Summer term
Simon Balle All-through School Newsletter
Message from the Headteacher
Inside this issue:
Message from the headtecaher
1-2
Uniform Rules 3
Dates for your diary
4
Dear parents
This is our final newsletter of the summer term 2019, although early next week you will receive a ‘end of term round-up’ of various activities.
We finish school on Tuesday 23rd July having chosen to use our staff training days regularly throughout the year. The arrangements are: Dismissal times: Primary - 12pm Y7 - 12:50pm Y8 - 12:50pm Y9 - 12:45pm Y10 - 12:45pm Y12 - 12:05pm School starts again for all children on Wednesday 4th September, normal starting time ( primary 8.45am secondary 8.40am). We expect to see everyone on that day as the summer holiday ends on 3rd September having enjoyed a six week break.
I am attaching a reminder about uniform. Particularly in the summer term we see parents and students choosing to deviate from our uniform policy. Please read this carefully and not only by buying the right items but ensuring that hair styles and body ornaments (nail varnish, gel nails, braiding, body art, false eye lashes, makeup etc) are not worn in school. Thank you. We will officially welcome new staff in next year’s first newsletter but parents need to note the following:
Rachel Kirk will be the new Vice principal (primary) : [email protected]
David Ayres will be the Senior Lead for Sixth Form (before Ben Morris takes up his post in January) [email protected]
Helen Rhodes will be the Head of Year 7 (in the light of Miss Robinson’s maternity leave) [email protected]
Tom Joyce will be Head of Year 8 (in the light of Miss Ahmet’s maternity leave) [email protected]
19/07/2019
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So, after another very busy past few weeks with the annual Academic Awards evening, two concerts, an art exhibition, three sports days and a school fete we need time to relax and re-energise. What is so wonderful and truly remarkable is to stand back and amaze at how this is so special as a all-through school.
Slice of Summer
Whilst so much work was put in by the Larch parents, contributions and attendance from secondary families we managed to raise almost £6,000 which is wonderful!
Academic Awards
Over 200 awards were presented and special praise was given to those students in Years 7 to 13 who received Heads of Year awards.
Concerts
Whilst the @Big Band’ evening was entirely secondary students the amazing ‘Saffron Sounds’ included Year 3 choirs, string and wind players.
Sports days
We ran two sports afternoons in the Larch centre with our sports leaders running and organising the events. The secondary sports day was enjoyed by all and it was lovely to see all out students taking part.
To conclude this academic year of 2018 – 2019, a big thank you to parents for their incredible support, to staff for the amazing work they do and to our students (from the youngest to the oldest) for making Simon Balle All-through School such a special community, learning focused and full of energy.
Wishing you a very happy and safe holiday break.
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As we approach the end of term I would like to remind everyone of our simple uni-form rules, to ensure that when we return in September every student is adhering to them. Clothing Kilts- Should be just above the knee but not higher. Kilts must not be rolled up Jumpers and cardigans must not be tucked into kilts KS3 jumpers/cardigans are green and KS4 jumpers/cardigans are burgundy Shirts- all shirts must be tucked in Trousers for both boys and girls should be full length and of a formal black material Coats- must not be casual- no hoodies, denim, expensive coats (as they frequently get misplaced), with no large logos. Socks- Boys should wear black or dark coloured socks Girls- knee length socks (not over the knee) black or white socks, black tights or white ankle socks and no combined combination. No leggings allowed with socks over them Shoes Should be black, not canvas, and flat, fitting correctly Hairstyles Should be natural coloured and not bleached or dyed in an unnatural colour. No coloured braiding is allowed. Hair must not be shaved or any patterns sculptured into the scalp. Boy’s haircuts should not be any shorter than a number 3 with or without an undercut. Jewellery A watch and single stud gold or silver earrings should be worn, with no hoops permitted. Nose rings/studs are not permitted. Makeup and nails Students should not have “gel nails” nor wear nail varnish, except for clear polish. Nails should be trimmed and short (health and safety, particularly for practical sub-jects) Face makeup should be discrete and not be obvious. Mascara, eye shadow and eye liner should not be used The new trend is for false eyelashes which are not part of school uniform and we shall ask parents to ensure that these are removed Tattoos or transfer tattoos are not allowed Other items Bags- rucksacks, old fashioned school bags or large shopping holdalls are to be recommended and not large designer handbags Phones- if brought into school they must not be used during the school day either in lesson time or during lunch and breaks. They will be confiscated for five days Earphones-must not be seen and kept in a school bag
Dates for your diary
Tuesday 23rd July - End of Term (early finish details to follow)
Wednesday 4th September - Term Starts, Y7 and 11 photos
Wednesday 11th September - Yr7,11 and 13 group photos
Monday 16th September - Y8 HPV1 injections, PSA AGM
Tuesday 17th September - Y12 Parents Information Evening
Wednesday 18th September - Yr 7 Parents Information Evening
Monday 23rd September - Fun Run
Saturday 28th September - Open Morning
These activities have been funded and organised by following organisations East Herts Council, YC Hertfordshire, Network Homes, Buntingford Town Council, Sporting Inspirations Ltd, Ware Town Council, Bishop’s Stortford Town Council and Hertford Town Council.
All activities are FREE and for ages 11-19 years old.
Should you have any questions about the activities
please contact:
The Community Safety Team
01992 531423 or 01992 531394 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm)
Russell Cairns, YC Hertfordshire, 01992 588 220
Or VISIT
www.eastherts.gov.uk
www.channelmogo.org
Check out the Twitter for up to date information
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Keep an eye on our Twitter feed for all the latest times and information#easthertssummer
Summer Programme
HertfordSupported and arranged by:
All activities for 11-19 year olds
Lark in the Park Wednesdays 31 July, 7, 14 & 21 August, 3-5pm
Arts, sports, crafts, food and lots more fun! No need to book, it’s FREE, just turn up!
Climbing Wall Wednesday 14 August, 3-5pm
Mobile TrampolinesWednesday 21 August, 3-5pm
Hartham Common
Summer Programme
District wideSupported and arranged by:
All activities for 11-19 year olds
There is a wide range of things to do in the district all year round that you may want to try this summer. These are just a few suggestions of what is on offer.
Skate ParksThere are 5 skate parks in the district
Ware Priory Grounds, High Street, Ware
Sworders Field, Bishop’s Stortford
Hartham Common, Hertford
Bowling Green Playing Field, Buntingford
Vantorts Park, Sawbridgeworth
Graffiti wallSworders Field, Bishop’s Stortford
Cinema & ArtsEmpire Cinema, Anchor Street, Bishop’s Stortford
Hertford Theatre, The Wash, Hertford
Rhodes Art Complex, South Street, Bishop’s Stortford
Parks & Play areas There are lots of parks and open spaces in East Herts that can provide great places for young people to meet up with friends. Here is a list of some of the larger ones in the district that have equipment and facilities for teenagers.
Hartham Common, Hertford
Southern Country Park, Bishop’s Stortford
Multi-use Games Area (MUGA) and Adventure equipment, King George Park, Ware
MUGA & Play equipment, The Ridgeway, Hertford
Thorley open space, Bishop’s Stortford
Vantorts MUGA and play area, Sawbridgeworth
Sacombe Road play area and community fitness fit trail, Hertford
Foxholes Avenue, Hertford
Great Innings South Play area and MUGA, Watton At Stone
Northern Parkland Play Areas, Great Hadham Road, Bishop’s Stortford
Parsonage Lane Play Area, Bishop’s Stortford
Watermill Lane Play Area, Watermill Lane, Hertford
These activities have been funded and organised by following organisations East Herts Council, YC Hertfordshire, Network Homes, Buntingford Town Council, Sporting Inspirations Ltd, Ware Town Council, Bishop’s Stortford Town Council and Hertford Town Council.
All activities are FREE and for ages 11-19 years old.
Should you have any questions about the activities
please contact:
The Community Safety Team
01992 531423 or 01992 531394 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm)
Russell Cairns, YC Hertfordshire, 01992 588 220
Or VISIT
www.eastherts.gov.uk
www.channelmogo.org
Check out the Twitter for up to date information
easthertssummer
Keep an eye on our Twitter feed for all the latest times and information#easthertssummer
Summer Programme
WareSupported and arranged by:
All activities for 11-19 year olds
Lark in the Park Thursdays 1, 8, 15 & 22 August, 3-5pm
Arts, sports, crafts, food and lots more fun! No need to book, it’s FREE, just turn up!
Climbing Wall Thursday 15 August, 3-5pm
Mobile TrampolineThursday 22 August, 3-5pm
Buryfields Open Space
Summer Programme
District wideSupported and arranged by:
All activities for 11-19 year olds
There is a wide range of things to do in the district all year round that you may want to try this summer. These are just a few suggestions of what is on offer.
Skate ParksThere are 5 skate parks in the district
Ware Priory Grounds, High Street, Ware
Sworders Field, Bishop’s Stortford
Hartham Common, Hertford
Bowling Green Playing Field, Buntingford
Vantorts Park, Sawbridgeworth
Graffiti wallSworders Field, Bishop’s Stortford
Cinema & ArtsEmpire Cinema, Anchor Street, Bishop’s Stortford
Hertford Theatre, The Wash, Hertford
Rhodes Art Complex, South Street, Bishop’s Stortford
Parks & Play areas There are lots of parks and open spaces in East Herts that can provide great places for young people to meet up with friends. Here is a list of some of the larger ones in the district that have equipment and facilities for teenagers.
Hartham Common, Hertford
Southern Country Park, Bishop’s Stortford
Multi-use Games Area (MUGA) and Adventure equipment, King George Park, Ware
MUGA & Play equipment, The Ridgeway, Hertford
Thorley open space, Bishop’s Stortford
Vantorts MUGA and play area, Sawbridgeworth
Sacombe Road play area and community fitness fit trail, Hertford
Foxholes Avenue, Hertford
Great Innings South Play area and MUGA, Watton At Stone
Northern Parkland Play Areas, Great Hadham Road, Bishop’s Stortford
Parsonage Lane Play Area, Bishop’s Stortford
Watermill Lane Play Area, Watermill Lane, Hertford
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HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY YOUTH MUSIC
AUDITIONS 2019/20 SEASON
Apply NOW: www.hertsmusicservice.org.uk/county-groups/
Auditions will be held the first week of
October for:
COUNTY YOUTH ORCHESTRA
SCHOOLS’ SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
COUNTY WIND SINFONIA
COUNTY YOUTH BRASS
Auditions
11th September for:
COUNTY YOUTH CHOIR
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SUMMER CRICKET CAMP
2019 Boys & Girls age groups U7 to U15
Wednesday 7th August - Friday 9th August
Wednesday 14th August – Friday 16th August
Morning Courses (9.30 to 1.00): U7 to U15 Afternoon Courses (1.45-4.15): U9 to U15 All ages. Children will be placed into various groups according to age and ability. Each morning the coaches will go through a warm up game, specific skills will be practised and the morning will round off with skills based games. Afternoon course will include use of bowling machine. Academy Course (1.45-4.15): U11 – U15 For ages 11-15, this is designed for cricketers who want to move on from club level and start to
learn and understand more of the technical and tactical side of how cricket is played. Including
use of the Bowling machine and video analysis for batting and bowling.
WEATHER If the weather is bad, there is no indoor playing facility, so the children will be supervised in the pavilion. If the ground is wet but not dangerous, we will go ahead with the cricket outside
Venue: Hertford CC, Balls Park, Mangrove Road, Hertford SG13 8AN
Coaching provided by our ECB Qualified Coaches
Scott Ruskin (Head Coach), Benji Cowell, Max Lawrance & Hugh Cavener
For more information contact:
Scott Ruskin 07884 381348 – Course Information
Jamie Lawrance 07731 654575 – Booking & Payment. If you would like to book a place, please
complete the Booking Form and return it to Jamie Lawrance or email to [email protected]
BOOKING FORM
Morning Courses: £15 per day (50% discount for Siblings) Afternoon Courses: £15 per day (50% discount for Siblings) Academy Courses: £20 per day (50% discount for Siblings) There is an option for early drop off (8.45am) and late pick up (5pm) at a cost of £10 per day or £5 for either option. Each child should bring a drink (and a packed lunch if staying all day). Payment Payment can be made by cash, cheque or online to Account name: Hertford Cricket Club; Sort Code: 40 24 13; Account no: 31389637. Post: 6 Shepherds Court, Hertford, Herts SG14 3HE Full Name: ____________________________ Date of Birth: ____________________________ Email: ______________________________________ Parent/Guardian: ____________________________ Daytime contact no.: _______________ Please give details of any medical conditions suffered or medication taken: ______________ t
Course am
Course pm
Academy
Course pm
Early Drop
Off
Late Pick Up
Wednesday 7th
Thursday 8th
Friday 9th
Wednesday 14th
Thursday 15th
Friday 16th
£25
Total cost (all days added together): £ _____________________
If this is a sibling booking deduct 50%: £ _____________________
Total net cost: £ _____________________ VIDEO ANALYSIS CONSENT: Video analysis may be used and will be shared with the child’s parent for feedback purposes in respect of technical coaching. Please tick the box below indicating that you consent to this and sign your name below. The images will only be used for professional purposes.
❑ I agree to my son/daughter being filmed ❑ I do not agree to my son/daughter being filmed Signed: __________________________________Dated: ____________________________________