Windsor Girls’ School 29 March 2018 History Talk Mme Adrienne Sheldon Continued on Page 9 On Wednesday 28 March, the History department at Windsor Girls’ invited Madame Adrienne Sheldon to speak to the Year 10 historians about her life in occupied France during World War 2. As someone of Jewish heritage, Madame Sheldon's story was an extraordinary one - of luck, espionage and survival. The students all had the opportunity to ask questions about her story, with the aim to give them background context ahead of their new topic beginning after Easter: Weimar and Nazi Germany.
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Windsor Girls’ School
29 March 2018
History Talk
Mme Adrienne Sheldon
Continued on Page 9
On Wednesday 28 March, the History department at Windsor Girls’ invited Madame Adrienne Sheldon to speak to the Year 10 historians about her life in occupied France during World War 2. As someone of Jewish heritage, Madame Sheldon's story was an extraordinary one - of luck, espionage and survival. The students all had the opportunity to ask questions about her story, with the aim to give them background context ahead of their new topic beginning after Easter: Weimar and Nazi Germany.
Dear Parents and Carers As Term 4 ends, and we look ahead to the coming term, it is important to reflect on everything that has taken place in the last few weeks. Students and staff have been working hard to complete controlled assessments and coursework, as well as internal examinations. There are some additional sessions which staff are leading over the Easter break and I am sure the students are grateful for the time staff are giving freely. This week, we have seen our students being particularly enterprising in their charity work. The Year 12 Interact Club members were hard at work selling ice cream and drinks at break time on Wednesday, with all proceeds going to their designated charities. The students had researched their market thoroughly and carried out market research to assess which flavours would be the most popular. Also this week, Year 11 students have been raising money for their prom decorations through a cake sale on the final day of term and an Easter egg tombola. Their prom takes place on 10 July at Windsor Race Course and there is already a great deal of excitement about the event. We welcomed a veteran of the Second World War on Wednesday this week. Madame Sheldon, who is now in her nineties, spoke to the Year 10 history students about her experiences and then delivered the same talk in fluent French to the Sixth Form French students. This was a wonderful opportunity for the students. We finished the term with Year 9 and 10 House Events, with students competing in a range of sporting events to gain points for their houses. Points go towards an overall house winner at the end of the academic year. It was fantastic to see so many students taking part and supporting. It was also a non-uniform day and we donated money to brain tumour research. There are two trips taking place over the Easter holiday. The ski trip is taking place in Italy and the Music trip will be visiting Paris. We look forward to hearing a full report when we return. I hope you all have a good break and, for those taking examinations this summer, you use the time productively to get organised and revisit topics covered across the two year course. There are some tips for getting the most out of the Easter holiday later on in this newsletter. We look forward to seeing you on 16 April. Mrs G Labrum
Key Dates
Term 4 Ends Thursday 29 March
Term 5 Starts Monday 16 April
Term 5 Ends Friday 25 May
Term 6 Starts Monday 04 June
Prize Evening Tuesday 26 June
Term 6 Ends Friday 20 July
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Year Information
Year 9 Students in Year 9 will be learning more about Activities Week, which happens at the end of the academic year. As we start the new term, there is an opportunity to try a new activity or club. Sports will switch over to the summer based sports such as athletics and rounders, and we will be looking for new team members. Year 10 The Duke of Edinburgh Bronze expedition takes place between Friday 20 and Sunday 22 April. On Friday 20 April, we welcome a group of French students to school who will be joining the Year 10 languages classes. Data for Year 10 students will be coming home during the first week of term 5. Students in Year 10 will be visiting Borough Market on Wednesday 18 April as part of their Food Technology and Catering course. Year 11 Students in Year 11 will be visiting Borough Market on Wednesday 18 April as part of their Food Technology and Catering course. Languages oral examinations will be taking place during the first week of term 5. The history trip to Washington DC, Philadelphia and New York in 2019 is available to Year 11 students who are taking history in Year 12. Letters are available from Mrs Saunders and the history department. Deposits will be due by 20 April.
There are a range of revision sessions taking place over the Easter holidays. In the event of a session not going ahead as scheduled, information will be shared via the school’s Twitter feed. Term 5 begins on Monday 16 April. This will be a week A on the timetable. The focus of term 5 is organisation.
SIXTH FORM
Year 12 will be attending a talk with the Teenage Cancer Trust on Thursday 19 April. A letter has been sent home. Please advise your daughter’s form tutor of any concerns so we can brief the speaker before this date. History students have been given information about the 2019 trip to Washington DC, Philadelphia and New York. Letters are available from Mrs Saunders and the history department. Deposits will be due by 20 April. Year 13 assemblies are continuing on a weekly basis in the run up to the final examinations. Students will be advised of the day and venue. Year 13 students who have not applied to university will be receiving a telephone call from CTM Pathways, one of our partners, who have been working with students this year. They will be able to support students through apprenticeship applications and in identifying internships. Year 13 Law students will be attending a session at Brunel University on Tuesday 17 April.
Year 9 Celebration Assembly
Subject Leader Commendations for
Academic Attainment
Art Daisy Plumb
Design Technology Ruby Hill
Food Technology Libby Brake
Drama Frances Rae
English Lydia Sampson
French Francesca Crossfield
Geography Phoebe Medcalf
German Midha Hussain
History Katy Anderson
ICT Eloisa Harris
Mathematics Keira Jacobs
Music Regina Tilezhinskaia
Philosophy, Religion & Ethics Olatz Bulson-Roman
Science Sarah Newell
Spanish Wendy Alves
Subject Leader Commendations for
Progress and Effort Art Keira Jacobs
Design Technology Paige Giles
Food Technology Abigail Gulliver
Drama Eliza Bean
English Francesca Crossfield
Fashion Eloise Gibbs
French Ciara Eastabrook
Geography Anushka Sharma
German Libby Brake
History Harriet Moss
ICT Sophie Kinsman
Mathematics Eloise Sharkey
Philosophy, Religion & Ethics Daisy Plumb
PE Juliet Bryant
Science Jasmine Fogg
Spanish Maddie Hession
LORIC Award
9W = Hannah Liddell
9N = Eleanor Elmes
9D = Alice Sereda
9S = Emma Moretti
9R = Sian Kular
9G = Ellie Smith
Year Leader Commendation
(Star of the Term)
9W = Daisy Plumb
9N = Cerys McCarthy
9D = Abigail Gulliver
9S = Camille Wallis-Desablens
9R = Lily Piper
9G = Harriet Moss
Year 10 Celebration Assembly
LORIC Award
10W = Cara Doherty
10N = Charlotte Burke
10D = Lucy Scott
10S = Sarah Gurung
10R = Teagan Speller
10G = Samantha Allum
Year Leader Commendation
(Star of the Term)
10W = Emma Gyngell
10N = Mannat Verma
10D = Rosie O’Connor
10S = Louise White
10R = Grace Fallows
10G = Kimberley Stoddart
Subject Leader Commendations for
Academic Attainment Art Mahima Abedin
Child Development Chloe Caton
Design Technology Aneesha Mohamed
Food Preparation & Nutrition Maria Burr
Drama Ava Hewitt
English Faye Wong
French Ariela Veizaj
Geography Emily Murphy
German Charlotte Burke
History Rachel Clark
ICT Lily Foreman
Mathematics Mannat Verma
Music Harriet Cook
Philosophy, Religion & Ethics Chloe Rodgers
PE Emily Murphy
Science Aamina Mahmood
Spanish Kimberley Stoddart
Subject Leader Commendations for
Progress and Effort Art Mannat Verma
Catering Noshin Janan
Child Development Kirsty Balchin
Design Technology Kirsty Balchin
Drama Katie Sylvester
English Mahima Abedin
Fashion Louise White
Geography Daisy Wilcock
German Georgia Mannings
History Naomi Parsons
ICT Emma Knowles
Mathematics Maki Balsam
Music Amber Atkinson
Philosophy, Religion & Ethics Chloe Caton
PE Noshin Janan
Science Bailey Dickinson
Spanish Maisie Ogston
Year 11 Celebration Assembly
LORIC Award
11W = Greer Withers
11N = Alicia Sellars
11D = Katie Kirby
11S = Philippa Gibson
11R = Rebecca Davies
11G = Lydia Jeremiah
Year Leader Commendation
(Star of the Term)
11W = Bethany James
11N = Zara Lind
11D = Amy Game
11S = Aaliya Pritchard-Casey
11R = Lily Hunt
11G = Cara Barclay
Subject Leader Commendations for
Academic Attainment Art Aliya Pritchard-Casey
Child Development Courtney McCarthy-Widger
Design Technology Philippa Gibson
Drama Grace Pearson-Hall
English Giulia Moretti
Fashion Melissa Belhocine
Food Preparation & Nutrition Chloe Hobbs
French Rachael Grimmer
Geography Thanuri De Silva
German Anna Foskett
History Guilia Moretti
ICT Farah Daood
Mathematics Chloe Hobbs
Music Alice Armitage
Performing Arts Rebecca Swinburne
Philosophy, Religion & Ethics Anna Foskett
PE Samantha Royal Brown
Science Charlotte Nye
Spanish Jasleen Sandhu
Subject Leader Commendations for
Progress and Effort Art Alicia Finlayson
Business Rachael Grimmer
Child Development Jasmine Van Der Brugge
Design Technology Jasmine Van Der Brugge
Drama Samantha Royal Brown
English Thanuri De Silva
Fashion Melissa Belhocine
Food Preparation & Nutrition Maisie Clark
French Tara Brogan
Geography Courtney McCarthy-Widger
German Daisy Schotting-Robinson
History Katie Snooks
ICT Natasha Crowley-Inglis
Mathematics Charlie Patmore
Music Katie Kirby
Philosophy, Religion & Ethics Amy Burridge
Science Annabella Pettipher
Year 12 Celebration Assembly
LORIC Award
12W = Carmen Robles
12N = Martha Allerton
12D = Monica Sangha
12R = Angeline Davenport
Year Leader Commendation
(Star of the Term)
12W = Chloe Curry
12N = Isabelle Walters
12D = Navleen Bhachu
12R = Aaminah Saleem
Subject Leader Commendations for
Academic Attainment
Business Amelia Goater
Design Technology Isabelle Walters
Drama & Theatre Studies Martha Pack
English Hetty Brake
Food Science & Nutrition Nicel Parsons
French Philip Taite
Geography Cerys Roe
German Natalia Bajer
History Freya Angood
Mathematics George Mealing
Media Trishna Jabble
Philosophy, Religion & Ethics Hetty Brake
Psychology Ferdy Cleare
Science Izabella Cheema
Sociology Emily Whitelock
Spanish Ian Wood
Subject Leader Commendations for
Progress and Effort
Art Emily Strophair-Best
Business Zoe Earl
Design Technology Carmen Robles
Drama & Theatre Studies Niamh Lumb
English Laura Dickson
Food Science & Nutrition Christopher Shankland
French Grace Asquith-Evans
Geography Monica Sangha
German Hannah Tickle
History Martha Allerton
Mathematics Aroosa Hussain
Media Aima Qureshi
Philosophy, Religion & Ethics Evie Macaree
Psychology Sara Ghafoor
Science Emily Swain
Sociology Emily Ling
Travel & Tourism Trishna Jabble &
Taylor Jones
Year 13 Celebration Assembly
LORIC Award
13W = Joanna Kepinska
13N = Ruby Rae
13D = Abbi Carter
13R = Chloe Moran
Year Leader Commendation
(Star of the Term)
13W = Shaimaa Filali
13N = Ruby Rae
13D = Caitlyn Bush
13R = Gurkiran Vaid
Subject Leader Commendations for
Academic Attainment
Design Technology Kathryn Burr
Drama & Theatre Studies Niamh Degregorio
English Jemima Walsh
Food Science & Nutrition Shaimaa Filali
French Teta Uwase
Geography Erin Farnan
German Sophie Stevenson
History Erin Farnan
Mathematics Sophie Crocker
Media Paige Laidler
Philosophy, Religion & Ethics Zara Rafiq
Psychology Dana Stevens
Science Kathryn Burr
Sociology Paveena Sidhu
Spanish Vicky Basheva
Subject Leader Commendations for
Progress and Effort
Art Paveena Sidhu
Business Rosie Curtis
Design Technology Abbi Carter
Drama & Theatre Studies Anna Bradbury
English Melanie Wade
Food Science & Nutrition Colleen Fortune
French Breeha Mazhar
Geography Sarah Rankin
German Jaanki Mistry
History Sophie Stevenson
Law Brooke Game
Mathematics Shivon Dean
Media Eleanor Judd
Philosophy, Religion & Ethics Colleen Fortune
Psychology Sian Valentine
Sociology Tanisha Ahmed
After her first talk, Madame Sheldon was kind enough to speak with Sixth Form students who are studying French for A-Level. She conversed with them in French about her story, which enabled pupils to focus on their conversational French.
History Talk -
Mme Adrienne Sheldon
Upper Schools Concert
On Monday, both Windsor Girls’ School and The Windsor Boys’ School met for our end of term concert to showcase talent and achievements. With performances from the orchestra, bands, choirs, soloists and quartets, the evening was overflowing with seamless talent across all year groups. The evening ended with the Big Band immersing themselves into the audience, playing an uplifting, invigorating song which was a perfect end to a busy term. To see the audience leave with such a wide smile on their face reminds us of how outstanding the music department is and what a privilege it is to be a part of it. - Martha Allerton, Year 12
Interact Ice-cream Sale
In order to raise funds for their two charities, Windsor Community First Responders and Girls Not Brides, the WGS Interact Club was selling ice-cream and soft drinks during Break 1 on Wednesday to some very eager pupils. Despite the stormy weather, everyone was dreaming of sun and happily bought up all the ice-cream and soft drinks.
Aspiring High Programme On 26 March 2018, we had the pleasure of welcoming Patrick Flynn for our last AHP meeting 2017-2018. Achieving 6 A* grades at A-level and attending Cambridge University, Patrick had no shame in admitting that he, above all people, has still not found a career best suited for him. Patrick emphasised the importance of trying new things, perseverance and pursuing a career in a subject we love. We left the meeting reassured. This down-to-earth experience, concluded by a peaceful mediation session led by Ms. Krstovic, was a real and memorable finale to Aspiring High 2017-2018, a group that has provided many spectacular opportunities to the girls who aspire high. Darcy Aigle-Boucher, Year 12
Last Day Fun
Students raised money for Brain Tumour Research by coming to school in mufti and wearing hats.
Students from Years 9 and 10 took part in House competitions.
Students from Year 11 raised
£292.50 for their Prom
decorations with a bake sale and
Easter Egg Tombola.
PE News
Annual Gym and Dance Show On Tuesday, Miss Hazell spent the day with the WGS Dance Company and WGS Gymnasts at The Windsor School Sports Partnership’s Annual Gym and Dance Show. The students spent the day rehearsing with the middle schools and performing the dance/ gym routines that they have been working on this term. Then, in the evening, Miss Skinner watched as the students performed to a packed audience at The Windsor Boys’ School; they did themselves and the school proud. Well done to Eliza Bean, Savannah Denwood, Tia Mills, Elora Carrard and Chloe Fitch, who formed the Windsor Girls’ School Dance Company, and Camille Wallis-Desablens and Rosie Howard who were the Windsor Girls’ School Gymnasts.
Summer Term Sports After Easter, all classes are on summer sports. This includes two lessons of rounders, one lesson of athletics and one lesson of hockey, which will continue until May half term. For these, summer kit (polo and skort) is required, however, for hockey, full kit, including gum shield, is needed.
Year 11 Leavers The PE department would love any old kit that you wish to donate - especially skorts or jogging bottoms. These can be handed in to any member of PE.
Easter Holiday Revision Sessions
GEOGRAPHY Tuesday 3 April 09:30 - 12:15 Year 11 Focus on Paper 3 12:30 - 15:00 A Level (Year 13) Focus on Paper 3
PE Friday 6 April 09:00 - 12:30 Year 11 CCE Friday 13 April 10:00 - 13:00 Year 11 ESR
FRENCH Friday 6 April 10:00 - 12:30 Monday 9 April 10:00 - 12:30 The focus of revision sessions will be listening and preparing for the speaking test. Students can also make appointments for 1 to 1 help with Ms Noble between 12:30 and 14:00 on both days.
Easter
revision
sessions
Top Tips for Getting the Most out
of the Easter Holidays
1. Create a revision timetable – downloadable templates are available through www.getrevising.co.uk
2. Collate all your Personalised Learning Checklists (PLC) - colour code them red,
amber and green to identify where you need to focus your revision time. 3. Make sure you have past examination papers - attempt them under
timed examination conditions. 4. Allow time to do nice things, be realistic in your revision mapping and think
about how your can sustain your working patterns. 5. Think about your diet; does it provide you with the necessary energy? Consider
healthy options and get enough sleep. 6. Continue to exercise and take part in relaxation activities such as yoga and
pilates. 7. If you have a part-time job, speak with your employer and arrange a reduction
of hours during the examination period. 8. Find where you work best where you can focus and avoid distractions (put your
phone into do not disturb mode). 9. Have something to look forward to for when the examinations are finished. The
prom, your family holiday, celebrating with your friends will help keep you motivated over the next few months.
10. Say if you need help, that is what we are here for.
Miss Carron and Mrs Papayianni will be doing the Race for Life ‘Pretty Muddy’ 5k on 3 June 2018 for Cancer Research.
Some may remember Rachel Terry who was a student at Windsor Girls’ School, and left in 2013.
This is Rachel's story…
On 23 June 2017, I was diagnosed with Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS for short) at the Royal Marsden Hospital in Sutton. My tumour was in my womb, which was extremely rare for someone who was only 20 years old. My chemotherapy started in July and I had 4 cycles. It was tough and I spent a lot of time in and out of hospital, as well as losing over 5 stone in weight and losing all my hair. My surgery was brought forward because of complications and, on October 30, I had my tumour, womb and ovaries removed at the Royal Marsden hospital in Chelsea. I then found out that my tu-mour was actually two different types of cancer, and I was diagnosed with Carcinoma Sarcoma on top of the RMS diagnosis I already had. The chemotherapy for this type of cancer meant I had to have another 4 cycles of different chemotherapy drugs. I have just started Radiotherapy which I will be having every day, Monday to Friday, for the next 5 to 6 weeks. Over the many months of treatment, I have met other inspiring cancer patients, young and old, and it is really encouraging to see how other strong people cope. The amazing care that I have received from the Royal Marsden Cancer Trust, and throughout my treatment, has motivated me to want to give something back. Emotionally, for a patient young or old, having to deal with having cancer is really tough, so I would like to raise as much money as I can to help Cancer Research; particularly for the rarer forms of can-cer which are difficult to treat. Thank you for reading my story and to anyone who donates.
Please help us beat this cruel illness by following the link!
Year 11 Science Revision Sessions will take place after school on Wednesdays from 3:15pm to 4:15pm, unless otherwise
stated.
Date Teacher Session Title Chapters Covered
(according to the CGP
Revision Guide)
EASTER HOLIDAYS
Wednesday
18 April
Mrs R Najafi* Ecology B7
Wednesday
25 April
Mrs M Sahota Chemistry of the
Atmosphere & Using
Resources
C9 & C10
Wednesday
2 May
Dr K Haynes PRACTICAL SKILLS IN
CHEMISTRY
Wednesday
9 May
Mr G Young PRACTICAL SKILLS IN
PHYSICS
Wednesday
16 May
Miss J Edwards PRACTICAL SKILLS IN
BIOLOGY
Year 11 Geography Revision Year 11 Geography Revision Timetable
PM Revision Sessions: 3:10 – 4:00pm (All Room 25) Mrs Noctor (ANR); Miss O’Gorman (KON); Miss Pearce (LPE)
Unit Date Topics Covered
Paper 2
Thursday 19 April Urban Issues
Paper 1
Tuesday 24 April Rivers
Thursday 26 April Rivers
Thursday 3 May Fieldwork/Paper 3
Paper 2 Thursday 10 May Fieldwork Paper 3
May Half Term
Tuesday Break 2 booster session – Invited group
Wednesday Break 2 booster session – Invited group
Exam Dates: Paper 1 (Living with the physical environment) – 22 May 2018 1hr30mins Paper 2 (Challenges in the human environment) – 5 June 2018 1hr30mins Paper 3 (Geographical Applications) – 11 June 2018 1hr15mins
