End of Term Newsletter No 430 - Sir John Lawes School
End of Term Newsletter No 430 - Sir John Lawes School
End of Term Newsletter No 430 - Sir John Lawes School
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TELEPHONES<br />
We are currently experiencing intermittent problems with the school’s telephone system. The system is very old<br />
and we are hoping to replace it as soon as possible. In the meantime, please accept our sincere apologies for any<br />
inconvenience caused. If your call to the school is regarding a non-urgent issue, please email<br />
admin@sjl.herts.sch.uk or if you would like to speak with a member <strong>of</strong> staff email: initialsurname@sjl.herts.sch.uk<br />
for example tbrazier@sjl.herts.sch.uk. Emails are checked regularly so you can be sure <strong>of</strong> a prompt response.<br />
Thank you.<br />
LETTERS HOME THIS WEEK<br />
31 March – To all Parents/Guardians regarding the OFSTED Interim Assessment. Please see the school’s<br />
website or download a copy <strong>of</strong> the Ofsted letter from this link. A copy <strong>of</strong> the covering letter from Ms Robins can be<br />
downloaded from here.<br />
5 April 2011 - To all Parents/Guardians <strong>of</strong> SJL students, regarding Consultation on Change <strong>of</strong> Status <strong>of</strong> <strong>Sir</strong> <strong>John</strong><br />
<strong>Lawes</strong> <strong>School</strong> to an Academy. A copy <strong>of</strong> the letter can also be found on the school’s website or downloaded from<br />
this link.<br />
YEAR 12 PARENTS UCAS INFORMATION EVENING<br />
Wednesday, 27 th April 2011 change <strong>of</strong> date (Previously in calendar as Thursday 28th April)<br />
We are planning to hold a UCAS Information Evening on Wednesday, 27 th April at 7.00pm in the school hall. The<br />
information evening is designed for the parents <strong>of</strong> all Year 12 students considering making an application to university in<br />
the next academic year, and will provide information about the UCAS application process in general, how this process is<br />
supported by the school, researching courses and preparing for and writing effective Personal Statements. There will also<br />
be an opportunity to ask questions. As part <strong>of</strong> our Careers’ Day, Year 12 students have already begun to learn about the<br />
UCAS process and will receive a full programme <strong>of</strong> preparation lessons once they return from study leave in June. For this<br />
reason, students are not expected to attend the information evening.<br />
If you wish to attend, please email Mrs L Milton-Merrison on 6thformadmin@sjl.herts.sch.uk<br />
SPECIALISMS<br />
This term we have begun planning for our biennial Arts & Culture Festival. This fantastic event runs in the last<br />
week <strong>of</strong> the Summer term and all students from years 7, 8, 9, 10 and 12 will be involved. Students will enjoy a<br />
range <strong>of</strong> arts and culture based activities, including a trip to the Science Museum and IMAX in London. We know<br />
from previous years just how exciting and popular this event is, so we are greatly looking forward to it once again.<br />
More news to follow after Easter.<br />
We have been busy supporting a range <strong>of</strong> events including Drama GCSE showcases and evening shows such as<br />
Staff and Students in Their Eyes. In the coming weeks we will be helping other local groups and schools with their<br />
own shows and events as part <strong>of</strong> our community outreach work.<br />
I have been delighted once again by the range and scope <strong>of</strong> student films produced this term, including some<br />
fantastic music videos and film trailers. In particular, the BTEC students have made some spectacular Horror<br />
Movie Trailers featuring lots <strong>of</strong> Kensington Gore (stage blood!).<br />
As you may be aware, changes in central government policy and funding may affect some <strong>of</strong> the Specialist <strong>School</strong><br />
activities we can <strong>of</strong>fer in future, but SJL remains committed to maintaining the excellent work across the school<br />
and further afield our Specialist Statuses have afforded, so we can look forward to continuing our work in these<br />
areas to give our students the exceptional opportunities they enjoy so much.<br />
I look forward to sharing some photographs from our Arts & Cultural Festival with you next time.<br />
Alex Prior<br />
MUSIC NEWS<br />
<strong>Term</strong> Forthcoming Events<br />
Wednesday 15th June - Year 10 Showcase Evening<br />
This is to showcase the talent <strong>of</strong> our Year 10 musicians. All GCSE pupils will be taking part but the evening is<br />
open to anyone in Year 10 who would like to perform. I am open to suggestions about all types <strong>of</strong> music and<br />
ensembles performing! We will also hopefully have some original compositions being performed as well.
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