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Issue 7 - Friday 20 October 2023
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Dear Parents
I can't believe we are at half-term already. No school next week, and please remember we have a training day on Friday, 10th November, so there are no pupils in school on that Friday.
This week has been a busy week starting with some dance workshops for some pupils on Monday and ends today with our Wear Red to "Give Racism the Red Card". This week's news from Israel and Gaza has highlighted how important it is that we give racism the red card and treat all people as equals and that we do not judge each other on the basis of race, religion or cultural heritage. As a school we are committed to challenge racism in our community and help our pupils to understand how racism impacts on people within our school and wider community. Across this year we have a number of events booked to support us in achieving this. Today's wear red day is just a small part of our overall plan.
A couple of classes have moved rooms today because of issues round climbing stairs and safety. Mr Cowley's class have moved from the temporary new buildings across into the new building and Mrs Daniel's class have moved into the new temporary block.
I know Mrs Fabish wants to share some information and, hopefully, photos from last week from our Germany School visit so I will keep my bit short.
Have a great half-term and don't forget that the clocks go back one hour at 2am on Sunday 29th of October - so enjoy the extra hour!
Ms C Caddell
Deputy Headteacher
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- Reminder -
School is closed for Half Term next week.
School re-opens on Monday 30 October 2023.
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Today in school we wore red to
"Show Racism the Red Card".
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Harry has won the Jack Petchey Award for September !
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Well Done Harry!
Harry has returned to Meadow in the summer and has moved pathways and a new form. He has settled in very well and made new friends. Harry always has a positive attitude in School.
Harry chose to spend £300 towards tickets for all Jack Petchey winners, this year to see Elf the Musical
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Hello from Meadow's Governors!
As Autumn half-term is already upon us we'd like to welcome all our Year 7 joiners and hope you've settled in well. To everyone else, welcome back.
As a quick reminder, school governors are responsible for appointing and working with our head teacher, approving the school's budget and setting the vision and strategy for Meadow. We have a mix of experience in subject areas (accounting, HR, school management for example), some of us have or had children at Meadow, we have a local authority appointed governor and a school staff governor. If you search for "governors" on the school website, you can find out more about us. We can be contacted via the School Office at meadow@meadowhighschool.org or free to say hello if you see one of us around school, we have black and white "Governor" lanyards.
Governors' recent focus has been on expansion at Royal Lane and Northwood Road, safeguarding, attendance, the achievement of our children and the ever present task of monitoring our budget. We would like to thank all our staff and pupils for working so well adapt to our new temporary classrooms and assure you we're all looking forward to the return of the playground when our great new building is complete.
Finally, a small advertisement. We are looking to recruit a new parent or carer governor. Details will be coming out next half-term, and you'll have the opportunity to meet some governors, where we can give you more information about the role and our experiences. Meanwhile, please give some thought as to whether you would like the opportunity to support our school and help drive it forward as a governor. Watch this space for more information soon!
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Use of Mobile Phones Year 7 - 11
A quick reminder to year 7 - 11 pupils that, once they arrive on school premises, mobile phones must be put away. All mobile phones (and other electronic devices - iPads etc) must be handed in to Form Tutors during registration. These will be kept in the class safe and handed back at the end of the day. Any pupil seen using their mobile (or other electronic device) once on school premises in the morning will be directed to put the phone away immediately until it can be handed in to their Form Tutor in registration. At the end of the day, all devices need to be kept in either their school bag (or pocket) until they are off site. No pupil should be using a mobile (or iPad etc) once on the school premises.
Ms. J Richards
Assistant Headteacher Year 9-11
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School Uniform!
Thank you all for adapting to the recent uniform changes. It is wonderful to see (almost!) every young person is now in the correct uniform!
Please ensure all items of school uniform are named (including their coats//jackets, shoes and PE kit), as the school cannot accept any legal responsibility for lost or stolen items of clothing.
Unfortunately, some pupils have ‘lost’ items of uniform (usually a fleece or sweatshirt) that have had their name in, and it still can’t be found at school. Can I ask all parents/carers to check their young person’s uniforms please? Whilst one advantage of school uniforms is that everyone looks so similar, there can also be a disadvantage - now that everyone is wearing similar clothing it is very easy for a young person to bring home something that actually belongs to someone else! If you do find an imposter item of uniform please return it to school!
Thank you all so much!
Ms. J Richards
Assistant Headteacher Year 9 - 11
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Anti-Racism Coffee Morning
Last Friday we held our first coffee morning with Audrey Pantalis. This was a great opportunity for parents and carers to meet Audrey. Audrey was able to explain her role within the School and the work that has already started with our students and staff.
The coffee morning was a great success and gave everyone the chance to talk openly in a safe environment.
Parents and Carers have welcomed the idea of meeting again, so watch this space for new dates.
Ms M Newman & Ms C Sojka
Anti-Racism Co-Ordinator's
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Meadow High School Hello Youtube Channel
– Lots of Stories to enjoy!
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Extended Learning: Engaging with a range of stories provides lots of learning opportunities. Please remember that we have our own youtube channel where you’ll find a wide of stories to enjoy. Listening to stories can help boost reading and language skills;
- spark your imagination and stimulate curiosity
- help your brain, social skills and communication skills develop
- help learn new words as you read. Subconsciously, you will absorb information on how to structure sentences and how to use words and other language features effectively
- help with develop understanding of how to read, modelling pacing, proper intonation (using voice for expression) and correct pronunciation whilst immersing children in stories
- help develop comprehension skills – a crucial part of reading
- help inspire a love of books and reading – a life-long learning tool
We will be posting two new stories on Wednesday 1st November. The stories this month are:
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Funny Bones by Janet and Allan Ahlberg
read by Mrs. Mistry.
This is how the story begins... “On a dark, dark hill there was a dark, dark town. In the dark, dark town there was a dark, dark street."
A perfect choice for Halloween!
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Goosebumps: The Werewolf of Fever Swamp’ by R.L. Stine read by Miss Gaafar.
For those of you that like a little scare, this might be the book for you this Halloween! Grady is new to the town. When strange things start to happen, people are suspicious of his dog. He does look a bit wolf-like but Grady knows he is just an ordinary dog...
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Calendar / Letters Home / Lunches
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Upcoming Events
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Monday 23 October 2023
- Friday 27 October 2023
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HALF TERM HOLIDAY
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Friday 10 November 2023
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ANNUAL REVIEW DAY
Some pupils will have their Annual Reviews and invitations will be sent out.
SCHOOL IS CLOSED TO PUPILS
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Tuesday 14 November 2023
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Poppy Day
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Friday 17 November 2023
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Children In Need Day
Information coming soon
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Friday 17 November 2023
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Friends of Meadow Quiz Night
More information after half term
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Thursday 23 November 2023
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Celebration of Achievement Evening
7-9pm
(Invitation only)
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| Thursday 21 December 2023 |
LAST DAY OF TERM
School finishes at 2pm |
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School Lunches
Monday 30 October - Friday 3 November 2023
Week 2
- NEW MENU -
AUTUMN / WINTER 2023 menu below:
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Here is a printable version of the menu: PDF: Autumn / Winter Menu 23/24
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Keeping Pupils Safe Online
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News & Events In The Community
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We're conducting an independent study into why school avoidance happens, what support was provided (if any), what ages it begins, and what outcomes occur.
We'd be so grateful if you'd spare just 5-minutes to complete out survey or share it with anyone who has children/young people who have experienced school avoidance.
CLICK HERE TO TAKE PART
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All Meadow High School job vacancies are advertised on the Crinklerecruitment.com website.
Applications must be made via the crinklerecruitment.com website.
Meadow High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.
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LEVEL 2 TEACHING ASSISTANTS (SEN)
JOB REFERENCE: CJ3816
Advert Posted On: 16/10/2023
Post Start Date: ASAP
Closing date: 12/11/2023
Closing time: 11:59 AM
Various hours available
For more information click here
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LEVEL 3 TEACHING ASSISTANTS (SEN)
JOB REFERENCE: CJ3821
Advert Posted On: 16/10/2023
Post Start Date: ASAP
Closing date: 13/11/2023
Closing time: 11:59 AM
Various hours available
For more information click here
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School Telephone: 01895 443310
Reporting Pupil Absence: attendance@meadowhighschool.org
Email: meadow@meadowhighschool.org
Instagram: follow@meadhowhighschool.org
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