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CONTACT WEEK ENDING:

FRIDAY 6TH MARCH 2020 A MESSAGE FROM THE ASSOCIATE HEADTEACHER

ST CATHERINE’S

CATHOLIC

SCHOOL

Dear Parent/ Carer,

As we approach the second week in our Lenten journey, we

are reminded to not be afraid. Did you know that this

phrase is mentioned at least 365 times in the bible:

sometimes to individuals and sometimes to groups of

people. Some people are in frightening situations, some have

just had big surprises; others are facing death, facing God or

even just facing amazing events. A fear of something that we

do not know or understand makes us very afraid. There has

been a significant fear over corona virus, and I hope this

week you have read the email that I sent. Schools are still

not at a point of having to close but we are planning just in

case that has to happen. There is no panic here and no

confirmed cases, so ‘ be not afraid’.

This has been a week of lovely journeys, all of Year 7 went

to Rochester this week as part of their History and

Geography curriculum. Students had a tour of the cathedral

and were able to admire the beautiful architecture. All

groups were lucky enough to have their picnic packed lunch-

es outside as the weather played it’s part. I must say it was

lovely to drive to school in the sunlight today!

The rain did not hold off for the Year 10 History students

who took a step back in time yesterday when they visited

Hampton Court Palace to learn about the private life of

Henry VIII, his wives and children, in the world of the Tudor

court. Students were able to admire Henry’s Great Hall, the

infamous Haunted Gallery and explore the

magnificent gardens, under an umbrella unfortunately.

On Thursday we also celebrated had World Book day

where staff and students shared what books they were

reading and took part in the quiz staged across the day by

our librarian. There are some smart cookies out there. I

was at Grays Convent and thought you might like to see my

book day outfit. I would like to say that I was reading Julie

Baird’s ‘Queen Victoria’, but I’m afraid it was the ‘Vile

Victorians’ that took my notice on the day. One would not

be amused!

Our thoughts have been with Year 11s as they have been

writing their PPE examinations. I am sure that they have

been afraid. However n Wednesday and Thursday the most

delightful smells came from the Food and Nutrition practical

examinations taking place. On closer investigation we were

able to see the masterful creations and menus our students

have come up with.

A reminder to Year 8 parents and carers that we are

holding Parents’ evening on the 17th March. We ask that

parents arrive by 3.30pm and make your last appointment

for 5.40pm to ensure you are able to see all staff they have

appointments with.

PENNY JOHNSON -

ASSOCIATE HEADTEACHER

MRS ELDERFIELD - CHAPLAIN

Rise! Take up your mat and walk.

Women’s World Day of Prayer

6th March 2020

Today we celebrate Women’s World day of Prayer.

This is an opportunity for women around the world to

intercede for each other’s needs. This year the theme

relates to the story of paralysed man by the Pool of

Bethsida who is desperate to be healed and led by the

International Women’s Team in Zimbabwe. In this

scripture Jesus listens to the man’s story of his

paralysis for 38yrs, waiting in hope for someone to

help him. Jesus is so moved, that he heals him – “Rise

Take up your mat and walk.” The women of

Zimbabwe know the suffering of 60 years of neglect,

war, famine and pain but live in hope that today or

tomorrow, with God’s help, they may rise and walk

with a little help from those around. We join together

today in prayer to be a support to those women who

need our help in Zimbabwe.

Dearest Lord, teach me to be generous

Teach me to serve you as you deserve

To give and not to count the cost

To fight and not to heed the wounds

To toil and not to seek for rest

To labour and not to seek reward

Knowing that I do your will.

Amen

Ignatius Loyola, 1491-1556

Wishing you a lovely weekend

with friends and family,

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CATCH-UP AND REVISION 2020 JANUARY - APRIL

3.15PM - 4.15PM (UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Catch-up Catch-up Catch-up Catch-up Catch-up

Drama:

LWI – A1

Drama:

LWI – A1

Maths: CFR – M26

(Aiming for grades 4

to 6).

*2 Week alternating

Timetable. Week A

Foundation and Week

B Higher.

History: M12

(Targeted Students)

*lunch time only

History: M26

(Targeted Students)

*lunch time only

History: Study Club

KSC – M12 *lunch

time only

RE:

LPE – Life and death

(C13)

Science: RLE - RPA

and Chemistry (P side

Sets 2-4) – S12.

*2 Week alternating

Timetable. Week A P

Side Higher. Week B

P side Foundation.

Science: EMA -

Space Physics

(Separate) – S4

*2 Week alternating

Timetable. Week A P

Side. Week B Q Side.

Drama:

LWI – A1

Food: LAD/NGI -

NEA 1 & 2 – T11

Textiles: LAD

Personal Portfolio –

T12

Revision Revision Revision Revision Revision

RE:

Origin and Meaning

SSA - C13

RE: EFR – C12

RE: CAG – C4

RE: CTA – M3

RE: PWO – C12

RE: Life and Death

SSA – C13

RE: CAG – C4

RE: Judaism SSA in C13

PE GCSE: KSA – A6

*2 Week alternating

Timetable. Week A:

English Lit:

NHO – A18

English Lit: JLO –

A10

English Lang Q5:

TAL – A19

English: KMA 11q/

En4 – A17

English Lang:

DSA – A13

English: KMA 11q/

En4 – A17

English (Poetry):

MBE – A11

English Lang:

ZOK – A12

Geography: LMC –

M1

(Targeted Students)

Geography:

CHO – M2

(Targeted Students)

Geography:

KSM – M4

(Targeted Students)

Business: PCA – A4

(Targeted Students)

*Week A (grade 4/5).

Week B (grade 6+).

Lunch time 1:50pm –

2:20pm – students must

eat lunch before they

arrive

*2 Week alternating

Timetable. Week B:

Maths: Higher Sets 1

& 2 – CFR – M26

Week B: Maths: Foun-

dation Students –

SAG – M24

Business: PCA – T5

(Targeted Students)

Science: EOD- S13

(Targeted students only)

*2 week alternating timetable for Science, English and Maths Catch-ups and Business Revision only:

Week A – Week Beginning Science and Maths Catch-ups only

27/01/2020 10/02/2020 02/03/2020 16/03/2020 30/03/2020

Week B – Week Beginning Science and Maths Catch-ups only

03/02/2020 24/02/2020 09/03/2020 23/03/2020

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Monday 9th March Tuesday 10th March Wednesday 11th March Thursday 12th March Friday 13th March

8.35am line up 8.35am line up 8.35am line up 8.35am line up 8.35am line up

English

Language Paper 1

(1hr 45mins)

RE

Paper 2 Applied

(1hr 30mins)

English

Language Paper 2

(1hr 45mins)

Maths

Paper 3 Calculator

(1hr 30mins)

RE

Judaism (1hr )

Break Break Break Break Break

11.00am Line up 11.00am Line up 11.00am Line up 11.00am Line up 11.00am Line up

Chemistry

Paper 2 (1hr 15mins & 1hr 45mins)

History Paper 3 Weimar

(1hr 20mins)

Geography

Paper 2 Human

(1hr 30mins)

. Media/PE

TV & Media (1hr 45mins)

Physics Paper 1

(1hr 15mins & 1hr 45mins)

Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch

2.00pm line up 1.30pm line up 1.30pm line up 1.30pm line up 1.30pm

Spanish Listening (48mins)

French/Spanish

Reading (1hr)

Drama

(1hr 30mins)

Catch up session

Normal lessons

Year 11 Pre Public Exam Timetable – March 2020 Student Timetable

MATHS HOUSE PUZZLES

KS3 Maths House Puzzle

Please place entries in your respective House Box in the Library with Name and Form clearly written. Puzzle closes on Friday

13th March.

Find a two-digit number which is 6 times as large as the sum of its digits.

KS4 Maths House Puzzle

Please place entries in your respective House Box in the Library with Name and Form clearly written. Puzzle closes on Friday

13th March.

The Bank of England has begun the massive task of destroying £40bn-worth of paper banknotes

which have been replaced by new polymer £20 notes. Two billion paper notes will be withdrawn and

recycled to be used as a soil improver. Two huge high-speed note-sorting machines each sort 33

notes per second. How long will it take for all the notes to be processed?

Note: For this question a billion is a thousand million.

MR CONSIDINE

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1. @elise_gravel

2. @asya_kozina

3. @kjcardigan

4. @nikkimiles_

Facebook, Youtube, Whatsapp, WeChat, and Instagram are the top

five social media platforms globally, with over one billion active

users each. In most countries the proportion of young people using

online social networks exceeds 90% and teens spend on

average more than 4 hours online every day.

We are repeatedly told in the news that social media is bad for us.

The pros and cons of social media totally depend on how we use it.

social media Has a lot of benefits for students and teachers, it has

become very easy to get knowledge from renowned experts and

professionals through the social media. You can easily follow

accounts to boost your knowledge. Regardless of your educational

background, you can learn various skills.

Social media can be used for various noble and charitable causes.

Not only this, but it also helps to change the way people live. It

creates awareness and helps people to discover various innovations

that help them enhance their own lives. Every individual from a

farmer to a teacher can benefit from the awareness factor of social

media.

Every week I will put together some inspirational and positive

Instagram pages. I will also put these pages on the display board

which is outside my office upstairs in the arts block.

Elise Gravel is an author and illustrator. She has published many picture books and graphic novels for kids, both

in English and in French. Her goal is to promote diversity, tolerance, respect and empathy. You can find her

books, free printables and other cool things on her website elisegravel.com.

The artist Asya Kozina transforms pieces of paper into eccentric wigs and wedding dresses. Originally from St.

Petersburg, Asya Kozina, creates them from standard Whatman paper bought from an ordinary stationary

shop. Work with white paper has become the artist’s signature mode of expression, and it is the only material

with which she can experiment tirelessly. Kozina believes that white paper allows her to accent form and

conceal secondary details. All of her works are created by hand, and none of the shapes or forms are repeated.

Kate Jenkins, The British crochet artist creates fibre-based foods that bear a striking resemblance to their

edible inspirations. Jenkins has a particular affinity for baked goods: her recent spreads include bagels and lox,

whole grain bread loaves, and individual fruit tarts. The artist creates every last detail down to tiny caper

berries, thinly sliced red onions, and kiwi and poppy seeds made from black beads. Jenkins learned to knit and

crochet as a child in Wales, and shares in an artist statement that she has always been fascinated and inspired

by everyday objects and experiences.

Nikki Miles is a multidisciplinary illustrator based in London. She has experience working with a range of

clients across different projects that include advertising, editorial, publishing, packaging, branding, patterns and

stationery. Recently her greetings cards designs have been stocked in Paperchase stores in the UK.

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STRESS BUSTER SESSIONS - YEAR 11

It’s that time of year where you may be so focused on exams

that you forget to de-stress! If you are feeling edgy, nervous,

overwhelmed or just wanting a reminder of the benefits of

de-stressing, come along to Stress Buster (specifically for Year

11’s). You will gain handy tips & practice relaxation techniques.

Did you know that de-stressing helps performance! Sessions

run on Friday lunch in the conference room at 1.55pm. Doors

shut at 2pm. Be on time in order to get in!

MS MULROY

A p lea from the Geography depar tment

Do you have old wellies at home that

are no longer needed?

Have the kids outgrown some and they

are still in the cupboard?

Would you be willing to donate them to

the Geography department?

We are taking our Year 10s to the beach in April and the Year 9s to undertake river

studies in June and we would love to have some spare wellies for girls without.

Any donations would be warmly received. Please send them in with your daughter to be

brought to M1 or drop them at reception.

MISS MCDONAGH

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HOUSE NEWS

On the 26th and 27th of February there was a House Dodgeball Tournament which Miss Brown and Miss Wood

held for the Year 7’s and 8’s (Year 7 were on the 26th/ year 8 were on 27th).

All the girls that attended worked really hard within their house teams, there was a maximum of 12 players per

each house team, 6 coming from every form group. We even had some spare players come along to the event as

the girls were so enthusiastic about playing!

There was an extremely high turnout from both year groups which created a fantastic atmosphere in the sports hall

where they played their matches. The team morale was incredible between all the students involved, they were

driving each other to succeed and pushing each other’s confidence along the way.

Every house team had the opportunity to play each other in a round robin event which finished at roughly 4:15pm.

The results are as followed:

Year 7:

1st – Adele

2nd – Angela

3rd – Frances

4th – Cecilia

Year 8:

1st – Adele

2nd – Frances

3rd – Angela

4th – Cecilia

HOUSE

DODGEBALL

TOURNAMENT

The Year 7 Adele team were extremely competitive and used high

tactical skills which resulted in them winning all of their matches. So a

special well done to the year 7 Adele team!

The Year 8 Adele team were also incredible! Somehow Adele

managed to win with only 4 players! Well done to all Adele players.

Year 9 and 10 get yourselves ready for your own dodgeball house

tournament which will be in the next few weeks!

MISS WOOD

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HOUSE NEWS

This week has been an important week in the House system! During House assemblies this week, the Heads of House

have introduced a new prayer for each House to learn and say during form time, reminded girls of the ways in which

they can receive house points, (for example, through achievement marks, good attendance and participation in house

events) and have also launched the ’40 Acts of Kindness’ activity in collaboration with the RE department.

The House points totals are going from strength to strength with huge gains for all Houses, which is extremely

encouraging. The girls are building their house points up through their excellent behaviour, attitude towards learning

and helpful acts within our school community.

The Heads of House were very excited to launch the House Charity vote this week and the totals have been coming

in! Each Head of House chose four charities for the girls to choose from and these were presented in House

Assemblies this week. There were four charities presented per House – local, national, global and Laudato sí, all of

which had strong Catholic or Christian links or were personally linked to students in the school. Please discuss with

your daughter which charity she voted for and why she would be a strong advocate for that charity.

The voting results will be out next week and the Head of House will be in full swing preparing for our Easter Fayre!!

LENTEN

CHARITIES

VOTE

ADELE ANGELA CECILIA FRANCES

HCO CAG MWO/JMA HBR

LOCAL

NATIONAL

GLOBAL

LAUDATO

SI

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HOUSE NEWS

House points update

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HOUSE NEWS

House points update

Congratulations to Temi (10An1) for

winning the pop-up KS4 House

Competition which was in Contact 2

weeks ago, she has been awarded 10

achievement points and 100 House

Points for Angela!

KS3 QUESTION

COMPETITION

ANSWERS TO

MISS CORTHORNE

French KS3:

Chanter means ‘to sing’ in French. How

would you say ‘is she singing?’

Spanish KS3:

Cantar means ‘to sing’ in Spanish. How

would you say ‘is she singing?’

RE KS3:

What are the three sacraments of Initiation

in the Catholic Church?

Science KS3:

What is an element?

Where can they be found?

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YEAR 7 ROCHESTER TRIPS

On Monday 2nd March we had an amazing day out on our History/Geography Trip. Firstly we went to Rochester Castle and

Miss Scott taught us that the castle was originally made from wood but then changed to stone. She also talked about other

interesting facts about the area. We went to the cathedral and had a guided tour where we were shown a designs and paintings

on the walls and how the cathedral was built. We also saw a model of the moon which was on display in the Cathedral as part

of a travelling exhibition. We then visited the old sweet shop in Rochester where we could buy some treats. After lunch we

then had the geography section of our trip where we completed 4 pedestrian counts, labelling a map and asked the general

public questions about the town. Overall this trip was a really good experience.

KAYLEIGH (7H)

BEXLEY BOOK BUZZ –

CENTRAL LIBRARY BEXLEYHEATH

On Friday 28th February a group of Year 8 & 9

students attended an author talk by Anthony

McGowan. The author spoke about his childhood

growing up in Leeds, urban legends and read extracts

from two of his novels for children. Anthony was

very funny and the event was enjoyed by students

and adults present.

MRS DONNELLY

Lillie (8An2) getting a book signed by Anthony McGowan

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MEDICATION

Please ensure that any medication your daughter needs to bring to school is labelled with their name and

form, includes instructions on how and when it is to be taken and is in date. All medication must be

handed in to the school office. Students may go to the school office when they need to take their

medication. This applies to all medication including over the counter medications such as paracetamol and

ibuprofen.

AEROSOLS, SPRAYS AND KEEPING CHILDREN SAFE

At the beginning of the new school year it is important to be reminded about some of our rules which

are designed to keep all of the students safe and well in school. We ask that students do not bring any

aerosols, other types of spray or perfumes into school. This is clearly stated in out planner and is to

ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students. The spraying of these items can lead to asthma attacks for

students in school and therefore poses a serious risk to their safety and wellbeing. Students can bring a

roll on deodorant to school to use after their PE lessons should they wish but aerosol sprays, other types

of spray and perfumes should not be brought to school and therefore not used anywhere on the school

site. The support of all parents/carers and students with regard to this matter is very much appreciated.

MRS HAYES

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Monday Badminton – All Years

Miss Wood

After School

Tuesday Step Into Dance – All Years

Maria Casseur & Miss

Husband

After School

Thursday Handball - Year 8 & 9 Miss Wood Period 5

AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS

Activity Staff Times / Days

Eligible Year Groups

Duration Location

Arts Award (Bronze)

Mrs Bryant Tuesday p4 Year 7 All year T5

Arts Award

(Silver y8)

Mrs Bryant Tuesday p5 Year 8 All year T5

Arts Award

(Silver y9)

Miss Joanes Tuesday p5 Year 9 All year T2

Arts Award

(Silver y10)

Miss Joanes Tuesday p6 Year 10 All year A7

Year 7 Choir Mrs Bryant Friday p4 Year 7

All year A8

Year 8/9 Choir Mrs Bryant/Miss Joanes Thursday p5 Years 8 and 9 All year A8

Year 10/11 Choir Mrs Bryant Thursday p6 Years 10 and 11 All year A8

Orchestra Miss Joanes Wednesday 3.15-4.00

All year groups All year A8

Mary Poppins – Acting

Mrs Williams Wednesday

3.15-4.30

Cast members (Years 7-10)

All year Drama

studio

Mary Poppins – Singing

Mrs Bryant/Miss Joanes Thursday

3.15-4.30

Cast members (Years 7-10)

All year Drama studio/A8

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ST CATHERINE’S CATHOLIC SCHOOL

TERM DATES

2019-20

Autumn Term 2019

Tuesday 3rd September to Thursday 17th

October 2019

INSET Day - Friday 18th October

Half-term

1 week from Monday 21st October to Friday 25th

October 2019

Monday 28th October to Thursday 19th

December 2019

INSET day - Friday 20th December

Spring Term 2020

Monday 6th January to Friday 14th February 2020

Half-term

1 week from Monday 17th February to Friday 21st

February 2020

Monday 24th February to Friday 3rd April 2020

Summer Term 2020

Monday 20th April to Friday 22nd May 2020

Half-term

1 week from Monday 25th May to Friday 29th May

2020

(Spring Bank Holiday will be taken as 25th May)

Monday 1st June - Thursday 16th July 2020

Bank Holiday: Friday 8th May 2020

INSET Days

Monday 2nd September 2019

Friday 18th October 2019

Friday 20th December 2019

Friday 17th July 2020

Monday 20th July 2020

ST CATHERINE’S CATHOLIC SCHOOL

TERM DATES

2020-21

Autumn Term 2020

Tuesday 1st September 2020 to

Thursday 22nd October 2020

INSET Day - Friday 23rd October

Half-term

1 week from Monday 26th October to

Friday 30th October 2020

Monday 2nd November to Friday 18th December 2020

Spring Term 2021

Monday 4th January to Friday 12th February 2021

Half-term

1 week from Monday 15th February to

Friday 19th February 2021

Monday 22nd February to Wednesday 31st March 2021

Summer Term 2021

Monday 19th April to Friday 28th May 2021

(May Bank Holiday will be taken on 3rd May 2021)

Half-term

1 week from Monday 31st May to Friday 4th June 2021

(Spring Bank Holiday will be taken 31st May 2021)

Monday 7th June to Friday 16th July 2021

INSET days

Tuesday 1st September 2020

Friday 23rd October 2020

Monday 19th July 2021

Tuesday 20th July 2021

Wednesday 21st July 2021