Headteacher’s Newsletter – Friday 13th May 2022 – Summer 4
I want to start this newsletter by saying how well our Year 6 children coped with their SATs papers this week. They were a credit to the school and all of the members of staff who were involved in preparing them for the tests. With just over a week to go until our whole school visit to watch the Changing of the Guard, you should have all received the itinerary for the day. It promises to be a great event and a wonderful way to start our celebrations of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Please make sure that you complete the online consent form before MONDAY 23rd MAY. Have a wonderful weekend.
The word of the week is – IPSEDIXITISM – (19th Century) the insistence that something is ‘fact’ because someone else said so.
POEM OF THE WEEK –
OLIVER DOWDEN MP VISIT – The MP for Hertsmere and Co-Chairman of the Conservative Party visited school today/. He was put through his paces by the school council who grilled him on a number of issues that ranged from rubbish on the local streets to the role of the prime minister. He spoke passionately about the local area and his hopes for education. He then me with Mrs Forrester and myself where we continued to debate about the ongoing challenges we face as a school and the education system as a whole. All in all it was a very positive experience. Thank you Mr Dowden for giving us your time.
Mr Dowden being put through his paces by the School Council
THIS WEEK’S EXAMPLES OF THE CHILDREN’S WORK –
Year 6 relaxing in the local park after a challenging few days
This week’s examples of the children’s excellent work shared at Friday morning’s assembly.
FROM WELLWOOD PHARMACY – Hello, we are raising awareness amongst local primary schools in Borehamwood, to inform them that we are now offering the COVID-19 vaccination for children between the ages of 5-11. If possible, could the headteacher or teachers inform parents that their children can get their vaccinations administered here, as we are trying to promote the service in this age group.
Samina Sheikh (Clinical lead Pharmacist at Wellswood)
WD6 FOOD SUPPORT – The WD6 Food support is open on WEDNESDAY & FRIDAYS from 3:15pm – 4:30pm. Parkside families can have access from 3:15pm directly after school.
PLEASE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO ATTEND
ATTENDANCE & PUNCTUALITY – There were 23 children from 14 families who came late to school last week on 30 occasions. Unfortunately it is only a small number of the same families who make up this number, so if you are struggling with your morning routine please contact the school.
As Shakespeare said – ‘ Better three hours too soon than a minute late’
| CLASS | WEEKLY ATTENDANCE |
|
Reception Pine
|
94.7% |
|
1 Lime
|
97.0% |
|
1Maple
|
95.2% |
|
2 Willow
|
97.6% |
|
3 Birch
|
98.8% |
|
3 Elm
|
96.9% |
|
4 Aspen
|
97.0% |
|
5 Cedar
|
95.4% |
|
6 Cherry
|
100% |
|
6 Oak
|
100% |
|
Weekly Totals
|
97.1% |
HOT CHOCOLATE AND PARKSIDE FLYERS – Congratulations to Flori, Eunice, Harley, Leonardo, Wesley, Franke, Max and Ervis who will join Mr Soyka for a cup of hot chocolate on Monday afternoon in recognition of their hard work and the excellent efforts they had demonstrated through the week.
Well done to this week’s Parkside Flyers – Mollie, Alby, Stefan, Philip, Helena, Cole, Angela, K’Asia and Viviana. Your hard work, excellent attitude and progress have helped you to soar. Please continue to work hard through the rest of the year.
THE COURAGE TO SOAR TO GREAT HEIGHTS IS IN ALL OF US
TUNES FOR THE WEEKEND –
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9GdvFiE2R5I
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=viD_Dz9e7EQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbUMKenn5l8
HAVE A WONDERFUL WEEKEND AND ENJOY THE GOOD WEATHER!
