Weekly Update – 14 February 2025
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Lockdown Drill – Our most important responsibility is always the safety of our students and staff. There have been occasions when schools have been required to go into lockdown in response to an emergency situation. In such situations, students are safely secured in classrooms or teaching spaces with an adult until the emergency is dealt with. To ensure that we are prepared for any eventuality, we will be conducting a lockdown drill in the near future. Please be reassured that this is not in response to any specific intelligence; it is simply best practice to be prepared.
After half term I will write to you all with further details about our updated lockdown process. I will then present the relevant information to our students via a live virtual briefing so that everyone understands our expectations ahead of the drill. If you have any concerns then please contact me (o.borkowski@cps.hants.sch.uk) so that we can ensure your child is supported sensitively to participate in the upcoming practice drill.
Uniform Expectations – You will no doubt be aware of our drive to improve our standards of uniform and equipment. A sincere thank-you for your support thus far. We haven’t finished yet but we are making inroads and certainly moving in the right direction.
In preparation for the new half term a few reminders that will need to be adhered to ready for Monday 24 February:
Acrylic nails/nail polish and false eye lashes will need to be removed
Shoes – plain black leather style (no tags or air bubbles)
Trousers – black, smart, tailored (straight legged, no tightness)
Socks – black
Jewellery – 1 stud/sleeper per ear (no other items)
Bag – ruck sack (big enough for A4 sized books)
In addition to supporting us with upholding what is worn to school you can also help by checking how uniform is worn. Top buttons being fastened with a tie and skirts being worn at an appropriate length are just two aspects what would really aid a more positive start to every day at school.
There are obviously other uniform expectations so if you are unsure of any requirements, I would draw your attention to the uniform poster that I sent out at the beginning of this term. You can also visit our school website which also stipulates what can and can’t be worn to and whilst at school.
Message from Medical – Please note that students are not permitted to carry any medication with them or in bags in school – either prescribed or over the counter. Exceptions to this are asthma inhalers, diabetic medication and Epipens. Also, parents are responsible for updating the school of changes to their child’s medical condition to ensure that their child receives the correct treatment in school.
Please note that Airforce 1 trainers (black or white) may not be worn for PE. It has become evident that an increasing number of students are wearing black Airforce 1s for PE. It is not appropriate for students to wear what is the equivalent of a pair of school shoes for PE, especially if the lesson venue is wet and/or muddy. Airforce 1s are also not a suitable shoe for PE because of the lack of support, grip and heaviness of the shoe for practical activities. Many thanks for your support in ensuring your child has the correct footwear for PE. If you have any queries about this, please contact Mrs Edwards, Head of PE.
The PE department are seeking additional sponsorship for new kit, specifically for Year 9 boys football and girls football kit across all years. If your company would be interested in supporting us, please contact Mr Frizzell.
Click here for our usual Library news and Books of the Week.
Our latest trip bulletin can be found here.
Please see our current list of vacancies here and share with any contacts who may be interested.
See this link for the Hart and Rushmoor Supporting Families Newsletter containing information and activities over half term and beyond.
We wish you an enjoyable half term break and look forward to students returning on Monday 24 February. See our Term Dates page for any updates.
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