UTC Oxfordshire
Newsletter - 30th April 2021
Dear all
As the May Bank Holiday approaches, the academic year seems to be flying by. We have had a productive week here at UTC Oxfordshire. The exam groups are working hard with teachers on their assessments and the other year groups are continuing with their studies, working towards what will eventually be their qualifications. There is a feel of normality around the building despite the need to wear face coverings in classrooms and around the corridors and of course the need to sanitise hands and keep up with the twice weekly Lateral Flow Tests.
NATIONAL SARCOIDOSIS DAY
National Sarcoidosis Day on April 30th annually raises awareness about a non-contagious immune system disease. While most commonly found in the lungs, Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease that can affect any part of the body, inside or out.
When it attacks the skin, it typically looks like a scaly rash or red bumps. Often, people don’t realize they have it and blame it on allergies or a simple reaction to something with which they came into contact. Sarcoidosis can affect muscles, bones, kidneys, eyes, liver, the heart or any other part of the body. When it affects the eyes, the usual symptoms are sore eyes. When internal organs or muscles are affected it can cause swelling and pain. In the lungs, it can cause a dry cough, shortness of breath, and mild chest pain.
Anyone can get Sarcoidosis, but it typically attacks people between the ages of 20 and 40. In about half of the cases, Sarcoidosis goes away without treatment. In more severe cases, for which there is no cure, the symptoms may last for years and cause organ damage. While scientists don’t fully understand Sarcoidosis yet, research continues to be done on it in the hopes of finding the cause and a cure.
How To Observe National Sarcoidosis Day
National Sarcoidosis Day was inspired by Carl DeLine and David Sohl. Recognise this important medical day by educating yourself about Sarcoidosis. Share your knowledge and experience on Social Media
A team at the University of Hull and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has conducted new research during a recent clinical trial into Sarcoidosis University clinical trial for pulmonary sarcoidosis treatment shows promise | University of Hull
Teacher Assessment updates
Elements Café
Jen and her team are planning a themed menu for the return after the Bank Holiday. Please see the menus below.
Covid -19
Please continue with the twice weekly Lateral flow tests and remember to report the results
Dates for the diary
- Monday 3rd May Bank Holiday - School will be closed
- Wednesday 5th May, 16.00 - 19.00 Year 13 Progress Consultation Evening. Appointment bookings are open. The link to book your appointment and a useful user guide is available on our website here.
w/c 17th May and w/c 24th May
- Summative Assessments under formal exam conditions for year 11 and year 13.
- Students will be given clear guidance and a timetable on what will be tested to ensure that the final grades submitted will have sufficient evidence to back them up.
Looking further ahead
- 31st May to 4th June - Half term
- Monday 7th June term starts for year 10 and year 12
- A programme of events will be published for year 13 and year 11
- Friday 11th June Last official day for year 13
- Friday 18th June last official day for year 11
- Wednesday 21st July - Summer break (finish lunchtime)
- Tuesday 10th August - A-level results (onsite)
- Thursday 12th August - GCSE Results (onsite)
Enjoy the Bank Holiday weekend and we look forward to school being open again on Tuesday morning as normal
Stay Safe
With good wishes
Sam