Parent bulletin week ending 19th january

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RVHS Parent Bulletin Aspiration Respect Endeavour Week ending: Friday 19th January 2018 “Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to the people that prepare for it today�.

Malcolm X

Message from the Head of School.

It has been an exciting time with lots of events taking place for our students. This term we are offering an increased range of extra-curricular activities, please encourage your child to participate.

The theme of student assemblies has been our ACED teaching and learning principles and expectations. It has provided me with the opportunity to share with the students the new and exciting way we are training our staff to deliver the lessons in the classroom. We also explored how they can facilitate their own learning. ACED is an acronym for Assessment, Creativity, Engagement and Differentiation, the key ingredients for successful learning. If you want to know more, please attend the Parent Forum on Monday 29th January at 6pm, everyone is welcome. We will also promote essential study skills and ways to support your child.

On Tuesday some of our Year 11 Students visited Oxford University; this provides them with a taste of university life and allowed them access to one of the highest performing universities in the country. We take the students on many university trips, to inspire them to want to attend university and to appreciate the level of qualifications needed. As part of our careers programme we also provide students with information and access to the many Higher Level Apprenticeships now being offered.

Please do not forget that it is the Careers Fest next Thursday evening at Epping Forest College from 3pm to 6:30pm. This is part of our careers programme to ensure students are given an extensive range of post 16 information, which includes; Sixth Form Colleges, Apprenticeships, Further Education Colleges and Universities. I look forward to seeing many of our students there.

On Wednesday, our Year 12 students participated in the Safer Essex Roadster Event. The students were provided with really important information and advice on becoming responsible drivers and ensuring that they remain legal and safe on the roads.

Please can I remind you that the deadline for our Sixth Form Applications has been extended to Tuesday 23 January and all students that are intending to apply should email their application to nsellears@rodingvalley.net rd

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Students continue to enjoy their Sixth Form Taster sessions, this week a Further Maths session was run by Mr. Mammen. It was both challenging and engaging; it demonstrated the skills they will develop when they study this subject in the Sixth Form.

Can I remind all parents of Year 12 and 13 students that it is Parents’ Evening next Tuesday 23rd January. I look forward to seeing you there.

With our work in the community I was delighted to welcome students from Buckhurst Hill Community Primary who experienced challenging Maths and exciting Science lessons on Wednesday, everyone involved enjoyed the experience immensely.

Have a great weekend

Ms. S Jenner We ARE Roding Valley - Aspiration Respect Endeavour

RVHS New Building Progression The new build at Roding Valley High School is due for completion in summer 2018.

Once complete; students and staff will have access to a brand new library, Sixth Form Study Centre and classrooms.

You can view the building progress over the first 100 days at the following link: https://www.rodingvalley.net/parents/new-building-2018/ We will be updating the videos throughout the next few months.

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Tuesday 23 January

Year 12 and 13 Parents Evening Sixth Form Application Deadline

Thursday 25th January

CareersFest

Friday 26th January

Year 11 Road Safety Production – Dead End

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Monday 29 January

Year 9 Hospitality Event Parents Forum: 6pm to 7pm

Tuesday 30th January

Year 8 British Library – Harry Potter Year Fantasy Trip Year 10 Sex Education

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Thursday 1 February

Year 8 Assessments Begin Intermediate Math Challenge

Friday 2nd February

Spanish GCSE Conference

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On Tuesday 16th January, 21 students from year 10 and 11 went on a trip to Hertford College, University of Oxford, to get a taste of life at Oxford, the application process and higher education.

On the 16th of January, we went on a challenge and enrichment trip to Oxford university. When we arrived, we were greeted by a tutor, who was formerly a student at Hertford college. We went inside, and she told us about the college, and what learning at Oxford. She then demonstrated a 'tutorial', which is a lesson a student gets either alone or with someone studying the same thing, with a tutor. After, we went to lunch in the dining hall. The food was nice, and there were lots of portraits of former students hung on the walls. We then went on a tour, with a chemistry student. It was amazing to see the Bodleian Library, one of 6 copyright libraries in the UK. We also saw the student accommodation and heard stories about the college cat, Simpkins. The last thing we did before we left was listening to three current Oxford students, who told us their opinion on what life was like and all about the admissions process. Overall, it was a very educational and interesting day; and now I want to study at Oxford!

Florence New, 10

Miss R Hanlon English Teacher

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Applying for Sixth Form

How to Apply Application Forms are available on the school website, direct from the Sixth Form Office or within the packs given out at our Sixth Form Open Evening.

The DEADLINE for Applications has now been extended to

Tuesday 23rd January 2018 Please submit completed applications to the main office or the Sixth Form office

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Top Progress Points

Haval Yalcin 8S

Hannah Ward 8W

Aimee Garvey 8V

Dominic Alen 8W

Highest Attendance Dominic Isher Camron Lola Nathan Freya Jamie Cai Charlie

Form 8W Stephen Lola Jeevan Lauren Lucy Kacie-Lou Zahra Stacie Evie

Leah Nathan V. Diya Hannah Lili Travis Oscar

Mr. F Ryan Year 8 YPL

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On Monday 8th January, Roding Valley High School played Shenfield High School. Roding got the Mini Bus to Shenfield School.

The starting XI in goal was Tommy Yeomans, the two Centre-backs were Oliver Poulton, alongside Jamie McSweeney, the left back was Charlie Ruse, and finally the Right-back was Sam Hyde. In the midfield was Lenny Hunt, George Marlborough, Daniel Little, Leon Harris and Demmy Nicolaou and up top was Louis Choules.

The formation we played was 4-4-1. The first Whistle blows, they have kick off, they pass it to their centre back, who hoofs it to us and we keep possession until we see a chance to play a through ball to Lewis, who skims the post. We were then awarded a free kick, which Jamie took and hit it just over the bar. They then kept possession until they got a free kick, which hit the bar and then it was half time.

Mr Allen gave us an inspirational speech for the second half, and then unfortunately Demmy gave away a penalty but Tommy makes a great save. They then got a corner and got the rebound and scored. Then we tried to attack, but we just could not score, then we just kept possession and before we knew it, the referee was blowing for half time

Written by Lennie Hunt, Year 8

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This week year 12 students, had a visit from the Safer Essex road safety partnership.

As driving is becoming important to these students its necessary to provide them with appropriate information so they become responsible, legal and safe drivers/passengers as they start taking lessons or travelling with friends as newly qualified drivers.

Students were engaged with 4x60 minute scenarios during a full day of activities which included information on the fatal 4 reasons for road traffic collisions:  Drink / Drug driving  Mobile phones / texting & distraction  Speeding  No Seatbelts

Presentations on Tyre Safety / First Aid at the scene of a crash were also delivered.

The Safer Essex roads partnership is also running a competition to win a Vauxhall Corsa Sting which students had an opportunity to enter by making a pledge on: www.mysmallchange.co.uk

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On Thursday, Mr Cheema (Deputy Headteacher) led an important PREVENT assembly to the Sixth Form.

This form part of our “Teaching British Values in The Sixth Form, And Safeguarding”.

“Safeguarding children - the action we take to promote the welfare of children and protect them from harm - is everyone’s responsibility. Everyone who comes into contact with children and families has a role to play” The Prevent Strategy aims to prevent people from becoming terrorists or supporting terrorism It has three key themes:  Ideologies: To respond to the ideological challenge we face from those supporting terrorism.  Individuals: To provide support and advice to vulnerable individuals, preventing them from being drawn into terrorism  Institutions: To work with Education providers to address the risk of radicalisation and violent extremism of whatever form.

If you would like to discuss this further or see a copy of the presentation please contact Mr. Harris (Head of Sixth Form).

As we get ready to launch promote new student leadership opportunities, I thought it would be useful to outline some of the achievements of the current team, in their own words….  Ensured that peers in the Sixth Form had a voice - would deliver their opinion on certain issues to key staff and act as a mouthpiece between the two. ● Assemblies introducing Sixth Form Executive Prefect Committee ● Amended Sixth form uniform policy ● Worked with the School Council on the introduction of school ties for the girls uniform and a whole school House system ● Zambia non-school uniform day fundraiser ● Children in need fundraiser (Non-Uniform Day, ‘Guess the Baby’, Penalty Shoot Out) ● Spoke at Sixth Form and Year Six Open Evenings ● Ensured that the Sixth Form had a voice ● Developed leadership skills. ● Increased public speaking skills, as exhibited through Friday’s assembly. ● Supported the schools Christmas food bank appeal ● Toured prospective students and parents around the school campus ● Worked as a senior mentor to support younger pupils ● Started a book club with Lower School ● Led assemblies for younger years ● Represented the Sixth Form students on important inner school matters ● Deputised at school open evenings ●

● Organised various bake sales and fundraising initiatives to support inner school businesses and to promote the school image ● Established links with various charities and community initiatives to promote the school image -- including Loughton Voluntary Care and Loughton-based care homes ● Mentoring younger pupils to discuss and relieve pressures ● Appointed a committee for Prom and begun both planning and booking Prom ● Operation War Child ● Held a sponsored car wash

● Running an Oxfam event

Year 11, and Year 12 take note!

Mr. L Harris, Head of Sixth Form

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Football 

ESFA CUP: Year 7 Girls Football beat Drapers Academy 5: 2

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Essex Cup: Year 8 Boys Football lost to Shenfield High School 1-0 Essex Cup.

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Year 7 Girls Football Team

Essex County Schools and Colleges: 6th Form Football lost to Newham College 3:2

Futsal 

Year 9 boys Futsal team 3 defeats at the Essex County Qualifiers.

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Year 10 boys Futsal Team won 1, drew 2 and lost 2 at the Essex County Qualifiers.

Year 10 Boys Futsal Team

Netball 

U14 Essex Cup Netball Last 16 V St John Payne. Lost 43-7

Year 9 Boys Futsal Team

This Weeks Fixtures Wednesday 24th January

Year 9 boys Basketball v King Harold 3.30 Tipp off Home

Thursday 25th January

Year 7 Basket Tournament at St Johns School 4pm Tipp off.

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Clubs Timetable Spring Term Day

8:30am to 8.20am

Monday

1.20pm to 1.50pm

3.15pm to 4.30pm

 Sport Ability with Mr Allen Invite Only

 Year 7/8 Football: Astro Turf with Mr Allen  Girls Football: Astro Turf with Mr Harrington  Year 7/8/9/10 Netball: PG with Miss Reed / Miss Ball

Tuesday

 Year 7/8/9 Basketball: Sports Hall with Mr Harrington

 Dance: With Ms. Sargent

Wednesday

 Year 7/8/9 Basketball: Sports Hall with Mr Harrington

 Handball with Mr Allen

 Netball Fixtures: with Miss Reed /Miss Ball  6th Form Football Fixtures: with Mr Jones

 KS4 Basketball: Sports Hall with Mr Jones

 Year 8/9/10 Trampolining: Gym with Miss Reed  All Years Boys Rugby: Astro with Mr Jones /Mr Allen /Mr Price  Year 9 boys football: with Mr Harrington

Thursday

 Year 7 Trampolining: Gym with Miss Reed

Friday

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Parents of Year 9 to Year 13: Dates for your diary Don’t forget our Careers Fest next Thursday 25th January 2018 from 3.00-6.30pm at Epping Forest College. This is not a college open evening however there will be some departments present for you to speak to.

The Careers Fest is always worth a visit every year, it is for parents and students in year 9 through to Year 13. The Careers Fest gives students in year 9 the opportunity to find out about future career pathways and to consider their option choices and subjects they wish to take in year 10.

The information and advice available on the evening is very important for students in Years 10, 11, 12 and 13 who are making decisions about careers and further education. It is an opportunity to network and talk to future sixth forms, colleges, universities and employers.

Apprenticeship providers will also be present. In the past students have secured work experience placements and networked with potential future employers. It is a very important evening to attend.

I will be present throughout the event and I look forward to welcoming you there. Please sign in on entry to the college, collect a detailed information booklet of where all the stands will be and find out as much as you can.

Ware FC Academy – Parents Evening Following their visit to Roding Valley in December, Ware FC Academy has invited parents and students of Roding Valley to their forthcoming Open Evening on Monday 29th January. It is going to be held at Wodson Park Sports Centre, Wadesmill Road, Ware, Herts, SG12 0UQ from 7.30pm.

Please confirm your attendance by emailing them: Academy@thef2.com This is now their point of contact for any further information regarding their football courses and the application process. They will also be attending our Careers Fest.

Application Deadlines Roding Valley Sixth Form – Tuesday 23rd January College application workshops have been available to students all week in IT5. th Apprenticeship workshops start Monday 29 January in IT5 All applications to other sixth forms and colleges need to be sent direct to them by their deadline dates. If applications need a reference please ask students to come and see me.

If you require any further information or advice please contact me;

Mrs Mason - Careers Development Manager Email: dmason@rodingvalley.net, Twitter: Follow @RVHS_Careers to keep up to date with our department.

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At RVHS, we offer music lessons in Piano, Drums, Guitar and singing. If you are interested; please email the below contacts and full details will be sent to you:

Piano: To book piano lessons or find out more please contact rosswall@gmail.com

Singing: Private singing lessons are now available. Please contact Alex Larke for more details at alex@thevocaltutor.com

Drumming: The following lessons are available: One to One, Two to One and Small Group lessons. Contact: marksevel@hotmail.com

Guitar: To book lessons or find out more, please contact Rachel Espeute on racheleds@hotmail.co.uk if you are interested.

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RVHS Uniform Code At Roding Valley High School we like our students to be well presented when representing the school.

Please remember that since September 2015, all students must adhere to our code of footwear, details are as follows:

Acceptable

Not Acceptable

Boys Uniform School Uniform Trousers: Black Tailored Blazer: Black (with school badge) to be worn at all times Shirt: plain white with no logos Tie – school tie Jumper (optional): Black ‘V-neck’ jumper with school badge or black sleeveless ‘V-neck’ with School badge. Only jumpers with the school badge can be worn.

Shoes: Black, classic leather style shoes only. Boots, trainers, canvas shoes, backless shoes or sandals are not acceptable.

No Jewellery except for a small stud, only one in each ear, and a wrist watch. Facial, or other body piercings, are not acceptable.

Coats: Must be dark (black or dark blue) raincoat, overcoat or jacket (not denim or leather and without badges or slogans)

PE Uniform Navy and silver Rugby Shirt Navy and silver T-Shirt Navy and silver shorts Navy RVHS bottoms (optional) Navy RVHS waterproof jacket (optional) Football boots, training shoes or plimsolls and a towel Navy and silver Rugby Shirt

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Girls Uniform School Uniform Skirt or Trousers: Royal blue/black/white check skirt or black tailored trousers.

Skirt must be worn below the knee (Skirts which are altered to an excessively short length are not permitted under any circumstances) Blazer: Black (with school badge) to be worn at all times Blouse: Plain white blouse with collar. (Blouses should have no ‘frills’ or patterns on them) Jumper (optional): Black ‘V-neck’ jumper with the School badge or black sleeveless ‘V-neck’ with the School badge.

Only jumpers with the school badge are allowed to be worn.

Shoes: Black, classic leather style shoes only. Boots, trainers, canvas shoes, backless shoes or sandals are not acceptable.

Tights: Tights must be plain black or natural coloured. Patterned tights are not acceptable.

Ankle socks may be worn: However knee length socks are not acceptable.

No jewellery, except for a small stud, only one in each ear, and a wrist watch. Facial, or other body piercings, are not acceptable.

Coats: Must be dark (black or dark blue) raincoat, overcoat or jacket (not denim or leather and without badges or slogans)

Girls who choose to wear the skirt need to ensure that the logo on the skirt is below knee level. A new skirt should be purchased if this is not the case.

PE Uniform Navy and silver t-shirt Navy and silver skirt Navy RVHS tracksuit bottoms (optional) Navy RVHS jumper (optional) Navy RVHS waterproof jacket (optional) Navy socks with two white rings around the top Training shoes or plimsolls and a towel Optional items include a black or royal blue leotard and hockey boots

Uniform Stockist Our uniform stockist is conveniently located at:

Forest Casual and School Wear 144 High Road, Loughton, IG10 4BE Tel: 0208 508 2848

Please click to be taken to their Website

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Student Absence If your child is unable to attend School for any reason please report their absence by phoning the school number by 9.30am at the latest, you must also ring in each day of your child’s absence.

020 8508 1173 On their return to School please ensure your child brings with them a letter or medical evidence if requested explaining the reason for the absence for our records.

Medical Appointments Please make sure you make any medical or dental appointments outside of school time. If this is not possible then please try to ensure that your child attends before and/or after their appointment.

Holidays in Term Time It is not school policy to authorise any holidays during term time except in exceptional circumstances. A ‘Leave of Absence’ form must be completed (these are available at Student Reception) should you require leave for your child, a letter detailing your exceptional circumstances should accompany it.

Please be aware if the absence is not authorised and the holiday is taken, the case may be referred to the Education Welfare Service who may issue a Penalty Notice for £120 (or £60 if paid within 21 days) to each parent for each child taken out of school.

For full details regarding attendance please see our Attendance Policy which can be found on our website or contact Mrs Jeanette Low, our Attendance and Welfare Manager on the school number.

Guidance for Common Ailments Please see the following guidance from the NHS of common childhood illnesses; this advises what type of illness requires time off from school and what does not.

Should you require further guidance please contact the school.

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School Communications: We have been communicating by email for over a year now in a bid to get information to you quicker and more cost effectively.

We found, however, our previous parental communication system did not give the functionality that people expect from smart phone apps today. So the school has invested in a new communication system call RS Connect Ed and with this comes a shiny new App.

MyEd is the free parent app that gives you a multitude of communication and information features to stay in touch with what is going on at school. The app gives you direct access to your child's attendance, timetable, absence records, achievements, behaviour and much, much more. You will also see that we update and change the information in the app as the school year moves along. Click here to see a short video about the app We are able to send you messages directly to the MyEd app relating to important information about your child's education and to remind you of events that are taking place at school.

We can also embed links to regularly used systems, for example ParentPay & Doddle so you can keep everything in one place.

You will receive a notification if we send you a message and there is no charge for the messages you send to us.

The App can be downloaded by anyone and they will have access to information also available on our website Only parents will be able to access their own student’s information as long as we have the email address and mobile number you are using to access the App. Everyone will be able to see image to the left.

But only parents of students in the school will be able to access this when clicking on the My Students tab.The MyEd app is available for both Apple iOS and Android devices and can be found using the links below: Step 1 - Go to your App Store Step 2 - Search for My Ed Step 3 - Download the Free app Apple iOS App Google Android App Once you have installed and opened MyEd, search for Roding Valley High School and follow the simple instructions to identify yourself.

Please do not hesitate to contact the school if you are having any problems and we will help you get set up.

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