I am writing to share a few updates as we move towards the end of term. Firstly, our phone pouch system continues to go well. Staff have noticed fewer trips to the toilet during lessons, which is helping to create a calmer atmosphere and enabling pupils to maintain a stronger focus on their learning. Thank you for your continued support with this important initiative. We are interested to hear how you have found it and whether it has made a difference to interactions at home. Please use this email address to let us know: phonepouch@alsagerschool.org
You may also be aware of the proposed changes to the Rode Heath travel arrangements. I understand that this is a matter of concern for many families. I have contacted our local MP and have received a response to say that she too is concerned about the proposed changes. I will continue to monitor this closely and share any further updates with you as they become available. I would encourage everyone affected by this to contact Sarah Russell. There is power in numbers.
The World Cup has now begun and there has already been a real buzz around school as we join in with the excitement. There are quite a few sweepstakes. I drew Australia so I don’t really fancy my chances of winning, but you never know! Our canteen team has been helping us celebrate with a range of themed dishes, including Mexican beef chili, South African hertzoggies, Canadian bubble-coated salmon goujons, and Bosnian Herzegovinian Čupavci cake. Please do make sure that your child’s lunch account is topped up so that they can enjoy these special menu options. We know that many of the World Cup matches are taking place later in the evening, but we would still expect all pupils to attend school and arrive punctually each day. To add to the excitement, all pupils with good BfL grades will be entered into a prize draw to win either an Xbox or a PlayStation, kindly donated by HMM. The competition will launch on Monday and will run until the end of term, so there is plenty for pupils to look forward to.
Finally, examinations will finish next week for our Year 11 and Y13 pupils. We are incredibly proud of the way they have approached this important period. Once exams have concluded, we will be asking Year 11 families to consider donating any unwanted uniform items. These donations are always greatly appreciated and can make a real difference to other families in our school community.
Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support and whatever your plans, have a lovely weekend.
“Don’t let your anger control your actions.” (Manisha Wadhani)
