she attended a Health and Social care lesson. The students carried out role plays

which tested their awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and Tracey was able to provide them with expert feedback.

As well as forging links with the local community, the students are gaining valued experience to enrich their personal statements and increase their chances of securing highly competitive nursing, teaching and midwifery places at university.

Mrs Sarah Ellis, Subject Leader for Health and Social Care

REACHING THE UNREACHED LETTER OF THANKSWe have received a wonderful letter of thanks, for all the fantastic support that our students and staff give via their donations, for the vital work that Brother Lionel does at Reaching the Unreached (RTU) in South India for destitute and orphaned children and the very poorest families who struggle to feed themselves. With our help, RTU achieved so much last year to help provide new opportunities to so many children,

families and communities. 954 orphaned or destitute children

cared for in the Children’s villages 734 poor children supported in

their family home 1,529 children educated at

RTU’s schools and 213 students supported through college

1,520 village women supported through their membership of the Self Help Groups

131 new houses and 51 new wells built

As Brother Lionel says, “We wait for that first smile, which can take weeks to arrive but at that first glimmer of a smile on the face of a lost little child there will be general rejoicing because at last we know we will have achieved a breakthrough. We long for the day when that child will recognize security and love and the warmth of acceptance and to show that by a tentative smile. That for us always means a victory”.

CAFOD TRAINING – MAKING A DIFFERENCESix of our Year 13 students recently returned to Farnborough Hill School to take part in their third CAFOD training session. CAFOD have said that, “The aim of our programme is for young people to gain transferable leadership skills whilst learning about and being inspired by CAFOD”. Our students worked with a variety of other schools, including St Anne’s in Southampton and St Joseph’s College in Reading. This particular session focused on presenting. The previous two sessions were focused on communication and teamwork. Farnborough Hill also gave the students a chance to decide on the actions they would take within St Peter’s School and our local community to inspire others and develop projects that help our local community and the world at large. Our students decided that they would work with a Bournemouth based homeless charity to provide meals for a homeless hostel as well as planning and running end of term assemblies to raise awareness for CAFOD within school.

Student Reporter: Lauren Hodgson, Year 12

“CAFOD training makes you feel a part of something bigger and is extremely encouraging in making a difference towards world issues”

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CHAPLAINCY NEWSThis term we have started our Year 8 retreat days in the chapel at the upper school. Our theme has been ‘Vocation’. During the day we play listening games, illustrating how difficult it sometimes is to hear the word of God with all the noise and distractions around us. We also encourage the students

to think about their God given qualities and to write the qualities we see in others on their backs. We celebrate Mass at 12pm and after lunch discuss how God is constantly calling us. We also have a time of prayer and meditation in front of the Blessed Sacrament.

We thank Fr Tom, Fr Daryl, Fr Bill, Fr Gerry and Fr Paul who gave up their time earlier this month so that 300 of our students could receive the sacrament of Reconciliation.

Our Rainbows programme came to an end on 11 March, but we have arranged reunions on both sites which will take place every Wednesday lunchtime.

The chaplaincy team wish you all a happy and holy Easter. ‘The Lord fills the earth with his love’. Psalm 32

FUNDRAISING FOR BROTHER LIONEL Our students took part in a mufti day in February, to help raise vital funds for Brother Lionel and Reaching the Unreached, in South India. The mufti day raised £950, making the total raised so far this term an amazing £1,833. Tutor group 7CWC are out in the lead having raised £74.47. Many thanks to everyone for your donations.

BUILDING UPDATEAs you are probably aware St Peter’s is embarking on a significant building programme. The aim is to build sufficient classroom space at the Upper School, in Southbourne, to allow Years 7 and 8 to be relocated from their current Iford site. The Lower School at Iford will then become solely the Primary School.

Bournemouth Borough Council has announced ‘Wates’ as the contractor who will be employed to undertake all our building work. They will be working with architects from ‘Cube’ based in Ringwood. We hope work will commence within the next month. The local authority has allocated £10 million to the new build and refurbishment. It makes our project the second largest build for a Bournemouth school.

The Chair of Governors said, ‘This is a fantastic opportunity for St Peter’s to develop and grow and ensure that we have the best facilities to provide the best education for our students. The significant expenditure will enable the School to benefit not only from the all weather Multi Use Games Area but also new classrooms, restaurant and changing rooms. There will also be educational benefits and cost savings by having the secondary school on one site’.

Student Reporter: Leila Dickinson, Year 11

ST PETER’S IS A CHAMPIONSHIP SCHOOL!St Peter’s Sixth has received an award from the National programme – the National Citizenship Scheme. We are champions of the programme having placed more students on it than any other school in the area over the last year.

On receiving the plaque, Mrs Middleton said she was delighted to hear that St Peter’s sixth formers had made such a positive impression on the programme, raising hundreds of pounds for charity and getting their hands dirty on conservation work in the local area.

Course leader Nadir Amouri, presenting the award, said St Peter’s students have gained the reputation of saying ‘yes’ when asked to have a go. We are of course very proud of the 28 students who gave up their holidays to give back to the local community.

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SCHOOL UNIFORM AND BOOKS HIT THE GROUND IN SOUTH AFRICAOur most recent donation of sports clothing, school uniform and books hit the ground in South Africa recently and staff and students are now making the most of them. Whilst school uniform and sports clothing is always in demand, the 1,500 books will go towards building a new school library where students can borrow books for the first time. The books represent some of what St Peter’s School doesn’t need anymore; however, a large chunk of the consignment was donated by staff from personal collections at home – there are a lot of non-fiction books as well as good reads from the fiction cabinet. A huge thank you must go to the current Year 12 students and other former students of St Peter’s. In donating school uniform that is no longer required, they have helped hundreds of children to go to school with greater confidence, knowing they have a good shirt, blouse or pair of trousers to rely on. It really does make

a difference and our school community can be proud of actions like this. The donations were a bit of a surprise to our South African friends, as they didn’t know exactly when it was coming! In truth, neither did we because we rely on the goodwill and kindness of White and Company (a shipping company based in Southampton). There were around three tonnes of books and clothing and it would never have happened if we had to pay for transport, so when White and Company offered to deliver for free (when is up to them – when there is space on a ship), we took the offer! We are indebted to White and Company for their help as we are to Stuttafords, a local removals company, who were also involved and completed the transfer from Durban port to our school. We could not have done this without them, also. Mr Ridley, subject leader for Citizenship and International Coordinator

FREE SCHOOL

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QUALIFIES?When children eat

better, they do betterAre you aware you may be eligible for Free School Meals? To qualify for Free School Meals you must be in receipt of one or more of the following benefits:

•IncomeSupport•IncomeBasedJobseekersAllowance•Anincomerelatedemploymentand support allowance•SupportUnderPartVIofthe Immigration&Asylum1999•ChildTaxCredit,whereyourannual income(asassessedbyHM Revenues&Customs)doesnot exceed£16,190•WorkingTaxCredit“run-on”–the

payment someone may receive for afurtherfourweeksaftertheystopqualifyingforWorkingTaxCredit.•GuaranteeElementofStatePensionCredit

Studentswhocurrentlyreceivefreeschoolmealsmaybeentitledtoadditionalsupport.IfyouareentitledtoWorkingTaxCredityouareNOTeligibleforFreeSchoolMeals.

To apply for Free School Meals or ifyouhaveanyquestionsorneedclarificationofeligibilitythenpleasecontactChildren’sInformationService,TownHall,Bournemouth,BH26DYorTelephone 01202 456222

PARENT GOVERNOR ELECTION Thank you to everyone who took part in our election for two new Parent Governors. Four parents applied and the votes were counted on Thursday 22 January 2015. The Governing Body of St Peter’s Catholic Comprehensive School welcomes David Allen and Melita Jeffries to serve as Parent Governors with immediate effect and until 31 December 2018.

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GETTING USED TO DEEP WATERSIn February, Commonwealth gold medallist Peter Waterfield paid a visit to St Peter’s Southbourne site. Peter was here primarily to mentor the Level 3 Sports Leaders Sky Living for Sport Project Disability in Sport. The Level 3 Sports Leaders have been working with students from Linwood School, who have a wide range of disabilities and they have been attending every Thursday since October half term. Peter demonstrated his skills on the Trampoline to all the students and Leaders and all were keen to ‘have a go’ Later in the afternoon he spoke to the Level 2 and 3 Leaders about how the ‘6 keys to success’ helped him to become a winner. The 6 keys to success are: Mental Toughness; Hunger to Achieve; People Skills; Sport and Life Knowledge; Breaking Barriers and Planning for Success. In the afternoon GCSE PE students were engrossed by the speech, in which Peter enthrallingly discussed the highs and lows in his career and the challenges sportsmen and women face. In addition to this he also inspired the students to understand how to cope with failure and

apply a sporting attitude to anything they do in life. During his speech Peter said, “If I inspire one of you that would complete my diving career”.

Student Reporter: Lauren Hodgson, Year 12

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WINNERS OF THE PLATE The Year 8 rugby team played in the Dorset invitation Sevens tournament at Bournemouth RFC recently. They played some great rugby and were rewarded with being crowned the winners of the Plate competition.

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Friday 15 May 20157.30 for 8.00pm startLower School, Iford Site

EVERYONE WELCOME

St Peters Community Choir (STPCC ) has had another great season, with a very moving

Remembrance concert with Poole Borough Band and a wonderful Christmas sing-a-long concert for family and friends. The STPCC meets on a Tuesday evening at the Iford site and has a range of voices. For more information contact Jane Wright c/o St Peter’s school.

U15’S DEFEND THEIR COUNTY CUP 7-A-SIDE RUGBY TITLE

On Thursday 19 March the U15 boys embarked on the journey to defend their county cup 7-a-side rugby title at Chapel Gate Sports Club, the home of Bournemouth rugby. Fifteen teams from around the county met to lock horns in what is one of sport’s most exhilarating and action packed activities that makes its Olympic debut in Rio, Brazil in 2016. The boys have worked like Trojans on developing their skills ready for the 7-a-side tournament, which involves a very different skill set to that of the fifteen a-side game. The boys were ready! Led brilliantly by stand in captain Igor Campanario the boys swept through the pool rounds with wins over Parkfield and local rivals Twynham. After ripping through Winton Boys London Irish Academy team they found themselves in a semi-final rematch against Twynham who had beaten Corfe Hills in the other quarter final.

Twynham’s resistance was futile when put up against the epic handling skills of Alex Mason, Captain Fantastic Igor Campanario and the power and pace of Baktash Moghadam and Jack Greenham, and they quickly collapsed as the boys slid comprehensively into the final. The final, against Bournemouth Grammar School for Boys, required patience and skill. The pace of Bronson Carrasco stretched the opposition and created gaps in the defence for the rest of the team to attack. Hard hitting and powerful running from Tiago Mendes and the ever reliable River Sait and Danard Dragusha sapped the energy from the opposition and before long it was raining tries. On their way to victory the boys were complimented by other teams and coaches on their ability and attitude and the whole squad played an important part in the road to victory. Elliot Small showed great foot

work and determination in scoring a quite brilliant individual score, James Judd, was brilliant in his supporting and linking role on the pitch and the ever smiling pocket rocket Omid Farjadpour earned himself a brace of tries using his gas and power to maximum effect! I was very proud of the boys and already looking forward to next season and hopefully working with them further as part of the Sixth Form Rugby Academy. A great day for all with a very happy ending!!! Mr Lucas, Subject Leader for PE

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SHEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE YEAR 13 DESTINATIONSThe value of studying Health and Social Care as preparation for primary teaching nursing, midwifery and even physiotherapy has been positively tested again this year. Our four would be primary teachers, Leah Sandoe, Marianna Weston, Charlotte Legg and Imogen Omosevwerha have attended several interviews (Chichester, Brighton, Bedfordshire Worcester, Greenwich, Roehampton) and all received multiple offers. Possible first choices at the moment are Marjon, Plymouth, Winchester and St Mary’s. The interview process for primary education varied widely from university to university. In some cases students were expected to prepare short presentations about how they might teach a book or use a prop. There were also group interviews where the applicants had to solve problems together and one to one interviews with course leaders and practising headteachers. Students wishing to pursue teaching and nursing are also expected to pass literacy and numeracy tests. Sometimes these happen on the day of the interview, at another specified time or a student is expected to complete them before attending the interview. Gemma Holdsworth should be congratulated for being offered a place to study midwifery at West London University. She is also awaiting news following her interview at Kingston. Midwifery is highly competitive. For example she was told at interview that Brighton

University received 847 applications for Midwifery and interviewed 200 candidates for 48 places. Brighton used a ‘speed dating’ format with multiple mini interviews which were all points-scored by different interviewers who might be course leaders, third year students or practising midwives. The places were awarded to those who scored the highest number of points. Sometimes these scenarios bore no direct link to midwifery but proved to be a test of thinking ‘on your feet’ For example ‘your friend buys you a bath product which has been tested on animals and you are a vegan. What do you do?’ Ellie Bromley’s interview for Physiotherapy at Bournemouth involved group discussions, quick logic tasks, a short presentation by the interviewers and required her to give a two minute speech about herself to the group. Congratulations to Emily Wilcox who has secured a place to do Physiotherapy at Brunel. Natalia Kubala has a place to study Mental Health nursing at Plymouth which again involved being interviewed by practising professionals. Catherine Froud has been offered a place to do adult nursing at Bournemouth. This was group and individual interviews which, interestingly, she didn’t think had gone well. Minta Vaidyakaran wishes to become a speech therapist and is starting this journey via a foundation degree. Speech therapy is also highly competitive and requires ‘A’ grades at

A level. If top grades are unattainable a foundation degree is a useful alternative. Lizzie Crowther has just completed a whole day interview at Brighton for Child Nursing. ‘It was like speed dating…5 minutes at each station and completely random questions that are impossible to prepare for’. She also had a maths and literacy exam at GCSE level and a talk given at the beginning of the day. Health and Social Care students do not always pursue health, care or education related careers. Often they may start the course with this intention but change direction. Laura Scotson wished initially to study Primary Education but now has a place to do a Fashion Management degree. Jade Archer may still end up teaching but has chosen to do a degree in English Language first and Brooke Wilkey has moved from teaching to a Foundation Art course. Several students have opted to take gap years and are hoping to gain places next year. Child Nursing and Paramedic Science are a couple of the desired degrees. Working for a year as a Health Care assistant is an excellent way to prepare for this. We hope that those students still awaiting news following their interviews are successful. We would like to wish good luck to all our students in the forthcoming examinations. Mrs Sarah Ellis, Subject Leader for Health and Social Care

DO YOU HEAR THE PEOPLE SING Former student, Joshua Farnand , who finished Year 13 last summer, is performing with a local choir called ‘Do You Hear The People Sing ‘ as part of the National tour of Godspell at the Mayflower Theatre in Southampton on 12 April.

He is currently doing a gap scheme at St Christopher’s Church in Southbourne, helping with Youth and Children’s work before going to university in September.

SUMMER 2015 EXAMINATIONSGCSE & A Level Examinations Tuesday 5 May – Tuesday 23 June

BE PREPARED

Make sure you have all equipment ready:

Black ball point pens

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Mathematical equipment

Calculators

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Monday 13 April Summer Term starts

Monday 25 May – Friday 29th May Summer Half Term

Monday 1 June Classes Resume

Friday 17 July Summer Term Ends

Monday 20 July Staff Day

Thursday 13 August A-level results day

Thursday 20 August GCSE results day

Tuesday 1 September Staff Day

Wednesday 2 September Autumn Term Starts Years 7, 9 & 12

Thursday 3 September Autumn Term Starts Years 8, 10, 11, 13

Friday 25 September Staff Day

Monday 26 October – Friday 30 October Autumn Half Term

Monday 2 November Classes Resume

Friday 18 December Autumn Term Ends

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ST PETER’S MUSIC COMMUNITY PROJECT – NEEDS YOU!

STAFF NEWSWe wish Dave Salmon, Angela Hird and So Jih Luk every happiness in their respective retirements. Both Dave and Angela have given years of service to the education of young people, but particularly those with special educational needs. Mr Salmon has worked at St Peter’s for 28 years, seeing generations of families through the school. We thank them for their dedication and expertise that has served so many children well. Also, So Jih Luk, has also given many years to the education of students in the Mathematics department and has worked at St Peter’s since 2005. In addition, Diana Gasson and Christine Rose who were employed as maternity cover and Allan Kay, Peripatetic Teacher, will be leaving this term.

In April we will welcome Mrs Catherine Wright to the S.E.N. team and in January we were joined by Mr Simon Welch in the PE department.

In addition, the following Associate staff have moved on to other opportunities; they are Marta Garcia Corbacho, Sue Davison (Cover Supervisor) Evette Garden (SLT Sec) Danielle Knight (Fixed term TA), Laura Sutton (primary TA) and Pam Wogan (Temp Primary reception).

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Do you play an orchestral

instrument?If the answer is yes then the Music Department has an exciting project they would like YOU to be involved in

Did you play in an orchestra in days gone by, or still do?

In May, we will be a holding a ‘Young People’s Guide to the Orchestra’ Concert, aimed at younger children. We will be playing various works in a variety of different styles led by a professional conductor. It will involve one evening rehearsal on 13 May and then a rehearsal and afternoon concert on 17 May, in the De La Salle Theatre, Southbourne.

Open to anyone linked to the school who is Grade 6+ on an orchestral instrument – staff, students, parents, relatives – anyone with a link to St Peter’s.

So, if you play strings, brass, woodwind or percussion and could spare a few hours please get in touch with Miss Phillips (Subject Leader for Music) on hps@st-peters.bournemouth.sch.uk