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Dear Parents,
Once again, it's been an incredible week at St Bernard's Prep, with so many exciting activities leading up to our half-term break.
My biggest highlight was to watch our talented Remove children in action, as they took to the stage during our Guardian Angels Assembly. This year, they amazed us all by impersonating our beloved teachers in their very own rendition of "Classroompool Karaoke". The atmosphere was electric as the children embodied the teachers like true stars, singing and giving us all proper belly laughs. It was a joy to watch their creativity shine through as they performed some of my favourite tunes. What a way to kick off another wonderful Guardian Angels day!
Following tradition, the children were then all treated to an iced bun and an apple, which they thoroughly enjoyed during their extended breaktime. To add to the excitement, they had a street dance workshop and also carried out Guardian Angel activities with their class teachers.
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Catholic Schools Mass
On Friday 6th October, Mrs Kottler had the honour of accompanying three of our children to the highly anticipated Catholic Schools Mass at St Mary's Catholic Church in Dunstable. The event, led by the esteemed Bishop David J. Oakley of Northampton, brought together spirited pupils' voices from Catholic schools across the whole of the diocese.
The strong sense of faith and camaraderie witnessed during the ceremony was truly inspiring for our children, reminding them of the rich spiritual traditions that shape our school community. As an inclusive and diverse school, we embrace opportunities like these to deepen our understanding of our faith. Our children left the event feeling enriched and uplifted.
Mrs. Kottler said she was incredibly proud of Joshua, Tessa and Eliana for representing our school with pride, respect, and reverence.
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Buddy Time in Early Years 2
The EY2 children were delighted to welcome their Remove buddies on Wednesday. They made the most of a golden opportunity to share time and learn together. With energetic smiles, the EY2 children found their way into their Remove buddies' hearts, initiating a beautiful bond. From playing educational games to engaging in exciting storytelling, our EY2 children experienced fun-filled learning. It was heart-warming to see them working hand in hand, exchanging knowledge, and creating precious memories.
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Lower Trans Puppets
Our talented Year 3 students have been discovering their sewing skills and have truly exceeded all expectations. Under the careful guidance of Mrs Gabb and Mrs Val, they have mastered the art of the simple running stitch and created the most adorable puppets.
Our creative geniuses have put so much love and effort into their charming creations, each one more unique than the last - they really have let their imagination run wild.
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Trans Guardian Angels Day gift
For Guardian Angels Day, the children in Trans went above and beyond to spread love and joy. They created little boxes filled with love and wrote heartfelt poems for their buddies in Upper Prep. The excitement was palpable as the children eagerly awaited the day they could share these special tokens of affection. Education often goes beyond textbooks, it is also about fostering compassion and friendship. Guardian Angels Day is a beautiful reminder of the importance of showing kindness and support to our peers.
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Father Kevin's visit to Remove
The Remove children welcomed a visit from Father Kevin on Monday, where he shared his incredible journey in becoming a priest and shed light on the profound responsibilities which come with it.
With keen interest and thoughtfulness, the children posed some amazing questions to Father Kevin, leaving him genuinely impressed. They delved into topics such as the challenges he encountered during his journey and the most rewarding aspects of being a priest.
We are immensely grateful to Father Kevin for taking the time to visit us and share his inspiring story. His visit has truly motivated our students to tap into their curiosity, compassion, and inner strength, as they too strive to have a positive impact on the world around them.
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Remove Leaf Prints
This week in Design & Technology, Remove have been using an exciting technique called Hapa-Zome to create some stunning leaf prints.
Hapa-Zome, derived from the Japanese words "hapa" meaning leaf and "zome" meaning dye, is a traditional technique that involves pounding leaves onto fabric or paper to transfer their pigments. It's an amazing way for children to explore nature's beauty and express their creativity at the same time.
The children collected leaves of various shapes, sizes, and colours from our school gardens. They carefully arranged them onto a piece of fabric, ensuring they created a visually pleasing pattern. Then, armed with their trusty hammers, they gently pounded the leaves to release their vibrant pigments onto the fabric. The result? A mesmerising artwork capturing the essence of nature's masterpiece!
We believe art is not just about creating beautiful pieces, but also about fostering imagination and connecting with the world around us. Through Hapa-Zome, our children have not only developed their artistic skills, but also gained a deeper appreciation for some of nature's abundant gifts.
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This Half-Term's Headteacher's Challenge
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Prep Liturgy
Prep led the most heart-warming liturgy on Wednesday, all about the importance of families. Our amazing children came together to reflect on the love, support, and bonds that families bring to our lives. They talked about the Holy Family and shared thoughtful prayers and heartfelt readings that truly touched every heart in the room. They invited us to join their circle of love and performed a beautiful hymn whilst all holding hands. It was an incredible way to celebrate the strength of our school community and the power of love and togetherness.
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Celebrating Our Faith Ambassadors
At the end of Wednesday's liturgy, our Faith Ambassadors were awarded their badges in recognition of their commitment to promoting unity and respect throughout our school. Congratulations to these dedicated children for taking on this important responsibility.
After the half-term break, they will begin their work distributing poppies throughout the school for our annual poppy appeal.
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Supporting Veterans and Soldiers through the Poppy Appeal Initiative
The Poppy Appeal is a wonderful initiative aiming to raise funds for veterans, soldiers, and their families. As a school community, this is our opportunity to come together and make a meaningful contribution to those who have served their country.
We have an amazing range of Poppy Appeal merchandise available for the children to show their support, including classic poppy pins and stylish wristbands. With something for everyone, we encourage one and all to wear them with pride and make that difference.
To make a purchase, our Faith Ambassadors will visit each classroom with all items after the half-term break. So, don't miss out on this opportunity to show your support.
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Achievements
Congratulations to Hasitha for being awarded as ‘Best Bowler of the year’ in U11 category by Slough Cricket Club. What a fantastic achievement Hasitha!
HOW'S THAT!
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Wellbeing Club
We are delighted to announce we will be introducing a Wellbeing Club on Tuesdays at 1.15p.m. This will provide an opportunity for children to share their feelings and emotions, within a supportive environment.
A range of activities will be provided to support the children’s emotional development.
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Sport News
Hockey
On Tuesday, St Bernard's took the U9 girls to play against Gayhurst. The A team played exceptionally well against challenging opponents, winning both halves and securing an impressive 8-5 victory. The St Bernard's Saints put up a good fight against a tough Gayhurst B team, but unfortunately fell short with a score of 4-0. The St Bernard's Bulls demonstrated excellent hockey skills, showcasing everything they had learnt throughout the half-term, and clinched a 3-0 win! Congratulations to all the hockey players who competed so admirably.
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Netball
On Friday, our U10 children battled it out against Langley Hall in a thrilling netball match. St Bernard’s A team came out on top, winning their match 7-0. Dea scored an impressive six goals, while Christina added another. The girls displayed excellent skills and knowledge gained over the term, resulting in Dea being voted as the Most Valuable Player (MVP).
Although St Bernard’s B team played well with a mix of boys and girls, they unfortunately lost their match 3-2. Aydin was voted as the MVP for St Bernard’s B. Overall, it was a great effort by both teams.
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I would like to end this week with a smile! Feast your eyes on this photograph of Gayathri's boundless excitement for the half-term break.
I bet you didn't know she could levitate!!!!!!
Mrs A Verma
Headteacher
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