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What’s happening at the Academy?. Speak Out. There are two new ways in which you can speak out about bullying. In the student reception, you will find a ‘Speak Out’ box. You can post your comments in here.
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Speak Out • There are two new ways in which you can speak out about bullying. In the student reception, you will find a ‘Speak Out’ box. You can post your comments in here. • Remember, we can only tackle bullying and support those being bullied if we hear about it and have enough information. Posting anonymously can’t work. • You can also email your concerns to our new email address speakout@wigstonmat.org
School Key Words • Responsibility • Resilience • Engagement • Ambition • Respect These five words represent where we see ourselves and are now linked to the A1’s you can achieve during lessons
Aerosols and bodysprays • A reminder that aerosols and bodysprays are banned in school. Water based sprays are fine. • They cause issues for people with breathing conditions and as a result are potentially very dangerous As a reminder: Food should only be consumed in the dining room or outside Banned Items (There are a few but here are the main offenders) • Chewing gum • Fizzy or energy drinks • Glass Bottles
Year 11 Intervention… • You have been invited to specific sessions. • Your tutor knows when and where you should go, if you forget! • You can also attend Science (Wednesday) and Maths (Thursdays) Drop-ins. Prioritise your own success! Attend!
Remember … • Last year the Year 11 students, that performed well in their GCSEs, understood the need to attend extra sessions and did so regularly. • They understood the valid reasons to extend their normal school day. • They made sensible, and personal, decisions Prioritise your own success! 5
Rm 39 Subject Champions • Subject Champions are teachers who have volunteered to give extra help to all students who are registered to Rm 39. • Make the most of their expertise to get extra advice with your subjects and help with your homework. • Look out for posters around school and green stars on staff lanyards
School Photographs A reminder that the last date for ordering school photos for year 7 and 10’s is 8th October.
Year 7 History – Funky Facts!!! – Sources • Anything is a source BUT that does not mean that it is useful. • For example, a Roman shield would be useful to an historian studying the Romans but not very useful investigating the Second World War. • Sources can be divided up by type. These are – • Visual - Sources that we look at. • Written - Sources that have been written. • Oral - Sources that we listen to. • Physical - Usually objects or buildings. (Objects can also be called artefacts) • Sources can also be categorised as – • Primary (from the time period) , and • Secondary (made afterwards ot a replica).
Year 8 – Funky Facts!!! – The Renaissance • The Renaissance was a period of time, but the dates for it change depending on which country you are in!!! • It started in Italy around 1300AD and spread across Europe by the start of the 15th Century. • In England, it happened during the reign of the Tudors (1485-1603). • Renaissance means ‘rebirth’ in French and a lot of CHANGE happened. • Some people started to question religious beliefs, such as the existence of God. • Artists began to create work that showed humans more accurately. • Architects designed buildings that were influenced by the Ancient Greeks and Romans. • Scientists challenged traditional ideas, such as the shape of the world, or they created new technology. • The invention of the printing press led to new ideas being spread across Europe as books no longer had to be handwritten and could be printed.
Year 9 History – Funky Facts!!! – Alliances before the First World War • Before the First World War, the most powerful countries in Europe had formed alliances with each other. • Germany, Austria-Hungary and Italy had created the Triple Alliance. • Britain, France and Russia had formed the Triple Entente. • Theses countries promised to defend each other if they ever were attacked. • Although alliances were not new, the agreements made between the countries increased the chances of a war. • If a disagreement started between any two nations in opposite alliances, then the others could quickly get dragged into conflict.
Year 10/11 History – Funky Facts!!! – Christian influence on Medicine • Christians believed they should care for the sick, but not treat them. • God sent illness, so curing an illness might be challenging God. • Hospitals were built, but they were not very big. Many could only accomodate 12 people (the number of Jesus’ disciples.) • In hospitals, patients would rest in clean and peaceful surroundings. They were encouraged to pray. • Most hospitals were paid for by the Church, but a few were built by wealthy patrons. • Hospitals specialising in a specific illness began to be created. St Bethlehem (later known as Bedlam) became an asylum and lazar houses were built away from towns for people with leprosy. • Doctors were not present in hospitals.
Year 9 – Work shadowing 31st October • Have you returned you work shadowing paperwork to you tutor yet? • The more encounters you have with the world of work and local employers the more likely you are to get a good job and earn more money! • Deadline to return the paperwork is 11th October • Any questions see Miss Davies or Miss Martin
Year 9 Geography Competition • Remember the deadline is Monday 7th October – no entries for the national competition will be accepted after this date. • Make sure you complete your entry and hand it to your geography teacher or Mr Notley • Have a look at the examples of what your poster on ‘where can geography take you. • There are great prizes to be won. • Good luck!
Space Week 4 - 10 October 2019 Wigston Academy 2019
Space Facts The sunset on mars appears blue Space is completely silent Roughly 1 million Erath's can fit inside the Sun One day on Venus is longer than one year on Earth In Space you can grow up to 5cm taller
Code Club / Robotics Club Learn to code with the help of skilled sixth formers Every Tuesday in ICT 4 3:10 – 4:10
This week in PELots going on again this week in PE • MONDAY: Year 9 Netball – County Tournament – LGS • TUESDAY: Year 9 Football – National Cup v Lutterworth C (A) • TUESDAY: Year 7/8 Netball Training • TUESDAY: Year 7/8/9 Football Training • WEDNESDAY: Year 9/10/11 Netball Training • WEDNESDAY: Year 9 Football v Brooke House (Home) • WEDNESDAY: Year 7/8/9 Badminton Club • THURSDAY: Year 10/11 Football v Brooke House (Home) • THURSDAY: Year 7 Netball – Team Leicestershire – LGS • THURSDAY: Year 9 Sports Leaders at The Meadows Primary • THURSDAY: All Years Rugby Club • THURSDAY: Year 10/11 Badminton Club • FRIDAY: Friday Lunchtime Club
Year 9 Sports Leaders Notice Can all the Year 9 Sports Leaders please come to the PE mobile at break time on Monday for a quick meeting.
Netball Notice – All Years • Year 7 & 8 netball training will be on Tuesday 1st October • Year 9, 10 & 11 will be on Wednesday 2nd October. • This is due to the Year 9 and Year 7 tournaments this week. • Normal training back on next week.
Equity Killington & New York, USA – Ski Trip 2020 – Year 9, 10, 11 & 12 • Dates - 14th Feb – 22nd Feb 2020 • 5 Days Skiing at Killington, Vermont. • 2 Days in New York • TWO PLACES HAVE BECOME AVAILABLE FOR THE SKI TRIP 2020. • CONTACT MRS PARBERY TO COLLECT A LETTER.
Year 7 Girls Football • There will be football trials/training for Year 7 girls on Tuesday 8th October. • This will be on the astroturf and finish at 4.15pm. Meet at Site B sportshall at the end of the day. • We have a 5-a-side competition very soon and then more matches later in the year, so if you want to play for the school, make sure you attend. • Any questions, see Mr Dandolo
PE Friday Lunchtime ClubWeek 1 - Yr 7 & 8 This is new club for any students who have received no B1’s in PE for the 2 weeks before the Friday Club. There are 2 sports on offer………………………….. FOOTBALL – Astro (Meet at the side gate next to the PE Mobile) DODGEBALL – Site B Sportshall These clubs start at 1.30pm & YOU DO NOT need to get changed.
PE Friday Lunchtime ClubWeek 2 - Yr 9, 10 & 11 This is new club for any students who have received no B1’s in PE for the 2 weeks before the Friday Club. There are 2 sports on offer………………………….. FOOTBALL – Astro (Meet at the side gate next to the PE Mobile) DODGEBALL – Site B Sportshall These clubs start at 1.30pm & YOU DO NOT need to get changed into kit.
SISTER ACT 2020 A huge thankyou to all that auditioned for Sister Act, we had an amazing turnout and were spoilt for choice. The recall sheet is up in the music corridor and at the College, please look to see if your name has been recalled for another audition. All those recalled, any questions please ask, there is extra script to learn so please be prepared. Chorus will not be recalled, however, we will put a list up of all that have been successful in being part of the show. Many thanks Performing Arts
Champions League Due to a slight technical issue the Champions League results and league tables will follow shortly