9th May 2008

Mega Success
Congratulations to all the pupils who went to York last Monday for the chess Mega Final. Of the seven pupils representing the school six of them qualified for the National Giga Final in Manchester next July. Rachel Brown was crowned the Under 7 suprema and Lois Coleman won the Under 9 title, her second success in as many years. David Roberts scored 4/6 in the Under 7 boys section to finish joint first, and Jabari Carr the same score in the Under 8 boys to qualify. Anamay Shetty was able to repeat the score in the Under 9 boys and the most remarkable performance was from Tyrell Walwyn who scored 5/6 in the Under 11 boys section, to finish 2nd out of 49 boys.
Further Alcuin connections were Yasmin Niksaz winning the Under 13 girls title and Amanda Hipshon scored her 5th Mega Final title to win the Under 15 girls.
It was a great day and I know the pupils are looking forward to their trip to Manchester.

Next Week
Its SATs! Year 6 will take the exams next week and Years 3-5 will also sit the optional papers in English and Maths. Good luck everyone!
On Tuesday we have a vital Chess league match at Richmond House. Defeat will mean failure to qualify for the semi-finals of the league – unthinkable!

Athletics report
The girls lost their athletics match at Gateways on Thursday by 90-76. Despite that there were some good performances. We won the relay convincingly and Brie took first place in the 100m, long jump and high jump. Jaimi Ann took second in the throwing and the 100m.
John Hipshon

School Uniform
A lady unconnected with the school, but who passes by regularly, commented on how lovely the children look in their uniform. She particularly liked seeing the girls in their straw hats.
I thought this was a very nice comment and illustrated what good ambassadors for the school the children can be. The uniform is distinctive and designed to reflect the best in children. It is important that when we are noticed in incidental ways like this, the comments are favourable and this reflects the best in the school. This is what we stand for as a school community.
Thank you for maintaining high standards in dress.
During the summer shorts and short sleeved shirts for the boys are by far the most comfortable for them.
Hats should be worn to and from school and on outings where appropriate so please ensure girls have summer hats.
Judith Watkins

Abhinaya Concert
Reminder for the Abhinaya Concert on Wednesday 21st May at 2.00pm.
Please can all girls make sure that they have a long sleeved top to wear with their Abhinaya skirt, either white or a colour matching their skirt. Can they make sure they have the correct top at school for next Wednesday’s lesson. Many thanks.
Lauri Bower

Next Year’s Fees
I must apologise for not including a place for your child’s/children’s name on the letter sent to you regarding the payment for next year’s fees. Before you return them would you please print your child’s name somewhere on the letter?
Would the parents who have returned the letter and think that maybe they have not included their child’s name, please let me know. I have two with no name.
Please either tell Liz or email me at Bursar@alcuinschool.co.uk
Elaine Walton

Summary Box
SATS ALL WEEK
Monday:
Story Club 3.30-4.30
Tuesday:
Swimming
German Club (Lunchtime)
Art Club 3.30-4.30pm
U11 Chess v Richmond House (3.30pm)
Wednesday:
Drama Club 3.30-4.30pm
Chess Club Lunchtime
Chess Coaching Year 2-4 3.30-4.30pm
Thursday:
Netball Practice 3.30pm-4.30pm
Friday:
Orchestra Lunchtime