Today the Violence Reduction Unit of Northumbria Police were in school to speak to Y9 students on the risks associated with carrying knives and the dangers of being involved in ‘Joint Enterprise’. Thank you to Karen and Darren for their excellent presentation and the sensitive and thoughtful way that they dealt with a very important topic. #Respect #Engage #Aspire
Last weekend, QEHS took over 60 rowers to Durham to race the first regatta of the season. We came away with 7 wins overall with incredibly competitive racing from all crews. This included many of our junior crews beating adult crews, showcasing the great standard of rowing we have at QEHS.Special mention to all of the year 9 crews in
On Wednesday afternoon the Duke of Edinburgh award club were out in the grounds, practising setting up camp. They are eager for their Bronze expedition, which takes place in 2 weeks’ time. #Respect #Engage #Aspire
A fond farewell to our amazing, super talented Yr13 fine artists. We had a well-deserved tea party to celebrate the end of the course . We are incredibly proud of ALL the A-level Fine Art, Graphics & Photography students this year. They have been working tirelessly on their amazing exhibitions. The department looks fantastic Well done, everyone We will miss you! Good
This week’s recommended read from the LRC is Hideki Smith: Demon Queller by A. J. Hartley. #Respect #Engage #Aspire
A final practice walk last week for our Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh Award participants, taking a 10-mile loop to Warden Hill.
Alastair Campbell visited the school today to talk to students about the importance of being engaged with politics. His talk was interesting and varied and he also fielded lots of insightful and sometimes challenging questions by the students. Alastair is in the area thanks to the Hexham Book Festival and will be appearing at the Queen’s Hall this evening. #Respect
This Thursday Year 12 Geography students went on a day of fieldwork to the coast. They learned about how physical processes are being altered by coastal management at Newbiggin and Blyth, and the impact that it has had on those communities. Students also practised data collection skills which they will use in their Non-Examined Assessment. The day finished with an
Arlo has been out and about at lunchtime with some of our students today – we love it when Arlo has his days at QE! #Respect #Engage #Aspire
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