Friday 13 June…………………………………...EST Year 7 Quiz 14:15 - 15:15
Saturday 14 - Sunday 15 June………………...Year 9 Bronze D of E Expedition
WELCOME TO OUR NEW CEO
The Effingham Schools Trust is delighted to announce the appointment of Rachel Owens as the new Chief Executive Officer who will take over from Mr Mike Farmer, who is retiring in August 2026.
Rachel was born and raised in Bolton, Lancashire. She attended her local Catholic comprehensive, before going on to read History at Somerville College, Oxford. After a brief foray into the law, Rachel started her teaching career at Bury Grammar School in 1992. Since then, she has worked in every type of school –boarding and day, single gender and co-ed, state and independent, highly selective and comprehensive. As well as teaching History and Politics, Rachel has coached netball for over 30 years. In 2011, she was appointed Headmistress of St George’s School, Ascot, and since 2016 has been Headmistress of St George’s Weybridge. Rachel is currently vice-Chair of the HMC Sports Committee, and Chair of HMC Projects – a charity bringing able students from Eastern Europe to study at British boarding schools. She has also been a governor at 3 schools.
Rachel is the mother of twin sons, both of whom attended St George’s and are now at university, and is married to Tom, Head of Politics at RGS Guildford. She is an avid reader, and loves travelling and watching her sons play hockey in her spare time.
We are sure that the Effingham Schools Trust is going to have an exciting future ahead given Rachel’s leadership experience and qualities.
BOARDING NEWS
After a refreshing half-term the boarders have hit the ground running in their studying for exams, using any extra moment to revise. In Main boarding card games have become a popular form of reprieve for the studious pupils; they especially like seeing if they can outwit a boarding staff member in their riveting games.
Boarders in Magdalen House have been working on a secret surprise this week. Baking a delicious birthday cake for one of the boarders. Being so far away from home on your birthday can be tricky, but it is heart-warming to know that you have friends and staff wanting to make it an important occasion. It is moments like these that remind us all why boarding is so special.
LITTLE VISITORS
We have some adorable visitors – a group of wild bunnies who have made their home on our site. What a cute family!
MATHS MASTERCLASS
Another successful session of the Maths Masterclass was delivered by our enthusiastic Sixth Formers! We welcomed children from local prep schools for a fun and challenging puzzle-solving Maths class.
This course is part of the Royal Institution’s Maths Masterclass programme, which we proudly host each year. It provides our Year 12 students with the opportunity to explore advanced mathematical ideas, develop their presentation skills, and inspire younger pupils along the way.
The Sixth Formers have led these sessions throughout the year and are now approaching the final class, where they will be awarded certificates in recognition of their efforts. They are already looking forward to hosting their next session!
BIO ART ATTACK COMPETITION
Over the next few weeks, the Biology Department will be supporting pupils who want to enter the national BioArtAttack Competitions.To enter you need to submit either: a) a drawing or painting of any endangered species with no labels, or b) a specimen drawing of any animal, plant or fungi with detailed biological labels.
The Winners of each competition receive an experience day at the RoyalVet College plus either a prize bundle from DEFRA or a £50 cash prize. If you would like more information about either of the competitions, click on the link below and come to Lab 29 on Monday lunchtimes next half-term to get help with your entry.
OVE - Free Live Webinar for Teachers, Students & Parents
OVE are hosting a webinar to explore period education, reduce stigma, and empower students across the UK with facts and confidence.
Date: Thursday 12th June
Time: 4:00 PM
Click here to register: https://lu.ma/p74al54n
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NSEA NEWS: NSEA Championships at Hickstead
The NSEA team had an outstanding weekend at Hickstead with exceptional results. All the girls rode well, in extremely challenging windy conditions, showed great team spirit and sportsmanship and came back with amazing results.
Showjumping 1M Team
Amidst tough competition from the best teams from counties across the UK, Amber B, Antonia S, Chloe B and Jess R came second in the Inter County Championship, earning the title Reserve Inter County Champions
They then competed in the Hickstead Elite 1M Championship against the Elite teams from schools across the UK and won! Crowning them Hickstead Elite 1M Champions What an ACHIEVEMENT!
Showjumping 80cm Team
Electra B, Lottie B, Olivia S and Rosie C came a thrilling third in the 80cm Inter County Championship,. Eventers Challenge Championships
Chloe B rode an absolutely foot perfect round on Emlagh Holly to be placed second in the 90cm class. This was a huge class of 156 competitors so again an absolutely outstanding result.
Qualifiers
for the NSEA National Championships in October
Again, we had some fantastic results:
In the 70cm Showjumping qualifier Olivia S on Marco Point 5, came 8th, qualifying for the Plate Championships. Chloe B on Derrygola Lad qualified for the 1M Showjumping National Championships
Finally in the 1.10 M Showjumoing qualifier, Antonia S on Storm Watch won and qualified for both the Hickstead Elite 1.10M Championships in June and the National Championships in October.
Congratulations to all! These are huge achievement for all the NSEA team at a national level.
Please RSVP to THIS LINK by 16th June
SALTERE DANCE TEAM
Saltare Dance Team are auditioning for dancers, please find information in the poster below. We will be holding an additional audition opportunity in September for any new students joining us then. Please email e.ossai@st-teresas.com if you have any queries.
YEAR 10 REMINDER!
Our Day in the Life of a Sixth Former event is happening on Monday 23 June. AllYear 10 pupils across the Trust will have the opportunity to sample 4 A Level lessons.
Please fill out THIS FORM to RSVP and choose your subjects!
BOOK YOUR TICKETS NOW!
Reading
A Reading from the book of Joel
Thus says the Lord:
‘I will pour out my spirit on all mankind. Your sons and daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, and your young men see visions. Even on the slaves, men and women, will I pour out my spirit in those days. I will display portents in heaven and on earth, blood and fire and columns of smoke.’
Reflec on
This coming Sunday we celebrate the Feast of Pentecost. The coming of the Holy Spirit, that appeared as tongues of fire and rested on Mary’s and each of the disciples heads. The disciples were forever changed from this moment. No longer fearful they went out filled with the gi s of God. The Church was born not by man’s will but by the divine fire.
So let us pray this week for a fresh out pouring of God’s Spirit on all of us. May our hearts be filled with the gi s and courage we need. May our hearts be ever more open to the love of God. Some mes we feel everything rests on us, there is too much to do, it is easy to become weary. May the Helper, the Comforter enliven our lives. We have nothing to fear.
Prayer
Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in us the fire of your love.
Send forth your Spirit and we shall be created, and you shall renew the face of the earth. Amen.
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