th June 2013 - A GDST School | Howells Cardiff
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7 th June 2013 Dear Parents, Year 3 Visit to Cardiff Synagogue Year 3 had the opportunity to visit the Reform Synagogue on Tuesday to help piece together the religious practices of Judaism. During the year we have linked the stories from the Torah with our Creative Curriculum topics. We have learnt of the seafaring adventures of Noah and of Jonah and the Whale. During our visit we met the Rabbi's wife and were guided through the traditions and customs relating to the Synagogue. We were offered a kippah to wear and some girls wore prayer shawls too. We were all given the chance to read the Torah scrolls and to ask a myriad of questions. We were delighted with the warm welcome we received by the guides at the Synagogue and would like to thank the parents who were able to accompany us on our trip. Year 3 History Play Year 5 girls were plunged back in time to the Blitz, when a visiting theatre company came to Howell's this week as part of this term's World War II topic. We watched a gripping theatre performance about a family during the war, before taking part in a workshop where the girls learned to empathise with characters by 'hot seating' and by creating ' freeze frames' of different situations during WWII. It was a wonderful experience for everyone involved and the theatre group was amazed by the girls' knowledge about the period. Year 5 Visitor Everyone in Year 5 can see things much more clearly now thanks to an exciting visit from Amani's dad, who is a busy eye surgeon. He explained the complex way our eyes interpret light and send messages to our brains to enable us to see the world around us. Using diagrams, little games and visual tests, he encouraged the girls to discover how they perceive depth and how their eyes move in unison. After lots of questions about his work, Dr Muhtaseb explained that one of the most rewarding parts of his job was performing cataract operations on elderly blind people, in small villages in developing countries, because after a short, simple operation they can see! It was a fascinating way to bring our science topic of 'light' to life! Sailing Taster Sessions at Cardiff Bay Yacht Club Two members of Cardiff Bay Yacht Club visited school this morning (with a boat!) to talk about the sailing taster sessions they are offering. This offer has now been extended to any girls in Years 3 to 6 and the cost is £25 per child. All the proceeds will go to the ‘Pitch In’ Astro Turf Fund. The first session will now take place on Thursday 13 th June from 6pm to 8pm and if there is enough interest, a second taster session will run on Monday 17 th June. Email [email protected] to reserve a place on a first come first serve basis. Transport to and from the venue is not provided.
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7th June 2013 Dear Parents,
Year 3 Visit to Cardiff Synagogue Year 3 had the opportunity to visit the Reform Synagogue on Tuesday to help piece together the religious practices of Judaism. During the year we have linked the stories from the Torah with our Creative Curriculum topics. We have learnt of the seafaring adventures of Noah and of Jonah and the Whale. During our visit we met the Rabbi's wife and were guided through the traditions and customs relating to the Synagogue. We were offered a kippah to wear and some girls wore prayer shawls too. We were all given the chance to read the Torah scrolls and to ask a myriad of questions. We were delighted with the warm welcome we received by the guides at the Synagogue and would like to thank the parents who were able to accompany us on our trip. Year 3
History Play
Year 5 girls were plunged back in time to the Blitz, when a visiting theatre company came to Howell's this week as part of this term's World War II topic. We watched a gripping theatre performance about a family during the war, before taking part in a workshop where the girls learned to empathise with characters by 'hot seating' and by creating ' freeze frames' of different situations during WWII. It was a wonderful experience for everyone involved and the theatre group was amazed by the girls' knowledge about the period. Year 5 Visitor
Everyone in Year 5 can see things much more clearly now thanks to an exciting visit from Amani's dad, who is a busy eye surgeon. He explained the complex way our eyes interpret light and send messages to our brains to enable us to see the world around us. Using diagrams, little games and visual tests, he encouraged the girls to discover how they perceive depth and how their eyes move in unison. After
lots of questions about his work, Dr Muhtaseb explained that one of the most rewarding parts of his job was performing cataract operations on elderly blind people, in small villages in developing countries, because after a short, simple operation they can see! It was a fascinating way to bring our science topic of 'light' to life!
Sailing Taster Sessions at Cardiff Bay Yacht Club
Two members of Cardiff Bay Yacht Club visited school this morning (with a boat!) to talk about the sailing taster sessions they are offering. This offer has now been extended to any girls in Years 3 to 6 and the cost is £25 per child. All the proceeds will go to the ‘Pitch In’ Astro Turf Fund. The first session will now take place on Thursday 13th June from 6pm to 8pm and if there is enough interest, a
second taster session will run on Monday 17th June. Email [email protected] to reserve a place on a first come first serve basis. Transport to and from the venue is not provided.
Late Arrival to School
A number of girls are regularly arriving late to school which disrupts the first lesson of the day. The morning bell rings at 8.35am (for girls in Years 3 to 6) and 8.45am (for girls in Reception to Year 2). All girls should be in the relevant playgrounds by these times although we do appreciate that there may be a valid reason for the occasional late arrival. Thank you for your support.
Summer Drama School – ‘Midsummer Madness!’
We are delighted to announce that a ‘Howell’s Theatre Arts Summer School’ will run this year from 5th to 9th August. A flyer with further information can be found at the end of this newsletter and a booking form will follow next week.
Tennis Success Congratulations to Alicia L and Sophie S from Year 5 who represented South Wales in Telford on the weekend. They both played really well and picked up important wins which helped South Wales to come second in their group. Well done girls! Choir Success Congratulations to Lilli J, Ella K, Georgia M-P and Nia W (Year 5) who successfully auditioned for the Cardiff County Choir this week. Well done girls! Nursery
Next week, the girls in Nursery will be focusing on the letter ‘v‘.
Class Photographs A reminder that today was the deadline for receipt of payment and order slips for the class photographs. If you have missed this deadline, please send your order directly to Colorfoto. Thank you.
TOOT (Themed Out of Term) Holiday Care Weeks
At Half Term the TOOT children experienced a wonderful magical journey with glitter that turned into chocolate, balloon animals and flowers, and magical tricks to take home! Our summer weeks are running for the first 5 weeks of the holiday on the dates below, so if you are interested, please email [email protected] and details will be forwarded to you. The cost for each week will be £165 and this includes breakfast, lunch, all snacks and visits. Tea can also be ordered at an extra cost of £2 per day.
Future dates: Summer Holidays: 15 – 19 July, 22 – 26 July, 29 July – 2 August, 5 – 9 August and 12 – 16 August 2013. Pitch In Update The latest Pitch In update can be found at the end of the newsletter. Sun Protection
Summer has finally arrived! Please could you ensure that sun cream is applied before school each day and that your daughter brings her sun hat (the School Uniform Shop has these in stock) to wear at break times. Alternatively she may wear a pink or white sun hat. Thank you.
Parents’ Association Summer Picnic – Thursday 27th June
The fun will begin at 3.30pm, immediately after the Junior School Sports Day and continues until 6.30pm. Join in the fun with mini fairground rides (some for Senior School pupils and some for younger pupils), Splat the Rat, and a selection of food stalls. All-inclusive wristbands will allow unlimited use of the fairground rides.
The wristbands can be purchased in advance for £10 – an order form can be found at the end of this newsletter. On the day individual rides will cost £2 a time. Parents’ Association AGM A reminder that the Parents’ Association AGM will be held on 11thJune at 6.30pm in the Senior School. We have a vacancy for the Chair of Fundraising and the Deputy Chair of the Parents’ Management Committee. If you are willing to be nominated please let Mrs Carol Phillips (PA to the Principal) know at [email protected] And finally…. Mrs Matthews would like to apologise for the lolly mishap at break time; there were not enough ordered for the tuck shop and she promises to purchase 200 next week so that there are enough for everyone at 20p! I hope you have a lovely weekend, Judith Ashill (Mrs) Head of Junior School
Head to HSL for ALL THE FUN OF THE FAIR! Climbing Wall! Mini Waltzers! Mega Slide! Bouncy Castle! Chair-O-Plane Carousel!
Howell’s School Parents’ Association Summer Picnic
will be held from 3.30pm on Thursday 27th June,
immediately after the Junior School Sports Day.
The afternoon promises funfair rides for pupils of all ages,
fantastic fairground stalls, hook-a-duck, face painting, splat
the rat, Coconut Shy, StrEAT Food Stalls & lots more.
RIDE ALL AFTERNOON FOR £10
This year, we will be selling pre-paid wristbands for £10 in advance or £12 on the day. These will give the wearer access to ALL THE RIDES, as MANY TIMES AS THEY LIKE.
The wrist bands are valid for RIDES ONLY. Activity stalls, such a hook-a-duck and face-painting will be priced individually, from £1.
If you do not wish to buy a wristband, single ride tickets will be available on the day for £2 each.
If you would like to order a wristband for your child/children, please complete the order form below and return with payment to either Junior or Senior School offices. Please mark the envelope clearly with ‘Summer Picnic’ and your name, child’s name and class. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Please make cheques payable to ‘HSLPA’ and child’s name(s) on reverse – PLEASE DO NOT SEND CASH INTO SCHOOL. NB: If Sports Day and the Funfair are cancelled due to wet weather, a full refund will be issued on return of the wristband/s. This is why we are asking for cheques only. Payments received will not be banked until the day.
*Reminder: The wrist band gives access to the RIDES ONLY. Activities, food and drink are not included.
Name (please print)
Name of Pupil(s) & Class
Total Number of All Inclusive Ride* Bands Required @£10 each
Total:
Thank You An enormous thank you to everyone who has supported Pitch In! The last couple of weeks have seen:
Wonderful Wimbledon Auction
Craig Bellamy’s Book Signing which was a sell-out - thanks Craig!
Eira Culverwell’s first ladies’ boot camp which was a big hit with everyone who took part. The next
one is on Thursday 13th Thursday so do join us – the more the merrier! Thanks Eira!
Champagne Cycle Challenge on Sunday 30th June Whether you’re a budding Bradley Wiggins or a cycling novice come and join our Champagne Cycle Challenge!
Mr Elmes and Mr Biebrach have brilliantly devised routes for people of all standards and ages. If you don’t
want to ride but would like to cheer our cyclists on their return, we would love you to join us for the
champagne barbecue at 4.00pm – family and friends welcome! For more information and to book your place,
please see the booking form below.
Mother and Daughter Rounders Tournament A reminder about the Mother and Daughter Rounders Tournament at 12.30pm – 2.00pm on Saturday 29th June
2013. Please email [email protected] to register your interest.
Promote your Business For only £60, with 50% going to Pitch In, you can advertise your business to the Howell’s Community through
our Jumblebee website.
For details please log in or register at our Jumblebee website
http://www.jumblebee.co.uk/register/kU3l4HDSVt and click on the B-Pages tab making sure you also click My
Community.
Holiday Opportunities Are you looking for a week in the Dordogne or a weekend seeing the sights in London? Look no further, details
can be found by logging in or registering at our Jumblebee website
http://www.jumblebee.co.uk/register/kU3l4HDSVt and click on the Buy tab making sure you click My
Community.
We’re here to help! Don’t forget if there are items or services you would like to promote or sell through you can do so by logging in
or registering at our Jumblebee website http://www.jumblebee.co.uk/register/kU3l4HDSVt. We want to make
it as easy as possible so Vanessa Yilmaz at [email protected] or Hannah Roberts at
[email protected] would be delighted to upload items on your behalf so do contact them. Vanessa
and Hannah can be contacted on 029 20261839.
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