Back to School
Welcome to the School Blog. It’s lovely to have a full week under our belt again after our students’ return from a perhaps quieter-than-normal Christmas break for many.
A New Year and New Term
The national picture appears to be gradually changing with regard to the virus and necessary mitigations. We will keep you informed of any alterations to our school approach when we are confident such changes are in the best interests of our entire school family. However, blended (remote) learning may still be necessary if further surprises await us. Thus, all students should remain familiar with their Google Classroom codes for each of their subjects.
School Uniform and Morning Routine
Thank you for ensuring that all students arrive dressed in full school uniform and ready to learn each morning. This really sets the tone for the day and allows us to promote and maintain our school values effectively.
Year 10 Virtual Parents’ Evening
Next week, on Thursday 20th January, we will hold a virtual parents’ evening for students in Year 10. Bookings for available slots are being made, and we look forward to working together with families to ensure that all students reach their potential in all subjects.
Year 11 Mock Examinations
Our Year 11 mock-examination week begins on Monday 24th January, and students are busy with their preparations. National indications suggest that the Welsh Government and WJEC Exam Board will run their standard examination procedures in the summer term, albeit with reduced content in some subjects. While we encourage all students to give their best to their mock examinations, it is prudent to remind all families that, should examination protocols change at short notice, schools will need to base any judgements on hard evidence.
Sixth Form Open Evening
Unfortunately, this year our Sixth Form Open Evening will again be virtual, and this ‘event’ will go live in a couple of weeks. We are incredibly fortunate to attract many students from both our own Year 11 and other schools each year. All the talks and presentations which would normally occur during a standard Open Evening will be available on our school website, and the application process will be simple. Our Sixth Form Prospectus, available both online and in hard copy, provides a succinct and informative overview of our offerings and the great breadth of opportunities and experiences in which Castell Alun Sixth Form students readily partake.
Celebrating Student Successes
We look forward to celebrating a number of student successes in the School Blog next week. Please continue to let us know about things your children should be proud of. The weekend looks dry, if a little chilly. Please take time to enjoy it.
And, of course, see you back here soon for the next School Blog!
