ℯNEWS OCTOBER 13, 2023
Message from the Principal
Amidst the current climate of heightened tension and emotional anxiety, we look to our core principles and school ethos to guide us in maintaining our nurturing and inclusive environment for your children. We acknowledge that our pupils may have varying degrees of awareness and understanding concerning events in the wider world and as a UNICEF school, we steadfastly uphold our moral values, recognising the inherent rights of every child, irrespective of their background or status.
Our ongoing aim is to maintain a cheerful and stable learning atmosphere, where our children are encouraged to be inquisitive and motivated, always remembering the importance of fostering empathy and developing a considerate awareness for their peers.
Whilst we are acutely aware of the unique challenges our multicultural and multilingual community are facing, we remain dedicated to safeguarding the importance of childhood and we will address any obstacles, within our capabilities as a school, with appropriate support strategies.
As always, at the heart of our ethos lies an unwavering commitment to the emotional well-being of our children. As we recognise that it forms the foundation for their emotional growth and resilience and the cultivation of their emotional intelligence. This, in turn, we hope, will help guide them on their journey to becoming supportive and caring young adults.
I thank our parent community for their continued support.
Victoria Hampton
Principal
Chess
We extend our congratulations to our esteemed GrandMaster, Ms Jackson, for her remarkable achievement in the recent International Chess competition she participated in and emerged victorious, securing a gold medal in her respective division. This outstanding feat is a testament to her dedication, skill, and unwavering commitment to the sport of chess.
#HelloYellow Day 2023 - World Mental Health Day 10 October 2023
On Tuesday, CHS was a sea of vibrant yellow as students, teachers, and staff united to raise awareness for mental health through the HelloYellow campaign. The sight of our school adorned in yellow was not only a beautiful expression of solidarity but also a powerful statement of our commitment to young people's mental well-being.
We are delighted to inform you that together, we raised an impressive total of £340 for the charity YoungMinds UK. This achievement demonstrates the remarkable generosity and compassion of our school community. Your contributions will directly support YoungMinds in their mission to empower and uplift young minds across the UK.
Following on the theme for HelloYellow, this afternoon the children from Junior One to Form Four got together in mixed-aged groups to work together to create a juggling/stress ball for everyone in the group. It was so pleasing to see the collaboration between the ages.
Festive Cards Orders
Our talented students have been hard at work crafting superb pieces of artwork, each brimming with creativity and festive spirit. These delightful creations will soon be transformed into a selection of professionally printed products, perfect for celebrating the upcoming holiday season. We have sent the designs off, so please keep your eyes peeled for further information on how to order these.
NSPCC Pants - Judged by local designer and shop owner from Eliza Jane Howell
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the local designer, Andrea from Eliza Jane Howell, who generously dedicated her time to visit CHS and serve as a judge for our creative pants, designed by pupils from all classes as part of our participation in the NSPCC campaign to teach the PANTS rule to the children.
Summarised the message is:
Privates are private
Always remember your body belongs to you
No means no
Talk about secrets that upset you
Speak up, someone can help
Andrea’s expertise and discerning eye were invaluable in selecting class winners, as well as two overall winning designs. The anticipation and excitement among the children is palpable as they eagerly await the results to be announced during the upcoming Good Work Assembly on Monday. Her presence and contribution have not only enriched our educational experience but also inspired our budding designers. Thank you for your support in nurturing the creative spirit of our pupils.
Upcoming
Parent meetings - 16 & 17 October
Parent meetings are scheduled for in-person sessions on the 16th and/or 17th of October after school. These meetings will provide an opportunity to discuss how your child is settling into their new form. Miss Moreno and Miss Pluskowska have taken on the Herculean task of timekeeping and keeping the whole school to our scheduled times.
No clubs Monday & Tuesday
Following on from the above we will NOT have any clubs in the afternoon on Monday and Tuesday due to the parent's meetings.
Good Work Assembly
We are delighted to have Ms Horgan present the many successful LAMDA certificates to all of our budding thespians on Monday morning. Ms Horgan & Mrs Hampton were delighted with the results of the LAMDA tests in the summer with a flurry of merits and distinctions awarded to pupils across all age groups, a testament to their hard work during their weekly drama clubs.
Nasal Flu - Wednesday 19 October 2023
A quick reminder that nurses from Central and Northwest London NHS Foundation Trust will be on hand to administer the nasal flu vaccine on Thursday, 19 October 2023. Please remember that, your child will not receive the vaccine without your permission and completed paperwork.
Half Term - Friday 20 - 27 October 2023
As we approach a well-deserved half-term break, commencing on Friday 20th October, we wanted to take a moment to thank you for your continued support and dedication to your child's education at CHS and we look forward to welcoming everyone back refreshed and ready for the second half of the term on Monday 30 October 2023.
Special Mentions
Congratulations to a former pupil who, alongside preparing for her A Levels in Maths, Biology and Chemistry at Francis Holland North, has also been voted their school President of the Help Fund. She is currently responsible for organising charitable events and giving back to the school and the wider community. Bravo Mona, we are all so proud of your achievements.
Artwork of the week
Ari in Form Two and Emeer in Form Four, for their fabulous seasonal card designs. It was very difficult to choose as so many beautiful designs have been created over the past few weeks! Well done Ari and Emeer!
Dates for the diary:
16/17 October - Parents Meetings - No afternoon clubs
19 October - Nasal Flu vaccine
20 October - 27 October - HALF TERM
Students break up on Thursday 19 October 2023 at regular dismissal times, clubs will run as usual.
Thank you for your attention, and I hope you have a wonderful weekend.
