WEAVERS SCHOOL

raising aspirations…raising achievements

Please note the school will close to students for Easter on Friday 30 March at 3.10 pm and re-open

Tuesday 17 April. Monday 16 April is a Teacher Training Day.

Emergency Contact Details

Could we reach you in the event of an emergency?

Do we have your current emergency contact numbers?

Please help us to help your child by providing us with an emergency

contact telephone number so that we can reach you quickly if your child is unwell or has an accident.

Moving House?

Please let us know if you are changing your address so that we can update your child’s records.

The Student Office

The Student Office is a friendly, helpful and caring part of the school. The staff are here to help both students and parents alike.

The Student Office will liaise between parents, students and staff to ensure that any enquiries are dealt with in a timely and appropriate manner. We ring home for forgotten PE kits, homework, lunches, and anything else that may be needed! We have a first aid trained team to deal with students who feel unwell to those who may be more seriously injured.

Student Office is the place to make trip payments and place uniform orders, we also organise parents evenings and any other school events.

We aim to be a welcoming first point of call for any enquiries or help when needed.

Dear Parents and Carers March 2012

So as we rush towards the Easter break it’s good to stop and to take a few moments to reflect on the wide variety of events and activities that have taken place over the term. From Chaucer, to netball, to work experience, Weavers students have been busy being successful.

As I write this the Year 11 basketball team are about to “Tip Off” against The Big Wood School from Nottingham, a win will see Weavers progress to the quarterfinals of this National competition. Come on Weavers Wildcats!

Looking forward to the summer term means GCSE level exams for our Year 9s, 10s and 11s with AS and A2 level exams for Years 12 and 13. Students and staff are working really hard to maximise their success and we already know that once again our exam results this summer will take another step forward and be the best in the school’s history. Evidence from our GREAT system is showing that more and more students are consistently hitting their aspirational targets in all year groups and our data is allowing us to focus closely on those who need additional support to make the grade.

The summer term also sees the launch of our Settling for Success (S4S) programme across the school. Students supported by staff and parents, will be focussing on key skills for effective learning; resilience, self-reliance, responsibility and reflection.

I would like to wish students, staff and parents a relaxing and restful Easter holiday and I look forward to returning to a full and active summer term. Jon Davis Headteacher

Forthcoming Exams

GCSE and A level exams will take place from Monday 14 May until Tuesday 26 June.

Students taking exams have received their individual timetables, however full information is also available on the school website www.weaversschool.co.uk.

If any further information is required please speak to Mrs Evans.

Student Office opening times

8:30 am - 9:00 am

BREAK

LUNCH

3.10 pm - 3.30 pm

As part of the Healthy Schools initiative please can we remind parents and students that fizzy soft drinks are not allowed in school.

Please ensure your child brings in a suitable alternative. Water is always available from the canteen during break and lunch time.

WEAVERS NOTICE BOARD…

Lost property-

Please may we remind parents that all items of uniform and equipment must be named. This will help us to return items to their rightful owners straight away if mislaid.

Illness-

If your child is unable to attend school due to illness please telephone the absence/illness line

01933 278103 every day your

child is off school. There is a message recording facility on this line should you call outside the hours of 8 am - 4 pm.

Medical appointments-

If your child has to attend a medical appointment during school hours please ensure he/she brings an appointment card or note from home to the Student Office before leaving the school site. from Road.

Change of details-

Please let us know if you are changing your address / telephone number so that we can update your child’s records.

Library News

To celebrate World Book Day, Thursday 1 March, students were invited to vote for their favourite book in ‘The Best Children’s Book for the last 10 Years’ award as featured on Blue Peter.

The opening paragraphs of the shortlisted books were on display in the Library to help students to make their choice.

The result of the Blue Peter vote and the result of the Weavers vote were com-pared and the winning book in both instances was The Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kenney.

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Website of the month is:

www.maggiestiefvater.com

For fans of Twilight, try this author who has written the Shiver series about werewolves and the

Books of Fearie series. Her latest novel Scorpio Races is about racing savage wa-ter horses.

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Chaucer Man visit

On Tuesday 31 January 2012 the Chaucer Man paid a visit to Weavers School as part of National Storytelling Week. All Year 7 students were invited to attend because they have been studying the origins of the English Language.

The Pardoner’s Tale written by Chaucer in the 14th century was related in modern English. Part of the story was later told in Middle English and students were asked if they recognised the extract and those words that are still in use today.

Chaucer Man also spoke about the murder of Thomas A’Beckett and the pilgrimage to Canterbury Cathedral leading to how the Canterbury Tales evolved. Finally a story was told in Anglo Saxon English from 1200 years ago which was even harder to understand, although one clever student was able to say which story it was!

Did you know..?

Weavers School offers a wide variety of extra-curricular activities to suit all activities.

From film club to fitness, science club to samba band, you are sure to find something you will want to do.

Clubs run either before school, at lunchtime or after school.

Further details are available on the notice board at the bottom of R block stairs or from the Student Office.

Work Experience

Year 10 completed a weeks Work Experience from Monday 5 - Friday 9 March.

Students sampled working life in many areas including engineering, retail, hairdressing and education.

A big thank you goes out to all the employers who participate in this scheme and also to all the parents for all their continued support.

University Funding - Information Advice and Guidance For Parents and Students

Weavers Sixth Form Bursary and Scholarships Guide The Sixth Form team have produced a database of ALL bursary and scholarship funds available to our Year 13s planning to start university this September.

'The Bursary and Scholarships Guide' contains information on all the additional funding available at the universities applied to in 2012 including criteria for eligibility, contact details and guides on how to apply. This information is not heavily publicised by the universities and requires that the students apply for the funding - the universities do not automatically give out the money available just because you turn up.

Also included in the guide is information about the National Scholarship Programme, available to students from a household income of less than £25,000, if you receive this award you may be eligible for up to £3,000 per year in grant, so it makes sense to apply.

University does involve a large financial commitment but it is important to know that there are sources of funding out there that are available for a variety of eligibility reasons - you just need to identify which ones you're eligible for and then apply for them. Students can apply online now for Student Finance at www.direct.gov.uk .

Copies of the Bursary and Scholarships Guide are available for use to students in the Sixth Form area, a paper copy will be sent out to you after the Easter holiday, we hope it is of some use to you.

SETTLING FOR SUCCESS (S4S)

Settling 4 Success (S4S) is the collective responsibility of everyone involved in Weavers School to create a safe and enjoyable atmosphere in which high quality Teaching and Learning can take place. Whether you are a parent, student, teacher, governor or associate member of staff, your role is crucial to the realisation of S4S. Everyone is being asked to know and support S4S, when it is launched in school from 17 April. This will be their promise to abide by a set of rules governing daily routines in the school. Working together this will play a major part in driving the school forward.

Parents Parents have an important supportive role in S4S. Weavers School is working hard to ensure your child is learning and fulfilling their potential. They also have a responsibility for their child’s behaviour and we will be asking you to ensure the following: Your child -

Arrives in school punctually. On premises by 8.40 am.

Has a sensible breakfast before leaving for school, including a healthy drink.

Has suitable food and drink to provide them with energy throughout the day. Please do not allow them to bring caffeinated drinks and sweets into school.

Adheres to the S4S rules indicated below and support staff in implementing the school sanctions when appropriate.

Completes homework.

To support you with this, we will:

Ensure everyone knows what they are “signing up” to.

Ensure all our students understand what they can and cannot do and what will be the consequences of failure to adhere to S4S.

Deal fairly and consistently with anyone who breaks the S4S rules.

Ensure students are taught to the highest standard.

Brickhill Road Wellingborough Northants NN8 3JH

Telephone: 01933 222830 Fax: 01933 276347

E-Mail: mainoffice@weaversschool.co.uk

Term Dates 2012

Easter Close at 3.10 pm Fri 30 Mar Teacher Day Mon 16 April Re-open Tues 17 April

May Day Close at 3.10 pm Fri 4 May Bank Holiday Mon 7 May Re-open Tues 8 May

Summer Half Term Close at 3.10 pm Fri 1 June Re-open Mon 11 June

Summer 2012 Close at 3.10 pm Fri 20 July

Year 11 basketball

The Year 11 boys basketball team have continued their march towards the final fours of the National Basketball competition. They have now played 6 and won 6 with a total of 434 points scored and 224 conceded. The boys are on a formidable run and are currently in the last 16 of the competition. Resounding victories against Twycross House 93-52 and St John Fisher Catholic School 57-29 has set up another home fixture on the 29 March 2012 at Weavers against The Big Wood School from Nottingham. Good luck to the boys for this fixture and all your support is needed in ensuring that Weavers become National Champions. Team: Luke Lewis, Luke Alexis, Kamal Brown, Calum Clement, Redford Williams, Matt Easter, Terrell Salmon, Conor McHale, Keenan Salmon, Scotland Maxwell

Year 8 rugby The Year 8 boys played their first competitive fixture of the year against Ferrers School and were unfortunate not to come away with a victory. Some outstanding work was done in the pack, most noticeably by Monir Idrissi and Jordan Parker. The boys unfortunately went down 20-12 to a more experienced team but an outstanding try from Joe Howie meant that the boys were able to hold their heads up high. Well done boys and a good foundation to build on.

Year 9 rugby The Year 9 boys also played their first competitive fixture against a much more organised and experienced Ferrers School team. After a slow start, conceding 3 tries in the first half, the boys were able to hold their own in the second half and were able to reduce the score to 21-7, with a great try from Josh Cayford, sliding in under the posts after some good hands in the middle of the field. Well done boys.

Year 7 netball Unbeaten! Our Year 7 netball team have won all their games convincingly against a range of schools across the district including Manor, Wrenn, Ferrers and Huxlow. Highlighted by all schools as outstanding, players include Amy Grant and Shannon Evans, who have co captained the side since September.

Netball training will start again in September – everyone welcome.

WEAVERS SPORT

EXTRA - CURRICULAR SPORT TIMETABLE

Monday

Basketball Mr Higgins Before

school

Shooting club - basketball

and netball Miss Boon Lunchtime

Tuesday Fitness Mr Higgins

Before

school

Dodgeball Miss Jones Lunchtime

Wednesday

Basketball Mr Higgins Before

school

Cricket Mr Reynolds Lunchtime

Cricket Mr Reynolds After school

Tennis Miss Boon After school

Thursday

Fitness Mr Higgins Before

school

Football Mr Higgins Lunchtime

Softball Mr Reynolds After school

Rounders Miss Jones After school

Friday Basketball Mr Higgins Before

school