Our sixth form BTEC and A-level Biologists are having a fantastic time this morning taking part in a “Mini Medics” workshop. Activities include using an ECG machine, using an ultra sound machine to find out if their bones are still growing, and taking fake blood from a phlebotomy arm. They are expanding their horizons in terms of the available careers
This week’s recommended read from the LRC is Scythe, by Neal Shusterman. #Respect #Engage #Aspire
Year 10 dance students enjoyed an end of term trip to the Theatre Royal, Newcastle to see a magical production of ‘Edward Scissorhands’ choreographed by Matthew Bourne, New Adventures. It was wonderful to see a large-scale dance theatre production of the bittersweet story of an incomplete boy left alone in a strange new world. The students were inspired by the
Sixth form students James A and Ben S have organised a Hustings event encouraging young people to get involved in politics ahead of the general election. Meet and ask our parliamentary candidates your questions at QEHS on Friday 26th April 11:20am to 12:30pm. #Respect #Engage #Aspire
We hope you enjoyed the Easter break. Don’t forget about out Spring Concert on Wednesday, 7pm. Showcasing the traditional ensembles which rehearse every week as part of the musical tapestry of school life, and close with some students performing in their own self-organised rock groups. Free attendance, just turn up, but there will be an opportunity to make a donations
Psychology teacher Rachael Smith brought her five month old twins, Alex and Joseph, in to school on Wednesday morning so that the A level Psychology students could link their learning on the topic of attachment with real life babies. The students observed how the babies behaved and were able to guess their age from what they have learned about the
Please celebrate the end of the winter months with us by coming to the traditional Spring Concert on the first Wednesday after the Easter break. It will showcase the traditional ensembles which rehearse every week as part of the musical tapestry of school life, and close with some students performing in their own self-organised rock groups. Free attendance, just turn
Merry and Annia have been working at a local primary school and Joe has spent the week with the mayor at the town hall. Today he was visited by the Mario Brothers! For Joe’s partner and friends, it’s the final week of school before they leave to do their A level exams after Easter. They dress up as different characters
Friday 15th March we will be holding our annual ‘Nose and Spoon Race’. Donations via School Gateway #Respect #Engage #Aspire
Become a Volunteer Police Cadet with Northumbria Police Applicants must be 13/14 years old on 1st Sept 2024 (going into year 9 or 10) and live within the Northumbria Police area. For full details and how to apply, please visit https://careers.northumbria.police.uk/volunteering/police-cadets/ The closing date for applications is 21st April 2024