A Busy and Exciting End to Term
Welcome to the School Blog. It has been a vibrant and wonderful end to the term, with the greatly welcomed return of students. We started with Years 11, 12, and 13, followed by Years 10, 7, 9, and finally 8. We’re thrilled about seeing everyone back in school full-time from Tuesday 13th April, with Monday 12th being a Staff Training Day.
Return Protocols
Upon their return, students must wear full school uniforms and face masks (unless exempt). These masks must continue to be worn in all communal areas, including classrooms.
Year 7 Parents’ Evening
Year 7 will have their Parents’ Evening on Thursday 22nd April, conducted virtually, as with Years 9 and 10. Details of the evening and information on making appointments have been sent to all Year 7 parents/carers. The appointment booking system opens on Tuesday 13th April.
A Busy New Term Ahead
The new term promises to be as busy as the last! This is especially true for our senior students who will undertake their subject assessments in line with this year’s awarding of Centre Determined Grades. While the Easter holidays offer a chance to prepare, it’s also vital to enjoy a much-needed break from study to return refreshed for the term ahead.
Year 7 Welsh History
To celebrate Women’s History Month, Year 7 has been learning about the Welsh Warrior Princess Gwenllian, who led her people to victory against the invading Normans in the 12th century. Year 7 has been studying her story and devising reasons why she should be remembered by the people of Wales in 2021. We have received some fascinating pieces of work, showcasing a variety of well-thought-out reasons as to why she deserves her place in Welsh history.
Indeed, this time and effort from Year 7 has been truly impressive. Da iawn blwyddyn saith!
Castell Alun Student Becomes Personal Trainer!
In last week’s School Blog, we highlighted how one of our students spent their spare time during lockdown, with Hayden in Year 10 building an animatronic bombardier beetle! Hayden isn’t the only student busy pursuing their interests outside of school.
Seren in Year 10 has also been active as a personal trainer, digitally hosting a live workout for all the Flintshire schools. This is a commendable feat, especially under the current circumstances! Seren used her skill and expertise to design and lead a comprehensive training session. She has been putting all those involved through their paces in a professional manner.
Well done and thanks to Seren, a definite example to all!
And Finally
A heartfelt thank you to everyone for your endless support and all that you’ve done this year. It has been an indescribable privilege for me to lead the school over recent months, and I am proud of every member of our extended school family. We have surely begun to understand that we can achieve more than we ever thought possible, even through the hardest times. Mr Colin Ellis joins us on 12th April, and we all look forward to the continued growth and development his leadership will bring. I’ll leave you with this thought, “If we did all the things we are capable of doing, we would literally astound ourselves” (Thomas Edison).
Have an excellent Easter break. A new season and fresh beginnings are upon us, and there are good times to come.
