SUCCESSJOHN HUR

T LAUNCHES

BRANCH OUT

THE PIED PIPER

OF HAMELIN

STUDENT COUNCIL ELEC

TIONS

SENIOR CITIZEN TEA

PARTY

QUESTION TIME

JOHN HURT Following the success

of last year’s Branch Out, the Learning Resource

Centre’s reading event began again this year

with a particularly spectacular opening. We were

delighted to welcome John Hurt to UCC for the

official Branch Out launch. John’s appearances in

a breadth of films ranging from 1984 and Alien to

Merlin and Harry Potter caused great excitement

for staff and students of all ages. Before announc-

ing Branch Out open, John was interviewed by

Sounds of the Beacon reporters and took ques-

tions from students in the audience, giving gener-

ous insights into his thoughts on film and books,

as well as amusing with stories of his experiences

as an actor. In addition to the yearly promotional

films featuring fearless members of staff, John’s visit

has encouraged the largest sign-up across the

school, with over 200 people taking out books

so far. Branch Out’s aim is to promote the reading

and digesting of outstanding books, both classic

and modern. This year’s prizes, including a Kindle

Fire and Penrith Alhambra Cinema tickets, w

ill be

awarded after Easter. Thanks to John Hurt, Anwen

Rees-Myers and to Ann Martin and David Miller

at the Keswick Film Festival for their help with the

Branch Out launch.

Rachael de la Mare

HEADTEACHER ’ S WELCOMEWelcome to our bumper Spring publication of sUCCess magazine. Our first editions of sUCCess – in the summer of 2010 – were 8 pages long but now, some 3 years on, the range of activities is so great that only 16 pages will do and even then we have to carry stories forward.

The Spring term has been an extremely busy one with two pantomimes, elections for the School Council, our Senior Citizens’ Tea Party, the launch of “Branch Out” and numerous musical, artistic and sporting events. We’ve had students involved in Young People’s Question Time and a team of Year 8 students competing in a Mock Trial event at Kendal Magistrates’ Court.

At the end of this term we say our thanks and goodbyes to Shaun Silson (Social Sciences), Jayne Allen (Psychology) and Lorna Sharpe (Science) and we wish them all the very best of luck in their lives beyond UCC.

As we get seriously into the lambing season I’m looking forward to the forthcoming holidays and wish you all a very Happy Easter.

Mr Pattinson

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JOHN HURT Following the success

of last year’s Branch Out, the Learning Resource

Centre’s reading event began again this year

with a particularly spectacular opening. We were

delighted to welcome John Hurt to UCC for the

official Branch Out launch. John’s appearances in

a breadth of films ranging from 1984 and Alien to

Merlin and Harry Potter caused great excitement

for staff and students of all ages. Before announc-

ing Branch Out open, John was interviewed by

Sounds of the Beacon reporters and took ques-

tions from students in the audience, giving gener-

ous insights into his thoughts on film and books,

as well as amusing with stories of his experiences

as an actor. In addition to the yearly promotional

films featuring fearless members of staff, John’s visit

has encouraged the largest sign-up across the

school, with over 200 people taking out books

so far. Branch Out’s aim is to promote the reading

and digesting of outstanding books, both classic

and modern. This year’s prizes, including a Kindle

Fire and Penrith Alhambra Cinema tickets, w

ill be

awarded after Easter. Thanks to John Hurt, Anwen

Rees-Myers and to Ann Martin and David Miller

at the Keswick Film Festival for their help with the

Branch Out launch.

Rachael de la Mare

BUDDHIST TEMPLE

In our annual pilgrimage to Ulverston – in support

of the Buddhism unit of work covered in Year 9 RE

– over 40 Year 9 students and some sixth formers

spent the day at the Manjushri Buddhist Temple,

where we were able to discuss philosophical

issues with a Buddhist Nun before relaxing with

a meditation. After our vegetarian packed

lunch we strolled to the beach where

mandalas (beach sculptures) were created,

inspired by the beauty of the area.

We wrote haikus to sum up the day’s

experience.

Lynda Hepburn

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For more information or to

see the Branch Out films

for this year, including

the launch with John

Hurt, go to the LRC

page in Student

Life on the UCC

website at

ullswatercc.co.uk

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Aladdinucc presents

EAGERLY ANTICIPATED

within UCC and the Penrith area, our annual

pantomime this year saw three performances of

Aladdin. A cast of nearly 100 students and staff

produced three hilarious nights of entertainment,

including a section where a ‘volunteer’ from the

audience was invited on stage to be made over

and then given a role in the play.

The event was supported by students who are

bound for Tanzania in the summer and proceeds

from the three nights will go to aid that visit.

This was the third time we have produced Aladdin.

UCC undertakes five different pantomimes on a

cycle, so that students only ever get to see each

pantomime once during their 5 years at school.

The pantomimes have become something of a

fixture within Penrith and the local area and a

large number of Senior Citizens regularly attend

with the help of Penrith Lions Club. Ian Tuer

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Aladdinucc presents

EAGERLY ANTICIPATED

within UCC and the Penrith area, our annual

pantomime this year saw three performances of

Aladdin. A cast of nearly 100 students and staff

produced three hilarious nights of entertainment,

including a section where a ‘volunteer’ from the

audience was invited on stage to be made over

and then given a role in the play.

The event was supported by students who are

bound for Tanzania in the summer and proceeds

from the three nights will go to aid that visit.

This was the third time we have produced Aladdin.

UCC undertakes five different pantomimes on a

cycle, so that students only ever get to see each

pantomime once during their 5 years at school.

The pantomimes have become something of a

fixture within Penrith and the local area and a

large number of Senior Citizens regularly attend

with the help of Penrith Lions Club. Ian Tuer

QUESTION TIMEMr Sander, four Year 12s and I visited the

Young People’s Question Time at Rheged on 2

March and debated issues that affect young

people in Cumbria, such as transport, education

and employment. The panel included a Border

News presenter, several local councillors and a

police commissioner. The debate was followed

by an excellent lunch and discussions with local

councillors about matters that affect us. All in all,

an excellent and enjoyable day. Finn Wildish

AUTHOR VISITAt the start of the term, four talented Year 7 writers

met Alan Gibbons, award winning author. They

delved into an imaginative world where vampires

roamed corridors, floorboards creaked of their own

accord and shadows hunted you like prey. Each

student created a spellbinding tale

worthy of a Booker Prize!

Sarah Wilson

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DESIGNING MAGAZINE SUCCESSCongratulations to the Textiles 2012 GCSE students whose work has been featured in the national Design and Technology association Designing magazine. This magazine goes to schools, colleges and universities all over the UK, which means that their work will be seen by hundreds of students, teachers and professionals. Their success will enhance their CV and their portfolios when they apply for jobs and university.

Hayley Forknall

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THE SENIOR CITIZEN

TEA PARTYOn the afternoon of 7 March UCC hosted nearly 90 senior citizens for an exciting afternoon filled with singing, live music, dancing, a gymnastic

display and a delicious cream tea. As a student, my job was to ensure that they had the best time possible – chatting to them, serving tea and

generally being a smiley face.

Overall the guests had a brilliant time and, when they left, were looking forward to next year’s tea party. They left laden with small

cakes, gifts and prizes and we were all sad to see them go.

We would like to thank everyone who contributed to the event, including all those who donated gifts and prizes for

the raffle.

Adam Robinson

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NEWLY ELECTED COUNCILOn Friday 14 December 2012, students at UCC exercised their democratic right and cast their ballots for four members of their respective year group

to represent them on the College Council. A pleasing number of students willingly put themselves forward as prospective councillors and many past representatives chose to stand for re-election.

Year 12 Citizenship A-level students acted as presiding officers, registering all students, organising voting booths and monitoring the secret ballot. A count took place after each year group’s vote and four students were elected to represent each year group. The new Council met with Mr Pattinson,

Headteacher, and Mr Alan Davies, Chair of Governors, at the beginning of January to formulate issues for their term in office.

A special mention must go to Shannon Twiddy in Year 12, who has now been elected in every election since she arrived in Year 7 – a remarkable feat!

John Sander

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NEWLY ELECTED COUNCILOn Friday 14 December 2012, students at UCC exercised their democratic right and cast their ballots for four members of their respective year group

to represent them on the College Council. A pleasing number of students willingly put themselves forward as prospective councillors and many past representatives chose to stand for re-election.

Year 12 Citizenship A-level students acted as presiding officers, registering all students, organising voting booths and monitoring the secret ballot. A count took place after each year group’s vote and four students were elected to represent each year group. The new Council met with Mr Pattinson,

Headteacher, and Mr Alan Davies, Chair of Governors, at the beginning of January to formulate issues for their term in office.

A special mention must go to Shannon Twiddy in Year 12, who has now been elected in every election since she arrived in Year 7 – a remarkable feat!

John Sander

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ARTISTS IN PARIS

The Art trip to Paris left a snowy Penrith at 4.30

a.m. on 5 February, boarded the boat from Dover

to Calais in the afternoon and arrived at the

Hotel Nord Est in Paris later that evening. On

our first day in Paris we studied at the Musée

de la Mode et du Textile, followed by a walk

through the Jardin des Tuileries to the Musée de

l’Orangerie. That evening we walked from our

hotel to Sacre Coeur, up a mountain of steps,

to see the view of Paris at night before eating in

Montmartre. Day 3 started with a little shopping

followed by drawing at Notre Dame, a short

walk up to Brancusi’s studio and then an evening

session drawing at the Pompidou Centre. On our

final day we visited the Musée Rodin, walked

to the Eiffel Tower and toured the Museum of

Modern Art.

Owen Smith

DO SOMETHING FUNNYFOR MONEY! The PE Department went all out for Comic Relief and had a PE PJ week raising £456 to date! Students in Years 7, 8 and 9 did their PE lessons in their pyjamas and onesies and donated cash to Red Nose Day. Staff also dressed in onesies to play netball – charging pupils to watch – and the cheerleaders took to Sainsbury’s to shake their pom poms to encourage the local shoppers to donate their pennies to this excellent cause!! Karen Key

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ARTISTS IN PARIS

The Art trip to Paris left a snowy Penrith at 4.30

a.m. on 5 February, boarded the boat from Dover

to Calais in the afternoon and arrived at the

Hotel Nord Est in Paris later that evening. On

our first day in Paris we studied at the Musée

de la Mode et du Textile, followed by a walk

through the Jardin des Tuileries to the Musée de

l’Orangerie. That evening we walked from our

hotel to Sacre Coeur, up a mountain of steps,

to see the view of Paris at night before eating in

Montmartre. Day 3 started with a little shopping

followed by drawing at Notre Dame, a short

walk up to Brancusi’s studio and then an evening

session drawing at the Pompidou Centre. On our

final day we visited the Musée Rodin, walked

to the Eiffel Tower and toured the Museum of

Modern Art.

Owen Smith

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THE PIED PIPER

OF HAMELIN

This year saw a new twist in our Christm

as Eamont Block Production of The Pied Piper of Hamelin. Working inclusively with

volunteer Year 7 and 8 students, including choir members, and also with members of the Dragon Fly Theatre Group from the

Edington Centre, the Key Stage 4 and 5 groups presented an excellent performance in front of a packed audience of family and

friends.

Learning lines became easy for the cast as the script was in rhyme. The students established their role with confidence and charm.

The Mayor of Hamelin soon became a favourite of the show through his dynamic approach and enthusiasm for the part. Th

e

Pied Piper soon sorted him and his town out with her magical ways and to the delight of the audience. A thoroughly enjoyable

and fun time was had by all!

Helen Pickup

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THE PIED PIPER

OF HAMELIN

This year saw a new twist in our Christm

as Eamont Block Production of The Pied Piper of Hamelin. Working inclusively with

volunteer Year 7 and 8 students, including choir members, and also with members of the Dragon Fly Theatre Group from the

Edington Centre, the Key Stage 4 and 5 groups presented an excellent performance in front of a packed audience of family and

friends.

Learning lines became easy for the cast as the script was in rhyme. The students established their role with confidence and charm.

The Mayor of Hamelin soon became a favourite of the show through his dynamic approach and enthusiasm for the part. Th

e

Pied Piper soon sorted him and his town out with her magical ways and to the delight of the audience. A thoroughly enjoyable

and fun time was had by all!

Helen Pickup

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CROSS-COUNTRY FINALISTSGreg Hall and Flora Blackburn have both qualified to represent Cumbria in the English

Schools National Cross-Country finals in Derbyshire. They have both competed in a number of preliminary rounds and confirmed qualification on a very cold and windy day at Walney Island. In between their races they were also responsible for organising the younger runners from UCC, ensuring they warmed up sufficiently and were at the start

line in time for their heats. Flora and Greg are now training hard for the big day later this month. Good luck! Olly Burns

LONDON TRIPSixth Form English and Media students embarked

on a trip to the heart of Great Britain: our capital

city, London! The purpose of our journey was to

broaden our horizons to different aspects of the

modern English and Media world. We visited the

BBC TV Centre, where we were given a VIP tour

of the main building; we explored the national

Hollywood Film Costume Museum; and we

watched two West-End plays in the Savoy Theatre

and the Theatre Royal, which Ms Henry described

as “absolutely incredible”. Overall, it was an

amazing trip enjoyed by students and staff alike.

James Sisterton and Hagen Moss

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CROSS-COUNTRY FINALISTSGreg Hall and Flora Blackburn have both qualified to represent Cumbria in the English

Schools National Cross-Country finals in Derbyshire. They have both competed in a number of preliminary rounds and confirmed qualification on a very cold and windy day at Walney Island. In between their races they were also responsible for organising the younger runners from UCC, ensuring they warmed up sufficiently and were at the start

line in time for their heats. Flora and Greg are now training hard for the big day later this month. Good luck! Olly Burns

WISE UP Well done indeed! The

new ‘Wise Up’ campaign

is already raising the

profile and value of good

attendance at school. Using

a range of strategies, both

attendance and communication

between school, students and

parents about attendance have

improved. Each term, Gold and

Silver certificates will be presented

to pupils with excellent attendance

and the certificate holders entered

into a prize draw. Congratulations

to all the Year 7 certificate and prize

winners! George McWilliams

BLUE JAM IN KESWICK

Five Young Music Leaders from UCC – Marieke

Evans, Megan Harrison, Arianah Howat, Josh

Jackson and Helen Southernwood – played a

part in the recent Keswick Film Festival. Working

with Jilly Jarman (of Blue Jam) and children from St

Herbert’s Primary School, Keswick, we wrote and

performed the musical score to accompany a film

about St Kentigern. The film was premiered at the

Theatre by the Lake and will soon be shown in the

Alhambra Cinema in Keswick. It was great fun and

we’d all like to do it again sometime!Helen Southernwood

LONDON TRIPSixth Form English and Media students embarked

on a trip to the heart of Great Britain: our capital

city, London! The purpose of our journey was to

broaden our horizons to different aspects of the

modern English and Media world. We visited the

BBC TV Centre, where we were given a VIP tour

of the main building; we explored the national

Hollywood Film Costume Museum; and we

watched two West-End plays in the Savoy Theatre

and the Theatre Royal, which Ms Henry described

as “absolutely incredible”. Overall, it was an

amazing trip enjoyed by students and staff alike.

James Sisterton and Hagen Moss

THE SENSORY ROOM

Eamont Block will receive a face-lift thanks to

donated money. The first small grant comes

courtesy of the Lady Taverner’s and will buy an

IRIS light changer and UV light and allow essential

maintenance. The second sum was kindly donated

by Apprentice Teaching Assistant Sîan Edmondson

and her sister, who organised a ‘Come Dine

with Me’ event at their local pub and raised an

amazing £702. The money has been used to buy

a projector for the room. The rest of the money

has bought two iPads with a communication app

suitable for autistic students and students with

communication difficulties. Rachel Ridley

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WINFOR RUGBY46 students from Year 7 and 8 embarked upon a three day rugby tour to Newcastle. After playing at Tynemouth they then enjoyed watching Newcastle Falcons narrowly beat Bedford. Saturday saw an excellent fixture against Harton College where Declan Sutcliff, Billy Waistell and Kevin Murray were the men of their respective matches. After paint balling and ten pin bowling a fantastic tour was finished with a trip to Wet n’ Wild water park. Johnny Greenwood

BADMINTONCHAMPIONS

Our Badminton team of Yasmin Bowness, Charlotte Cousin, Amy Hullock and Jodie Talbot recently

won the Key Stage 3 Eden Tournament, which is part

of the National Badminton Tournament. Not content

with this success, they went on to defeat Solway,

Caldew, William Howard and Kirby Lonsdale

to win the Cumbrian round. They will now represent Cumbria in the North-West

Regional Finals at St.Helen’s

Badminton Centre.

Karen Key