http://www.whickhamschool.org/ en Copyright 2010 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:59:42 +0000 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss live web tv here]]> http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/03/live_web_tv_broadcast_on_march.html http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/03/live_web_tv_broadcast_on_march.html 60.News Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:59:42 +0000 Over the past few months the students in Year 8 have been working hard, training to be top journalists and on Thursday, they will be broadcasting their news, covering the stories of the day and interviewing special guests. They will broadcast a special report on education in the future live at 1pm. You can log on to Gateshead CLC BBC School Report for information about the live web broadcast and view their work as it is published. The BBC will be tracking their progress in order to prepare a report for the national news bulletin at 6pm so make sure you’re watching! ]]> http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/03/bbc_school_report_day_march_11.html http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/03/bbc_school_report_day_march_11.html 47. ICT 60.News Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:24:38 +0000 Health Planner (PDF 26KB)]]> http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/02/health_planner.html http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/02/health_planner.html 40. Document Bank 60.News 81. Information for Parents Mon, 15 Feb 2010 11:48:57 +0000 The Sound of Music Tuesday 9th February to Saturday 13th February 7.00p.m. This year’s school musical is Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music. Special previews in assembly this week promise an uplifting and emotional production of this much-loved musical, full of so many unforgettable songs. Please come along to enjoy what will be a memorable production. Tickets are priced at £5 for adults and £3.50 for students and concessions ]]> http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/02/the_sound_of_music.html http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/02/the_sound_of_music.html 32. Drama 60.News Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:51:32 +0000 Download Spring 2010 Newsletter (PDF 1.1MB) ]]> http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/02/spring_newsletter_2010.html http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/02/spring_newsletter_2010.html 60.News Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:51:25 +0000 The design of our New Sixth Form Block has been finalised. Construction is scheduled to begin in March and we hope the building will be available for students in early Spring 2011. The building provides a state-of-the-art study and social area along with high quality ICT facilities. Seminar rooms have been incorporated for group study, along with a separate canteen for Sixth Form students. Students have contributed their ideas as part of the design process and we look forward to this prestigious new building to house the largest school Sixth Form in Gateshead. http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/02/new_sixth_form_block.html http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/02/new_sixth_form_block.html 31. Sixth Form 60.News Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:46:25 +0000 No sooner will Mr Pickering and colleagues have dimmed the lights on the climactic performance of The Sound Of Music, than they will be heading to Heathrow for what has now become the bi-annual theatre trip to New York. Students will combine workshops and theatre visits with a range of cultural tours around this dynamic city. We look forward to reports. http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/02/new_york_2010.html http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/02/new_york_2010.html 32. Drama 60.News Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:19:19 +0000 Year 9 Options Information Evening 9th March 7.00p.m. – 8.00p.m. Parents are invited to our Information Evening on the 9th March where we will explain the variety of options available to students in years 10 and 11. The curriculum now provides a range of exciting opportunities, from GCSE study in new and familiar subjects alongside a range of vocational options. We offer the new Diplomas and courses run in conjunction with college and work-based providers. ]]> http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/02/year_9_options_information_eve.html http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/02/year_9_options_information_eve.html 60.News 81. Information for Parents Tue, 02 Feb 2010 10:31:32 +0000 Wednesday 24th February S Band Tuesday 2nd march T Band Parents should now have received appointment sheets for the forthcoming Year 7 parents’ evenings. Please come along to discuss your child’s progress in this important first year at Whickham. http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/02/year_7_parents_evenings.html http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/02/year_7_parents_evenings.html 60.News 81. Information for Parents Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:43:50 +0000 Now that the extremes of this severe winter have hopefully passed, we would like all students to come to school in correct school uniform, with a particular reminder that they should be wearing the correct footwear. http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/02/school_uniform.html http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/02/school_uniform.html 60.News Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:37:10 +0000 Sixth Form Information Evening (for September 2010 entry) Tuesday 19th January 2010 at 7.00pm and Subject Evening Tuesday 26th January 2010 4.00pm - 6.00pm Download 2010 Prospectus (PDF 1.9MB) Download Sixth Form Courses 2010 (PDF 800KB) ]]> http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/01/sixth_form_information_evening_1.html http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/01/sixth_form_information_evening_1.html 31. Sixth Form 60.News 81. Information for Parents Tue, 19 Jan 2010 09:50:38 +0000 We are pleased to announce that school will re-open for all students on Tuesday January 12th at the usual time.]]> http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/01/school_reopens_tuesday_for_all.html http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/01/school_reopens_tuesday_for_all.html 60.News Mon, 11 Jan 2010 10:06:50 +0000 Due to the conditions on site, this evening's (Monday 11th) Parents' Forum Meeting has been cancelled. http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/01/parents_forum_meeting_cancelle.html http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/01/parents_forum_meeting_cancelle.html 60.News Mon, 11 Jan 2010 10:03:44 +0000 School will be open on Monday 11th January for students sitting external examinations and for staff only. Students sitting examinations should endeavour to arrive in school for 9.00a.m. Please note that car parking spaces are limited and students will not have space to park vehicles on site. Many thanks to all those colleagues who helped to clear access roads on the site on Friday. Unfortunately, deep snow and ice remain and further intensive efforts will be needed to continue to make the site safe and accessible. Please follow the website and local radio (Radio Newcastle, Metro Radio, Century) for updates. ]]> http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/01/school_open_on_monday_for_stud.html http://www.whickhamschool.org/2010/01/school_open_on_monday_for_stud.html 60.News Fri, 08 Jan 2010 13:34:00 +0000 May we wish all pupils, parents and staff a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. It has been an active and productive term for all members of the school and we hope everyone has an enjoyable and restful festive break. http://www.whickhamschool.org/2009/12/merry_christmas_1.html http://www.whickhamschool.org/2009/12/merry_christmas_1.html 60.News Thu, 17 Dec 2009 13:16:31 +0000