Summer Newsletter 2020

The Matrix Challenge - matrix-challenge.com/
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In January, the Computing department entered around 400 students into the Matrix Challenge.
The Matrix Challenge is a cybersecurity challenge created and organised by the Yorkshire and
Humber Regional Cyber Crime Unit (YHRCCU) and is available to all 11-17-year-olds residing
in the United Kingdom. Stefano Lucia was 1 of the top 20 performers in the competition for 11
to 14 years in London. He was invited to the London region semi-final in March however this
was postponed because of COVID 19.
Cyber Discover - https://hub.joincyberdiscovery.com/sign-up/student
Cyber Discovery is open again for students who are interested in Cyber Security. You will have a
go at real-world cyberattacks, learning how cybersecurity experts play a vital role in protecting
our hospitals, banks, army, and police services!
John Fisher school code: analysis-taxes-citizens-plate
TCS Oxford Computing Challenge - tcsocc.uk/
In March, 18 students took part in the TCS Oxford Computing Challenge because of their
excellent performance in the Bebras Problem Solving Challenge. Five students achieved a
Merit certificate, Nicholas Graham, Adam Lorenz-Dobuch, Callum Donohue, Donovan Forde
and Dylan Graham. Well done to all the students for participating.
Computing blog - John Fisher School Blog
The Computing department has made a blog which showcases what students learn in Years 7-13.
The blog has useful information about building computers, links to learn different programming
languages and the range of Competitions entered in the department throughout the year. There
is a wealth of information if you want to get into a Computer Science career.
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