Parkland Post - Friday 25th October 2024
Welcome to the final Parkland Post of the half term! It has been a whirlwind of a week with so many events in our academy. We began the week with Year 3's class assembly where they wowed us with their knowledge of Migration to Leeds and Bradford with a very funky song to end things. We had our Early Years Stay and Play, it was lovely to see so many families coming in so the children could show you what they have been doing. They also managed to raise £15 for MacMillan Cancer Support. We also welcomed families into our academy for our Harvest Festival and were treated to songs, poetry and lots of facts about food around the world. Thank you to everyone who brought a donation for local food banks - you are fabulous!
Attendance Matters
We have had a dip in attendance this week which is such a shame as we were improving each week for the last few weeks - especially Year 4. Whilst we understand there are days where your child might feel a little bit poorly, it is always better to send them in to see how they get on as usually, when they get busy in school, they begin to feel better. If they do have sickness or diarrhea, it is right that they stay at home. Thank you for supporting us with this important issue.
This week's whole school attendance was 90.8% and the winning class with 98.3% is Year 3 who have won a new classroom game of their choice; well done!
Pumpkin Competition and £25 Just Eat Gift Card Attendance Winner
We had the most incredible entries for our Pumpkin Competition! I am always amazed at just how creative you all are and am completely envious of the results. Mr Sowter, who judged the competition, said it was the hardest thing he has ever had to do! The winners were:
Early Years - Megan Porter
KS1 - Arya-Grace Verity
KS2 - Piper Austin
Every child who entered the competition has been given a sweet treat for taking part.
Just Eat Voucher for 100% attendance
There were 139 children who were entered into the draw to win the voucher as they were in every day and on time - you are superstars! The winner was Aria-Rose Hardy who can choose something from Just Eat over the holidays - enjoy!
And finally...
We hope you have a wonderful half term holiday, whatever you decide to do. I am going to be walking Jet lots and visiting my parents on the East Coast. Ms Pascoe is going with her family to Denmark to visit the Legohouse and Legoland, Mrs Shirra is going down south to visit family and friends and Mr Watson will be heading away for a few days in the sun! We return to school on Monday the 4th November where our doors will be open at 8:40am ready for learning to begin at 8:45am.
Parkland Pride Awards
Nursery
Leilani-Rae - Succeed Together
For being a great friend to her classmates and a great help in class.
Reception
Phoebe - Do What Matters Most
Phoebe has worked very hard in literacy lessons, and phonics inputs, listening for initial sounds, blending words, and drawing beautiful pictures (with labels).
La'Mya – Show You Care
La'Mya is always helping others, from sharing balls during dodgeball in PE, making wormery and slug labels to support peers, and helping to keep our classroom tidy; La'Mya is a fantastic role model for everyone.
Year 1
Mollie – Show You Care
For working hardest to follow all instructions and doing her best to please all the adults, The presentation in her phonics book is amazing!
Aubrey – Do What Matters Most
For trying her hardest to do her very best. Aubrey is speaking out loud in front of the class and sharing her ideas.
Year 2
Amelia – Do What Matters Most
For trying so hard during our conkers singing practices. You always showed everyone what to do!
Beaux – Show You Care
For always being an amazing classroom helper to both your friends and all the teachers. Thank you for always doing the right thing.
Year 3
Chloe – Show You Care
For always being kind and thoughtful towards others, making sure everyone feels included and cared for.
Alex – Be Yourself, Always
For always playing nicely during lunchtimes and being polite to everyone. Alex shows us how important it is to be kind and respectful.
Year 4
Elaina – Show You Care
Elaina is a caring member of our class who is always helping other children.
Charlie-Joe – Be Yourself, Always
For showing amazing enthusiasm in class. Charlie is always putting his hand up and sharing his amazing ideas.
Year 5
Hope – Show You Care
For always giving her work 100% for working well with others and for being an excellent example for others.
Corben – Do What Matters Most
For always doing the right thing, engaging really well with lessons and leaving everything else at the door.
Year 6
Aryton – Show You Care
For putting in such effort this week and making great Year 6 choices. We are all very proud of you!
Thomas – Do What Matters Most
For preserving and being determined in your Maths learning. It’s not always about the correct answer but the attitude you show giving these. Keep it up!