18th October 2019.

18th October 2019
Inside this Issue:
Tweets of the week
Recommended reads
Year 6 and Sixth Form
Open days
Top Tips for Revision
Interview with Miss
Bell
Bike Safety
Next issue: 8th November 2019

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CONTENTS
Sixth Form Poster Page 3
An interview with Miss Bell Page 4-5
Tweets of the Week Page 6-7
Open Days Page 8– 9
Recommended Reads Page 10-11
Top Tips for revision Page 12
Operation Christmas Child Page 13
Learning Cycle in Character Page 14
Bike Safety Page 15
E-Safety Page 16-17
Term Calendar Page 18
ON THE COVER
Year 6 & Sixth Form Open Day
Top Tips for Revision

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This week we spoke to Miss Bell, Teaching scholar and SEN administrator
at King’s…
Do you have a flightpath?
I do have a flight path now, although it hasn't
always necessarily been clear to me what I wanted to
do. I always say I accidentally became a swimming
teacher and most of my flight path so far has been
accidental, I'll never turn down an opportunity even if
I'm not 100% sure because you never know where it
will take you. Swim teaching took me out to Australia
after university, where I worked with some
amazing Australian coaches and taught swimming
lessons in the sea surrounded by a shark proof net,
which was such a surreal experience! I came home
and knew I wanted to work with young people, but I
wanted a new challenge and not to be in freezing cold
water all day! I saw an advert for the job at King’s, at
the time I wasn't sure if I wanted to teach at a primary
or secondary school and thought that being a teaching
scholar was a nice way to try it out and I've loved
What inspires you?
My biggest inspiration is definitely proving people wrong, I'll always remember a college tutor
telling me I wasn't cut out for university so I went to university and got myself a First Class degree
in History. Besides that I'm so lucky to have amazing parents who have always supported me,
both of my parents would do anything to help anyone and I'd like to think I try my best to be like
them. Also my twin because he is the most relaxed person you'll ever meet and honestly I wish I
was a little more like him! Finally my grandad, who always said, 'you're only young once so take
every opportunity you can' and over the last few years I have certainly tried to.

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Are you involved in any extracurricular activities?
Outside of school I volunteer with a youth group and with Penketh Swimming Club, where I
swam for 10 years, I also teach swimming lessons at the weekend. I've volunteered with Penketh
two nights a week for six years now and it has provided me with so many opportunities and really
boosted my confidence when I started I would hardly speak to anyone but in Australia I thought
nothing of shouting over 250 children singing Baby Shark. With my friends I go wild-camping and
attempt triathlons, we recently got first place in the North West Relay Triathlon. I also try to swim
two nights a week and recently met my target of swimming two miles, so I've got a bigger
challenge set for next year.
What drew you to King’s?
I was drawn to king’s because of its values and it was the right opportunity at the right
time. The staff were so welcoming at the interview that I immediately felt like part of the team
and it was really important to me to find somewhere I felt like I belonged. I really like the
strong community feel at King’s and am astounded on a daily basis by the acts of kindness
shown by the students towards each other, and the loveliness of everyone.
What is your greatest achievement?
My greatest achievement is definitely moving to Australia, the prospect of moving out to
university had terrified me just a few years before so I had stayed at home, when I got the job
everyone said I wouldn't go. Being a twin I'd always had someone by my side on the first day
of school, at social events and even in my GCSE exams! So moving to the other side of the
world on my own was definitely a huge jump into the unknown but I am so proud of myself for
it.
What is your favourite part of the day?
I can't choose one part of the day, I enjoy all of it. My job is amazing because I get to see so
many different subjects and so many wonderful teachers everyday.
Have you learnt anything new whilst being here at King’s?
I have learnt so much, both about myself and about teaching which will hopefully all help when
I'm completing my own teacher training!

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We recently hosted two
open days, a year 6 Open
day and a Sixth form open
day on the 10th October
and Saturday the 12th of
October.
All students got a real feel
for the jump from GCSE to
A-Levels.
Thanks to all staff and
students that helped
out! Also a big thanks to
all the families that
came and made the day
a great success!

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This was an opportunity to give each
child from surrounding primary schools a
taster of the different subjects that we
offer:
-English, Maths, science, History,
Geography, Drama, Music , Art, Pe,
Dance, Spanish and Computer Science.
As you can see in the pictures below from
the science taster, the activity was to find
out ‘Who murdered Einstein.’ This was a
fun packed afternoon with lots of problem
solving!

This fictional murder mystery by Agatha Christie is a
classic read and a firm favourite with many people
even though it was written decades ago. It's been
adapted several times over the years including the
recent adaptation by Kenneth Branagh who plays the
lead role of the famous Belgian detective, Hercule
Poirot. The ending is now known by a lot of people
but it's still a good read especially if it hasn't been
revealed to you yet! Christie does what she always
does in this book - fools you right at the start by
leading you to make a false assumption that you
never question throughout the novel. Without even
questioning this assumption, she can throw clues at
you, bombard you with information, motives, means,
opportunities and a bucket of red herrings and, no
matter how she tantalises you with hints of the truth,
you'll never manage to work out the solution. Only
when you realise you were on the wrong track right
from the start and didn't even know there was some
other way of looking at the situation, can you begin to
understand what happened in this great murder
mystery - and that'll only happens when Christie
herself reveals the solution through Poirot! If you
enjoy colourful characters, interesting plots and
intriguing mysteries that will definitely confuse you
but yet make you want to keep on reading, then this is
the book for you! Give it a go and you might find you
want to read some of Agatha Christie's other
mysteries - she wrote 80 mystery novels (and lots of
others too!) so there's plenty to have a go at!
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The state of Israel gives non-Jews who saved Jewish lives,
or attempted to save Jewish lives, the formal recognition of
being Righteous Among the Nations. In the introduction to
his 2002 book The Righteous: The Unsung Heroes of the
Holocaust, Martin Gilbert quotes Baruch Sharoni, a member
of the committee that recognises the Righteous, as writing
"[S]o many more who could have contributed to the rescue
did not ... I see the savers as true noble souls of the human
race, and when I meet with them I feel somewhat inferior to
them. For I know that if I had been in their place I wouldn't
have been capable of such deeds." It is this sentiment
which resonates as one reads Markus Zusak's truly
remarkable novel.
In The Book Thief, the man hiding a Jew named Max
Vandenburg is decorator and part-time accordion player
Hans Hubermann. One of the reasons why he's hiding this
particular man is because Max's father saved his own life
when they were both German soldiers in the first world war.
He and his wife Rosa have also adopted a girl named Liesel,
the main character of this tale. The growing relationships
between Hubermann and Liesel and, later, Liesel and Max
Vandenburg are central to the plot.
To reveal that the story is told by Death himself may well
conjure up images of Terry Pratchett's Death, in the
Discworld novels, or even seem distasteful or wholly
inappropriate considering the subject matter. In Zusak's
hands, this narrative device is none of these things. It gives
a unique and compassionate voice to a narrator who can
comment on human's inhumanity to human without being
ponderous, "worthy" or even quite understanding us at
times.
This is a beautifully balanced piece of storytelling with
glimpses of what is yet to come: sometimes misleading,
sometimes all too true. We meet all shades of German, from
truly committed Nazis to the likes of Hans Hubermann.
Zusak is no apologist, but able to give a remarkable insight
into the human psyche.

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It may only be October but Operation Christmas Child at King's has been officially
launched! The shoeboxes will be sent across the world to disadvantaged children in
time for Christmas and many of these children do not receive any other presents
throughout the year at all so it really does make a difference to them! All the forms at
King's have been asked to put together as many as they can ready to be collected in
mid-November - and based on our total last year of 239, we are hopeful that we will
have many boxes to send this year! The project is run by Samaritan's Purse, an
organisation that gives the boxes out to anyone who wants them with no strings
attached and have been doing so for many years!
If you would like to help out with this great initiative then feel free to put together your
own shoebox and bring it in to reception. If you are pushed for time but would like to
help, we would also like empty shoeboxes or packs of items that we can distribute
across other shoeboxes such as toothbrushes or toys - any help you'd like to give
would be amazing! We need everything in by 6th November to give time for the
transportation of these boxes around the world!

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At King’s we place our ASPIRE values at the heart of everything we do. This Learning Cycle we focus
on our values of ASPIRATION AND ACHIEVEMENT.
Our values of aspiration and achievement are focused on our ‘no glass ceilings’ approach to learning.
We want every student to aim high and believe in themselves. With hard work, they can achieve their
very best and see their dreams become a reality.
We link our values to important life lessons and so every year group has a lesson a week in Character –
here we look at Personal, Social, Moral and Economic (PSHE) areas. Additionally our Super Learning
Day will link to the topics covered too. Topics covered this Learning Cycle include;
Year 7 – Aspiring to be myself (transition to high school and independence).
Year 8 – Aspiring for better opportunities (strengths, weaknesses and types of work)
Year 9 – Aspiring for employment (employment in the UK and working rights).
Year 10 – Aspiring to understand my country and its values (democracy, migration and human rights).
Year 11 – Aspiring to be independent (the world of personal finance).
Topics we will also discuss in assemblies include;
1) British Values and democracy; Parliament feedback
2) Diversity and Culture Month (King’s September focus)
3) Revision skills and planning
4) Parliament Month (King’s October focus) – Make Your Mark campaign.
Finally, in Public Speaking, Philosophy and Ethics students study current affairs and topical issues so
that we continue to develop the social, moral, spiritual and cultural development of our young people in
order to make them successful citizens.

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An important reminder about bicycle safety
Please can we encourage all pupils to purchase a
light for their bikes to ensure safety when riding.
As it is now often dark by 4pm, it is important to
ensure that motorists can see you. Please also
remember to be safe and self-aware as you ride,
and wear a helmet and high visibility clothing.
Your school uniform is very dark, so it is worth
thinking about how to improve your visibility.
For more information on bicycle safety, please
visit the following website:
https://www.cheshire.police.uk/advice-and-support/
bicycle-safety-and-security/

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The Internet can be wonderful for students They can use it to research school reports, communicate with
teachers and other students, and play interactive games.
However, online access also comes with risks, like inappropriate content, cyberbullying, and people they
meet online who may not be genuine. Using apps and websites where students interact, these people may
pose as a child or teen looking to make a new friend. They might prod the child to exchange personal
information, such as address and phone number, or encourage students to call them, seeing their phone
number via caller ID.
Parents should be aware of what their kids see and hear on the Internet, who they meet, and what they share about themselves. Talk with your
kids, use tools to protect them, and keep an eye on their activities
Online Protection Tools
Online tools let you control student access to adult material and help protect them from Internet predators. Many Internet service providers (ISPs) provide
parent-control options. You can also get software that helps block access to sites and restricts personal information from being sent online. Other programs
can monitor and track online activity.
Getting Involved in Students Online Activities
More important than blocking objectionable material is teaching our students safe and responsible online behaviour, and keeping an eye on their Internet use.
The school covers topics like this throughout the ASPIRE curriculum, often during the times when students are not in school issues can arise.
Basic guidelines to share with your child for safe online use:
Follow the family rules, and those set by the Internet service provider.
Never post or trade personal pictures.
Never reveal personal information, such as address, phone number, or school name or location.
Use only a screen name and don't share passwords (other than with parents).
Never agree to get together in person with anyone met online without parent approval and/or supervision.
Never respond to a threatening email, message, post, or text.
Always tell a parent or other trusted adult about any communication or conversation that was scary or hurtful.
As students get older, it gets a little trickier to monitor their time spent online. They may carry a smartphone with them at all times. They probably want — and
need some privacy. This is healthy and normal, as they're becoming more independent from their parents. The Internet can provide a safe "virtual"
environment for exploring some newfound freedom if precautions are taken. Talking about the sites and apps teens use and their online experiences will raise
awareness. Discuss the dangers of interacting with strangers online and remind them that people online don't always tell the truth. Explain that passwords are
there to protect against things like identity theft. They should never share them with anyone, even a boyfriend, girlfriend, or best friend.

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King’s Term Time Calendar
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October 2019
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
30 1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9 10 Sixth form
Open evening 5-7.30pm
11 12 Year 6 Open
day 10am-1pm
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14 15 16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 Yr 7 Brathay
Trip Day 1
25 Yr 7 Brathay
Trip Day 2. Term ends
26 27
28 29 30 31 1 2 3
November 2019
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
4 Term begins 5 6 7 Y11&y13
Consultation evening
8 9 10
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
25 26 27 28 29 30