Congratulations to our Performing Arts Department for delivering a spectacular production of Shrek the Musical! A huge well done to the Music Department as well for their fantastic work with the live band, bringing the show to life with incredible energy.
Tuesday and Wednesday evenings were filled with laughter, joy, and outstanding performances, making for a truly memorable event. The themed snacks during the interval added an extra touch of fun, making the experience even more special. Well done to everyone involved!
SIXTH FORM EGG DECORATING & ANNUAL EGG ROLLING COMPETITION
The Easter festivities began on Wednesday morning with the Sixth Form egg decorating session. Pupils got creative with their designs, producing a fantastic range of colourful and imaginative eggs to celebrate the season. Their artistic efforts added an extra layer of excitement in the run-up to
Today, the whole school gathered for our much-loved Annual Egg Rolling Competition. With decorated eggs in hand, pupils took turns rolling them down the drive, all hoping to claim the title of this year’s Grand Champion! The event was full of excitement, laughter, and plenty of competitive spirit as everyone cheered on their eggs. Well done to all who took part, and congratulations to our Egg Rolling Champions
TOILET TWINNING UPDA
We are excited to announce that we have reached 111% of our Toilet Twinning fundraising goal!
This fantastic initiative was set up by our outgoing Head Girl team.
If you'd still like to donate please follow the link below and be part of this meaningful cause: CLICK HERE
MENTAL HEALTH
FIRST AID WORKSHOP
This week, our Sixth Formers had the valuable opportunity to take part in a Mental Health First Aid workshop led by Paula Cawley. The session provided important insights into mental wellbeing, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to support both themselves and others. A huge thank you to Paula for delivering such an informative and engaging workshop!
SUCCESS!
Congratulations to our school's young harpist, Alana E who performed as a member of the National Youth Harp Orchestra of Great Britain last Sunday at the Yehudi Menuhin Concert Hall.
EASTER BAKING COMPETION
This week, Year 10 have been taking part in exciting baking competitions, where they were challenged to create a chocolate cake themed around Easter eggs and all things Easter!
The pupils showcased their creativity and baking skills, producing beautifully decorated cakes that captured the spirit of the season. From intricate chocolate designs to colourful Easter themed decorations, their efforts were truly impressive.
Well done to all who took part!
CRUFTS SUCCESS
We are incredibly proud of Fenella for her fantastic achievements at Crufts this year! Competing in the Young Kennel Club Handling category, she secured an impressive 4th place with a toy poodle named Bullet.
She also had the amazing opportunity to take part in the prestigious Best in Show rehearsal, where she and Ken were awarded Best in Show. What a remarkable experience and achievement well done!
EASTER LUNCH
The whole school enjoyed a delicious Easter lunch yesterday, and what a treat it was! The catering team put on an amazing display of cakes, offering a fantastic selection of sweet treats. From classic hot cross buns to indulgent carrot cake, cupcakes, and cookies, there was something for everyone to enjoy.
A huge thank you to our wonderful catering team for making the day extra special with their tasty creations!
FOST EASTER EGG HUNT
A huge thank you to FOST for organising a fantastic Easter Egg Hunt for Year 7! The students had a brilliant afternoon dashing around the field in the sunshine, searching high and low for delicious chocolate treats.!
Fri 16th May FOST summer festival planning meeting – all/any help welcome - (Please contact FOST for more details)
Mon 14th - Thurs 17th April
The course is suitable for players from Grade 1 up to Grade 6 and is open to children from Year 4 to Year 9.
The programme will include:
String Orchestra
Swing/Jazz Band
Full Orchestra Rehearsals
Sectional Rehearsals
General Musicianship
Recreational Time
Further details can be obtained from: Mrs Caroline Yalden, Director of Music (c.yalden@st-teresas.com)
With the recent buzz around Netflix’s Adolescence, many parents have been reaching out to schools for guidance on how to support young people in response to the themes explored in the series.
To help navigate these conversations, our founder,Alicia Drummond, has written an article exploring what we as parents and educators can learn from the series and how we can better support our young people.
You can read the article on The Wellbeing hub here: Netflix's Adolescence:What can we as parents and educators learn from the series and how do we better support our young people? -Teentips Wellbeing Hub
SCHOOLPOST COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
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Happy Easter!
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It’s hard to believe that a Term has swept by already. We are so proud of all that our riders have achieved this Term. The instructors are writing up the end of term reports and we will get these out to you as soon as possible.
The STE team would like to wish everyone a happy and restorative Easter and we look forward to welcoming you back at the start of the Summer Term.
REMINDER
Please note that termly lessons will start again on Bank Holiday Monday (21st April) and will also be running on the Inset day on Tuesday (22nd April).
Pony Mornings
We have opened up two more Pony Mornings in the Easter Holidays, on 2nd April and 16th April. Please do get in touch if you have problems booking.
Interhouse Dressage 2025
Our riders have been competing in three different classes in the Interhouse Dressage this week, from Equitation (for beginners) to Prelims (for the more advanced). For some riders, this was their first taste of Equestrian competitions, and despite being very nervous, they all did exceptionally well.
We hope to be able to announce the results of the competition by email on Saturday 29th March. Rosettes will be awarded to the riders upon their return to school after the holidays.
NSEA NEWS
WHAT IS THE NSEA?
For those of you that may not be aware, the National Schools Equestrian Association (NSEA) is the organising body for equestrian competitions in which the riders are competing for their school. They run Dressage, Show Jumping and Arena Eventing qualifying classes throughout the year for their prestigious championships in all of those disciplines. Any Effingham Schools Trust riders with their own horses are welcome to join the NSEA team. Please contact the office for more details.
Coombeland Equestrian Centre, West Sussex
Sunday 23 April
On Sunday the team went out to compete in the Show Jumping qualifiers. The 80 cm Pink team (Electra B, Rosie C and Lilly S) came 2nd and qualified for the NSEA National Championships at Addington in October. Please do join us in congratulating the girls on their successes.
A Reading from the Gospel of John:
Then Jesus went with them to a place called Gethsemane; and he said to his disciples, ‘Sit here while I go over there and pray.’ He took with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and began to be grieved and agitated. Then he said to them, ‘I am deeply grieved, even to death; remain here, and stay awake with me.’ And going a little farther, he threw himself on the ground and prayed, ‘My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from me; yet not what I want but what you want.’ Then he came to the disciples and found them sleeping; and he said to Peter, ‘So, could you not stay awake with me one hour? Stay awake and pray that you may not come into the time of trial.
Reflection
As we draw to the end of another busy term it is important that we pause and give thanks for all we have received. There will have been high points and low points in our term. Things we have enjoyed and things we have found difficult. Place all things into the hands of the Father who loves us and knows us. As we journey home and into the holidays don’t forget that we are also journeying towards Easter. This holy and important time of the year. Make an effort to pray each day. If there is anything troubling you place it into Jesus’ hands. Do not be afraid he walks alongside you.
Concluding Prayer
Father in heaven, when I cannot find you, and are not sure that you are there, give me eyes of faith. Help me understand that you are always faithful, always present, holding me and sustaining me.
Amen
"Lent comes providentially to reawaken us, to shake us from our lethargy." ~ Pope Francis
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