WEEKLY BULLETIN 24 November 2023
QOTW: "Knowing" what's right counts for little unless you "do" right.
Message from the Head Dear Parents, In a world dominated by screens, guiding our primary-aged children toward healthy digital habits is more important than ever: the technology isn't going away and devices are only going to become more and more used by our Generation Alpha children. Here are some practical tips and insights on fostering a balanced approach to screen time. If we can get our little ones doing this at Primary School, the teenage road will be much more manageable! Understanding Screen Time Guidelines: Clarify recommended screen time and explain the importance of balance. Highlight the benefits of quality screen time, such as educational apps and interactive learning experiences. Create a Family Media Plan: Try developing a Family Media Plan that includes designated screen time hours, offline activities, and device-free zones, including at restaurants and parties. Be curious: Do you know what your child is up to online? If you ask them to show you, will they openly do so? If not.... Set a Good Example: Establish device-free family moments to strengthen bonds. Digital Safety and Security: Have open conversations about potential online risks and ask your children to explain what they would do if someone was unkind to them online: do they know where the report button is? Encourage Outdoor Play and Offline Activities: Screen time must be balanced with physical activity and offline hobbies: bake, cook, make paper airplanes ...! Wishing you all a lovely weekend, Kindest regards,
Mrs Brown and HHS Team
CELEBRATING PUPIL ACHIEVEMENT Celebrating Pupil Achievement, in school... Y6: Reeva & Neo Y5: Kush & Tomiwa Y4: Ying & Maiya Y3: Heer & Swaara Y2: Ishaani & Kaira Y1: Ayoub & Maahith YR: Alana & Jean Art: Benjamin & Fayotomi Computing: Yohan & Aran French: Reiyan
Accelerated Reader Achievements Millionaire Milestones Aarya Y4 - 1,000,000 words Maitri Y5 - 5,000,0000 words Yash Y5 - 10,000,000 words
... and out, whatever the field! Daniel Y3: Receiving his Blue Belt in Tai Kwon-Do
VOTES FOR SCHOOLS This week’s Votes Topic: Would you know how to support a friend if someone important to them died?
According to a recent survey by Winston’s Wish, 55% of children have only spoken to a family member about their grief, while nearly 10% have never spoken to anyone at all .
What is Votes For Schools? Votes For Schools is a personal development program we use at HHS It is designed to empower young voices, building oracy, confidence and critical thinking. Each week, a new subject is discussed and voted upon, both before and then again after having learned more about both sides of the argument. Remember, there's no "right" or "wrong" - The children are learning to argue for/against a position. This includes how to respectfully disagree with someone and calmly defend our point of view. Having meaningful discussions with your children is very important. “Votes for Schools” helps your child improve their persuasive arguing skills whilst building their understanding of the complexities of the world around them
Tooled-Up Education Dr Kathy Weston and her team help families with evidence based advice... Don’t miss out on attending any online event. Coming soon: November 28, 2023 – 16:30 GMT: International Men’s Day Panel Discussion With Dr Hope Christie, Debi Roberts from the suicide awareness charity The OLLIE Foundation, and male mental health speakers Ryan Parkes, and George Sullivan.
Supporting Our Families
With the holidays around the corner, many parents will be having that conversation about buying a child their first smartphone. Here at Tooled Up we get a lot of questions about “first phones.” Watch Dr Weston’s webinar on what to consider before buying your child a phone. Our webinar on raising a child in the digital world can answer some of your queries and make a good starting point for healthy conversations with children.
November 29, 2023 – 12:30 GMT: Help! I Feel Like A Failure As A Parent! Psychiatrist Dr Gauri Seth will address the thorny topic of parental guilt and how to manage it. December 6, 2023 – 19:00 GMT: Raising A Resilient Teen Boy In this online talk, Dr Kathy Weston will take parents on a journey through the evidence relating to boys’ resilience and mental health
Important Reminders Parking in and around Broadhurst Avenue Your paragraph text You must not under any circumstances block driveways nor be disrespectful to residents. This is a source of considerable antagonism for our neighbours with whom we are trying hard to cultivate a more respectful relationship. Please park further from the school if necessary and walk up to the gates.
Cakes and treats for Birthday Celebrations All cakes and goodies intended for Birthday Celebrations must come to us in their original packaging so we can be certain about allergens. We reserve the right to not distribute treats if we are unsure about the ingredients. Please do NOT send whole cakes We have a very strict NO NUT policy.
Water bottles All water bottles must be fully transparent and must NOT be made from glass. They should have a secure lid that minimise the risk of leaking or spilling when knocked over Water is the only drink permitted. Any bottle found that doesn’t meet the requirements will be removed by staff and given to parents at the end of the day to replace.
If providing Krispy Kreme doughnuts, please send sugar glaze ONLY.
School Hours 08.15 08.30
Gates open Gates close
Pupils are considered “late” if they arrive after the gate has closed. Please sign them in at the front desk. 15.30 End of day collection 16.30 Session 1 Clubs end 17.15 Session 2 Clubs end Please note that prompt collection is expected at these times and a late fee may be incurred.
Dates for the Diary Tues 5 Dec Whole school trip to Panto at the Radlett Centre Pupils to be dropped at school and collected as normal Thurs 7 Dec Christmas Jumper Day Christmas Lunch for pupils Fri 8 Dec Christmas party day: Mufti worn (£1) End of term 12.15
Dates for the Diary Spring Term 2024 Fri 5 Jan
First day of term for Pupils
Wed 10 Jan 18:30 11+ Information Evening in school Y3, Y4, Y5 parents (no pupils please!) Group talk in the hall followed by class specific meetings. Please note there is no remote access to this event. Mon 12- 16 Feb : Half-term Wed 20 Feb
Whole School Maths Puzzle Day
Fri 23 Feb
Y6 only Parents’ Evening
Thurs 29 Feb
French Trip Meeting for Y6 Parents only
Mon 4 Mar
Y2 School Trip
Mon 11 Mar
Y4 School Trip
Tues 12 Mar
Y3 School Trip
Thurs 14 Mar
YR School Trip
Mon 18 Mar
Parents’ Evening for YR - Y5
Thurs 21 Mar
Y1 School Trip
Wed 20 Mar Performing Arts Show, Wyllyotts Theatre Pupil rehearsal at the theatre in the morning Performance for families in the afternoon Times TBC Fri 22 Mar
End of term 12.15
Summer Term 2024 Tues 16 April First day of term for Pupils Mon 22 -26 April French Trip (Y6 only) Wed 8- 10 May Y4 Bushcraft Residential Trip Mon 27- 31 May Half-term Mon 10 – 14 Jun Y5 Manor Adventure Residential Trip Wed 26 June Prizegiving Ceremony & Y6 Show at the Wyllyotts Theatre Fri 5 July End of term 12.15