Edition No 4

Edition No 4, 20/21 October 2020 Free virtual choir sessions with the awesome Mark de Lisser Last year at this time in Oct some of our Oakfield Academy students were lucky enough to participate in a vocal workshop at Frome College with the incredibly gifted Mark De-Lisser (vocal coach/choral director/ gospel singer). Mark has worked with many professional singers and this time last year was busy coaching the celebrities taking part in ‘The Masked Singer’ on TV. He inspired all of us with his passion and energy and we left the workshop that day feeling inspired and uplifted. On the 8th, 9th and 10th Oct he will be running free virtual choirs which you can sign up for by following the link below on his Instagram page (markdelisser). He also explains on his Instagram page the reasons behind the choir and his support of mental health issues. https://instabio.cc/markdelisser When you click on this link you then need to click ‘World Mental Health Day 2020’ and follow the instructions. If you are unsure as to what type of singer you are (soprano, alto, tenor or bass) then I would recommend the following:Highest voices - soprano (soprano parts are also usually the main tune so easy to pick up), an example of a soprano voice would be Ariana Grande.

High - Alto (usually harmony parts), an example of an alto singer would be Amy Winehouse or Dua Lipa.

Lower – tenor, an example of a tenor singer would be Bruno Mars or Sam Smith.

Lowest/deepest – bass, an example of a bass singer would be Rag’n’Bone Man. Don’t be shy and give it a go - maybe this could be something you could do with your whole family!

Ms C Parsons, (Head of Performing Arts)

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As well as road safety and being seen in the dark, please talk at home about the other dangers that the darker evenings bring, and the importance of staying safe at all times‌.. nothing alarmist, just a gentle reminder to be where they should be and to stay in touch.

We have been informed by Somerset SAINT that mop up sessions are planned for those children who missed their flu vaccination recently at Oakfield.

Please contact them directly if you wish to book an appointment Tel 0300 323 0032 or Email somersetsaint@ somersetft.nhs.uk The vaccine is not available to school aged children from GP’s, so please do not contact them unless they have a medical condition that puts them in the at risk group.

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Why not learn a new instrument ?

Mrs Hooper our Woodwind Peripatetic Teacher has vacancies this term. She would be happy to meet and allow your child to have a free taster session.

If you are interested, please contact Mrs Palfrey in our Finance Office who will be able to give you more information.

ACADEMY PHOTOGRAPH DAYS Tuesday 19th January ‘Virtual’ Whole School Photograph plus Year Five individual Photographs Friday 19th March Years 6 7 and 8 individual photographs plus Year 8 group Leaver Photographs

22 & 23 October w/c 26 October 2 November 18 December 21 December— 1 January 4 & 5 January 6 January

INSET Days Half Term Holidays Term 2 End of Term 2 (Academy closes 2pm) Christmas Holidays INSET Days Term 3

As part of our Oakfield Infinity Curriculum, we are always on the lookout to spot members of our academy community displaying the Oakfield core concepts:-

Anyone in the community can nominate a pupil or adult for an award—just email your Head of Year or the Academy email box. Each month a list of nominations are printed in the newsletter and special infinity pin badges are presented to those who have gone above and beyond.

Mrs Gardner, Head of Year 8—INTEGRITY—Going the extra mile to support pupils and their parents with improving their attendance in Year 8.

Luke Pow, 6N—ETIQUETTE, ORACY & VOCABULARLY, INTEGRITY— Acting in a calm and sensible manner when someone fell ill, and getting help from a member of staff.

Southern Co-op, Nunney Road, FROME— MORALS & ETHICS—Supporting the Academy with repeated donations— thank you!

These are the seating times for each bubble…. outside play opportunities are also separately timetabled.

We have another Bikeability Course booked for the 9th and 10th November. This training will be open to our Year 7 pupils only to protect the Year Bubbles.

If you would like to take part, please telephone Mrs Warren or email the Academy. We really need any parents that could also help on one or both days too please You will need a reliable bike, helmet and padlock.

Mrs Warren also runs a waiting list for future courses at the Academy.