News letter
MEGA FESTIVAL
TECH CAREERS OF THE FUTURE
GCSE
PHOTOGRAPHY
Dive into Sir Peter Blake and the charm of Blackpool
SCIENCE IS SIZZLING
THIS SUMMER AT MONTGOMERY
This newsletter brings some exciting news.
Finally Ofsted have returned, it certainly took them long enough. We have known for a while that Montgomery is a GOOD school and after their visit in May, Ofsted finally agreed.
What a year. Yet another bumper filled 10 months with so many incredible learning opportunities happening. Competitions entered, a lot won and some lost, educational visits out, GCSE’s done and completed for another year, work experience, external visitors, after school clubs, careers interviews and this is not even close to being an exhaustive list.
We entered this year with a view to focusing on the culture of the school, the behaviour of the students and embedding the 3 areas for improvement when last seen by Ofsted. Challenge accepted, challenge risen to, new practice developed, new practice embedded. The students, as usual, have been amazing. They have excelled themselves in so many areas, both in school and in the wider community. They have represented fantastically well, epitomising our SMART
ethos (Safe, Mature, Ambitious, Respectful, Thoughtful). They are a credit to the school, their parents & carers and most importantly themselves. It would take many pages to give full credit to the achievements of the Montgomery family, but I will let the newsletter do most of the talking for me. They also conducted themselves brilliantly during the two-day inspection and made the team very clear as to their pride in their school.
Our staff work tirelessly to ensure that our young people get the support and guidance they need to become independent and make the right choices for the future careers they aspire to. I am so glad that the Ofsted rating gives them the official credit they deserve. I would like to thank those in the community who have joined us this year to enrich the students lives and show them some of the
exciting opportunities that will be available to them over the next few years:
Counsellor Lynn Williams and Nick Gerrard for their time presenting all the exciting developments happening now and to come in Blackpool
Blackpool Football Community Trust for all the classes and students they have worked with
Haven Holidays for the time they have spent with our students on interviews, Catering classes and facilitating work experience opportunities
Local Post 16 providers for supporting the students with their next steps
Universities (Cambridge, Oxford, Lancaster, Preston) for their visits to us and giving our students the opportunity to visit their campuses
Cyber First for the exciting days with the ladies from Bletchley Park
All the employers who
have joined us and those who were at the Winter Gardens, giving their time up to work with students
I have a board in my office that shows a calendar of the week and events, trips or other learning opportunities to come. This term has been no different to the Autumn and Spring terms, where the board was filled with events, trips, educational visits, competitions, sports fixtures and extra-curricular clubs. I need a bigger board and what a great reason to need it.
It is with pride that we finish this academic year and hope the year 11 students collect results in August that reflect the numerous additional sessions they have attended to help them make the grades.
Have a great Summer break, stay safe and we will see everyone back on Wednesday 4th September.
Mr. Careless
School Returns: Wednesday 4th September 2024
Uniform at Montgomery Academy
All items should have the student’s full name on them.
Main uniform- the following items are essential Montgomery Academy maroon blazer with logo
White school shirt (open necked blouses and polo shirts are not allowed)
Black full length regulation school trousers or a Montgomery Academy skirt. (Skirts should be no more than 2 inches or 5cm above the floor when kneeling down)
Plain black school socks OR plain opaque black tights. (No leg warmers or leggings)
Montgomery year group tie of the correct colour
Sturdy black school shoes (not training shoes) (No white/coloured soles, no stripes, no piping, no logos, no boots, no backless shoes or sandals). A student wearing other footwear for medical reasons should provide a doctor’s note. WE REGRET THAT A LETTER FROM PARENTS IS NOT ACCEPTABLE. If a student is not in correct footwear then they will be expected to borrow some shoes from our stock in the standards room.
Outdoor clothing is not to be worn inside the dining rooms or classrooms
Hoodies are not allowed in school and should not be worn instead of a suitable outdoor coat.
Students will need an adequate school bag to carry exercise books, A4 folders, P.E. kit and equipment at all times.
Montgomery v neck jumper (optional) but must be worn under blazers and not in place of a blazer.
Hairstyles must be suitable for the academy environment
If hair is dyed -only naturally coloured dyed hair is acceptable - no other dyed colours or streaks.
Tramlines or shaved head designs are not acceptable
Plain simple hair bands or hair slides (no flowers/ no scarves).
Hijabs
Jewellery is
1
natural/nude in colour.
Students arriving at school with bright coloured nail varnish or inappropriate acrylics will be asked to remove them.
Make up
Make up must be minimal and natural, with no false eye lashes. Any students not conforming to this will be asked to remove their make-up.
Progress
Montgomery Academy Footwear
Science is sizzling this Summer at Montgomery!
Despite the rain, the science department has enjoyed a very positive, action-packed summer term. Our year 11s were supported through their exams and we are confident that their efforts will be recognised when the results are released in August. Our ongoing aim has not changed and that is to motivate and inspire our students to share our passion for science and build an inclusive team ethos in the department; a culture that we believe will allow our students to reach their full potential. As well as continuing to offer our popular and well-established STEAM and Science Clubs, we have continued our long-standing collaborations with the Institute of Physics, and the Royal Society of Chemistry and have developed some new links to regional organisations such as the North West Sustainability Hub. We have also had winners at Blackpool Sixth Form’s Ogden Trust awards which again highlights the positive impact we are having on students from a science perspective at Montgomery. Again, it has been busy, busy, busy, but we absolutely love it and cannot wait to go again next year!
Science Club
Our science club continues to be open to students from all year groups. Led brilliantly by Miss Healey, our students have continued this term to develop key scientific skills and knowledge whilst also developing their communication and teamwork skills. The theme this term has been extremely exciting – edible experiments. Within this, students have investigated the science of sweets and chocolate, for example, how are gooey centres encapsulated within the centre of a single sweet or chocolate? What is it that makes jelly beans shiny?
In terms of inferring conclusions about why such foods taste so good, students also led experiments to determine why popping candy pops and why sherbet fizzes. Students have finished this term with some engineering challenges such as building spaghetti towers, making a variety of different slimes, designing and testing an army personnel launching pad using simple materials and transforming copper coins into gold coins using zinc alloy chemistry. The outcomes of these different challenges have been superb and the students deserve great credit for their efforts in all that they have done.
The Ogden Trust Awards 2024
making physics matter
We are delighted to announce our Ogden Trust winners this year as signposted below. These students collected their awards alongside Mr Woodruff at Blackpool Sixth Form College in June.
The Ogden Trust is a charitable trust that exists to promote the teaching and learning of physics. The Trust’s aim is to maximise the science opportunities available to young people. We are very proud of the
KS3 Physicist of the Year 2023-2024 –sponsored by Lancaster University
Montgomery students who have worked unbelievably hard this year and these winners deserve much credit for their dedication, determination, work ethic and resilience. !
KS4 Physicist of the Year 2022-2023 –sponsored by Lancaster University
Science in the Community
We are immensely proud of our ongoing work in our local community, supporting the provision and love of learning of science.
To continue developing strong ties with schools in our local area, we have this year hosted students from Norbreck Primary Academy, Westcliffe Academy and Kincraig Primary. In July, we are also hosting 20 students from Westminster Primary Academy, where Mr Woodruff will teach them about the uses of physics in everyday life and students will make their own working mini-motors using electromagnets. A big
thanks to Mr Mason for driving this work within the science team; he has really developed a passion for our transition links involving our local feeder primaries and he wants this to continue but on a bigger scale next year. He has also hosted a session on developing scientific literacy across the Blackpool Primary Science Network and this is again something we will look to build on and develop further in 24-25.
Science Recommended Reading at Montgomery
This term has seen us improve our blossoming recommended reading list and we owe much to Mr Dunn for driving this brilliant initiative.
Not only do we recommend age-related reads in science, we have also purchased the vast majority our recommended reads and have made them readily available for students to loan within our personalised section in the school library. Mr Dunn also promotes a new science title every week in the House update which is shown to tutor groups across the school on a weekly basis. This highlights our collective passion for developing amongst our students their
love of reading, which we believe benefits students massively when they have to read questions in their science exams. Often, students have good knowledge, but don’t always understand the vocabulary being used in the question and therefore cannot answer it as well as they would like to. We are smashing this stereotype with a range of fantastic and readily available books and displays. Let’s get reading!
Nikki H
Cerys H
North West SUSTAINABILITY CONFERENCE 2024
On June 27th, Mrs Bach took two teams of Y8 and Y9 students to the North West Sustainability conference and competition at Ewood Park, Blackburn. The students represented the school impeccably whilst sampling a sustainability marketplace and whilst competing in a very competitive STEM challenge. Sustainability and green processes are big growth sectors within science, technology, engineering and maths and so this was a brilliant day to illustrate to our students what is possible in the future. A huge well done to all involved.
This term we have continued our collaboration with the Royal Astronomical Society (RAS) in which a small group of enthusiastic Year 10 and 11 students have been studying in their own time for an additional GCSE in Astronomy (the exams were sat this summer at Montgomery for the very first time).
The sessions have run every Tuesday after school and are taught by Dr Sheila Kanani from RAS. We also have Mr Bradley and Mr Mason supporting these sessions with the idea of potentially moving forward with another cohort next year. This course highlights the growth mindset within the science department and also provides evidence that we are constantly looking outwards for ways to improve our overall science provision. Keep going our budding Montgomery Astronomers – you can do it!
Science ApprenticeshipsIncluding an apprentice in the science team!
Apprenticeships in science
There are many apprenticeships linked to Science.
Food Industry Technician Laboratory Scientist
Nuclear Scientist and Nuclear Engin
Metrology Technician Registered Nurse
Vet Technician
Scan the QR code to find out more about careers in science and so many more!
We have been busy again this term highlighting to students in all year groups about apprenticeships and how they can lead to a plethora of exciting careers in the science sector. In relation to this, there are posters up on the science corridor that advertise these opportunities and there is a QR code that students can readily take a picture of which can lead them to more information. This is part of the science team taking the lead on careers information and hopefully inspiring students to become scientists of the future. We also have a new apprentice of our own in Mrs Ferreira who joins the science team working as a technician alongside our teaching staff. Mrs Ferreira has started incredibly well with us and it seems she has a very bright future at Montgomery – well done indeed!
STEAM Club is not just somewhere to go after school finishes! All our activities are curriculum based and planned specifically with our SEMH students (and ‘Fellow Travellers’) in mind!
Practical activities are crucial for children’s development because they enhance cognitive skills and academic performance. Engaging in STEAM Club activities fosters creativity, imagination, and critical thinking.
Additionally, learning through practical activities can help develop fine motor skills, handeye coordination, and spatial awareness.
STEAM Club can help boost self-esteem and confidence, as well as providing a safe outlet for students to express their feelings, which helps in emotional regulation and stress relief. But you know all this, right?!!!!
Emma B * Drew * Freya * Josh N * Lucy * Charlie T * Niamh * Canaan * Maisie * Oscar * Ellie
Sam * Heather * Dylan * Ryan B * Phoebe * Teighlor *Erin * Nathan * Daisy * Adam
Freddie * Teagan Colin * Dillon * James H * Charlie W * Lucas * Mikey * Kye
We were delighted to be able to invite the RNLI into school via the WWW!
Bill Rogerson (Water Safety Presenter) from Trearddur Bay Lifeboat Station led us for an interactive workshop and then members were able to ask a range of questions that he answered!
Freya: ‘How old do you have to be to work on the Lifeboats?’ (18)
Niamh: ‘Is there a RNLI in every country?’ (Most have an equivalent organisation, but the RNLI is the largest)
Kye: ‘Who was the youngest person ever saved from the sea?’ (Bill didn’t know exact details, but informed us baby’s as young as 18 months have
In a accompanying STEAM Club session we built our own floating rescue rafts!
Our learning about the origins of WW1 continued with building an Airfix WW1 tank. We painted them in traditional camouflage but also as emblems for peace time.
Crime Scene Investigation
Who Murdered Mr Careless?
MrCareless
Ms Healey led us through six practical CSI steps to investigate the alleged murder of Mr Careless!
SPOILER: No Head teacher was harmed in this project!
1. Investigate the crime scene
2. Analysis the handwriting on the note found at scene
3. Chromatography will be used to test the pens from each suspect’s school desk.
4. Mysterious white powder was found at scene. We will conduct various tests to discover what it is and did it come from a suspect?
5. A bottle of an unknown substance was found next to the body – we can also test this and see if it provides further evidence.
6. Conclusions! Is there any evidence that could exonerate a suspect? As a crime scene investigator in your opinion
ALOUD Reading... in M10!
We take turns to read aloud for 20 minutes every tutor time in M10 apart from playing ‘Uno’ every Friday!
According to author, Louise Morrish: ‘It has been scientifically proven that reading increases your power of empathy, social skills and ability to relate to other people.
It relaxes you and lowers your blood pressure. It increases your vocabulary, your knowledge, your creativity and your imagination.
To read from a book gives you time off the screen, which is hugely beneficial for your mental health.’
What a great way to start our day!
THE READERS: * Mr Byrne * Niamh * Charlie T * Lucy * Ms Crane * Freya * Nathan
P * Ami * Teighlor * Ava * Lucas * Lou * Drew * Ms Chekusheva * Oli * Josh N * Kayden * Mr Evans * Liam * Ryan B * Harrison * Josh Jacobs-Welsh * Ms Jaybin*
THE NEEDLE & THE SPINDLE
NEIL GAIMAN
Niamh Yr. 8: My opinion on this book is that it is amazing and funny. I give it a 10/10 because it takes the story in a different direction than other fairy tales. It took a beautiful girl and made her the antagonist!
Lucy Yr. 8: I like it. It’s different. Most stories it’s the man who’s fighting but it was a woman who was which was good. It also shows women empowerment. It also shows that the pretty one isn’t always a good character. 10/10
NEIL GAIMAN
READING GROUP!
Charlie T: It’s good… I guess? The best thing is it exists. 6/10 so far.
Freya: It’s my favourite movie and I have watched it loads of times!!! I have never read the book and it is good so far! 9/10
HOLES
(LOUIS SACHAR)
Ryan: It’s not adding up to me. It goes off the subject too much. It’s not intriguing enough for me. It will get better towards the end, I’m sure.
Teighlor: So far, I want to keep reading. It’s making me curious because I want to find out if Stanley finds something else from his digging? 8.6
Ryan finishes every session by reading out an inspirational quote to us from Harry Potter: A Magical Year. (A leaving gift from Mr Drew Leonard) 21st June.
‘It is our choices, Harry, that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities.’
- ALBUS DUMBLEDORE
WOW!
GCSE
STUDENTS
STUDENTS GCSE
DIVE INTO SIR PETER BLAKE AND THE CHARM OF BLACKPOOL
In an exciting blend of art history and hands-on photography, our GCSE Photography students recently embarked on a creative journey inspired by the iconic works of Sir Peter Blake. Known for his vibrant and eclectic style, Blake's "Sources of Pop" art has served as a springboard for our students' latest project: capturing the essence of Blackpool through their own photographic collages.
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Discovering Sir Peter Blake
The journey began in the classroom, where students delved into the life and work of Sir Peter Blake. Often hailed as the "Godfather of Pop Art," Blake's unique approach combines elements of collage, painting, and popular culture. His "Sources of Pop" series, in particular, showcases an array of imagery from everyday life, curated into colourful compositions.
Students have explored the themes and inspiration behind Blake's work. They examined how Blake's art captures the spirit of his times, blending high and low culture into his art work.
A Trip to Blackpool
With a deep understanding of Blake’s artistic approach, students set out on a field trip to Blackpool. Capturing its historic landmarks, Blackpool provided a rich canvas for our young photographers. Armed with cameras and a sense of adventure, students roamed the town, capturing images that resonated with them. Students captured the Tower, the piers and trams, not forgetting some kiss me quick hats and Blackpool rock!
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Developing Artistic Vision
The project didn't stop at the creation of collages. Students then moved into the development phase, refining their pieces through various artistic processes. Using digital tools and traditional methods, they enhanced their images, added textures, and experimented with colour schemes. This phase allowed them to push the boundaries of their creativity, transforming simple photographs into complex, layered artworks.
Creating ‘Sources of Blackpool’
Back in the classroom, the students began the process of transforming their photographs into art. Inspired by Blake’s collage techniques, each student curated a selection of their images to create their own “Sources of Blackpool.” This exercise challenged them to think critically about composition, mirroring the process Blake used in his pop art creations. Students have created a stunning array of collages, each one a testament to the students’ artistic vision and technical skill. Through their lenses, familiar sights took on new meanings, blending together to form a multifaceted portrait of Blackpool.
CYBERFIRST
BLACKPOOL MEGA FESTIVAL
On July 2nd, 40 girls from Year 7 and Year 8 visited Blackpool and the Fylde College, University Campus, to participate in a Cyber First Event aimed at encouraging girls to consider careers in technology. Nine other schools also attended the event, providing students with a range of challenges related to the cyber world.
Students engaged in various activities offered by different providers. The IN4.0 Group facilitated a session with VR headsets where students decrypted messages and used virtual reality to escape from locked rooms. Additionally, students visited the multinational accountancy firm KPMG and, with their IT team, completed a Cyber Incident Response Exercise that involved responding to a data ransomware threat.
The National Centre for Computing Education (NCCE) conducted a workshop where students worked with MicroBits to decode hidden messages using a technique called steganography.
The highlights of the day included relaxing on beanbags, enjoying a DJ set, and multiple visits from Titan the Robot, who is well-known from Britain’s Got Talent. We were also lucky enough to have 2 students win a £50 Amazon voucher for their excellent participation in the day!
CYBERFIRST MEGA FESTIVAL
Year nine trip to @HOST at Media City in Salford
In May, students from our school embarked on an enlightening journey to HOST at Media City in Salford, Manchester, for an eye-opening event organised in collaboration with Cyber First partners.
The trip provided a unique opportunity for both students and parents to delve into the realm of cybersecurity and media, offering insights into potential career paths and the ever-evolving landscape of technology.
Exploring the Future of Cybersecurity & Media at HOST, Media City
Throughout the event, participants engaged in thought-provoking discussions about the allure of a career in cybersecurity and the various pathways available to enter this dynamic field. From exploring the positive and negative aspects of AI to leveraging open-source technology for problem-solving, students gained invaluable knowledge and practical skills. A highlight of the day was the exhilarating challenge of GEOGUESSER, where students used their newfound skills to decipher
clues and pinpoint locations— a thrilling demonstration of problem-solving prowess. Moreover, the importance of diversity in cybersecurity was emphasised, with discussions addressing the underrepresentation of women in the field. Beyond cybersecurity, students were treated to a tour of Media City, including the renowned TV studios of BBC and ITV, providing them with a glimpse into the vibrant world of media production.
The day concluded with students immersing themselves in the latest gaming technology, experiencing first hand the innovation and excitement that await them in the realms of cybersecurity and media.
Overall, the trip to HOST at Media City was an enriching experience, igniting curiosity and inspiring future endeavours in the fields of technology and media.
Trip to KPMG
Recently, our Year Ten computer science students embarked on an exciting educational journey to the bustling city center of Manchester.
Their destination?
The prestigious offices of KPMG, one of our esteemed computing industry partners. This unique opportunity provided our students with an immersive experience in the world of cyber security, a field that continues to grow in importance in our increasingly digital society.
Throughout the day, our students had the privilege of listening to seasoned professionals who had successfully completed cyber security apprenticeships. These experts shared their insights and experiences, offering valuable perspectives on the dynamic nature of their work. Engaging in a variety of hands-on cyber tasks, our students were able to gain practical knowledge and skills, further igniting their interest in this burgeoning field.
A highlight of the day was the tour of KPMG’s state-of-theart offices, where students witnessed firsthand the innovative technologies and collaborative environments that define modern cyber security operations. As the day concluded, our students reflected on their experiences while enjoying some train snacks from a local takeaway.
It was evident that the staff at KPMG were impressed not only by our students’ behavior but also by their genuine enthusiasm and engagement throughout the day. We are immensely proud of our students and grateful to KPMG for providing such a valuable opportunity, inspiring them to consider exciting career pathways in cyber security.
MONTGOMERY ATTENDANCE NEWSLETTER
(SUMMER TERM)
Dear Parents and carers, we just want to say a big thank you to all parents and carers for your support this year. We know that having good attendance at school is vitally important for the development of young people. We also know that there are many reasons why children can sometimes not want to come to school and that whilst these are often genuine, as a school we can do a lot to help you to get your child into school and benefit from the many advantages being in school can give to young people.
If you are concerned about how your child is feeling about school or if their illness may be linked to issues at school please contact your child’s Pastoral Manager, Form Tutor or Progress Leader and they can look to help.
Please see the LINK below for medical advice on making sure your child doesn’t miss any school unnecessarily. https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/is-my-child-too-ill-for-school/
Recognition for good attendance
At the end of June, the attendance figures are showing some really positive trends.
Over 20% of students have attended school every day since our return after the Easter break on April 15th. There are also around 60 students who have 100% attendance since September, which is an absolutely amazing achievement. Well done to them! We currently have almost 250 students who will be eligible for the
‘Attendance Pizza Party’ for those who have maintained an attendance rate over 98% since Easter. These really positive trends were recognised in our most recent Ofsted inspection. We also need to make you aware that many of our students are working hard to improve their attendance, overcoming many barriers and we do our best to
recognise and support these individuals.
We would like to say a big thank you to all of you who completed the Attendance Survey, and are especially grateful for your honesty. It was interesting that many of you highlighted that if your child had been ill on Wednesday and Thursday you might be less likely to send them into school
on Friday. This may go some way to help explain why our attendance rate might be lower on Fridays. We have also spoken to the Attendance Team at Blackpool Council about the wording on some of the letters they use in response to some of your comments
Holidays in term time (a reminder)
We will not authorise term time holidays as we know this has a harmful impact on your child’s chances of doing well at school. A two-week holiday takes your child out of school for 10 days which is the equivalent to 5% of the year’s attendance. This means that child can never achieve the target of 96% attendance even if they don’t have another day off for the rest of the year. It is not acceptable to harm your child’s future in this way, so please do not book term time holidays.
MONTGOMERY REMEMBERS
Mr Byrne writes that Montgomery was represented by staff and students at a special D Day celebration service, Moor Park Arboretum on Thursday, June 6th. The service was attended by several veterans, the Lord Lieutenant of Lancashire and the Mayor of Blackpool.
Mr Benson: ‘The students were amazing and we got to meet a lovely veteran of 98 who served during D Day.’
Lucy: ‘The service was amazing. My favourite part was walking around the beautiful gardens and
Teighlor: ‘The people were very kind. It was quite cool that the soldiers had flags and axes! I also liked that the benches and all the wild life was very well kept. 9.51/10
Freya: ‘Oooh - I liked the beautiful gardens and walking around it in the fresh air!’ 10/10
We
are delighted to say that we have been invited to assist with the arboretum’s upkeep!
After school, before nipping off to another D Day Celebration event, one of our SSC Cadets, Oscar Hicken helped with the STEAM Club
Whole school assemblies for that week shared the D-Day landing remembrance with all students.
'Litter pick' of the playing field!
Year 7, 8 and 9 Rounders
What a successful term of rounders we have had at Montgomery Academy. All students that represented “Team Monty ‘’ against other Blackpool schools did an immensely amazing job.
Rounders Key Highlights...
Key highlights include the year 9 rounders team qualifying for the Lancashire youth games where they will compete against other Lancashire schools. Here are some photos of our amazing bunch! Well done girls! The P.E. department are proud of your sporting accomplishments.
Year 8 Rounders
What a performance our year 8 team had against St Marys and Unity in our North Schools Rounders Tournament and then in the final against St George’s! With a huge squad of 15 (after we won the semis with 7) - I couldn’t say no to the girls who wanted to play and be part of the Monty team. Missing some key players but we put in our all and had an amazing time!
#memories #winsomelosesome
They laughed, they screamed, they were incredibly determined. Unfortunately, lost by one rounder in the end. 2nd place is amazing when you try your best and work as a team! Well done Monty dream team!
OPOM - Miley L and Darcy K
CPOM - Imogen B for her epic dives and catches from Miley’s super
Year 7 Rounders
The year 7 girls had a blast at St Mary’s for their North Schools Rounders Tournament. They came second to a better team on the day to the winnersSt Mary’s and beat Unity in a close game on number of outs!
The girls all worked incredibly hard learning the rules in a short space of time, having never played before. We also had some key players missing. The girls were an absolute delight and we created ever lasting memories! Well done you all should be proud… watch this space for next year!
OPOM + CPOM - Abigail McK for her immense catching and knowledge of the game!
Montgomery place 3rd at the Lancashire Schools Dance Competition
On Monday 29th April, it was the Lancashire Schools’ Dance Competition, where all primary and secondary district winners were competing to be crowned Lancashire champions. The theme was breaking boundaries, with our take on this being cyber bullying
and that forming meaningful relationships is much more important than the pursuit of online popularity.
The girls performed exceptionally well with many teachers commending their performance. This is what the judges had to say:
Judge 1 8/10 27/30 26/30 28/30
Judge 2 8/10 25/30 24/30 25/30
Nice counter balances
Good center line Emotional
Beautifully costumed A beautiful piece
Judge 3 7/10 21/30 23/30 26/30 Great formations
It was such an amazing and emotional moment, which was so deserved as many of them have had no dance training but rehearsed tirelessly in preparation for this performance.
EA Sports Final at West Bromwich Albion
Montgomery Academy was one of 32 schools selected by the English Schools F.A. to take part in a brand new Esports competition called EA 24.
This proved extremely popular as we had over 200 pupils battling it out in the school competition.
Ruby W and Dan R were the eventual girl and boy winners of the competition and represented Montgomery Academy at the first ever English Schools EA 24 Esports Competition held at West Bromwich Albion Football Club. The format for the day was to play 5 games and whoever finished in the top 8 of the table went on to play in the quarter finals. Ruby and Dan both made it through after their first 5 games, Ruby was in 2nd place in the girls competition and Dan in 3rd in the boys.
The quarter finals were very exciting Ruby progressing through with ease but unfortunately Dan, despite leading 5-3 lost to a last minute goal so his tournament came to an end.
Ruby however, went on to win her semi final and win 3-1 in the national final to become the first ever English Schools EA 24 sports Champion. A fantastic day was had and we are so proud of Ruby.
She WON a weekend away in London to watch the Esports Champions League Final and some Playstation software.
Blackpool Youth Games Year 7 Super 8’s Athletics Championships
The PE dream team took 16 of our year 7 delights to Stanley Park yesterday for a perfect day at the track. The team came 2nd gracefully to a very strong St George’s team.
Outstanding results go to Jailan and Ruby C who gained a first place! Both a natural talent and we are excited to see what they achieve on the track during their time with us at Montgomery!
Jailan RS who pipped his opponent over the finish line the 100m in a time of 13.12s
Ruby C who breezed the 800m in a time of 2m35
RESULTS FOR THE GIRLS
Annabelle F 2nd High Jump 1.15m
Abigail M 3rd in 800m 9th in shot 4m30
Ruby P 3rd 200m 31.6s, 3rd in long jump 3m10
Ruby C 3rd javelin 12m80 1st 800m 2m35
Ruby D 4th shot 4m50
Lolo N 8th in long jump 2m60, 3rd in heat 200m 34.64s
Ava K 3rd High Jump 1.10m, 1st (in heat) 100m 14.94s
Ruby BB 3rd 100m 15.27s, 4th javelin 9m80
Relays A - 63.59 2nd B - 66.28 1st
Unfortunately, Lacey C was injured on the day, we wish her a quick recovery and are excited to see what time she can run over 100m being one of the fastest in the year group in PE lessons.
RESULTS FOR THE BOYS
Zack J 3rd high jump 1m10
Seb H 3rd in heat 800m 2min59 2nd javelin 21m80
Alfie B 3rd javelin 16m90 2nd (heat) 100m 13.9
Jailan RS 3rd long jump 3m50 1st 100m 13.12
Oscar W 3rd overall 800m 2min52 7th shot 5m
Ellis T 2nd 200m 32.13s 3rd long jump 3m90
Oliver N 4th high jump 1m
Tyler C 8th shot 4m40 1st (heat) 200m 30.87s
Relays A - 59.39s 2nd B - 1st
Montgomery had the pleasure of organising the event and we thoroughly enjoyed it! The students made it easy for us, they were well prepped and all very SMART in all aspects of their behaviour, attitudes and performances! It was also very nice to see parents supporting too, such a lovely memory made for all.
Blackpool Youth Games Cricket
On Wednesday 19th June we took our Year 9 Girls cricket team and our Year 7 Boys cricket team to Blackpool Cricket Club for the Blackpool Youth Games Tournament. What a fantastic morning for Montogmery as we won both competitions. Our Girls won three out of three to bring home the shield for a second year running. Whilst, our boys won four out four games to win their tournament and advance to a Lancashire Competition at Fives in Manchester. The boys went on to lose in the semi-final of this event, which came at the hands of the eventual winners. A fantastic opportunity
Blackpool Youth Games Dodgeball
On Friday 21st June a combination of Year 7 and Year 10 students competed in the Blackpool Youth Games Dodgeball tournament. The Y7 team played fantastically well, showing great teamwork to overcome older students and ended up Runner Up in the Year 7 and 8 competition. The Year 10 boys displayed some excellent skills and their competitive spirit helped them defeat some talented opposition, resulting in them winning the Year 9 and 10 competition. Combining the scores of both competitions together meant that Montgomery won the overall competition. Congratulations to all involved, they represented themselves and the school impeccably and it was fantastic to see the older students supporting the Year 7’s throughout the tournament.
Blackpool Youth Games Girls’ Football
On Monday 17th June our football girls took part in the Blackpool Youth Games Tournament at Stanley Park. The Year 9 & 10 team stormed through their games with 35 goals scored and 0 conceded. A truly fantastic performance from our girls who have now won this competition for the past three years. The Year 7 & 8 girls also had a great afternoon after winning one, drawing two and losing two in a very competitive competition. They all had a great afternoon in the sun.
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Montgomery House Update
As we approach the end of this half term, we wanted to take a moment to look back on the exciting and engaging challenges that have taken place.
From historical discoveries to creative endeavors, it’s been a fantastic period full of learning, fun, and awareness. Let’s dive into the highlights!
Our history department took students on a fascinating journey through time, sharing the lives and legacies of some of history’s most influential figures.
The “Who’s Who of History” challenge challenged students to delve deep into the past, quizzing students on their knowledge of influential figures. Well done to everyone who participated!
In an impressive display of strength and determination, students participated in the Challenge Endurance event, pushing themselves to the limit with wall sits and planks.
ENDURANCE
THE GOAL?
To see who could hold these challenging positions the longest. Amidst cheers and encouragement, students showcased their resilience and stamina, turning a simple fitness challenge into a spirited competition. The event highlighted not only physical endurance but also the power of perseverance and community spirit. Congratulations to all participants for their incredible efforts!
Deaf Computing Team: Speed Typing
Typing fast and accurately is an invaluable skill in the digital age. Our Computing Team hosted the Speed Typing Challenge, where students from each year group competed to showcase their typing prowess. It was intense, fingers flew, and records were broken. Congratulations to our top typists who proved that practise makes perfect!
Awareness Week
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Deaf Awareness Week was an enlightening time for us all. We learned about the experiences of the deaf community, the importance of inclusivity, and ways to communicate more effectively with those who are hard of hearing. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped spread awareness.
Move for Your Mental Health Mental Health Awareness Week emphasized the significance of physical activity for our mental wellbeing. Students participated in a group walk on the field, all aimed at boosting mental health.
French FOOD & DRINK
Bonjour! Challenge Pride Month
Our taste buds took a trip to France as we explored the delicious world of French cuisine. Students learned about traditional French food and drink, before being quizzed on what they had learned, enhancing their understanding and appreciation of French culture. C’était délicieux!
Design Our Montgomery Flag
In celebration of Pride Month, we held a challenge to share positive messages for everyone in our community. Students submitted their creative designs that shared inclusivity and diversity messages. The designs will be proudly displayed around the school, showcasing our commitment to supporting the LGBTQ+ community.
Our history buffs didn’t stop with "Who's Who of History"
The Crest Making activity saw students learning about the history of crests, in particular the royal crest, before designing and crafting their own crests. The creativity and attention to detail were impressive!
Resistant Challenge Materials
Engineering and design skills were put to the test in the Resistant Materials Challenge. Students were tasked with making a circuit based on a series of instructions and components, the challenge was a race against the clock to make a circuit in the fastest time!
Thank you all for participating and making these activities memorable. We hope you enjoyed them as much as we did organizing them. Stay curious, stay active, and keep up the great work, Montgomery students!r
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