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Parkside School NewsletterSmall School Strong Values Great Experiences

Tel (01246) 273458Email: info@parkside.derbyshire.sch.ukWeb: www.parkside.derbyshire.sch.uk

Parkside Community School, Boythorpe Avenue, Boythorpe, Chesterfield, S40 2NS

Autumn Term - Issue 2718th November 2019

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Small School, Strong Values, Great ExperiencesSchool Newsletter

Contents3 Acting Headteacher’s Message4 - 9 News and Events10 - 11 The Week Ahead 12 - 13 Extended Services and Lettings14 Notices

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Acting Headteacher’s Message

It was a privilege to witness our students taking part in a variety of activities in honour of Remembrance Day. Their conduct, respect and deeply reflective conversations during the day paid a fitting tribute. The remembrance display in our main reception that features poppies with a message of thanks and reflection created by each student, has received warm feedback from visitors.

Congratulations to our Year 11 students who participated in the World of Work event held at the CASA hotel. The event, that gave students the ‘real world’ experience of applying and interviewing for a virtual job will benefit them greatly in their future lives. Employers and CASA staff were delighted with the exemplary conduct of our students and were left with the highest regard for our school and the community we serve.

I wish to thank all members of our community for supporting the school during the torrential rain last Friday and the subsequent disruption caused by flooding. I am pleased to report that following the late start, the learning and conduct of our young people continued to meet our expectations. May I take this opportunity to remind parents/carers the importance of students wearing a coat to school in wet and/or cold weather to support their health and wellbeing.

Very best wishes,

David Mills

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Small School, Strong Values, Great ExperiencesNews and Events

Parkside Remembers

To mark one hundred years since the first Remembrance Day, Parkside students conducted a remembrance ceremony, as well as other activities, to honour those who fought in the armed forces, those who fell in battle, and those affected by war since 1918.

All students took part in a remembrance ceremony at 11.00am on 11 November, where a reading of ‘For the Fallen,’ by Robert Laurence Binyon, was followed by two minutes of silence and contemplation. Students who are members of local organisations, such as cadets and scouts, also had a ceremony to mark Remembrance Day and attended in the uniform of their organisation.

Alongside this, during history lessons last week, students also took part in activities focused on remembrance. All students discussed what remembrance is, the reasons for doing so, and the range of viewpoints that surround such events. Students were then invited to write their own personal message of thanks and remembrance on a poppy shaped piece of paper. These messages have been collated and turned into a wonderful display of cascading poppies in Parkside’s reception area by Mr Rowson, our Art Technician.

Assemblies this week have also followed the theme of remembrance, with Mr Hoben telling the students the story of Norman Crookes, a local man, who joined the RAF in 1941, and was instrumental in shooting down 4 enemy aircraft, receiving multiple honours for his actions. When he returned to civilian life, Norman became a teacher, eventually taking the headship of William Rhodes Secondary School in Chesterfield, later Parkside Community School. This illustrated to students that Remembrance Day is not just about remembering those who fell in past battles, but is also about acknowledging that our communities are full of inspirational people who have been affected by war.

It goes without saying that Parkside students approached the theme of remembrance with a great deal of maturity and respect, contributing their views articulately and behaving impeccably.

Well done to all.

Lest we forget

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On Monday 11 November, all of our Year 11 students took park in a World of Work challenge at the CASA hotel. All students had applied for virtual jobs at CASA, completing real application forms and updating their CVs. On the day, all students took part in a variety of activities, including interview preparation, CV improvement sessions, employability sessions and the all-important mock interview. Shortlisted students then took part in a second interview, and the winning candidate for each job role was announced – congratulations to Beth, Emily, Megan, Kaan, Kayne, Georgie and Tom!

Thank you to the extended careers team of Mrs Wigston, Mrs Clewes, Mr Gould, Mr Dearman and Mrs O’Sullivan for co-ordinating this event.

World of Work

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Small School, Strong Values, Great ExperiencesNews and Events

Puzzle of the week

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COMMUNITYChesterfield FC

TRUST

FREE FOOTBALLAFTER SCHOOL SESSION

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACTMISS RUSSELL

Friday’s3:30pm - 4:30pm

starting Friday 15th November

For Years 7, 8 & 9with Chesterfield FC Community Trust Coaches

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Stars of The Week

Small School, Strong Values, Great ExperiencesNews and Events

Kieran:Nominated by: Miss Tunnell

Fantastic Halloween poem.

Beatrice and Olivia:Nominated by: Ms Watson

Demonstration of sensitive shading skills.

Nikitah:Nominated by: Mrs Asher

Fantastic effort for Spanish online homework.

Archie:Nominated by: Mrs Pollard

fantastic poem to remember the sacrifices made and the need for world peace.

Aidan:Nominated by: Mrs Spencer

Excellent effort and attitude to work in English.

Darren and Bobby:Nominated by: Mrs Davies

Brilliant work at developing creative writing.

Matthew:Nominated by: Mr Gould

Fantastic goalkeeping at the 5-a-side tournament.

Katrina:Nominated by: Ms Levitt

Excellent effort and attitude to work in English.

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Stars of The Week

Jaqueline:Nominated by: Mr Nichols

Outstanding progress with classwork and homework.

Katie:Nominated by: Mrs Rhodes

Consistent good effort in lessons.Homework clearly set out, showing real effort.

Ashleigh:Nominated by: Mr Holmes

Excellent Classwork and homework.

Jack:Nominated by: Miss Huddlestone

Excellent reading as Prince Escalus in Romeo and Juliet.

Callum:Nominated by: Mr Belk

Helpfulness in class allied with good work and a positive attitude.

Emily:Nominated by: Mrs O’Sullivan

Fantastic effort in cross country.

Nathan:Nominated by: Mrs Foster

Superb graph work in lesson.

Luke:Nominated by: Mrs Welsh

Fantastic effort in class and linking work to real life examples.

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Small School, Strong Values, Great ExperiencesThe Week Ahead

School Menu

Week 3 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Mains 1 BREADED CHICKEN

WRAPS BIG BREAKFAST TURKEY STUFFING GRAVY CHICKEN TIKKA CATCH OF THE DAY

Mains2 MIX VEG FRITTATA VEGGIE BREAKFAST QUORN FILLET VEG COTTAGE PIE MAC CHEESE

Hot Snacks Please list A minimum of 2 Hot Snacks must be offered daily

JACKETS AND FILLINGS CHICKEN WRAPS PASTA AND SAUCE

JACKETS AND FILLINGS CHICKEN WRAPS PASTA AND SAUCE

JACKETS AND FILLINGS CHICKEN WRAPS PASTA AND SAUCE

JACKETS AND FILLINGS CHICKEN WRAPS PASTA AND SAUCE

JACKETS AND FILLINGS CHICKEN WRAPS PASTA AND SAUCE

Deli Range Sandwiches, Baguettes, cold wraps etc.

ASSORTED SANDWICHES,BAGUETTES,ROLLS AND WRAPS

ASSORTED SANDWICHES,BAGUETTES,ROLLS AND WRAPS

ASSORTED SANDWICHES,BAGUETTES,ROLLS AND WRAPS

ASSORTED SANDWICHES,BAGUETTES,ROLLS AND WRAPS

ASSORTED SANDWICHES,BAGUETTES,ROLLS AND WRAPS

Sides Please list carbohydrate and bread choices

WEDGES WRAPS

MASH RICE MASH PTATO

CHIPS PASTA

Vegetables & Salad Please list min of 2 veg choices, plus salad for each day

SALAD SWEETCORN

BAKED BEANS TOMATOES MUSHROOMS

BROCCOLI CARROTS

PEAS SWEETCORN

BAKED BEANS MUSHY PEAS

Desserts Please list 3 dessert choices from the template.

FRUIT CRUMBLE CUSTARD

PEACHES ICE-CREAM

SYRUP SPONGE CUSTARD

CARROT CAKE MUFFIN CUSTARD

SHORTBREAD CUSTARD

Break Please list all Breaktime options for each day.

MEATBALL PANINI BACON COB TOASTIES CROISSANTS T,CAKES

SAUSAGE COBS HAM AND CHEESE PANINI TOASTIE CRUMPETS

PIZZA BACON COBS CHEESE AND BEAN PANINI TOASTIE BAGELS

BACON COBS CHICKEN AND CHEESE PANINI TOASTIE TCAKES

PIZZA BACON COBS BACON AND CHEESE PANINI TOASTIE CRUMPETS

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Student BulletinWeek Starting 18/11/19

MondayLunchtime Basketball KOS GymLunchtime Y11 Supervised Study HCA A6Lunchtime Private History Study/Homework help RHO A7Lunchtime Music Practice

Students practice on instrument in the drama studio ACH Drama Studio

Lunchtime Philosophy Club Thiago (Pastor) M3

Tuesday Lunchtime Geography Film Club KSM A19Lunchtime BTEC Catch up for KS4 KOS A12Lunchtime Handball MGO GymLunchtime Y11 Supervised Study HCA A6Lunchtime Private History Study/Homework help RHO A7Lunchtime Drama Rehearsal

Students work with lights and sound to practice class workACH Drama Studio

Lunchtime School Nurse Drop-In C-blockAfter School Y11 Geography Homework Support KSM A19After School Team Sports MGO OutsideAfter School Art/Photography JWA B1After School Christmas Cookery Club SLE C3After School Technology Club GWH B2

After School STEM Group. Go4SET Competition Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

GWH B2 - Starting January 2020

After School KS4 Hospitality and Catering Support SLE C3 - Starting January 2020

WednesdayLunchtime Doodle Art CDA A4Lunchtime Y11 Supervised Study HCA A6Lunchtime History Study/Homework help RHO A7Lunchtime Silent space - Low lighting, quiet room for students ACH Drama StudioLunchtime Y8 & Y9 Netball KOS GymLunchtime BTEC Sport - Catch up for KS4 JBA A12Lunchtime Pastors Club Pastors D3After School Duke of Edinburgh (Yr 9) KSM A19After School Y11 Geography Homework Support HCA A6After School Theatre FXU - Yr 9-11Theatre company ACH Drama StudioAfter School Y10 Business Intervention VWH C1After School KS4 Science - Drop in Support TBC B6After School Chess Club Phil (Pastor) A5After School Latin JBE A19

Thursday Lunchtime Duke of Edinburgh (Yr 9) KSM A19Lunchtime BTEC Catch up for KS4 MGO A12Lunchtime Y11 Supervised Study HCA A6Lunchtime Y11 Business catch up VWH C1Lunchtime History Study/Homework help RHO A7Lunchtime Choir with Mark Cunningham MCU/ACH HallLunchtime Y7 Netball KOS GymAfter School Y10 Geography Homework Support KSM A19After School Y10 Geography Homework Support HCA A6After School Y11 Business catch up VWH C1After School Fitness Suite - open to all year groups JBA Fitness SuiteAfter School Chess Club Phil (Pastor) A5After School Y11 drop in Maths All Maths Teachers All Maths rooms

FridayLunchtime Y11 Supervised Study HCA A6Lunchtime Y11 English Drop in SBK A15Lunchtime History Study/Homework help RHO A7Lunchtime Knitting Club HWI B7After School Badminton Club JLM HallAfter School CFC Football Training Y7-9 Gym

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Young Minds is a national charity aimed at improving the emotional well-being and mental health of children and young people, and has a website: www.youngminds.org.uk - There is also a helpline for parents and others concerned about a young person:0808 802 5544

Childline gives comfort, advice and protection to children and young people who are worried about any problem. It provides phone and text helplines, and resources are available through its website: www.childline.org.uk / Helpline: 0800 1111 (open 24 hours)

The Samaritans provide confidential emotional support for those experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which may lead to suicide. They also have an outreach service that can give talks to a variety of organisations, including schools: www.samaritans.org Helpline: 116 123 (open 24 hours) / Email: jo@samaritans.org

BEAT provides helplines, online support and a network of UK-wide self-help groups to help adults and young people in the UK beat their eating disorders: www.b-eat.co.uk / Helpline 0845 634 1414 / Youthline 0845 634 7650

Starting Point:If you are concerned that a child is suffering or is at risk of significant harm please contact Call Derbyshire on tel: 01629 533190 immediatelyhttps://goo.gl/p7bpWY

Small School, Strong Values, Great Experiences

Extended Services and Lettings

Emotional Well-being: Support Services /Further Information (Websites & Helplines)

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Parkside Community SchoolBoythorpe Avenue

BoythorpeChesterfieldDerbyshire

S40 2NS

Tel (01246) 273458Email: info@parkside.derbyshire.sch.ukWeb: www.parkside.derbyshire.sch.uk

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Key dates

18 November - GCSE Mocks begin

5 December - GCSE Awards evening

6 December - INSET Day

9 December - Year 7 Parents evening

19 December - Christmas Carol Concert 6-7pm

20 December - Break up for Christmas

If you need to order a school blazer or any other uniform please follow the link below to the Trutex Website: https://www.trutex.comYou will need to register with your email and the school LEA code: LEA00947SC

If anyone has any spare uniform they are willing to donate to the school, please bring it to the Main School Office or send it in with your child.

Uniform Orders

Student Contact If you have recently changed your contact details, please notify the office. It is vitally important that the school has the correct details so that we are able to make contact in the event of an emergency.

Please be aware that the school is now cashless. This includes all canteen money and

all school trips.