The Chelmer Valley Weekly Bulletin
22nd March 2024
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Lost Property
All lost property will be out in the foyer this week and next week for students to look through. Any unclaimed items will be donated to charity.
Ramadan Mubarak
It is that time of the year again where Muslims and some Non-Muslims will observe the auspicious month of Ramadan. The first day of fasting will be Monday 11th March. There are many students at CVHS that observe this month.
The month is not just about abstaining from food and water during daylight hours, but also increase generosity by giving to the needy. It's also a month to reflect, pray, appreciate, become less selfish as there are many many people around the world that have very little to nothing such as shelter, food and clothing, and yet they still go on, surviving.
What's Been Happening This Week in Tutor Time?
This week in tutor time our students in Years 7– 11 have been continuing to look at the 5 Ways to Wellbeing related to the elements of keep learning by about ways to keep safe online.
Year 7 – Social Media
Year 8 – Cyber bullying
Year 9 – Digital footprint
Year 10 – Online Safety – Extremism and radicalisation
Year 11 – Online Safety – Pornography
Please click here for a link to the school website where these presentations can be viewed.
House assemblies have taken place this week and students have been celebrating their achievements as a House and their positions on the leader board.
FAME Jr
Fame Rehearsal Schedule
Please note, there is an after-school rehearsal on Tuesday and Wednesday this week. Named roles Tuesday and whole cast (except teachers) on Wednesday.
Drama Notices
Glee Club Boot Camp
We are meeting in the car park on Sunday morning, ready to leave at 7.15am please. Approximate return time is 2pm. Students need to bring the food and drink they require and should wear all black clothing that they can perform in and their Glee Club hoody!
MonoSlam!
All Year 9 students involved in this event need to please stay after school on Wednesday in preparation for performing between 4.30pm and 6pm. Students should be collected at this time.
Arts Award
Those students who have signed up to complete the Arts Award should attend a meeting with Mrs Howse during Tuesday morning's registration time in ED1. Please register with your tutor then come straight to the Drama studio.
Please note, Tuesday lunchtimes have been allocated to you to complete your evidence. This can be done in O3. Feel free to bring your lunch with you!
Please direct any Arts Award questions to me or Mrs Nicholas.
Mrs Howse
🎨 Art Department Work of the Week 🎨
Congratulations to Heidi Breen 11V for winning Art Work of the Week with her amazing observational study - we loved the bold colour and careful blending!
PE Extra Curricular Clubs - Summer Term
PE Notice
There will be no PE after school clubs next week.
PE Fixtures - w/c 25th March 2024
Please Note:
- Fixtures are subject to change.
- Students must check the team sheets on the notice boards in PE to check team and confirm timings.
Unfortunately we are no longer able to have parents come into school to watch their children in sporting fixtures. We appreciate this is very disappointing for both students and parents, however, we must adhere to the stringent safeguarding guidance given to us. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Prayer Space
English GCSE Clinic
The English department are running an English Clinic for Year 11 students every Thursday after school from 3.15pm to 4.15pm in N3.
If you have an English problem or you are finding an aspect of the course challenging there will be a member of the team on hand to help you with your needs.
Mathematics Past Papers Booklet
The completion of past papers is a great way to revise for the upcoming maths examinations next summer. To aid this the Maths Department have produced a booklet of past Maths papers for all Year 11 students to use in and out of the classroom. To cover the increased cost of printing a payment of £5 is requested towards the cost of photocopying these.
Payment can be made via your child’s Wisepay account. If your child is in receipt of the Pupil Premium there may be some financial support to fund this – please get in touch to let us know if you are able to part-fund or require assistance with the full amount.
Thank you for your continued support and we wish your child every success in the forthcoming examinations.
Mr Curd
Maths Clinic
Sixth Form students are still running a Maths Clinic every break time in N33.
If you are in Years 7, 8, 9, 10 or 11 and are stuck on your homework or a question, please come and see them, they will be glad to help. A member of staff will be present to supervise.
Maths GCSE and A-Level Revision Sessions
Year 11 Revision Sessions run on Wednesdays after school in N3. They enable access and help with online resources. All Year 11 students are welcome, from 3pm to 4pm. Any person causing disruption or those not working will be sent away.
Year 12 and Year 13 students continue to meet in N33 every Wednesday after school from 3.15pm to 4.15pm.
Scientific Calculators
A scientific calculator is a necessary item of equipment for school. Casio FX83 approved for all exams are available on Wisepay for you to purchase for your child. They are priced at £9.50 which is a saving on most on-line sources.
Revision Guides & Workbooks
All Revision Guides and Workbooks as mentioned in previous Bulletins are still available to buy via Wisepay.
Looking Ahead.....
Monday 25th March to Thursday 28th March - WEEK B
Monday 25th to Wednesday 27th March - Year 11 GCSE Food NEA Practical Exams
Monday 25th March - Year 10 Enrichment Performance of Romeo & Juliet in school
Tuesday 26th March - Year 10 Theatre Production Performance of Macbeth in school
Wednesday 27th March - Years 7-9 Monoslam! Competition
Thursday 28th March - School finishes at 12.50pm - Buses depart at 1.00pm
Friday 29th March to Friday 12th April - Easter Holidays
Monday 15th April to Friday 19th April - WEEK A
Monday 15th April - Back to School for all students
Monday 15h to Wednesday 17th April - Year 13 Mock Resits
Monday 15th April - Year 12 BTEC PE Mock Exam
Tuesday 16th April - Year 10 Positively You!
Tuesday 16th April - Positively You! Parents Workshop
Tuesday 16th April - Year 10 Construction Site Visit
Wednesday 17th April - Holocaust Memorial Day
Wednesday 17th April - Year 10 Child Development Practical NEA Assessment
Thursday 18th April - Year 12 Physics Trip to Sizewell B
Chelmsford City Council
Home Upgrade Grant Phase 2
Families struggling to pay energy bills could get free home energy improvements. HUG2 is a government-funded scheme for low-income households open to homeowners and private tenants in:
- Homes not heated by mains gas which includes oil, coal, LPG or only electric heating.
AND
- Households with a combined annual income of less than £36,000; receiving an income-related means-tested benefit such as Universal Credit or there is a child living at the premises eligible for free school meals due to low income. Households in Chelmsford, which has been prioritised for funding, will also be eligible.
AND
- Hard to heat homes – this is based on your home Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). Families will be helped with this part of the assessment.
Visit https://www.chelmsford.gov.uk/housing/housing-grants-and-loans/home-upgrade-grant-phase-2/ to find out more and apply.
About Us
Letters sent to Parents/Carers can be found on our website here:
https://www.chelmervalleyhighschool.co.uk/310/parentmailletters-sent-home
Email: school@chelmer.essex.sch.uk
Website: www.chelmervalleyhighschool.co.uk
Location: Court Road, Broomfield, Chelmsford, UK
Phone: 01245 440232
ONLINE SAFETY GUIDANCE FOR PARENTS AND CARERS
Please follow this link for information on supporting parents and carers in keeping their children safe online.
REMOTE LEARNING
For further support with remote learning please visit our school webpage for lots of information https://www.chelmervalleyhighschool.co.uk/1992/students-working-at-home
TOP TIPS FOR STAYING EMOTIONALLY HEALTHY
The Top tips for staying emotionally healthy during self-isolation include using the NHS 5 ways of wellness which can be accessed here.
E-SAFETY NEWS & INFO
The school website features an E-safety News & Information widget, which you can find under our quick links on the home page as well as under Safeguarding. This will enable you to keep up to date with the latest stories regarding E-safety. https://www.chelmervalleyhighschool.co.uk/317/e-safety
KEEPING CHILDREN SAFE ONLINE
Netware is a parents’ guide to the social networks children and young people use. Stay up to date and keep your child safe in today’s digital world. https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/