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The Easter Holiday we are approaching will be the
longest for several years. The combination of an early
Easter, with term ending on Thursday, and two training
days in April means that students will have a continuous
break of 19 days.
You might have followed media reports about different
school term dates - Wakefield are already on their
break - Durham doesn’t break until the week Leeds
schools return. Whatever your views on this, I hope
that the long holiday is of benefit to you and your
family.
I ask that, on returning to school, students pay
particular attention to a number of issues of concern
to us:
Uniform - Please remember
that the rule is ‘black shoes’. Black trainers,
or trainer-style shoes, are not acceptable. Also,
the only pullovers/sweatshirts that should be worn
in school are the official ones - we do offer three
options here, so students can express their own preference.
Mobile Phones - The use
of these is not allowed in school. We do remove mobile
phones from students if they do not observe this rule.
Additionally we need to remind students that we cannot
accept any responsibility for the security of mobile
phones. We take a similar approach with iPods and
MP3 players. The issues surrounding mobile phones
are complex and I am happy to discuss them with any
parent who has concerns regarding our stance.
A note to Parents - Later
in this newsletter, we mark the success of a number
of our students in sport. Of course, in addition to
the talent these young people possess, the encouragement,
interest and support of their families is crucial. The
same is true for academic success, as many parents realise
- a child’s chances of success are increased if
they are supported at home. The school can give guidance
on this. We list below some tips for exam success -
I hope you find them useful.
Mr Hall
Headteacher |
