On Tuesday 15 November, we had a Federated Careers event held at the Medina Theatre. It was a very informative evening starting with guest speakers from some of the post 16 providers on the island. They shared the opportunities and gave guidance on the different pathways that are available. The students then had the opportunity of talking to over twenty exhibitors from island businesses, the NHS and the forces, in the sports hall. Those students who were unable to attend will receive the information booklets given out on the evening. Talking to some of our students it was clear that they left with a lot of information regarding their options after year 11.
Next Friday, most year 11 students will attend the Island VI Form for their ‘taster day’. This will give them an insight into what it is like to attend a VI Form and the differences between secondary school and further education. It is also an opportunity to find out about new subjects which would be available to them such as criminology and forensic science.
Next Thursday, a group of year 8 students will be visiting Southampton University for them to experience ‘A day in the life of a student’ at a university. We will share how they get on in next week’s newsletter.
Tomorrow, Independent Arts in Newport are allowing a ‘Student Takeover’ event, between 10 am – 4 pm. Students from across the Federation will be taking on roles such as managers, creative practitioners, meeters and greeters and fundraisers. All details have been designed by our students, including publicity, window displays, workshop ideas and music. Please pop in if you are able.
As shared last week, tickets for our Federative production of Wendy and Peter Pan are on sale, so if you have not already done so, please support our young people by buying tickets for one of the performances on Wednesday 7 December or Thursday 8 December. Tickets can be bought online through Medina Theatre.
Can I please take this opportunity to remind you that students require a suitable coat now that winter is here. With all of the rain this week, we have had students arrive at school with no coats and so very wet for the rest of the day.
Attendance has dropped at the college this week. I cannot stress how important regular school attendance is for giving children the best possible start in life. The aim should be to attend 100% of the time. Students who miss school frequently can fall behind with their work and do less well in exams.
Have a lovely weekend.