Pupil Premium Comic Relief Sports News Ski Tour 2013 An Evening of Music College Uniform Easter 2013 March 2013 ‘Students receive an outstanding Christian inspired education at Bishop Perowne’ Inspection 2012 Newsletter Easter 2013 Content Page Message from the Headteacher 1 Our Vision 2 Headteacher Commendations 3 Worcestershire Youth Cabinet 4 Worship Team News 4 Friday Prayers 4 Mathematics Department News 4 Lizzie Laser 5 John Bailey Memorial 5 Youth Enterprise Team 5 Arts College News 6-8 Head Boy and Head Girl Elections 9-11 King’s School Partner- ship 12 Easter Eucharist Order of Service 13-17 Plus much more ……... Academic success that matters ‘Growing together to be the best we can be’ Go forth into the world in peace Go forth into the world in peace; be of good courage; hold fast that which is good; render to no one evil for evil; strengthen the fainthearted; support the weak; help the afflicted; honour everyone; love and serve the Lord, rejoicing in the power of the Holy Spirit February—March 2013 at Bishop Perowne …. Excellent ‘early’ examination results …. Success in the Junior Magistrates Mock Trial Competition, Sports Competitions and Young Enterprise …. A stunning concert to launch our 50th Anniversary celebrations …. A wealth of booster sessions for Year 11 …. All in all a very busy but rewarding few weeks. The annual half term ski trip to Austria was heralded as the best ever. Our students were, as always praised by all who met them as outstanding advocates for our school. And so the work began. Year 11 received unstinting support from the teachers as they began their final preparation for GCSE, spurred on by the most outstanding ‘early entry’ examination results we have ever achieved. This bodes well for the summer. Our students have been very successful in competitions, winning the Magistrates prize in the Junior Magistrates Mock Trial Competition and the prize for the best product for Young Enterprise, a com- petition usually dominated by sixth form students from Independent Schools. We are very proud of Millie Gaffey who was elected to the Worcestershire Young Cabinet. Our site team have transformed the front of our College removing some unruly shrubs. Planting is to begin this week, as is the final work on our memorial garden. I am pleased to report that stu- dents raised £1000.00 to re-stock the west quadrangle and commission a tree sculpture which will be designed and made by Mr Paul Shepherd as a lasting memorial to Mr John Bailey MBE our for- mer Chair of Governors, Private Jason Williams a former student who was killed in Afghanistan and Tony Ballard who drowned tragically in the River Severn. The Mathematics Department with furnish the quadrangle with a chess set and some Mathematical games. I am also pleased to report, that as a resort of our successful bid to the Education Funding Agency, our boilers are to be replaced in April. We have enjoyed a number of visitors to out College. Cllr Rob Adams Chair of the County Council and Cllr Mary Drinkwater spent an afternoon visiting lessons ad talking with our students. The concert held to launch our 50th Anniversary Celebrations was attended by Robin Walker MP, the Mayoress of Worcester Mrs Jill Berry, Cllr Rob Adams and Cllr Mary Drinkwater. Our Chaplaincy team have been actively supporting our preparations for our end of term Eucharist which is to be led by the Archdeacon, The Venerable Roger Morris, assisted by Revd. David Ryan and Capt. Rick Tett. I am pleased to announce that Mrs Horovitz has been appointed from a strong national field to the post of Subject Leader for Religious Education from 1st September. Mrs Rees returned to College on Monday, 25th March following her Maternity Leave. We wish both Mrs Horovitz and Mrs Rees well. I should like to thank our parents and carers for their support this term and wish everyone a very happy Easter. Ms J Farr—Headteacher
Transcript
Pupil Premium
Comic Relief
Sports News
Ski Tour 2013
An Evening of Music
College Uniform
Easter 2013
March 2013
‘Students receive an outstanding Christian inspired education at Bishop Perowne’
Inspection 2012
Newsletter
Easter 2013
Content Page
Message from the
Headteacher
1
Our Vision 2
Headteacher
Commendations
3
Worcestershire Youth
Cabinet
4
Worship Team News 4
Friday Prayers 4
Mathematics
Department News
4
Lizzie Laser 5
John Bailey Memorial 5
Youth Enterprise Team 5
Arts College News 6-8
Head Boy and Head Girl
Elections
9-11
King’s School Partner-
ship
12
Easter Eucharist
Order of Service
13-17
Plus much more ……...
Academic success that matters
‘Growing together to be the best we can be’
Go forth into the world in peace
Go forth into the world in peace;
be of good courage;
hold fast that which is good;
render to no one evil for evil;
strengthen the fainthearted;
support the weak;
help the afflicted;
honour everyone;
love and serve the Lord,
rejoicing in the power of the Holy Spirit
February—March 2013 at Bishop Perowne …. Excellent ‘early’ examination results …. Success in
the Junior Magistrates Mock Trial Competition, Sports Competitions and Young Enterprise …. A
stunning concert to launch our 50th Anniversary celebrations …. A wealth of booster sessions for
Year 11 …. All in all a very busy but rewarding few weeks.
The annual half term ski trip to Austria was heralded as the best ever. Our students were, as
always praised by all who met them as outstanding advocates for our school.
And so the work began. Year 11 received unstinting support from the teachers as they began their
final preparation for GCSE, spurred on by the most outstanding ‘early entry’ examination results we
have ever achieved. This bodes well for the summer.
Our students have been very successful in competitions, winning the Magistrates prize in the Junior
Magistrates Mock Trial Competition and the prize for the best product for Young Enterprise, a com-
petition usually dominated by sixth form students from Independent Schools. We are very proud of
Millie Gaffey who was elected to the Worcestershire Young Cabinet.
Our site team have transformed the front of our College removing some unruly shrubs. Planting is
to begin this week, as is the final work on our memorial garden. I am pleased to report that stu-
dents raised £1000.00 to re-stock the west quadrangle and commission a tree sculpture which will
be designed and made by Mr Paul Shepherd as a lasting memorial to Mr John Bailey MBE our for-
mer Chair of Governors, Private Jason Williams a former student who was killed in Afghanistan and
Tony Ballard who drowned tragically in the River Severn. The Mathematics Department with furnish
the quadrangle with a chess set and some Mathematical games. I am also pleased to report, that
as a resort of our successful bid to the Education Funding Agency, our boilers are to be replaced in
April.
We have enjoyed a number of visitors to out College. Cllr Rob Adams Chair of the County Council
and Cllr Mary Drinkwater spent an afternoon visiting lessons ad talking with our students.
The concert held to launch our 50th Anniversary Celebrations was attended by Robin Walker MP,
the Mayoress of Worcester Mrs Jill Berry, Cllr Rob Adams and Cllr Mary Drinkwater.
Our Chaplaincy team have been actively supporting our preparations for our end of term Eucharist
which is to be led by the Archdeacon, The Venerable Roger Morris, assisted by Revd. David Ryan
and Capt. Rick Tett.
I am pleased to announce that Mrs Horovitz has been appointed from a strong national field to the
post of Subject Leader for Religious Education from 1st September. Mrs Rees returned to College
on Monday, 25th March following her Maternity Leave. We wish both Mrs Horovitz and Mrs Rees
well.
I should like to thank our parents and carers for their support this term and wish everyone a very
happy Easter.
Ms J Farr—Headteacher
College Vision
Our Vision
We seek to develop a caring Christian community in which we nurture individuals; encourage learning, creativity and endeavour; in-spire all to excel and reach their potential and to help all young learners grow into active and responsible citizens who are able to make a difference in the World.
To make our vision a reality we aim to:
Develop a faith- centred community based on a love of God, neighbour and self.
Create a culture of learning and achievement in which study, enquiry, innovation and aspiration are highly valued
Grow together to be the best that we can be.
Establish an orderly, happy, safe and caring environment in which all members of the College community can
Grow in confidence and self-esteem.
Provide access to a wide and varied curriculum that is appropriate to students’ needs and learning styles.
Support physical, social and emotional growth.
Develop a sense of responsibility and citizenship, and thereby shape the future.
In order to bring about the best we shall:
Provide excellent teaching, in rich and varied learning environments.
Create positive challenges.
Assess students learning and progress and report on this regularly to parents.
Strive to develop an enriching programme of visits and extra curricular activity.
Respond effectively to students pastoral needs.
Develop positive relationships between staff and students.
Promote good attendance.
Build a strong and robust College/parent partnership.
Develop effective links with the Church and wider communities.
Meet and support the needs of ethnic and minority groups.
Celebrate diversities and differences in our community.
Work as a team towards our shared vision.
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Headteacher’s Commendations The following students have received Headteacher’s Commendations and five Community Credits Their achievements and
contribution to the life of our College are highly valued. Those students marked with a * have more than one Commendation.
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Shafi Ahmed Martha Dunster Ameer Khan Alice Rice
Thomas Allies Matthew Dutfield Humaira Khan* Jack Rogers
Amaan Altaf Thomas Fildes Kayleigh Lacroix Shemeka Semple
Lauren Amies-Gardner Mary Fisher* Ben Leason Jessica Sheridan
Penny Ashmore Charlotte Fletcher Alexandra Lee* Ryan Sidhu
Fortune Austin-Ricketts* Luke Ford Chloe Leith Louis Simmons
Joshua Bentley Joseph Fowler Bradley Long Spencer Stanley
Scott Bishop Oliva Fraser-Clark* Aimee Maclachlan James Stevens*
Amber Curtis Casey Homer Katy Morris Kerry Williams
Adam Davies Ieuan Howells Luke Obrey Jamie Williams
Bethany Dickings* Sarah Hudson Oliver Parker* Florence Wood
Jack Dickinson Aaron Hudspith Matthew Parkinson Hallam Wood
Jessica Donaldson Sarah Hull Helainna-Jean Presley Najeedah Yesmin
Megan Done* Benjamin Isaac David Prince
Candy Drinkwater Ethan Jelfs Ashleigh Raymond
Shaun Duffy Charlotte Jones Felix Reeves
Six months ahead of the final examinations in June the early entry examinations results are generally very good and cur-rent attainment will improve further once all have taken their examinations.
The mathematics results (AQA Linear) are from sets 3,4,5, and 6 in the main with a selected few from other sets. Further maths results (Edexcel Modular) are due to arrive in school at the end of April and these will include sets 1 and 2.
There are raw scores from the English Language exam but as there are no current grade boundaries issued from the exam board, we cannot assign grades at this time.
Sophie Tothill Year 9 - Mathematician Extraordinaire
We would like to congratulate Sophie Tothill on some truly amazing examination results. She has now completed 7 out of 8 A Level Modules and is well on course for an A Grade at the end of the year. She also achieved the Best in Year in the Intermediate Maths Challenge and will be getting a Silver Certificate. We are extremely proud of you Sophie - well done.
Early Entry Examination Results
King’s School Partnership goes from Strength to Strength
The flourishing partnership between Bishop Perowne and The King’s School, Worcester has continued to flourish during this academ-
ic year. Students from both schools have enjoyed opportunities and experiences which may not have been on offer without this close
link.
Bishop Perowne students continue to benefit from high quality Latin teaching provided by teachers from the King’s School. This after-
school club is in its second year and five students are currently working towards the successful achievement of a GCSE. The Latin
Club will take on more students during the Summer term and is an excellent addition to an already academically founded core curricu-
lum.
The King’s School and Bishop Perowne Science departments have been working closely to provide opportunities on both sides of the
City. In December, 30 King’s School students came to Bishop Perowne to take part in a lecture by Professor John Wilson, University
of Birmingham, who delivered a fascinating lecture on Particle Physics illustrated by his home made Spark Chamber. Feedback from
both sets of students was very positive and we’re hoping that Professor Wilson might come back in the Summer term to speak about
his time at CERN.
In January, Mr Annis, Bishop Perowne Teacher of Science, organised a Biology challenge afternoon at the King’s School for a group
of Key Stage 3 Bishop Perowne students. Those involved enjoyed the opportunity to work alongside King’s School students in an
environment which stretched each set of learners. Mr Annis will be following this up with a Physics challenge afternoon during the
Summer term.
January also saw Year 7 students Gifted in Maths, accompanied by Ms Ball, go to the King’s School to take part in the Maths Chal-
lenge. The two teams from Bishop Perowne acquitted themselves very well and placed a respectable 2nd and 6th.
During February students from the Bishop Perowne Student Parliament attended a Political Forum with local Government officials,
including Mr Robin Walker, MP. This event provided them with a unique insight into the role of Government and the opportunity to ask
questions which ranged from the panels views on Europe to more local issues in Worcester.
The Spring term also saw Bishop Perowne students steal the show at the King’s School Mock Trial competition where they won the
“Best Magistrates” category. The students grew in confidence during the event and will be well-placed for future Mock Trials.
This Spring, Bishop Perowne student librarians attended a visit at The King’s School by Alex Scarrow, author of the TimeRiders ad-
venture/time travel series of books. Mr Scarrow spoke about his varied and interesting life as a rock guitarist, graphic artist, and video
games designer before he started writing. This opportunity to explore the process of writing and how authors are inspired was hugely
motivating for these enthusiastic readers.
Tim Keyes, Headteacher of The King’s School, delivered a motivating assembly to Bishop Perowne Year 11 students which inspired
them to reach their potential and offered opportunities to those that achieved highly through the King’s School bursaries. These bur-
saries have supported many Bishop Perowne students to attend The King’s School and started a pathway for some to study at a num-
ber of Russell Group Universities. Ms Farr will be delivering an assembly to The King’s School students with a similarly inspirational
and motivational message.
With all of the outstanding opportunities that have taken place for both sets of students there are still more to come before the Sum-
mer term ends including further Curricular links through subject areas aimed at enhancing attainment at both institutions, shared Wor-
ship, fixtures in a range of sports on the shared All-Weather Pitch, and the establishment of a Combined Cadet Force at Bishop
Perowne which will work very closely with the Force at King’s.
Staff and students at both institutions look forward to working in partnership and are committed to ensuring that this reciprocal rela-
tionship enhances the opportunities and achievement of all.
Any parents who would like to discuss the bursary pathway to the King’s Sixth Form should contact Ms Farr on 01905 746800.
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Lizzie Laser Blog One has been incredibly busy this term; making as well as designing new and exciting items. The order for St. Georges Primary School has been fulfilled and as I write, items should be being distributed at schools in; Sassari, Varese, Reinsfeld, Nagykálló, Murska Sabota, Praia da Vitoria, and Carrickmacross. Shushinkai Karate Club held a tournament at Bishop Perowne, and the trophies awarded were designed and produced in house.
Our friends at Gordonstoun – yes HRH Charles Prince of Wales’ old school – have placed another order with us. They have ordered 500 – yes 500 – two part medium sized crosses, and 500 small two part crosses. They have also asked for 50 sets of ‘table-top cricket’ sets which they designed. The crosses alone will take at least seven day to produce – not much time for other development; but, Dave my technician has been expanding ideas for a possible commission with Coughton Court, a National Trust property near Studley in Warwickshire. Objects include; a lidded/castellated box detaining Coughton Courts impressive entrance, small and large tea-lights, a small ‘National Trust’ tea-light, a drinks coaster, a bookmark, and a playing card box with
hinged lid. Developments are also continuing for a local shop who also sells via her website. Small items of jewellery that can be embellished and/or painted include; A Russian doll, a two part jigsaw heart, a friendship puzzle, and some drink coasters.
Who knows what the next few months will bring; one could be producing goods for The National Trust locally or nationally; trophies for another karate/aikido club, bookmarks for a local school or scout troop.
Find out first on our website – watch this space!!!
John Bailey MBE—Memorial Sculpture
The sculpture was inspired by everything that John Bailey stood for, however it encompasses the spirit of Bishop Perowne College. It represents a tree that gives shelter, protection, hope and inspiration and that life will endure. Hidden within it’s branches are the words that reflect Mr Baileys life and the aspirations for all Bishop Perowne’s family.
Enterprise Team
Our Enterprise Team are currently second out of all the schools in South Worcestershire. With
the scores from a recent trade fair and the scores from the report we are currently just below the
company called Wigwam from The King’s School, Worcester. The Enterprise Team will attend a
presentation evening on the 30th April at King’s School.
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Letter from Mr Robin Walker MP regarding An Evening of Music
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Letter from Mr Alan Coombes of NADFAS regarding An Evening of Music
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Arts’ College News
An Evening of Music and Dance - Thursday 21st March.
A grand concert was held in the Bishop Perowne College Theatre on Thursday 21st March 2013. This was to officially launch the
celebrations of the 50th Anniversary of the College and was also a charity concert in support of 'St Richard's Hospice'.
Musicians, singers and dancers from all year groups and some previous students of Bishop Perowne took part in the concert.
Organised by Mrs Miller, our Subject Leader for Music, the concert included everything from one of our resident bands 'Ecnamor'
playing 'Johnny B Goode', through a Jazz Duo to the fabulous voice of past student Kit Windows-Yule who sang a trio of numbers
from the musical Les Miserables - in which he took a lead role just before graduating from Bishop Perowne seven years ago. Other
former students who performed in the concert were Hattie Amos, Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne and Lewis Wood. David King, also a
former student, treated us to a unique piano solo accompanied by an electronic backing track that he himself had composed.
Year 11 Dancers performed two pieces called 'Behind The Glass' and 'Fix You'. Both of the dances been choreographed for their
GCSE examinations and added a further dynamic to an already exciting and diverse programme.
The College Theatre auditorium was completely full and among our special guests were Robin Walker MP, the Mayoress of
Worcester Cllr Rob Adams Chair of the County Council and Cllr Mary Drinkwater.
Further events throughout this year will contribute to our 50th anniversary making this a year to remember.
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Arts’ College News continued Intervention Year 11 GCSE Dance - Monday 11th March 2013 An intervention day was held for pupil premium students in dance allowing them to complete Unit 4B choreography of the GCSE dance course. Each Yr 11 was given dancers from Years 9, 10 and 11 to help them complete the work. With specially prepared infor-mation packs and instructions for each student the sessions ran smoothly with a 100% completion of the aims and objectives of the day. Pageant Wagon Project During Arts Week 2013 and as part of the 50th Anniversary Celebrations of the school, a project to tour a horse drawn medieval pageant wagon around our primary schools, will come to its conclusion. It promises to be an exciting project and one which will involve students of all ages and from across many different arts disciplines. A letter has already been sent out to the Primary Schools inviting them to participate in the project . The aims of the project include:
To design and build a replica medieval pageant wagon.
To tour the wagon, horse drawn, round Primary Schools during Arts Week 2013 - Week beginning 15th July.
To perform an abridged 30 minute version of the 'Everyman' Morality Play.
To involve the Primary School students in developing part of the performance which can be presented, on the pageant wagon stage, as part of the event.
To park the wagon in the Primary School playground and perform to audiences of students and invited parents and guests.
To produce a 'documentary' DVD focusing on the history of the Morality play and on the making of our production. DVD to be left with the Primary Schools as a learning and teaching resource.
Exhibition in the John Bailey Gallery by St Richards Hospice on Saturday, 2nd March.
The John Bailey gallery exhibited a collection of work by patients of St Richards Hospice on Saturday 2nd March, 11am - 3pm. Com-
ments made by visitors were:
‘A brilliant display of work.’
‘Fantastic exhibition – wonderful selection of work.’
‘Lovely, inspiring and creative display.’
‘Great exhibition. It was nice to see my paintings hung.’
‘Thought provoking gems of colour.’
Arts College News continued
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Drama Clubs Two new clubs have started this term as part of the extended day provision. Y7&8 Drama club- students are developing a variety of performance skills, but will be focusing on using 'Our Day Out' by Willy Russell as a scripted performance over the coming weeks. Y9, 10 and 11 Drama project- students are going to be devising a multi-media performance involving film, photography and perfor-mance based on the theme of 'identity' Curriculum Drama Y10 GCSE Drama class are currently putting TIE performances together based on World War Two and Evacuation. These will be presented to one of our feeder primary schools after Easter, with an educational workshop led by the students. Y11 BTEC Performing Arts have been heavily involved in extra-curricular activities within the which has supported their vocational course. They designed and applied the stage make up for 'The Wind in the Willows' as well as forming the stage crew for the duration of the shows. They are currently developing skills in further areas of technical theatre and will design and operate the lighting for the Dance show on 27th March in a few weeks time. Visiting Companies There are visits planned from three different theatre companies in the Summer Term. They will perform to Year 7 and 8 audiences in the College Theatre and work on extended skills with the Specialist Intake Group. The companies are: Vamos Theatre Company - Tuesday 16th April 2013 (Year 7 and The Specialist Intake) 'All Aboard' Theatre Company - 1st May 2013 (Year 7) Konflux Theatre Company - Tuesday 11th June (Specialist Intake Group) Year 11 Rock School The Year 11 Rock School Bands are preparing for their live performance unit culminating in a performance on the evening of Thurs
18th April. There will be four bands, each performing a fifteen minute set.
Malcolm Goldring - Sing UK Malcolm Goldring, the conductor of the Sing UK Faure project will be coming in to College to rehearse specifically with our Chamber Choir in preparation for the concert on 27th April. Worcester College of Technology and Worcester Sixth Form Visits: The Performing Arts Department has developed a lasting and successful relationship with students and staff from both the Sixth Form College and the Worcester College of Technology. Over the past week our Year 7 and 8 students have all seen performances by students from the College and Sixth Form who have visited Bishop Perowne as part of their Performing Arts courses. After each performance our students have taken part in short drama workshops and developed a better understanding of the courses and opportunities offered at post 16. Fine Arts and Photography: St Richard's Hospice held an exhibition of art work in the John Bailey Gallery on Saturday, 2nd March. It was extremely well attended and very successful event. Following several highly successful and oversubscribed glass art workshops for adults - there will be another on Saturday 16th March. A team of Year 10 photographers will soon be selected to visit the premises of Mazak International and take photographs for their latest brochure. This demonstrates the enormous respect and trust placed in our young photographers who have been given a task which carries great responsibility and the need for creative flare. A report and photographs follow.
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The following speeches were made by the candidates for the posts of Head Boy/Head Girl 2013—2014.
Penny Ashmore Since Year 7, I have looked up to the leadership team and hoped that I would have the chance to be head girl one day. I’m asking for your vote because you could trust me to make a huge contribution to college life and make an effort to be a successful head girl. I understand the massive commitment required for this role, I genuinely want to make a difference in school and would take on all responsibilities needed as head girl. So why vote for me? I’d listen to what you have to say. As well as being part of student council, I’d be happy to listen to your suggestions and feedback to Ms Farr and other staff. I’d be committed. I’d put my heart and soul into this job – I know it’s really important, and I’d hope to do as great a job as our current leadership team. If you vote for me, I wouldn’t just attend meetings. I would represent you all and I would remember that first and foremost, I’m a stu-dent, so my objective would be to work for you. Thank you for listening.
Belinda Bailey Ok so I have one minute to talk about why I want to be head girl, but this role isn’t just about me it’s about you and what I can do to make your college life even happier. I know I could promise you a lot of things but let’s be realistic I’m not a magician, but I can make a great cake. I think that this role is a go between, between you and the leadership team and is a way of getting your voice heard and for anyone who knows me I have quite a loud voice and will definitely get you heard. Ms Farr has always said to us that everyone here is old enough and wise enough to make choices and have opinions so why not start now and let me be your voice and let me represent you with my enthusiasm and your support. I cannot dance and cannot sing and I don’t play on a school team; I’m just an ordinary pupil and as such I feel well placed in representing you!
Luke Ford Good morning everyone my name is Luke. This morning I am going to talk to you about why I should be head boy. Although I could offer you everything, I believe it is time for me to give something back to our college as a thank you gesture. If I was to become head boy I would like to get the pupils more involved in college life and give them more a voice throughout college. I believe our college is like a ladder we are all different parts of the ladder for example the teachers are at the bottom and give us guidance and support through our college life. I feel if I was to become head boy I will help us to flourish and grow the ladder further. I have the compassion as my attendance is high and a great ability to work hard. I realise that, being head boy isn’t about being better than anyone else. It’s about having the trust of the students so I can represent you honestly and with enthusiasm, whenever called upon. I would like to be able to leave the school in a years time with my head held high and know I have achieved something I wanted and inspired the next generation as Mo Farah did. Please vote for me because I believe it will strengthen us to be the best that we can be.
Head Boy/Head Girl Elections 2013
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Head Boy/Head Girl Elections 2013 Lydia Hand I could talk to you and tell you all my reasons why I want to become head girl however I only have one minute. The college is similar to a sign, a sign gives you a sense of direction of where you want to go, our college leads you to whatever di-rection you choose. I work hard, for me it’s about believing in myself. It is a challenge, something different, something new to me, but I am willing to try my best. This is something I would never think I could be doing because honestly I am quite shy. I would want to represent the school with enthusiasm and determination, also to share new ideas and to interact with students to come up with further ideas. Thank you for listening.
Leigh Hewitt Hi, I’m Leigh. I have just one minute to tell you my reasons for applying to be head girl. As a lot of you know, I really love netball and through netball I have worked as part of a team, so as head girl I would work well with the leadership team, to make good choices, and important decisions. I also feel I have valuable skills in leadership and communication. For head girl, you need a leader, someone who can organise and manage situations, which I know I am capable of doing. I will communicate with all students, so everyone’s opinions are heard. This is why I really want to be your head girl – and I will listen to your ideas and make a difference to school life. Connor King I would like to be head boy because I want to make a difference in the future and to make a difference in the future I have make a difference now. A good analogy of this would be one of building a wall. The most important part of a wall is its foundations, the base layer dug into the ground and filled with concrete; the next layers consisting of primary and secondary school; followed by college and university; which, in turn, supports work and employment and career. Each layer provides the base for the next, and the mortar holding them together consists of our teachers, friends and family. Without the lower layers or this mortar holding them together, the wall would fall apart or get blown over. Making small, maybe unnoticed decisions now could make a bigger difference in the future. So I leave you with this message: Instead of saying ‘you’re wrong’. Ask yourself ‘am I right?’ Challenge yourself before you challenge others, and remember that the most important things are often hidden.
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Head Boy/Head Girl Elections 2013
Chloe Matthews Anyone that knew me in primary school will know that I couldn’t talk to teachers, or any adults for that matter, until Year 3. My confi-dence improved in years 5 and 6 and I ended up singing solo songs in productions. It seems to me, that since then, by being in this school, my confidence levels have really shot up, and I want to give something back for that. My second reasons for wanting to be head girl is that it would be a great opportunity to lead and support others. In year 8, 9 and 10 I’ve led year 2’s at the Gymnastics Festival. I feel really privileged to be trusted with responsibilities like these. With supporting oth-ers, I’ve been a peer mentor since year 8. As head girl, I would get a lot more responsibility and a lot more opportunities to support others. Third reason, not my last but keeping it short and sweet, I think being head girl would be an extremely enjoyable thing to do. I had high aspirations when I started this school and a place on the head boy/girl team was one of them. I’m very determined to achieve all the goals I set myself. Erinn Melville Hello, as most of you will know, my name is Erinn Melville. Throughout my time here at the college I have frequently admired the work the leadership teams have done over the years and it has often occurred to me that this was something I wanted to be a part of; changing the school in order to make it a better place for not only future students but those moving up through the years. You may think that the role of head girl involves them having power over other mere mortals, however I consider this not to be the case. I believe the role of head girl entitles the responsibility to get students more involved in the running of the school and giving the student body a voice. I trust this is a challenging responsibility but I am willing to strive to achieve it. So that in one minute was why I want to be head girl, thank you. Georgia Robinson I want to give a voice to those who don’t believe that they have one because I know the importance that every member of the student body should be able to have a say in the running of this college. It is important that every aspect of school life is accessible to all stu-dents. While I am head girl I will work with teachers to get them to make their lesson plans even more engaging, interactive and a fun environment to be in by using even more practical lessons and multiple methods of teaching. These could include guest speakers, role plays and visits outside of the college. I will work on fundraising events for both the school and for charities. I hope we can pro-vide the school with funds to improve equipment and to provide more interesting events for lessons. Make me your head girl and I promise I will take everyone’s opinion into account and so we can achieve our goal to be the best that we can be. Following voting by both students, staff and formal interviews, the current Team have recommended the following appointments to Ms Farr: Congratulations to all the students who participated and thank you to all students The new Student Leadership Team are to lead their first full College Act of Collective Worship on Wednesday, 27th March 2013.
Student Post
Penny Ashmore Head of College
Leigh Hewitt Head of College
Luke Ford Deputy Head of College
Chloe Matthews Deputy Head of College
Erinn Melville Deputy Head of College
Belinda Bailey Assistant Head of College
Lydia Hand Assistant Head of College
Connor King Assistant Head of College
Georgia Robinson Assistant Head of College
Brandon Tilley Assistant Head of College
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We still can’t believe that our time in office has almost ended. It seems only yesterday that the college year was
beginning and we were getting into our new roles as head boy and head girl. Now it’s time for us to hand over this
responsibility to a new leadership team.
The process started with us leading a short assembly to the current Year 10’s. We emphasised the point that you do not
change yourself to fit the role, but that you mould it to fit yourself. With this in mind, the year was offered to fill out an
application form if they showed an interest in applying. We told our own experiences to encourage them to take the step.
After two weeks, we read through the applications and were pleasantly surprised by all of the skills and attributes that
each applicant already had. As a result, we invited them to do a 1 minute speech to their year group on the subject of
‘Why I would like to be Head Boy or Head Girl.’ They were very inspiring and we were very impressed by what each
person wanted to say. The year 10’s and teachers then voted for the candidate they thought would fit the role the best.
The next step for the applicants was to lead an Act of Collective Worship in front of the school in small groups. The
theme of the Act of Collective Worship was ‘Most inspirational person of our time.’ All of the applicants from the speech
to the year 10’s were split into two groups of three and one group of four. In these groups each applicant showed
determination and dedication by spending time after school with each other and our team to research their inspirational
person and plan the Act of Collective Worship. Throughout this stage our team monitored each group plan and the great
teamwork within their groups. On Wednesday their hard work and courage showed when they lead a successful and
inspiring Act of Collective Worship to the school.
On the same day, each group were allocated a time for a Formal interview with Ms Farr, Miss Tyler and us, the current
Head boys and Head girls. After this Formal interview they also had an informal chat with some of our team so they
could get to know the applicants. In the interviews the applicants were asked questions on their performance in the
group stage and on some of the roles they would have to do as Head boy or Head girl. Each person showed their
personal touch to the role of Head boy and Head girl in what they wanted to achieve.
After all the interviews were done, we met up with our team doing the informal chat and discussed our thoughts. Each
applicant was careful considered one by one in which role would suit them in the leadership team. Still after an hour had
passed we had not decided on the formation we wanted for the next year’s team. Ms Farr throughout the process gave
us advice on what steps to take in decided, but never gave her judgement on any of the applicants. She suggested that
we take half an hour to think on our own about each applicant and to return and make our decision. After the time we
(the current Head girls and Head boys) returned to Ms Farr’s office to make the final decision.
At the end of the day all of the applicants were invited to reception to hear the decision of next year’s leadership team.
All excited to hear the decision we announced the role’s the candidates had achieved.
We wish to congratulate every applicant in their effort shown during the process. We know that each of them will do an amazing job
next year, proving that they got their role for a reason.
Message from Head Boys/Head Girls
Worcestershire Youth Elections
It is with great pleasure that we announce that Millie Gaffey (Year 9) was elected to represent Worcester City on the Youth Cabinet.
Millie will represent Worcester City with two other elected members. Over 5000 young people voted in the elections which equates to
a 14% turnout. Congratulations to Mille.
Worship Team News
This term has been exciting in a number of ways. We have recruited new members to our team and have representatives from all year groups, with a growing number of year 7 students. The team is fluid and changes every year as we lose our Year 11 students, their input and guidance will really be missed but we have some excellent new members who will continue their hard work.
We have successful organised our forth trip to Polzeath to visit the Tube Station (a Christian Café/Church), as in the previous two years, we shall lead their Worship session. This is a real honour and just another example of the impact that the Worship team have upon everyone that they meet.
We have once again been invited to lead an Act of Collective Worship to be broadcast on Radio Hereford and Worcester later in the year.
Mr S Bethel—Worship Leader
This academic year, Bishop Perowne is unique in making Acts of Collective Worship accessible to all Muslim students each Friday. During these Acts of Collective Worship, a myriad of topics have been discussed and shared with those in attendance, with the aim being to provide a sound spiritual, moral, cultural and social footing to all of the Muslim students in the college. The topics discussed during Friday Prayers have included 'the importance of charity', 'how your behaviour impacts on others', 'the power of knowledge' & 'respecting parents and peers'. Male and female students are encouraged to participate in these prayers and each Friday a student is selected to read the 'call to prayer'. Every Muslim student on roll is encouraged to attend these Prayers. A laminated prayer pass is available to these students to collect from myself and enables students to attend Friday Prayers from 12.45 - 1.20pm every Friday, with the consent of their teachers. I hope that these Prayers can continue to be a positive spiritual activity for our Muslim students and help them to become the best they can be. Mr O Elmougy
Friday Prayers
Mathematics Department News
On the 7th February 2013 set 1 in Year 9,10 and 11 participated in the UKMT Immediate Mathematic Challenge the aim
of which is to advance the education of children and young people in mathematics. This challenge consists of 25 multi-
ple choice questions to be answered in one hour, with the top 40% nationally being awarded a bronze, silver or gold
award.
Our college achieved an outstanding success gaining 23 separate awards altogether. 12 Bronze, 9 Silver and 2 Gold
awards across the three year groups.
Pupils were also awarded best in each year, Sophie Tothill wining best in Year 9, Michael Gillard best in year 10, and
Michael King best in year 11. Overall the Best in school award was given to Michael King with an excellent score of 105.
The Mathematics department would like to congratulate all the pupils who took part and look forward to the junior
mathematics challenge taking place on the 25th April 2013.
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Order of Service—Easter Eucharist Thursday, 28th March 2013 Welcome
As is traditional in many churches at the start of Holy Week, everyone will be offered a palm cross which will then be blessed at the
beginning of the Service.
Opening Music
Ms Farr, Headteacher, welcomes everyone to the service.
Blessing of the Palm Crosses
Lord Jesus Christ
you transformed this world by your grace
and redeemed us by your love;
let these palms be for us signs of your gracious love
and give us the courage to follow in your footsteps
and to proclaim you as Lord and King,
to the glory of God the Father.
All Amen.
The Prologue is read
Saying Sorry
This reflective prayer is read by Millie Gaffey
God of dirty hands and tired feet,
taking people as they come,
kneeling and healing,
touching where others turn away,
forgive us when we want to be too clean.
Forgive us when we despise life
for the messy business it is.
If we are too proud to own up to our brokenness,
if we keep hidden what needs refreshment,
how can you care for us?
You can care – and this is how:
when we are ready to move
from distance to involvement,
from intent to touch,
then you will wash the feet
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that tire on rocky roads;
you will care and heal beyond our expectation.
Thanks be to God.
All Amen.
David Coleman (from Eggs and Ashes, Wild Goose Publications)
The Collect
The Theme Prayer for today is read by Harriet Hardwick
Lord Jesus Christ,
you called your disciples to go forward with you
on the way to the cross.
Since you first walked that road
countless millions have followed you.
In all that we do as your disciples,
save us from false familiarity with your journey.
May we never presume to step into your shoes,
but make a small enough to fit our own,
and to walk in love and wonder behind you.
All Amen.
(from Eggs and Ashes, Wild Goose Publications)
The Reading
Shaun Duffy read from The Street Bible: John’s Gospel (Chapter 13, verses 3-15)
Jesus knows his Dad has delegated everything to him and supplied the resources to make everything possible. He also knows he is on a two-way ticket from heaven and that the return trip is about to leave. So he gets up from the table, takes off his jacket, rolls up his sleeves and puts a need towel round his waist. He pours water into a bowl and, one by one, washes the team’s dirty, sweaty feet and dries them with the towel.
Pete's next in line and he can't quite handle it: ‘boss, no way you're washing my feet, surely?’
Jesus answers, ‘You can't take it in right now. But one day you’ll get it.’
‘No way!’ says Pete. ‘I'm not having you wash my feet.’
‘If I don't, you’re not part of it all,’ says Jesus.
‘OK, then wash me head to toe. I'm in – totally!’
When he's finished all twelve (including Judas Iscariot!), He explains…
‘If I've washed your stinking feet and I'm your boss, your mentor, your coach, then you've got to wash each other's feet. As ever, I'm not asking you to do something I wouldn't do. I'm your example – so copy me: get washing!
A short Reflection on the Gospel Reading follows.
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Order of Service—Easter Eucharist Thursday, 28th March 2013
The Prayers
The prayers are led by Florence Wood and Clara Dunster
Remove the shoes from your feet, for the place on which you are standing is holy ground.
As a prayerful and symbolic action, the congregation are invited to take off their shoes and to stand for the prayers of intercession.
O God, who knows all the struggles and sufferings of your people, hear us as we pray for our school and for com-munities near to us and far away; especially for places where hope seems hard to find, self-worth so easily crushed, and where so many live with fear and loneliness, suspicion and rejection. Help all who work to heal the pain of our communities.
O God, who cares for each one of your people, we pray for all who work to build community in our city of Worcester; through youth work, night shelters, day centres, lunch clubs, community projects, training programs, Street Pastors, soup kitchens. Give courage to all who work together for your kingdom of justice, peace and love.
O God, who in Jesus suffered humiliation and violence and yet who overcame even death, hear our prayer for those who struggle daily against racism, violence, poverty and homelessness, yet retain their dignity and continue to live with hope.
O Christ, you wept for the city you loved and longed that it would be a place of peace. Give us that same compas-sion for the places in which we live. Help us to build places of joy and communities of hope.
Holy God, in this school and in our city, your people walk in faith and hope. Come walk with us. Lead us in paths of righteousness; come, create holy ground beneath our feet.
(adapted from Holy Ground, Wild Goose Publications)
The Peace
After a short introduction by a minister, as the Christian Family gathered to meet with God, we welcome each other with a handshake
and by exchanging the words “Peace be with you”
In the tender mercy of our God,
the dayspring from on high shall break upon us,
to give light to those who dwell in darkness
and in the shadow of death
and to guide our feet into the way of peace.
The Peace of the Lord be always with you.
All And also with you.
The Offertory
The altar is made ready with the bread and wine. Fortune Austin Ricketts and Alice Chevalier will assist the preparation.
The Communion Prayer
The prayer is introduced with the following exchange:
The Lord be with you
All And also with you
Lift up your hearts
All We lift them to the Lord
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God
All It is right to give thanks and praise
Lord of all life,
you created the universe,
where all living things reflect your glory.
You give us this great and beautiful earth,
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to discover and to cherish.
You give us your love,
even when things go wrong.
Jesus knew hurt and pain.
Through him you wipe away our tears,
and fill us with your peace.
You made us all, each wonderfully different,
to join with the angels
and sing your praise:
Holy, holy, holy Lord,
All Holy, holy, holy Lord,
God of power and might,
All God of power and might,
heaven and earth are full
All heaven and earth are full
are full of your glory.
All are full of your glory.
Hosanna in the highest.
All Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is the one who comes
All Blessed is the one who comes
in the name of the Lord
All in the name of the Lord
Hosanna in the highest.
All Hosanna in the highest.
Hosanna in the highest.
We thank you, loving Father,
because, when we turned away,
you sent Jesus, your Son.
He gave his life for us on the cross
and shows us the way to live.
Send your Holy Spirit
that these gifts of bread and wine
may be for us Christ's body and his blood.
Great is the mystery of faith:
All Christ has died:
Christ is risen:
Christ will come again.
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Order of Service—Easter Eucharist Thursday, 28th March 2013 On the night before he died,
when darkness had fallen,
Jesus took bread.
He gave thanks, broke it,
and shared it with his disciples, saying:
'This is my body, given for you.
Do this to remember me.'
After they had eaten, he took the cup of wine,
gave thanks, and shared it with his disciples, saying:
'This is my blood, poured out for you and for many,
for the forgiveness of sins.'
So Father, with this bread and this cup
we celebrate his love, his death, his risen life.
As you feed us with these gifts,
send your Holy Spirit,
and change us more and more
to be like Jesus our Saviour.
Help us, Father, to love one another,
as we look forward to that day
when suffering is ended,
and all creation is gathered in your loving arms.
And now with [N and] all your saints
we give you glory,
through Jesus Christ,
in the strength of the Spirit,
today and for ever.
All Amen.
The Minister then introduces the Lord’s Prayer then says the opening words “Our Father who art in Heaven” and all are invited to join
in the rest of the prayer.
The bread is broken for sharing, with the following words:
We break this bread to share in the Body of Christ
All Though we are many we are one body
For we all share in the one bread
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All are then invited take communion or to come forward for a Blessing (there will by musical accompaniment at this time).
Final Reading
The following poem is read by Hallam Wood
One night I dreamed
I was walking along the beach with the Lord.
Many scenes from my life flashed across the sky.
In each scene I noticed footprints in the sand.
Sometimes there were two sets of footprints,
other times there were one set of footprints.
This bothered me because I noticed
that during the low periods of my life,
when I was suffering from
anguish, sorrow or defeat,
I could see only one set of footprints.
So I said to the Lord,
"You promised me Lord,
that if I followed you,
you would walk with me always.
But I have noticed that during
the most trying periods of my life
there have only been one
set of footprints in the sand.
Why, when I needed you most,
you have not been there for me?"
The Lord replied,
"The times when you have
seen only one set of footprints,
is when I carried you."
Mary Stevenson
Blessing
A prayer of blessing is said.
Dismissal
Ms Farr, Headteacher, ‘Go Forth into the World’
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Term Dates—2012—2013 AUTUMN TERM 2012
TERM STARTS Wednesday, 5th September 2012
HALF TERM Monday, 29th October – Friday, 2nd November 2012
TERM ENDS Thursday, 20th December 2012
SPRING TERM 2013
TERM STARTS Tuesday, 8th January 2013
HALF TERM Monday, 18th February – Friday, 22nd February 2013
TERM ENDS Thursday, 28th March 2013
SUMMER TERM 2013
TERM STARTS Tuesday, 16th April 2013
HALF TERM Monday, 27th May – Friday, 31st May 2013
TERM ENDS Wednesday, 24th July 2013
Good Friday Friday, 29th March 2013
Easter Monday Monday, 1st April 2013
May Day Monday, 6th May 2013
Spring Bank Holiday Monday, 27th May 2013
Teacher Education Days
Monday, 3rd September 2012
Tuesday, 4th September 2012
Friday, 26th October 2012
Monday, 7th January 2013
Monday, 15th April 2013
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AUTUMN TERM 2013
TERM STARTS Wednesday, 4th September 2013
HALF TERM Monday, 28th October – Friday, 1st November 2013
TERM ENDS Friday, 20th December 2013
SPRING TERM 2014
TERM STARTS Tuesday, 7th January 2014
HALF TERM Monday, 17th February – Friday, 21st February 2014
TERM ENDS Friday, 11th April 2014
SUMMER TERM 2014
TERM STARTS Tuesday, 29th April 2014
HALF TERM Monday, 26th May – Friday, 30th May 2014
TERM ENDS Friday, 18th July 2014
Good Friday Friday, 18th April 2014
Easter Monday Monday, 21st April 2014
May Day Monday, 5th May 2014
Spring Bank Holiday Monday, 26th May 2014
Teacher Education Days
Monday, 2nd September 2013
Tuesday, 3rd September 2013
Friday, 25th October 2013
Monday, 6th January 20014
Monday, 28th April 2014
Term Dates 2013—2014
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Programme from the Evening of Music—21st March 2013
Thursday, 21st March 2013
Bishop Perowne Theatre—7.00pm
To Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of
Bishop Perowne College
and in aid of
St Richard’s Hospice
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Freddie Lockett and Jakob Terry
‘Take Five’
Alto Sax and Drum Duet
(Eva Trim and Jess Meadows
‘Only Love’ by Ben Howard
Acoustic Guitar and Vocals
Mary Fisher
‘On My Own’ – Les Miserables
Vocal solo
Hannah Surridge
‘Hallelujah’
Keyboard.
The Smurfs
‘Give Me Love’ by Ed Sheeran
Acoustic and Bass Guitar and Vocals
Laura Beth Hardwick and Rebecca Price
‘Behind The Glass’
Dance Duet
Rachel Wakefield
‘Tambourin’
Flute solo.
Avril Brown
‘Love The Way You Lie’
Vocal solo
David King
'Whistler'
Piano Solo
Alexandra Lee
'Swinging Shepherd Blues’
Clarinet Solo
Kit Windows-Yule
'Pilate's Dream' from 'Jesus Christ Superstar'.
Accompanied by Hattie Amos.
College Choir
‘Run’ by Snow Patrol
The Programme For The Evening
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Programme from the Evening of Music—21st March 2013 Ecnamor
‘Johnny B Goode’
Full Band and Vocals
Eden Openshaw
‘Closest Thing To Crazy’ by Katie Melua
Vocal and Keyboard
Kit Windows-Yule and Hattie Amos
‘Suddenly Seymour’ - Little Shop of Horrors
William Simmons
‘He's A Pirate’ - from ‘Pirates of The Caribbean'
Piano Solo
Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne and Lewis Wood
'Grumbling Old Man'
Fiddle and Melodian Duet
Jonathan Tayler and Laura Beth Hardwick
‘Fix You’
Dance Duet
Cameron Barnes and Matthew Parkinson
‘Feeling Sorry’ by Paramore
Acoustic Guitar and Vocal
Penny Ashmore
'True Colours'
Vocal with Harp
Kit Windows-Yule
'Bring Him Home' and 'Stars' from Les Miserables
Accompanied by Hattie Amos
____________
In The Foyer - Year 9 GCSE Ensemble
Theatre Pre-Show—Eleanor Lee and Martha Dunster—Flute Duets
There will be an interval of 20 minutes.
We should be delighted if you would join
us for refreshments in the College Restaurant.
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Bishop Perowne College – 50 Years
Bishop Perowne Church of England Secondary School was opened on Monday, 9 th September 1963 under
the leadership of Mr D G Hopkin. 275 pupils and 13 members of staff joined him at the opening of the
school which was marked by a Service at St George’s Church.
Within the first term pupils had participated in a number of activities including sports tournaments, a visit to
Cadbury’s Chocolate Factory and attended a concert by the Birmingham Symphony Orchestra.
In March 1964 pupils started a long tradition of supporting local charities by collecting the sum of twenty
pounds, eight shillings and seven pence for the Lantern Appeal, which was donated to the Children’s Union.
In the school’s fifty year history Bishop Perowne’s pupil numbers have increased and our commitment to the
personal and spiritual development to our community together with our ethos of love and care for self and
others has grown. We strive to bring about the best in all with our tradition of offering a robust academic
core curriculum balanced by an unequalled range of enrichment activities which have grown from strength to
strength.
With Thanks To:
You—Our Audience
All students of Bishop Perowne, both past and
present, who have taken part this evening.
Our patient and supportive parents to whom we are most grateful!
Lucy Miller—Subject Leader for Music
Greg Clarke—Technical Director
To all those who have supported the evening in so many ways.
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Ski Tour—February 2013 On the morning of Friday 15th February, forty students and four teaching staff met at the front of college, ready to board our coach for the twenty-four hour marathon journey to Austria and the 2013 Bishop Perowne ski tour. The journey, though undeniably a bit of an endurance test, is still an integral part of the trip and this year passed very smoothly.
Arriving in resort on Saturday, we made our way straight to the ski hire shop to collect our equipment for the week. For twenty-one students and one member of staff (Mr Hodgkins!) this was their first direct encounter with skis, ski-boots and poles. Trying to work out how to do up a ski boot is relatively challenging at the best of times, let alone after a coach journey of that length. However, everyone was successfully kitted out and we proceeded to the Hotel Kern in Radfeld, our home for the week. This is a family run hotel which happens to be exactly the right size for our tour group, meaning that we have the luxury of sole occupancy. The accommodation is clean and comfortable and, even more importantly, the
food is tasty and plentiful! All in all an excellent base for a week’s skiing.
The first day on the snow was Sunday, when we travelled to Söll. This resort is perfect for a group such as ours as it has a wide range of slopes to suit all abilities. Even the most experienced skiers have to start by re-gaining their ski legs though. The students and staff were split amongst five ski groups, each led by one of our fantastic Ski Astons instructors. Three of the groups were beginners’ groups, with the fourth having had one or two weeks’ experience and the fifth ‘top’ group having had between three and ten weeks’ previous experience. All of the beginners’ groups made astounding progress on that first day, meaning that we were able to progress immediately to the resort of Scheffau on Monday and for the rest of the week.
Scheffau is rather different to Söll in that before you put your skis on, you first have to travel in a gondola to the top of the mountain, an altitude of 1650m. In old money, that’s a mile high! The views from the top are stunning and are enough to inspire even the least confident skier to want to learn how to con-
quer the surrounding pistes. Sure enough, by the end of the week, every single skier was successfully moving around the resort, with all showing fantastic progress over the course of the week. Obviously, the challenges each group were presented with varied somewhat in scale. For some, it was mastering the button lifts and T-bars that caused the most is-sues. For others, it was genuinely challenging (and really very steep) red slopes, made all the more perilous at times by unexpected patches of ice.
In spite of all this, the students and staff threw themselves head-on into the evening enter-tainments each day. These included Austrian bowling, a traditional Tyrolean evening, a quiz and swimming, all culminating in the last night disco at the Whisky Mühle nightclub in Söll. Quite how everyone had the energy for this remains a mystery. However, there was absolutely no doubt that of the six Ski Astons schools present, Bishop Perowne owned the dance floor from start to finish. The only real indication of the slowly accumulating fatigue during the week was the speed with which the students fell asleep each night – and also the difficulty the staff had in waking them in the mornings!
By lunchtime on the last day, the week had passed without any sig-nificant incident or injury, meaning that we were on the verge of breathing a sigh of relief. Sadly it was not to be, when one of our students lost control and skied into the side of a lift station. This resulted in Bishop Perowne ski tour’s first ever airlift by helicopter air ambulance. Thankfully, the student’s injuries were con-fined to a broken collarbone – a clear lesson in the value of ski helmets. How-ever, he was not allowed to leave hospital that day, in spite of us being due to begin the coach journey back to Calais that evening. This meant that both the student and Mr Hodgkins had to be left behind in Austria until the hospital gave them the all clear. They eventually got home about twenty-four hours after the rest of the group, having flown in from Salzburg.
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Ski Tour—February 2013 continued …. My sincere thanks to Mr Hodgkins who dealt with this admirably, in spite of it being his first ever flight!
Although this was an unfortunate accident, it demonstrated very effectively that all the safety management systems put in place by Ski Astons, our insurance company and also the College itself worked seamlessly and smoothly.
The rest of the group boarded the coach at about 8.00pm on the Friday evening for the night journey back to Calais. This is undoubtedly the quietest school coach journey in exist-ence as the entire party quickly settle down to catch up on the sleep they’ve missed during the week. Again, this jour-ney went extremely smoothly, not least due to the skill and professionalism of our two drivers from Golden Pioneer coaches in Hereford. We eventually reached Worcester on Saturday evening, where families and friends were waiting
in the cold to welcome everyone home.
Once again, huge credit must go to all our students for their exemplary behaviour everywhere they went. They genuinely were superb ambassadors for the college, drawing complimentary comments from all those with whom they came into contact. My thanks to all of them for their behaviour, motivation, sense of humour and com-pany during the week. In addition, my thanks to Miss Sharma and Mr Hodgkins for their dedication and commitment, but also to Mrs Thompson, who stepped in with just one week’s notice to come on the trip. This was to take the place of Mrs Boulter, who was una-ble to come on the trip at the last minute. Sadly, this meant that Mrs Boulter missed her last ever Bishop Perowne ski tour. However, I’m certain that she and everyone else who has been on a Bishop Perowne ski tour with Astons will hold a whole host of memories dear to their hearts for many years to come.
Mr J Manship
Magistrates Mock Trial Competition I am delighted to announce that our students won the trophy for the best bench of Magistrates in this year’s Magistrate’s Mock trial
competition. This is a real accomplishment and demonstrates how much our students have learnt throughout the process of preparing
for the competition.
This success is made all the more impressive by the fact that we have now won this trophy two years in a row!
The local organiser of the competition commented:
“It is amazing what you achieve ……. and it’s a real credit to the hard work and commitment that you and your students have put in to
the competition”
For those of you who are unfamiliar with this competition, it is set around a fictional case that students must unpack themselves in
order to prepare a case for the prosecution and a case for the defence. There are many roles within the team from lawyers to legal
advisor and from witnesses to court usher.
The team this year comprised of Jamie Williams, Paisley Carr, Humaira Khan, Ben Isaac, Georgia Surridge, Jade Cox, Jess Sheridan,
Craig Strachan and Alex Lee.
In the first round our prosecution team took on the defence team for Bewdley and after a very impressive performance by our lawyers
who ripped the defence’s case to pieces the defendant was found guilty.
In the second round our defence team took on the prosecution team from Lacon Childe School. The
prosecution team were very aggressive in their questioning of the witnesses but regardless our stu-
dents did not buckle and kept their nerve in what was a really challenging situation for them.
Overall this has been a terrific experience for our students who have grown in confidence as a result.
Not only have they gained knowledge of the judicial system in this country, they have also gained a
number of transferable skills that will be of real benefit to them in the future. Also perhaps most im-
portantly, the students thoroughly enjoyed themselves and would have loved the whole experience.
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Sports Department News Worcestershire School Games Our sports students were heavily involved in the School Games on the 28th February. Students from the College were asked to take on leadership roles to help the younger age groups in addition to Adam Biddle in Year 7 running in the Cross Country finals and 3 of our Badminton teams (year 9 boys and girls and year 11 girls). It was a great day for the pupils with over 500 children entering all of the competitions in different age groups. Binny Ali and Harry King officiated the Badminton tournament and proved to be excellent in their roles Abbey Underwood and Sophie Eastwood officiated the Boccia tournament at the University and again did a great job Results Year 9 boys Will Garrad, Jamie Hathaway, Ross Page, Steve Day, Sam Hasnip V North Bromsgrove lost 2-3 V Prince Henry's lost 0-5 Year 9 Girls Emma Fletcher, Katie Hawkins, Elodie Bonnick, Bethany Steele V Prince Henry's won 5-0 V Bromsgrove School won 4 -1 Semi final V Chantry won 4-1 Final V Woodrush lost 2-3 Year 11 girls Jordan Blake, Kaylee Cole, Lucy Berry, Abigail Whitehouse V Prince Henry's won 4-1 V Bromsgrove School won 4-1 V Wood Rush semi final won 3-2 V Malvern St James final lost 0-4 The success in the Badminton can be traced back to the huge numbers of students who come to club on a Monday after School. 'Participation to reach Potential' Adam Biddle ran brilliantly for Worcester City and came 4th in the County Cross Country Year 7 Rugby V Tudor Grange won 50-0 The boys put in another very strong performance and dominated the match from start to finish.
The forwards were too strong at the breakdown and we consistently won possession of the
ball in good attacking areas. Our backs led by Sam Sowden supported each other and passed
the ball with good speed and accuracy. We now lie top of the league with 2 wins from 2
games
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Sports Department News continued ….. Year 9 Rugby Results Midlands 7's Tournament at Bromsgrove School V King Edwards lost 0-15 V Blessed Edwards lost 0-25 V Windsor drew 15-15 V Bromsgrove School lost 5-35 Year 7 Football V Tudor Grange Won 4-1 A really strong performance from the boys. The goals were scored by Aston Howard. Harry Kendall, Brandon Schyma, Sam Sowden.
Girls Football
On a very wet night our under 16 girls team played against Droitwich High School. This game was important as the league title was at
stake. By half time the girls were winning comfortably by 4 goals and continued to play well in the second half. Droitwich managed to
pull a goal back right at the end but it was a comfortable win for the girls who are still unbeaten this season.
Team Emily Burton (Captain), Abbie Laker, Abbie Fallon-Wilson, Nicole Le Poivenden, Emily Studholme, Casi Homer and Lauren
Amis-Gardener
The under 14 team played a friendly match indoors. Despite loosing by 10 goals to 7 they played well together as a team with an
excellent performance from Captain Meg Gardener who scored all the goals.
Team Meg Gardener (Captain) Emily Malin, Zoe Malin, Ellie Howard, Beth Steele, Claudia Taylor, Millie Mayor and Kayleigh Keeling.
Under 12 City Netball Tournament
This was held on Mon 11th March in sub zero temperatures or at least it felt like it!! The girls arrived at Blessed Edwards ready and
keen to take part in their first netball tournament. It seemed only fair to play all of the girls who have been coming on a regular basis to
our college netball club and so we had a large squad. As it was so cold we kept on making regular substitutions to keep warm. The
girls were unlucky in some games only loosing by 1 or 2 goals and they eventually secured a well deserved win against St Marys.
Well done to the following girls who were a credit to the college. A special mention also to Tia Teague a year 11 student who umpired
Amelia Turberfield, Zoe Maiden and Olivia Fraser—Clarke.
Year 11 Football
v Christopher Whitehead won 5-3
The boys put in an excellent performance to beat a team we have found difficult in the past. We dominated the game in the midfield and strolled to a 4-0 lead. A late come back flattered the opposition but we went onto win at a canter.
Goals came from Paul Chapman, Kyle Pugh, Lewis Smallman and Jamie Smith.
Year 10 University Football Tournament
On the 19th March the Year 10 football team travelled to the University to participate in a football tournament. The tournament
featured five teams including ourselves; Blessed Edwards, Nunnery Wood, Tudor Grange & Chantry. The Year 10 boys did extremely
well and ended up winning the tournament without loosing a game.
Our results:
Bishops 1 Blessed Edwards 0 (goal scorer Charlie Tomlinson)
Bishops 1 Nunnery Wood 0 (goal scorer Jack Passey)
Bishops 1 Tudor Grange 0 (goal scorer Tom Jeynes)
Bishops 0 Chantry 0
Matt Sowden, Will Henshall, Charlie Tomlinson, Jack Passey, Harry King, Oliver Biddle, Kieran Burns and Tom Jeynes.
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Sports Department News continued …..
Football Results
Year 10 v Blessed Edwards lost 4-1 Bailey Fuller scoring our only goal
Year 7 v Blessed Edwards won 2-1 Adam Biddle and Sam Sowden scoring to win the match for our boys.
Rugby Results
The Year 10 team competed in a Rugby 7’s Tournament on the 22nd March, although we did not play many games the boys played really well.
RGS 27—0 Bishop Perowne
South Bromsgrove 19 – 14 Bishop Perowne
Blessed Edwards 17 – 14 Bishop Perowne
Prince Henry’s 10 – 26 Bishop Perowne
Well done to all concerned,
The Year 11 Community Parliament Leadership Team concluded their duties with a spectacularly successful day of activities for
Comic Relief, 2013.
To begin the day, the Year 11 leaders organised and delivered a engaging assembly that was both poignant and fun. The highlight
was the ‘Do Something Funny for Money’ film montage that had been pre-recorded. This included a Bishop Perowne College version
of the current dance craze ‘Harlem Shake.’ Students were entertained by the student band ‘Daeh Matrix’ in the Theatre at lunchtime
who performed many hits from the 1980’s including ‘Living on a Prayer’ with frontman Dan Hooper putting on a show to remember.
Students also raised funds through: non-uniform donations; collecting change on Community Red Noses; a fabulous Bake Sale
organised by Year 7 students and through ‘Comic Relief goes to our Head’ hairstyles, wigs and hats.
The day was enjoyed by all students and raised over £1000.00 for Comic relief. The Community Leaders and Mrs Stevens in
particular, would like to give their heartfelt thanks to the current Year 11 Leaders who have proved to be adept organisers and full of
wonderful ideas; they will truly be a hard act to follow but we are sure that the current Year 10 will supply us with leaders who can
build on their fabulous work next year.
The Community Leaders
Comic Relief—15th March 2013—Community Event
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‘Snow Line’ In the event of inclement weather and school is forced to close we shall notify the following organisations:
Radio Wyvern
BBC Hereford and Worcester
BRMB
Heart FM
The Bear
A notice will also appear on the College website (www.bishopperowne.co.uk) and a text will be sent to all parents/carers, please ensure that we have your up to date contact telephone numbers.
OPEN TUESDAY
All parents/carers are reminded
‘Open Tuesday’ Every Tuesday between 3.00 pm-4.00 pm
A chance to meet with a member of the Senior Leadership Team
without a prior appointment.
Parents/carers are seen on a first come/first seen basis.
The length of the meeting will depend on the number of people waiting to
be seen
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Pupil Premium
Overarching Principles
At Bishop Perowne CE College, all members of staff and governors accept responsibility for those students recognised as ‘disadvantaged’ and
are committed to meeting their pastoral, social and academic needs.
Every child who is considered to be ‘disadvantaged’ is valued, respected and entitled to develop to his/her full potential, irrespective of disad-
vantage.
Background to the Pupil Premium
Introduced in April 2011, the Pupil Premium is a Government initiative that provides additional funding aimed at students from deprived backgrounds.
Research shows that students from deprived backgrounds underachieve compared to their non-deprived peers. The Pupil Premium is provided in order
to support these students in reaching their potential by accelerating their progress.
The Government has used students entitled to Free School Meals and those who are looked after as an indicator for deprivation. They have given a
fixed amount of money to schools per student, based on the number of students registered for Free School Meals and who are looked after by the local
authority. A premium has also been introduced for children whose parents are currently serving in the armed forces. This service premium is designed
to address the emotional and social well-being of these pupils.
Overall Objectives:
Our College will ensure that the Pupil Premium funding reaches the groups of students for whom it was intended and that it makes a significant
impact on their education and lives.
The Pupil Premium will be used to provide additional educational support to improve the progress and raise the achievement for these stu-
dents.
The funding will be used to narrow and close the gap between the achievement of these students and their peers.
The College will use the additional funding to address any underlying inequalities between children eligible for Pupil Premium and others.
How we will ensure effective use of the Pupil Premium
The Pupil Premium will be clearly identifiable within the budget.
The Governors in consultation with the Headteacher and staff, will decide how the Pupil Premium is spent for the benefit of the entitled stu-
dents. Funding will be allocated following a needs analysis which will identify priority groups or individuals.
In making provision for socially disadvantaged pupils, we recognise that not all students who receive free school meals will be socially disad-
vantaged or underachieving. We also recognise that not all students who are socially disadvantaged are registered for free school meals. We therefore reserve the right to allocate the Pupil Premium funding to support any groups of students the College has legitimately identified as
being socially disadvantaged.
The College, through the Headteacher, will assess what additional provision should be made for the individual students.
The College will be accountable for how it has used the additional funding to support the achievement of those students covered by the Pupil
Premium.
The Headteacher will report to the Governing Body and parents on how effective the intervention has been in achieving its aims, including pub-
lishing online information about how the Premium has been used.
We will track the impact of the strategies put into place through the funding to ensure that we can show the value that has been added to the
education of the entitled children.
We will monitor evaluate and review the success of the impact of the Pupil Premium funding.
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Pupil Premium
Provision
We will regularly seek to further develop strategies and interventions which can improve the progress and attainment of these students. Examples of
the range of provision we may put in place include:
Intervention strategies including “catchup”, small group tutorials and one to one teaching, to meet student needs as identified through provision
mapping;
Facilitating students’ access to education and the curriculum through additional or specialist resources e.g. specialist software;
Additional teaching and learning opportunities provided through learning mentors, trained TAs or external agencies.
Reporting outcomes
It will be the responsibility of the Headteacher to produce a report for the Governing Body that will include:
The progress made through closing the gap, by year group, for disadvantaged students;
An outline of the provision made during the term since the last report;
An evaluation of the cost effectiveness, in terms of the progress made by the students receiving a particular provision, when compared with
other forms of support.
The Governors will ensure that there is an annual statement to parents outlining how the Pupil Premium funding has been used to address the issue of
closing the gap for socially disadvantaged students.
Appeal
Any appeals against this policy will be through the Governor’s complaints procedure.
Cross references:
Finance Policy and Freedom of Information Publication Scheme.
Levels of Progress
Pupil Premium
2011 - 2012 Levels of progress
Subject 2 3 4 5 3+
English Language 0.00% 0.79% 15.08% 51.59% 67.46%
English Literature 0.00% 0.86% 12.93% 50.00% 63.79%
Geography 0.00% 0.00% 17.24% 56.90% 74.14%
History 0.00% 2.22% 13.33% 60.00% 75.56%
IT 0.00% 0.00% 53.33% 6.67% 60.00%
Mathematics 0.00% 0.96% 17.31% 34.62% 52.88%
Religious Studies 0.52% 3.09% 25.77% 40.21% 69.07%
