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Monday
Football Y7/8 (After School) Field
Thursday
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Girls
Boys Football Y7 (After School) Field
Boys Football Y8 (After School) Field
WOTW: Assume
TPS: Why do we do Word of the Week?
Having a large vocabulary is not just a skill in reading, writing, listening and speaking, but also in a general knowledge of science, history and the arts. It makes you a more interesting human!
WOTW: Assume
Using your MWBs: What do you think this word means?
3…2…1… Show me.
1. To accept something to be true without question or proof
Using your MWBs: What type of word is it?
Noun/verb/adjective/adverbetc.
3…2…1… Show me.
2. Verb
WOTW: Assume
TPS: Synonyms and antonyms (what are these?):
Synonyms – words with a similar meaning
Antonyms – words with the opposite meaning
Using your MWBs: What synonyms can you think of?
3…2…1… Show me.
Presume, suppose, guess
Using your MWBs: What antonyms can you think of?
3…2…1… Show me.
Know, comprehend, prove
Why is it important to challenge our assumptions when thinking about current issues such as AI, climate change, or migration, and what strategies can we use to avoid making unfair or uninformed assumptions?
In recent weeks, many people have been quick to assume that artificial intelligence will instantly replace human jobs across every industry. While it is true that technology is developing rapidly, assuming that machines can simply take over ignores the complexity of human skills such as empathy, creativity, and ethical decisionmaking. These qualities remain difficult for AI to replicate, and assumptions made without evidence can create unnecessary fear.
Another topical example comes from climate change. Some governments and businesses assume that small individual actions, like recycling or reducing plastic use, are enough to solve the crisis. While these actions matter, assuming they are sufficient can distract from the larger structural changes needed, such as investing in renewable energy or reducing large-scale industrial emissions. When assumptions become excuses, progress can stall.
Finally, the current political debates around migration highlight how dangerous it can be to assume things about people we don’t know. Migrants are often assumed to be a burden, without considering the evidence of the economic and cultural contributions they make to society. Challenging these assumptions requires critical thinking and listening to diverse perspectives, rather than relying on stereotypes or headlines.
Write in your form time exercise books
Two sentences with the word assume in them. For example:
Many people quickly assume that social media posts are true without checking the facts.
He was wrong to assume that the others had been talking about him.
How might assume appear in an exam question?
Maths:
Assume that x is greater than 0. Solve the equation 3x² = 27.
In this question, you may assume that the triangle is isosceles. Find the size of angle ABC.
Science (Physics/Chemistry/Biology):
• Assume that no energy is lost to the surroundings. Calculate the efficiency of the motor.
• Assume that all the gas particles are moving at the same speed. Explain how this affects the pressure in the container.
Geography: Assume that sea levels will rise by one metre in the next 50 years. Describe the possible impacts on coastal settlements.
History: Assume you are a factory worker in 1840. Write a letter to Parliament explaining your working conditions.
English: In the novel, the reader is led to assume that the main character is honest. How far do you agree with this interpretation?
WOTW: Assume
TPS 1: Why is increasing our vocabulary important?
Speaking frame: Increasing our vocabulary is important because…
TPS 2: Where might we see the word assume in life?
Speaking frame: We might see the word assume…
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Lesson
Your latest results:
“Should making money be the main priority for big businesses?”
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See more about this topic in this week’s Assembly
This week you are voting on…
Are performanceenhancing drugs the future of sport?
Why are we talking about this?
The Women’s Rugby World Cup has been held across England recently.
Sport is a worldwide spectacle that makes headlines. Athletes are heroes (and villains) for many!
Records have been broken in Tokyo at the World Athletics Championships.
Why are we talking about this?
Did you hear the news about former Team GB swimmer Ben Proud? Ben specialised in the 50m Freestyle. He has been a World and European champion and a silver medallist at the 2024 Olympics.
This month, Ben announced that he would be joining the Enhanced Games. He is the first British athlete to say he will compete.
Why are we talking about this?
The Enhanced Games are planned to take place between 21st-24th May next year in Las Vegas, USA. There will be events in swimming, track & field and weightlifting.
These games are different to others, as competitors are encouraged to enhance themselves, and their performances, by using performance-enhancing drugs.
Performance-enhancing drugs:
These include steroids, testosterone, and growth hormones, which are typically legal to possess but are banned in competitive sport.
The sports we currently enjoy are governed to prevent the use of these substances. Drug tests keep sport “clean”.
Why are we talking about this?
What do performance-enhancing drugs do for the spectacle of sport?
Can these drugs impact how we feel about the heroes and villains of sport?
Let’s explore these ideas further. Later you will be voting Yes or No to:
“Are performance-enhancing drugs the future of sport?”
Are you not entertained?
Sport is about passion. Sport is about competition. Sport is also about money. Companies want to advertise in sports. Entertaining sport gets more views. If sports can be more entertaining, the money involved increases and this may improve the spectacle for all.
Are you not entertained?
Class activity (4-7 mins)
Let’s take a look at some things that could be done to increase the spectacle in sports. Does this change improve the entertainment? Give a round of applause to show your feelings.
I am very entertained!
Are you not entertained?
Use materials,technology and design to increase the power and speed balls can be hit at.
Are you not entertained?
Have one space in your football team for a player who is using performance-enhancing drugs.
Are you not entertained?
Use advanced anti-friction materials on costumes to increase swimming speed.
Are you not entertained?
Have one cyclist that has taken performance-enhancing drugs to improve their fitness and stamina.
Are you not entertained?
Randomlyturn ona water sprinkler systemduringamotor race.
Are you not entertained?
Break a world record set by a clean athlete by using performance-enhancing drugs.
Making a splash 3
The sporting world has had a lot to say about the Enhanced Games and the use of performanceenhancing drugs.
Class activity (4-6 mins)
Take a read of what has been said on this topic. To what extent do you agree with the point being made? Give a show of fingers for your choice.
Making a splash 3
“I think realistically I’ve achieved everything I can, and now the Enhanced [Games] is giving me a new opportunity. I definitely don’t think that’s undermining a clean sport.”
Ben
Proud, Swimmer
I disagree with this. I agree with this.
Making a splash 3
“The Enhanced Games are not a sporting competition built on universal values like honesty, fairness and equity: they are a circus, built on shortcuts.”
World Aquatics
I agree with this. I disagree with this.
Making a splash 3
I disagree with this.
“The Enhanced Games gave me the resources and the team to unlock a new level of performance –and now the whole world can see what’s possible.”
Kristian Gkolomeev, Swimmer who “broke” the world record for the 50m Freestyle
Did you know?
The Enhanced Games said Greece’s Kristian Gkolomeev swam 20.89 seconds in a 50m Freestyle time trial in the US in February, 0.02 seconds quicker than the world record set by Brazil’s Cesar Cielo in 2009.
Brazil’s Cesar Cielo wore a “supersuit” for his world record. This type of suit was banned from competition by swimming authorities a few weeks after Cielo set the world record. The record has remained unbeaten since.
I agree with this.
Making a splash 3
“We truly believe we can deliver the event, break world records and fundamentally change the trajectory of not just sport, but humanity as a whole.”
Aron D’Souza, Founder of the Enhanced Games
I agree with this. I disagree with this.
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Individual reflection (1 min)
If the Enhanced Games are successful, do you feel there will be pressure to hold other “enhanced” sporting tournaments, such as for rugby or football?
Now’s your chance to vote Yes or No on:
“Are performance-enhancing drugs the future of sport?”
As long as medical professionals are making sure everything is safe, they could add to the spectacle.
Performance-enhancing drugs get you gains faster.
We may get more competitors and better entertainment this way.
Sporting heroes become villains if it turns out they doped.
Drugged sport is never fair, as clean athletes are not able to compete on a level playing field.
If everyone is able to take the drugs, the competition is fair.
Let’s see what they’ve got.
Authorities will not allow sporting contests to become a science experiment. Where could it end?
We will be sharing your thoughts on this topic with Enhanced Games, Sky Sports, UKAD, Aquatics GB and UK Sport.
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