It was lovely to see so many of our year 11 at the VI Form open evening last night. Next week they sit their trial exams. In their assembly on Monday, protocols and expectations during exams were shared. This was a reminder of the things that are considered as malpractice if they occur by the examination boards. They must not have mobile phones or watches on them, only water in clear bottles without labels are allowed in the exam hall, pockets need to be empty and they must remain in silence throughout their exam from the time they walk in the door, to the time they leave. We have a duty to report malpractice in the summer exams, and we will, in order to ensure the integrity of our centre.
I appreciate that for some students this will be a stressful week. There are a significant number of exam staff to support students through this, as well as their tutors and Mrs Smith. Morning exams start at 9.00 am, students need to be lined up by 8.45 am. Punctuality to school is very important. We will be opening the doors to them at 8.00 am, offering a bacon baguette, toast and a drink. Please encourage them to take up this offer as there will be staff on hand to support them with any queries or anxieties they may have.
On Monday we had ‘Odd Socks’ day. Students and staff are encouraged to wear odd socks for the day and donate £1 for the Anti-Bullying Alliance. We raised £120! Thank you to everyone who took part.
Flu vaccinations are taking place in school on Monday. If you have completed a consent form sent out by the NHS school vaccination team, your child will be called for their vaccination during the day.
Emails were sent out this week regarding the Santa Dash. This is a fun run to Carisbrooke Castle to raise money for The Brainy Bunch. If your child would like to take part, please complete the consent form and return to school.
Our Federation School Panto will take place at Carisbrooke College on 5 and 6 December. If you would like to book tickets to the performance, you can do so using the Arbor App. We are also asking for donations of shop bought mince pies to offer the audience during the interval. If you would like to make a donation, please send your mince pies into school with your child and ask them to pass it to reception.
Congratulations on our top achievement point winners – year 7 Summer, year 8 Zack, year 9 Liam, year 10 Ruby-Jayne and year 11 Riley.
Have a good weekend.
Miss Begley
Head of School – Carisbrooke College