The Chronicle

Our Stars of the Week this week are:

Six students from Warwick University led an interesting RE lesson on the difficult subject of ‘Refugees’.

The students, who are part of the charity UNICEF, explained to the children how children and adults flee their countries due to war, conflict, natural disasters and extreme poverty.

Pupils played games, watched clips and listened carefully to the challenging problems facing so many people. During the session, they had the opportunity to think about the dangers facing refugees and considered ways that UNICEF aim to alleviate the problems and how we can get involved to help.

Pupils were told of famous people who were refugees and because they were given safety have gone on to be extremely successful and make a huge contribution to the society.

The scenic vista of Coombe Abbey Country Park was turned over to geographical analysis this week, as our budding J6 Geographers and Botanists took to the 'waters' to advance their curricular studies.

A varied and challenging program of studies followed as, 'Pooh' sticks in hand, they first analysed speed of flow and considered water systems and channel erosion. Then, with net, magnifier and ID card at the ready they were off to the Top Pool to discover the aquatic bio-diversity that might be found. The Chronicle is pleased to report that no stone was left unturned or leaf litter unparted, as shrieks of delight met the discovery of dragon fly lava. After such a busy day a quick 'spin' around the children's playground rounded off a great day prior to the short trip home. 

An energised Junior 6 team revelled in the day, a feeling perhaps summed up best by Mrs Horan (J6H Class Teacher), "Getting 'hands on' with the subject transforms learning into discovery. I am so proud of our students, their excellent attitude to their studies will serve them well as they progress into senior school.'      

There's nothing better than to come together and celebrate with a piece of cake. So it was a special treat when Mrs Simmons (Chaplaincy Assistant), with cake in hand we might add, hosted our medal recipients and their friends.

Congratulations, one and all. You have worked hard and continue to provide an excellent example in the role of Altar Server.