Newsletter Friday 16th September 2022
Dear Parents/Carers,
In a week of national significance, I am pleased to see that children are continuing to let their lights shine in all aspects of school life. Today Y5 and Year 6 boys are in a football competition and we hope this is the first of many such events.
P.E. Kits & Timetable- Reminder
Please see below for the timetable for PE this half term. We review our PE timetable half termly so plans may change next half term. As with our recent practise, please can children from Years 1 – 6 come to school dressed in their PE uniform.
- Monday – Year 5.6
- Tuesday Year 2,4
- Wednesday Year 1,3,4,5
- Thursday Year 1,2
- Friday Year 6
After School Clubs- Reminder
Another back to normal routine restarts next week with the return of After School Clubs. We have the following clubs on offer for the next 6 weeks for children from FS2 to Year 6:
Monday – Football with MFC
Tuesday – Musical Theatre/Singing with school staff
Wednesday – Running KS2 only with school staff
Thursday – Multi sports with 442 Sports
Clubs need to be booked via Parent Pay in advance. To ensure that clubs can run smoothly we ask you to sign up for a block of sessions, the cost of each club is £10 for each half-term.
Packed Lunches
Every day that I am in St Joseph’s I try and make sure that I help in the lunch hall. As A Healthy School, we aim to promote healthy eating. Please don’t send sweets or too many treats in the packed lunch box. We still have children attending the school with nut allergies so don’t send anything that has nuts in please.
Volunteers
In previous years, our School has benefitted greatly from a super set of parent and family volunteers who have helped our pupils develop a wide range of skills. We would like to ask if any members of our community would like to volunteer some of their time to support us with areas such as: listening to children read, helping with any art and craft skills, such as model making and sewing. If you would be interested in volunteering to help our pupils be the best that they can be, then please get in touch with the school office. Thank you in anticipation of your support.
Children with Medical Needs:
Over the next couple of weeks, we will be updating our records for children with additional medical needs in our school. Please get in touch with the school if your child has additional medical needs that may not be aware of. Every child with additional medical needs requires a Medical care Plan form to be completed. Thank you in anticipation of your help with this matter.
As some of you may be aware we have a child in the school (Isaac Y4) who has been diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia which is a type of cancer. Isaac is undergoing a series of treatments and will be for some time and the good news is that he has responded really well.
However, many of the treatments used will affect the immune system. Measles, Shingles and Chicken Pox can be life threatening to a child receiving treatment so it is essential that his parents are made aware of any suspected cases of any of these, in anyone who comes into school. I have also been made aware that mouth cold sores can also cause serious issues.
It is therefore essential that the school is made aware of any of these illnesses straight away so that we can inform his parents.
I know you will understand how important this is and will give it your full support.
Stars of the Week:
This week certificates have been awarded to children who have worked in their early Maths work and settling in well into school routines.
- LJ- Beatrice
- FS1-Charlie & Parker
- FS2 Hazel & Jed
- Y1 Reuben & Athena
- Y2 Matilda & Jack
- Y3 Alice & James
- Y4 Emelie & Lucy
- Y5 Benjamin & Jolie
- Y6 Ethan & Olivia
Final Thoughts/Prayers:
We pray for her Majesty:
Eternal rest give unto her, O Lord,
and let the perpetual light shine upon her.
May she rest in peace.
Amen.
Books of condolences will be available to sign in the following offices:
- Redcar Civic Centre
- South Bank Library
- Guisborough Town Council office
- Loftus Town Council office
- Saltburn, Marske and New Marske Parish Council office
- Skelton & Brotton Parish Council office
- Lockwood Parish Council office
Condolences can also be sent on-line via the email address [email protected]
Yours sincerely,
Mr Geaves
Executive Head Teacher
Newsletter 9th September 2022 FINAL
Dear Parents/Carers,
Christ be our Light, in life, in love and in learning
What a very busy week it has been here at St Joseph’s as we come to the end of our first full week back at school this term.
I would like to start by saying how delighted we have all been with the start that the children have made. They have already shown great determination to succeed and an eagerness to learn in lessons.
We have revisited our Mission Statement ‘Christ be our Light, in life, in love and in learning’ and how we can be guiding lights for the children in our care. We thought about how we can help the children using the acronym ‘light’ and discussed love, inspire, greatness, happy, teaching. We will not let our lights be dimmed and we strive to only make the school better for all the children in our care. Together let us guide the children to achieve their full potential.
Thank you for your continued support of the school. Please now take the time to check through the following reminders.
P.E. Kits & Timetable
Please see below for the timetable for PE this half term. We review our PE timetable half termly so plans may change next half term. As with our recent practise, please can children from Years 1 – 6 come to school dressed in their PE uniform.
- Monday – Year 5.6
- Tuesday Year 2,4
- Wednesday Year 1,3,4,5
- Thursday Year 1,2
- Friday Year 6
Swimming
We are thrilled that swimming sessions are restarting next week for the Y3 class. A separate letter has been sent out to the children involved.
After School Clubs:
Another back to normal routine restarts next week with the return of After School Clubs. We have the following clubs on offer for the next 6 weeks for children from FS2 to Year 6:
Monday – Football with MFC
Tuesday – Musical Theatre/Singing with school staff
Wednesday – Running KS2 only with school staff
Thursday – Multi sports with 442 Sports
Clubs need to be booked via Parent Pay in advance. To ensure that clubs can run smoothly we ask you to sign up for a block of sessions, the cost of each club is £10 for each half-term.
Medical Reminder:
Please can all families be vigilant when notifying the school if your child contracts measles, chicken pox or shingles. This is very important so we can advise parents any appropriate actions can then be taken.
Packed Lunches:
Every day that I am in St Joseph’s I try and make sure that I help in the lunch hall. As A Healthy School, we aim to promote healthy eating. Please don’t send sweets or too many treats in the packed lunch box. We still have children attending the school with nut allergies so don’t send anything that has nuts in please.
Volunteers
In previous years, our School has benefitted greatly from a super set of parent and family volunteers who have helped our pupils develop a wide range of skills. We would like to ask if any members of our community would like to volunteer some of their time to support us with areas such as: listening to children read, helping with any art and craft skills, such as model making and sewing. If you would be interested in volunteering to help our pupils be the best that they can be, then please get in touch with the school office. Thank you in anticipation of your support.
Curriculum Newsletters:
Class teachers will send these home shortly. You can find out exactly what your children will be learning this term as we launch a brand new curriculum across the school.
Term Planner and Future Events:
In the next couple of weeks all significant events will be uploaded to the school calendar on the school website. I will notify you all when this has been carried out. Sacred Heart Open Day for Year 5 and 6 Parents is Tuesday 4th October 2022 at 6pm.
Stars of the Week:
This week certificates have been awarded to children who have worked in their early PSHE work and settling in well into school routines.
- FS2 Etienne & Jack
- Y1 Dottie & Freddie
- Y2 Ava & Lewis
- Y3 Abigail & Roy
- Y4 Toby & Charleigh
- Y5 Mason & Eva
- Y6 Sofia & Konrad
Final thoughts:
With the news in the last 24 hours there is only one place to turn.
We leave you with some words spoken by our beloved Queen:
“For me, the life of Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace, is an
inspiration and an anchor in my life. A role model of reconciliation and forgiveness,
he stretched out his hands in love, acceptance and healing.
Christ’s example has taught me to seek respect and value all people of whatever faith or non”
Queen Elizabeth II Christmas Day Speech
We pray for her Majesty:
Eternal rest give unto her, O Lord,
and let the perpetual light shine upon her.
May she rest in peace.
Amen.
Books of condolences will be available to sign in the following offices:
- Redcar Civic Centre
- South Bank Library
- Guisborough Town Council office
- Loftus Town Council office
- Saltburn, Marske and New Marske Parish Council office
- Skelton& Brotton Parish Council office
- Lockwood Parish Council office
Condolences can also be sent on-line via the email address [email protected]
Yours sincerely,
Mr Geaves
Executive Head Teacher
Final newsletter of this Academic Year
Newsletter Friday 10th June 2022
Friday 10th June 2022
Dear Parents/Carers,
I would like to begin this week’s newsletter by thanking you all for coming to the jubilee event at the end of the last term. I was thrilled to see so many parents, grandparents and friends support the life of the school in such numbers. Thank you so much, your support for the school is not something we take for granted. We hope to have similar numbers at the upcoming sports days and summer fair.
Congratulation to Miss Wright who successfully became the permanent Deputy Head of the school on Wednesday. After a robust interview process with members of the Trust Board, Diocese and Governing Body the decision to appoint her was unanimous. We are delighted that the work she has done already is now recognised and look forward to her continued commitment to the school and the children.
Today we say farewell to Mrs Bailes who has been on teaching placement this year. We wish her well as she now qualifies as a teacher and starts her first job at St Peter’s in Brotton in September- good luck.
Advanced Notice of some Key Dates:
Next week we have three school events:
- On Monday it is the rearranged Y5 & 6 Athletics Competition
- On Tuesday Y3 are visiting Skinningrove Beach.
- On Wednesday some Y3/4 children are taking part in an Athletics competition.
Sports Day is planned for June 24th 2022. The morning will be the Nursery and Little Joey competitors with FS2-6 trying their best at 1.45pm in the afternoon. Should be great fun and rumours of a barbeque are also now circulating!!
Year 5 and Year 6 will be going on their residential trip to Edinburgh from Wednesday 29th June to Friday 1st July 2022. We have arranged an information meeting for parents of Y5 and Y6 on Wednesday 22nd June at 4pm.
Teachers are busy writing end of year reports which will be shared with you all on Friday 15th July.
Also, on the 15th July we will be hosting a Summer Fair at the end of the day with class stalls and some fun for us all to look forward to.
The school term finishes on Wednesday 20th July 2022 and children return on Monday 5th September 2022.
Children’s Cancer Run
We are very excited to be holding our very own Children’s Cancer Run at our school this summer! The run will take place during Sport’s Day on the 24th June. All of the funds we raise will improve the lives of children with cancer. Anything you donate will help Children’s Cancer North invest in life-saving research into new treatments and onward activities for children going through treatment right now. As you will know, we have an inspirational boy in school who was diagnosed with Leukaemia in December 2019. The work of Children’s Cancer North has been invaluable to him and his family.
This cause is close to all our hearts. If you’d like to donate, please visit our fundraising page:
The link for this will be posted on Facebook and Twitter. There will also be donation buckets dotted around the field on Sport’s Day.
Wraparound- 30 Hour Provision Nursery
If you wish your child to attend our wraparound service, please can you ensure you have made your booking and payment via Parent Pay on the Friday before the week you wish your child to attend. If in case of an emergency and you need to book a place for your child on the day, then you must still make the booking/payment on Parent Pay, but it is very important you contact the school office to make school aware of this booking. If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact the school office.
Wednesday Word
Please click on the link below for the latest edition of the Wednesday word:
https://www.paperturn-view.com/uk/wednesday-word/half-term-holiday-special?pid=MTA101634&p=3&v=61.20
PE DAYS FINAL HALF TERM
- Monday- Y3 FS1 and Y5
- Tuesday Y3 and Y4
- Wednesday Y6, FS2, Y1, Y2 & Y4
- Thursday Y1 & Y2
- Friday Y5 & Y6
After School Clubs this Half-Term
- Monday MFC Football
- Tuesday Coding KS2 only
- Wednesday Tennis
- Thursday NPCAT Sport – Cricket.
Holidays in Term Time:
If you intend to take your child out of school in term time you must complete an absence in term time form from the office. The form should be completed 21 days before any planned absence. This must be completed for planned holiday absences even though these cannot be authorised. Can I encourage all families to continue supporting the school with this matter as we enter peak holiday season. We have a duty of care to know where our children are during term time and have visited homes this week when we do not know if a child is ill or on holiday. Thank you in anticipation of your support.
Students of the Week
This week students have been nominated for their Computing work.
Well done to the following pupils:
Nursery/FS1- Savannah & Etienne
Reception/FS2- Archie & Ellie
Year 1- Ciara & Jack
Year 2- James & Abigail
Year 3- Joseph & Lucy D
Year 4- Maisie & Fiann
Year 5- Harriet & Sofia
Year 6- Lucy & Holly
Final Thoughts for this Week: Honesty
Reflect, today, upon how honest you are in all areas of life. Have you built a habit of truthfulness in both big and small matters of life? Do people recognise this quality in you? Speaking the truth and being a person of the truth are ways of proclaiming the Gospel with our actions. Commit yourself to honesty today and the Lord will do great things through your spoken word.
Thank you and have a lovely weekend when it comes,
Mr Geaves
