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July 13th 2020
Can I take this opportunity to thank each of you for your ongoing support
during this uncertain time. Your words of support and thanks have meant
a great deal to the staff at Brynmawr Foundation School. We have all
missed our normal school life and we cannot wait for all of our pupils to
return.
This is the final parent bulletin of this academic year.
Our summer term officially ends this Friday 17th July.
We will be inform you later this week on the arrangements for the new
school year in September.
GCSE Results day is held on 20th August and again, further information
regarding this will be sent out to you from Mr Williams.
Please stay safe and have a wonderful summer break.
Parent and Pupil Surveys
Please look out for a survey which has been sent out to parents/carers and pupils. The purpose of this survey
is to gain feedback from yourselves regarding a variety of aspects, identifying our strengths and areas you feel
we may need to develop going forward. As always, your feedback and suggestions are extremely valuable in
allowing us to continue on our improvement journey.
Thank you S Lake, Deputy Headteacher
School in September
As you may have read, the Welsh Assembly Government (WAG) have announced that the return to
school in September will be changing in that more pupils will be expected to return to us on a full
time basis. More information regarding when your child will need to return to us will be sent out
following further guidance to be received by WAG.
Brynmawr Foundation School
Ysgol Sylfaenol Brynmawr Weekly Bulletin 14
Important Updates
School re-opening on 13/07
The school will be re-opening on 13 July.
As you are aware, one year group will attend and in order for your child to access a place at school
this week, you need to have let us know. You have been sent information detailing the arrival time
and room number they are in. However, if they can’t remember, there will be staff outside on hand
to help them. Again, please be advised that if they have not applied for a place this week, they will
not have a place and will need to return home. Pupils are expected to wear their uniform if they are
able to.
Monday: Year 10
Tuesday: Year 9
Wednesday: Year 8
Thursday: Year 10
Friday: Year 7
During this final week we will also have additional chemical portaloos and hand washing facilities available
for pupils and staff.
Although we will only be open for one week before the summer holidays begin, it is still extremely important
for your child to have the opportunity to ‘check in and catch up’ and to have face to face contact with your
child.
During the sessions in this week together we will reflect on the pupils’ wellbeing and also prepare for
September.
End of Year Reports
Over the coming days year 7, year 8 and year 9 parents will receive progress reports. Here is some additional
information to help you understand these reports.
Targets:
This year we have reported targets, set externally, for pupils based on national models and prior achievement.
However, as more and more of our pupils are now exceeding these targets we are developing more ambitious
targets for our pupils that will roll out from September 2020. If your child is showing that they are currently
predicted a grade/level above their target this shows that their teacher expects them to perform above national
expectations, which is outstanding.
Current Teacher Assessments:
Year 7 and Year 8: These are reported traditionally as a level with A,B,C indicating Very Secure, Secure and
occasionally works at this level but more consistency needed respectively. E.g. 3A is a Very secure Level 3 while
6C shows potential for Level 6.
Year 9: At Brynmawr, KS4 options begin in Year 9 so we record GCSE grades which will have a 1,2,3 indicating
how secure that grade is. E.g C1 is a very secure Grade C and A*3 shows potential for A*
Year 9 - Sociology:
If your child is studying GCSE Sociology, this grade will be reported as a number and not the traditional letter.
This is because England has reformed their grading system and Sociology is run by an English exam board. The
traditional grade/level equivalent are as follows:
Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any further questions or suggestions for what you would like to
see included in future reports.
Important: UNIFORM Please be advised that as school will now be returning to ‘normal’ sooner than we anticipated, all pupils will need to ensure that they wear FULL SCHOOL UNIFORM. From this year we have introduced a jumper to our uniform. This is a V necked jumper with our logo which can be purchased from the normal retailers. The jumper is optional and may be worn by most in the colder months. GIRLS
Navy blue school blazer with badge
White blouse – long/short sleeve with no design
Plain black skirt of an appropriate length/ black tailored trousers (No jeans/jeggings/leggings)
Plain black V neck jumper with school logo (Optional)
School tie
Black suitable shoes (leather / leather like)
Black/white plain socks/black tights PE KIT—GIRLS
Plain white Polo shirt
School outdoor rugby top (not needed first half term)
Navy blue shorts or leggings
Trainers
White socks or Red/green hooped socks
Shin pads are advisable for some sports (not needed first half term)
BOYS
Navy blue school blazer with badge
White shirt – long/short sleeve with no design
Plain black trousers (No jeans)
Plain black V-necked jumper with school logo (Optional)
School tie
Black suitable shoes (leather/leather like)
Black plain socks PE KIT—BOYS
Plain white Polo shirt
School outdoor rugby top (not needed first half term)
White shorts
Trainers
Football/rugby boots
Shin pads are advisable for some sports (not needed first half term)
COATS Pupils are required to wear a dark coloured coat. No hooded jumpers/denim/leather jackets allowed. Pupils will be asked to remove all outerwear by the members of staff on duty before entering the school building. HAIRSTYLES Hairstyles must not be extreme e.g with bright unnatural colours (e.g. pink, green or blue) shaved into patterns JEWELLERY & MAKE UP Jewellery should not be worn for security
and safety reasons.
Pupils are allowed to wear one
plain stud in each ear. Other
piercings are not permitted.
Please be reminded that pupils
will be asked to remove any
additional piercings.
A watch maybe worn. No excessive make
up. No acrylic nails or false eyelashes
allowed. Tattoos are not permitted.
In this bulletin you will find:
Celebrations of pupils’ efforts and work this past week from staff
Information from each faculty area and examples of pupil work
Important information from School
Wellbeing information
Key information from Blaenau Gwent
Home Learning access information
Contact details for all of our staff Live Lessons Agreement
Live Streamed lessons/Tutorials Y9 and Y10 We have now launched our live streaming lessons and tutorials and these will continue until the end of term for Y9 and Y10 only. These sessions will be run though Microsoft Teams on HWB platform. Please follow the guidelines below on how to accept these invitations. We ask that all pupils (and their parents/carers) invited agree to the guidelines as set out by Welsh Government by completing the form on this link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Ug4_TzS3ZEGUCRtgHRR5k4ycEwiTwlVLh8AzgE3JniRUMjJRRU5JTldOQkNMOVUwWFU5RkQyQVZUNC4u If this has already been completed - thank you - you do not need to do it again. How to log into HWB to find Team live streaming lesson/tutorial invitations: https://youtu.be/N4jDiU2s-r0 Log into Hwb using pupil log in and password (provided at the start of lockdown) Click Office 365 icon Choose Outlook Accept the invitation to the live streamed lesson or tutorial. YOU MUST REPLY ‘YES’ THAT YOU ARE ATTENDING! Return to School Video
Despite the school not opening as planned on 29th June, if you haven’t already had the opportunity, please do
watch our video which has been created to help provide you and your children with some further reassurance of
the measures we have taken to ensure that we are fully prepared for your child’s return to school on 13th July.
It is available to watch on You tube (Brynmawr school social distancing) Special thanks to David Long, our Site
Manager, and his team, for all of their hard work in helping to ensure that the school is fully prepared.
Social Distancing at Brynmawr School and is accessible via You Tube https://youtu.be/nUdqJjVZqN0
EXPRESSIVE ARTS Drama
Year 7- Alex G, Sam C, Caleb W Year 8- Angela F, Seren D, Callum B Year 9- Shamima A, McKenzie M, Tia W Year 10- Josh P ART Year 7 – Lois E Oliver A Finley W Year 8- Daniel B Year 9- Sienna G Year 10- Charlie J Music Year 7- Oliver A, Lois T, Alex G and Sam C Year 8- Saul W and Georgie W Year 9- Mia T PE: Year 7 - Anthony T & Lois T Year 8 - Ellie M & Saul W Year 9 - Ben T & Kaycee T Year 10- Jessica M
LANGUAGE, LITERACY & COMMUNICATION English: Year 9 pupils: Carys W Cerys S Dylan H Abilash G Carys J Ethan J MFL: Year 7: Caleb W Welsh: Year 7: Finley W Year 8: Jacob P Year 10:Molly H SCIENCE Year 7 Finley W Year 8 Sam A Year 9 Abilash G Poppy M Kaycee T
MATHEMATICS Year 7
Tia J Hadlee D Harvey S
Year 8
Samuel A Keane L Thomas E
Year 9
Chloe B Alexander P Charles T
Year 10
Jack C Caelan J Evan R
HUMANITIES History and Sociology Year 7: Mali T, Anthony T, Caleb W, Amelia B, Poppi-Marie E Year 8: Seren D Year 9: Alex P, Mason T, Poppy M, Melissa R, Ioan H, Sophie A. W, Year 10: Kirsten S, Joel B, Owen N, Elise J, Mia S Geography Year 7: Braydon F, Morgan S, Tia J, Daisy N Year 8: Seren D, Daniel B Year 9: Abilash G Year 10: Jamie B, Charlie J, Molly H ICT Year 7: Declan F, Libbie L, Morgan S, Mali T, Anthony T Year 8: Lainie C Seren D, Corey H Year 9: Abilash G ,Ellie H, Cara J, Mckenzie M, Poppy Mc, Katie M, Alex P, Ismael V, Sophie W Year 10: Megan B Beth C, Madelyn D, Molly H Tegan M, Hannah P Ryan P. RE
Year 7: Anthony T, Braydon F, Ieuan G, Kian W, Miya P Year 8: Seren D Year 9: Ellie H, Mason T, Tia W, Year 10: Owen N, Kirsten S
Overall Learners of the Week
Year 7 Anthony T Year 8 Lainie C Year 9 McKenzie-Leigh M Year 10 Tegan M
Home Learning Award
The first set of Home Learning certificates have now been sent out! Those pupils in the top 20% of
achievement points in Classcharts have been selected for this award. Well done!
Another set of certificates will be sent out in the final week of term!
Remember you and your child are able to access Classcharts regularly to see the achievement points on your
child’s account. Please continue to praise them on their efforts and engagement. If you do not have access to
your account, please don’t hesitate to contact the school at [email protected].
THE LLC BULLETIN
Monday 13th July 2020
Languages, Literacy and Communication
Here is a snippet of Anthony Thomas’ blog
about a trip to Paris. It’s an impressive piece of
work for a Year 7.
Can you spot the language techniques and
ambitious vocabulary he has used?
‘
I arrived in Paris aboard a coach with my
two friends Bob and Gill and was welcomed
by the Eiffel Tower, as if it were watching
over me. The beautiful city surrounded me,
and I was engulfed in the excitement of
where to go, what to do, and in what order.
However, I was too tired to experience it, so
I decided to save it for another day or so.’
On this day in 1818, English poet John Keats wrote "In the Cottage Where Burns is Born", "Lines
Written in the Highlands", and "Gadfly"
Miss Williams’ Fact of the Week!
A new word is created every 98 minutes, which is about 14.7
words a day.
Lewis Carroll (author of Alice’s Adventures in
Wonderland) created the word ‘chortled’
The poet John Milton created the word
‘pandemonium’
The name Wendy did not exist until J M Barrie
(author of Peter Pan) first used it in his work
Year 9 – Live
Lessons! Year 9 live lessons will continue this week,
taking place on
Monday: 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Wednesday: 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Thursday: 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Please contact your English Teacher if you
are unsure of your HWB email address.
Here is an extract from Tia W’s LLC
Project. Excellent work, Tia!
THE LLC BULLETIN
Monday 13th July 2020
Languages, Literacy and Communication
As it is the final bulletin of the term, the LLC faculty wanted to take this opportunity to say an enormous ‘thank you’ and ‘well
done’ for all the efforts of our pupils during lockdown. It has been a difficult time for everyone, but receiving the wonderful
work and knowing that our pupils have been engaging positively with our work has made us incredibly proud of each and
every one of the pupils at Brynmawr Foundation School.
We think that our pupils are extremely inspiring young people. This global pandemic has been unprecedented, and our
pupils have managed it with bravery, tenacity, resilience, positivity, ingenuity and, most of all, kindness.
Lastly, we would also like to thank parents for supporting their children at home; we appreciate everything you have done
and we appreciate the support you’ve shown us!
Have a great summer. Stay safe! Mrs Pearce and the LLC Faculty!
A message from Miss Olden:
It has been a strange old time. There have been
moments of anxiety, paranoia and fear but; this has
also been a time to pause, reflect and take
stock…remember what we have to be grateful
for…remember what we used to take for
granted…what we miss.
I am grateful for my family and friends. I am grateful
that I am safe and cared for. I have missed my daily
interactions with you, my pupils: always delightfully
unpredictable, challenging and amazing. You are what
makes teaching great. As much as we look to educate
and guide you, do not under-estimate how much we
learn from you.
Unfortunately, my journey with you, at Brynmawr, has
come to an end as I will not be returning in
September. As sad as this makes me, I will carry
forward a wealth of memories. These memories will
make my life richer. So, thankyou all. Carry on aspiring
and believing that anything is possible.
Be safe, Miss O
A message from Mr Atkins:
It’s been a strange end to the term – not being able to
teach you – but I’m very excited for September and all
it might bring.
Have a well-deserved rest this summer and see you all
in the autumn.
A message from Miss Williams:
Thank you to all pupils who have sent me work over
lockdown, showing an enthusiasm for English and your
own learning (you know who you are). I have seen
some fantastic pieces of work and you should all be
proud.
I hope you have a great summer and I look forward to
seeing you in September. Take care, look after
yourselves, as well as others, and enjoy your time off.
A message from Miss Bentley:
Oh, how I have missed you all!
Lockdown has been a frightening, surreal, lonely experience, but it has brought out the very best in people and has reminded us
all the invaluable importance and wealth of human kindness. I am so looking forward to seeing you all again in September – to be
able to spend my days with the inspiring, funny, insightful, kind and dedicated pupils of Brynmawr is a privilege that has been
reiterated to me over these past months. Have a wonderful summer. Be kind. Miss B. x
CYMRAEG
Isod mae detholiad o waith ein bod wedi derbyn dros y misoedd diwethaf, ac rydyn ni mor falch o’r dysgwyr i gyd am eu gwaith caled a’u hymdrechion. Rydyn ni’n edrych ymlaen at eich gweld chi i gyd ym mis Medi 2020. Below is a selection of work that we have received over the last few months, and we are so proud of all the learners for their hard work and efforts. We look forward to seeing you all in September 2020.
#ArhoswchYnDdiogel #StaySafe
Seren’s PowerPoint about Wales and Patagonia Kirsten’s diary aboard the Mimosa
Ieuan’s Duolingo progress Poppy’s diary aboard the Mimosa
Abilash’s PowerPoint on the Third Mabinogi Branch Mia’s PPE Practice Talia’s poster on Cymru
Monday 13th July 2020
THE LLC BULLETIN
Languages, Literacy and Communication
Mrs Twinberrow’s pick of the week!
Little Nicholas (French: Le Petit Nicolas), also known
as Petit Nicolas (UK),[3] is a 2009 French-Belgian
family comedy film directed by Laurent Tirard, who
co-wrote with Grégoire Vigneron and Alain Chabat.
It is based on a series of children's books by René
Goscinny. In 1960s Paris, a young boy named
Nicolas and his friends get into all sorts of mischief,
both intentional and unintentional. Matters worsen
when Nicolas, a single child, thinks his mother is
pregnant and a baby brother is forthcoming. A
friend of Nicolas's has a baby brother and thinks
brotherhood is horrible. Thanks to his friend's ideas,
Nicolas believes this means his parents don't love
him anymore and will abandon him. He and his pals
embark on several schemes to raise 500 francs to
have the baby kidnapped and left in a jungle.
Spanish and French Department
MFL Star of the Week
I would love to hear your opinions on any of
the films that you have watched!
We’ve had lots of brilliant work handed in
this week and it has been difficult to
choose! Well done to everyone who has
sent in projects. The standard has been
great and we have enjoyed reading through
them.
This is a snippet of the work done
by Ieuan G in year 7.
Did You Know?
The Spanish language is spoken in
many areas of the world due to the
early influence of the Spanish Empire.
Monday 13th July 2020
THE LLC BULLETIN
, Literacy and Communication
Spanish and French Department
This week would have been our trip to Paris. We were
due to leave on Tuesday 14th July which is Bastille Day.
Bastille Day, or the French National Day, is celebrated on July 14th every
year in France. It is a day to celebrate and remember the beginning of the
French Revolution, following the storming of the Bastille in Paris, which was
a fortress and prison representing French Royalty in 1789.
Bastille Day symbolizes the overthrow of
the monarchy and the beginning of a new
French Republic. On July 14, 1789, the
common people of France stormed Bastille,
a military prison, to show their opposition
to the tyrannical rule of the French
aristocrats.
Several Bastille Day traditions contribute
to the festivities of the French national
holiday, but the biggest tradition is the
parade that takes place every year on the
morning of Bastille Day.
We look forward to going on our trip to Paris next year instead, which will be leaving
on Monday 12th July. If anyone would like to find out more about coming with us on
the trip next year, please contact Mrs Twinberrow on [email protected]
LLC Learners of Lockdown: English: Mrs Price: Kirsten S (Yr 10) and Sadie E (Yr 10) Mrs Pearce: Daniel B (Yr 8), Hannah P(Yr 10) and William J (Yr 10) Mrs Williams : Ben T (Yr 9) and Sam A(Yr 8) Miss Bentley: Anthony T (Yr 7) and Seren D (Yr 8) Mr Atkins: McKenzie M and Ellie H (Yr 9) Miss Olden: Caleb W (Yr 7), Callum B (Yr 8), Rhys C(Yr 9) and C(Yr 9) Mrs Jones: Bradley G(Yr 9), Kacey T (Yr 9) and Hadlee D (Yr 7)
MFL: Year 9 Cerys W Year 8 Seren D Year 7 Ieuan G Welsh: Y7 - Finley W Y8 - Seren D Y9 - Ellie H Y10 - Kirsten S
Faculty of
Over lockdown, we have been blown away by the resilience, creativity and ingenuity shown by our learners
in science. All year groups have more than shown that they are excellent scientists outside the classroom
and have continued to work hard on every piece of work we have set. In addition to our usual scientists of
the week, each teacher has nominated a “Scientist of the Lockdown” for exceptional work displayed over
this challenging period of home learning. Well done to everyone who has submitted work and to parents
for your role in helping to support our learners with their science work.
Scientists of the week: Finley W, Sam A, Abilash G, Poppy Mc Kaycee T. Da iawn pawb!
Our Scientists of the Lockdown:
Ms Marasco– Molly H
Molly is conscientious with an eye for detail and excellent
presentation. She even tackled the higher tier calculations and symbol equations – well done!
Miss Webb– Ellie H
I have been absolutely blown away by Ellie’s work ethic and eagerness to improve. The video she
produced on the digestive system was outstanding! Her correspondence has also been a joy and
she is displaying a real mature attitude to her studies!
Mr Bartlett – Melissa R
Melissa has maintained a structured and committed attitude to her lockdown
studies, ensuring that tasks have been completed to a high standard. On top
of the home learning tasks that have been prescribed, Melissa has insisted on
further developing her studies in science by accessing additional online
resources. As her physics teacher and Head of Year, I am incredibly proud!
Braydon is a developing as a scientist and demonstrated Mrs Jones Braydon F
excellent research skills. I have particularly been impressed
with his presentation skills!
Excellent effort from the beginning from Seren. Her attitude to Miss Williams Seren D
home learning is exemplary and she has continued to be
conscientious throughout the completion of her lockdown
studies. Very well done!
Key Contacts Please send work to: Biology – [email protected] Chemistry – [email protected] Physics –
[email protected] Applied - [email protected] Y7 – [email protected] Y8 - [email protected] Kahoot Challenges! Year 9 and 10 we have one final challenge for you! Check out google classroom for more details! Top
Kahoot Players: Melissa R, Ben D, Ellen D and Jake W.
Mathematics is a field that many people shy away from, but there are some who had a passion for
numbers and making discoveries regarding equations, measurements and other numerical solutions
in history. They looked for ways to understand the world as it relates to numbers and their
contributions have been very important for numerous generations.
Take our Kahoot! Quiz to see how much you know about the history of mathematics!
Game Pin: 08822081
40 pupils in year 7 and 8 were randomly
selected to participate in this year’s maths challenge
online. Well done to everybody who took part.
Results are now in, please email Miss Lorimar for your
results before Friday 17th July.
Certificates will be posted out before the end of term.
Set 10/1 10/2 10/3 10/4 10/5 10/6 9/1 9/2 9/3 9/4 9/5 9/6 9N
% 67% 64% 61% 62% 48% 67% 83% 62% 65% 60% 48% 54% 44%
Set 8/1 8/2 8/3 8/4 8/5 7/1 7/2 7/3 7/4 7/5 7/7
% 80% 78% 73% 74% 39% 71% 73% 71% 66% 59% 60%
Well done to everybody completing the mathswatch tasks set every week. Please keep up the
excellent effort until the end of term.
Years 7 & 8
Your final project is available on google
classroom. Please continue to submit your work.
Years 9 & 10
Please check google classroom for
resources/lessons available, which will help you
complete the 3rd mathswatch task each week.
Careers Wales Here are the actual links to the surveys for you to promote with schools, parents and students… CW Parents/Carers Survey https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/IMQ2MYParents/ CW Headteachers/Principals Survey https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/HBJ84AHeadteachers/ CW Subject Teachers Survey https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/243BZETeachers/ CW Careers Co-ordinators Survey https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/4JRBGLCo-ordinators/ CW Pupil Survey https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/O156L1EdCust/ -
Prynhawn Da / Good Afternoon;
Dim ond ebost sydyn i’ch hysbysu o adnoddau
ychwanegol gyrfaoedd all eich disgyblion ei wneud
adra.
Rydym wedi datblygu gweithlyfrau I gyd fynd
gyda rhai gweminarau Gyrfa Cymru ar feysydd
gwaith enodol.
Ydy’n bosib I chi hyrwyddo rhain I’ch disgyblion
plis?
https://gyrfacymru.llyw.cymru/cynllunio-eich-
gyrfa/adnoddau-addysg-gyrfa-cymru
Diolch
Just a quick email to make you aware of the
additional career resources we have developed
that your pupils can use at home.
These are worksheets linked to the webinars that
Careers Wales have produced for various work
sectors
Please could you promote these to your pupils.
https://careerswales.gov.wales/plan-your-
career/careers-wales-education-resources
Thank you
The Mathematical Challenge is a 60-minute multiple-choice competition aimed at pupils across the UK. The challenge
develops and encourages mathematical reasoning, precision of thought and fluency.
On Friday 26th June a small selection of Year 7 and 8 pupils participated in the UK Maths Challenge Event online.
As a maths faculty we are incredibly proud of the effort that pupils made to participate and we have had some
fantastic results. We also want to thank all parents/guardians who supported their child in completing the challenge
online.
Well done to all of you who participated.
The following pupils all obtained a certificate:
Poppi – Marie E Declan B
Leonie E Mia B
Lois E
Lainie C
Braydon F
Grace H
Lilly G
Abby H
Callum G
Flora H
Ting H
Corey H
Samuel A
Olivia- May M
Meadow R
Grace T
Georgie W
The following pupils also obtained an additional award:
Leonie E – Best in Year Samuel A– Bronze Lainie C – Bronze Abby H – Bronze Olivia-May M – Silver and Best in School
A massive well done to all of you!
As a Drama Department we
encourage pupils to view as
much Live Theatre as possible
during this time. This is where
students will enhance their
knowledge and understanding
of performance & technical
aspects of a production. Here
are a few you can stream to
your Home!
The Drama Department continues to receive excellent work. Key Stage 3 are working on the
theme Festivals and this week researched Theatre roles
Please submit Drama work to: [email protected]
Follow the Drama Department
on Twitter:
@Drama_PA_BFS
We are extremely proud to see
our Year 10 pupil, Sadie E
perform WHEN YOU BELIEVE
from The Prince Of Egypt
Musical.
You can view the performance
on
Bit.ly/FansInLockDown
Music
Some more great work this week for our festival project! Here are some fantastic
examples from Alex G Oliver A, Lois T, and Georgie Wi
We are all hoping for some sun
during the summer holidays,
but just in case we have some
rainy days, here are some film
suggestions with great
soundtracks!
Lois E Year 7
Kian W Year 7 Libbie L Year 7
Maisie E Year 8 Georgie W Year 8
First Place- Paige H
Year 8
Second Place Dan B
Year 8
Third Place Callum B
Year 8
Runner Up Caitlin W
Year 8
This week our KS3 pupils have been having some fun to end the year by recreating skills and events
from either the Highland Games or the carnival feel of Brazilian football – we are very much looking
forward to seeing the final pieces this week!
Year 9 GCSE PE pupils are ending the year by producing a synopsis of the requirements needed in their
chosen sport, a culmination of the work they have studied throughout the year. Meanwhile our Year
10 GCSE pupils have been busy completing past paper questions as a revision of the work completed
to-date. The Prize Question has been closely contested throughout lockdown which has made it
extremely difficult to choose a winner each week – a great headache for us to have! This week, and
winner of the penultimate Prize Question was awarded to Lewis W of Year 9.
We have been blown away by the effort, diligence and enthusiasm for work shown by a number of
pupils throughout the school closure, to remain motivated throughout this difficult time has been
quite an achievement! Those pupils will receive a ‘Lockdown Learner’ certificate this week in
recognition of all their hard work over the past 15weeks.
We hope that you have enjoyed taking part in the daily fitness
and fundamental sessions throughout the term. This week,
instead of these session, we will be signposting you to some
great sites that provide daily activities and challenges to keep you busy throughout the summer
holidays – visit our social media account every day at 10am to find out more.
With so many sporting events cancelled this summer we have collated all our Two2Watch
recommendations over the past 15weeks into a summer playlist.
Miracle (PG) Invictus (12A) Stop at Nothing (12)
Remember the Titans (PG) The Blind Side (12A) Just Call Me Martina (12)
Rocky IV (PG) Basketball or Nothing (12) The Last Dance (15)
Eddie the Eagle (PG) Free Solo (12) Katie (15)
Invincible (PG) The Class of ’92 (12) Icarus (15)
A League of their Own (PG) Without Limits (12) Ice Guardians (15)
The Mighty Ducks (PG) QB1- Beyond the Lights (12) All or Nothing (15)
I Am Bolt (PG) Coach Carter (12)
The year 2020 has certainly served up many challenges and disappointments for us all to overcome.
We are looking forward to better times ahead and cannot wait to see you all in September, we would
like to wish you and your families a safe, healthy and sunshine summer!
Our Overall Learners during Lockdown
Drama Year 7 – James S Year 8 – Seren D Year 9 – Mason T Year 10 – Josh P PE Y7 - Caleb W Y8 - Ellie M Y9 - Ellie H Y10 - Jacob P
Art & Graphics Year 7 – Lewis H Year 8 – Paige H Year 9 Graphics- Eloise M Year 9 GCSE Art - Ieuan H Year 10 GCSE Art- Kirsten S Music Year 7 - Morgan S Year 8 - Seren D Year 9 - Mia T
Careers Wales have published some new resources that pupils
can use now they’re working from home – see link below https://careerswales.gov.wales/news/careers-wales-launches-new-home-schooling-resources
Wellbeing and Support for Families
Please remember, if you have any concerns or questions about your child’s wellbeing at this time, please don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected] and a member of our wellbeing and pastoral support staff will contact you. Please provide a phone number in your email if you would prefer a phone call. Please find below some more useful information to help us all to understand what is happening around us at this time. Parent link - Looking after your physical wellbeing with Care first Lifestyle
Parents’ & Carers’ Support Line
Blaenau Gwent Educational Psychology Service (BG EPS)
We in BG EPS will continue to support our community in these challenging times. We recognise that the
current school closures and the concerns about Corona Virus may increase the worries of children and
families.
We will be available to provide advice to help parents and carers in meeting the learning and wellbeing
needs of their children. We have set up an ‘EPS Support Line’ for parents and carers to contact us.
They should email
and include a telephone contact and brief information about advice required. We will respond as soon as
possible.
Please note that this offer applies only for parents and carers who would like some extra advice around
supporting their children’s learning needs and / or emotional wellbeing during the period of school
closures.
We are also providing information packs for:
learning at home;
helping with worries; and,
promoting emotional well-being.
The EEF website has a lot of useful information for both schools and families. This document has been useful for me when considering my own children’s routine. ( See documents below) https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/
School Nurses and Looked After Children`s Services
Until further notice, our Services can be accessed via a:
This service is available for parents & carers, schools,
children and young people.
Contact us for advice and support.
You can contact us Monday to Friday between the hours
of: am until 2pm 10
You Can also find us on:
FACEBOOK @SchoolnursingABUHB
TWITTER @SchoolUhb
Or check out our webpage:
07500 124208
This short guide has been
sent to all parents via
Classcharts. Please email us if
you are not signed up to
Classcharts.
Please find attached other contact details for staff you may need to contact for specific enquiries.
Senior Leadership Team
Mr. McNamara [email protected] Headteacher
Mrs Lake [email protected] Deputy Headteacher
Mrs Burns [email protected] Assistant Head teacher and Art
Mrs Price [email protected] Assistant Head teacher and English
Miss Griffiths [email protected] Assistant Headteacher and Maths
Miss Gunter [email protected] Business Manager
Mr Williams [email protected] Assistant Headteacher (Seconded) and PE
Mrs Pearce [email protected] Assistant Headteacher (Seconded) and English
Heads of Year
Miss Griffiths [email protected] Head of Yr 7
Mrs Jones [email protected] Head of Yr 8
Mr Bartlett [email protected] Head of Yr 9
Mr Williams [email protected] Head of Yr 10 ( and 11 temporary)
Faculty of Language, Literacy and Communication Mrs Pearce [email protected] Head of Faculty
Mr Atkins [email protected] Second in English and Whole School Literacy Coordinator
Miss Williams [email protected] English
Miss Olden [email protected] English
Miss Bentley [email protected] English
Mrs Twinberrow [email protected] Languages
Mr Wall [email protected] Second in LLC (Welsh)
Miss Jones [email protected] Welsh
Mrs Lewis [email protected] Literacy support
Administration/Pupil Support Mrs George [email protected] Administration
Mrs Phillips [email protected] Exams and Data Administration
Mrs Williams [email protected] Reception
Miss O'Brien [email protected] Pastoral support
Mrs Copik [email protected] Attendance Officer
Mr Davies [email protected] Inclusion/RESET
Mrs Davies [email protected] Inclusion/RESET and Governor support
Mrs Williams [email protected] Learning coach
Mrs Preece [email protected] CLA support
Humanities Faculty + (ICT/D & T) Ms Hughes [email protected] Head of Faculty and ICT
Mr Owen [email protected] Second (Temporary) in Faculty and Geography
Mr Thomas [email protected] D and T
Mr Tibbs [email protected] Geography
Mrs Thomas [email protected] BTEC/Skills/Music
Mrs Harris [email protected] RE
Mr Richards [email protected] History and Sociology
Mr Smith [email protected] D and T/ALNCO
Mrs Badham [email protected] History/Sociology and RE
Mrs Jenkins [email protected] D and T technician
Expressive Arts Faculty
Mrs Jones [email protected] Head of Faculty and Drama
Ms Jay [email protected] Second in Faculty and PE
Miss Flyng [email protected] Art
Mr Sweet [email protected] PE/Development officer
Mrs Rice [email protected] Music
Mathematics Faculty Mrs Watkins-Hughes [email protected] Head of Faculty
Mr Hoskins [email protected] Second in Faculty ( Temporary)
Mrs Korpacka [email protected] Maths
Mrs Lorimar [email protected] Maths
Miss Moss [email protected] Maths
Science Faculty
Ms Marasco [email protected] Head of Faculty
Miss Webb [email protected] Second in Faculty
Mrs Jones [email protected] Science
Mrs Mole [email protected] Science Technician and Child Development teacher
Mr Wiltshire [email protected] Science
Mr Bartlett [email protected] Science and Head of Yr 9
Site staff
Mr Long [email protected] Site manager
Mr Worton [email protected] Caretaker
Stay Safe
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