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Day Ten: Head’s message 3rd – 14th June 2019 Volume 1, Issue 16
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Dear Parents/Carers,
Kineton students get active and ‘go green’!
This week my message is dedicated to a very topical issue, hence the colour change and I’m
proud of our students who are so passionate and proactive in supporting the school to be
more environmentally friendly and moreover, are prepared to make a difference to society!
Thanks too, to Mrs Stephens who is helping them to prioritise and focus all their ideas and
enthusiasm.
Ms Bridge
Climate Action Youth Strike
On the 14th April, 3 Year 10 students from Kineton High participated in the Stratford Youth
Strike, proudly supported by the school. I was joined by Scarlet R and Anwen D. We were
permitted to leave school between 10.30 a.m. and 2.30 p.m. The aim of the strike was to try
to persuade Stratford Council to declare a climate emergency and take action in the local
area. We were joined by other students from different schools around Stratford. We
proceeded to hand out leaflets to the public- of which some took keen interest- about
climate awareness and the youth strike.
After a few hours, the initiator of the strike made a speech and Scarlet said some moving
and inspirational words about our obligation and duty to take action about our future. We
then collected signatures from the public and launched an online petition, which has
reached over 250 signatures. You can sign this by going to www.stratfordclimate.org/
petition/ .
We found the day helped with building our confidence, made us more aware of our CO2
usage and ways of reducing it, and we found the positive reaction form much of the public
very uplifting and promising, as we hoped to have inspired some of them too.
The Youth Strike is a global movement in young people, started off by Greta Thunberg. She
recently addressed the British Parliament, and afterwards they declared a national climate
emergency. This shows how all our efforts can make a difference. However, although this is
an important first step, we are not nearly close enough to tackling climate change, and time
is precious. As individuals and a school, we still need to try to improve our impact on the
environment
Head’s message
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There is currently an Environmental
club during Friday form time in Sc8,
dedicated to reducing our waste as a
school. In addition, students can help
by giving disposable plastic bottles and
plastic wrappers to the tutor group for
eco-bricks. We are hoping to make a
bench from the made eco-bricks.
Climate change does not have to be an
overwhelming problem. If we all do a
little, whether that is participating in a
strike, signing a petition or simply
reusing a plastic bottle, we can help our
environment at its time of greatest
need.
By Zoe L
Environmental Group
We have recently started an Environmental group with like-minded students who are
interested in making the school more environmentally friendly. So far we have purchased
recycling bags for each classroom, been out litter picking, created a form challenge to make
eco-bricks and created ‘turn lights off’ signs for each classroom. We meet weekly on a Friday
morning registration and are looking for more people to join.
You can even make small changes at home that will have an impact; create your own
eco-brick with the plastic waste that you already create as a household (then send them into
school), don’t use the plastic bags in the supermarket for your fruit and veg or shopping, use
zero waste shops for your staples (rice, pasta etc), switch to a 100% renewable energy
provider and turn lights off in your home when they are not needed.
The more we can get involved in the environment, the better place it will be for our children
and their children.
Mrs Stephens
Head’s message contd.
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Year 8 Art
The Art department would like to say how pleased we have been with our amazing year 8
Surrealism paintings. Congratulations on the top three go to Mia, Peyton and
Danielle, whose work is displayed here. Students developed their imaginative skills,
observation skills and watercolour techniques. We look forward to their continued
progress next year on our GCSE Art course.
Ms Evans and the Art Department
British Biology Olympiad
Earlier in the year we were very pleased to report that some of our Year 12 and 13
students took part in the British Biology Olympiad competition and came away with
fantastic results. Leo, who won Silver and Ellie, who won Bronze were both able to enter
a ballot for tickets to the Awards Ceremony and Leo has been lucky enough to win a
place! We hope Leo and his family enjoy the evening and please look out for details in
the next edition of the newsletter.
Coming up...
The Art department would like to invite all to our yearly A Level exhibition which will be
in the Art studio on Wednesday 3rd July 5.30-6.30pm.
Events
Mia Peyton Danielle
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Duke of Edinburgh Awards
36 intrepid Year 9 students participated in their qualifying expedition for their bronze Duke
of Edinburgh Award. It was an early start at Moreton in Marsh on the Saturday morning,
the sun was for once shining and last minute checks were made on sun cream, hats and
water, but soon they were off. The groups all navigated well with some minor difficulties
but the weather was slowing the groups down with students finding it hot. Despite this
most groups kept to time and spirits were high whenever they were seen by assessors or
staff.
The campsite soon filled up with kids as the groups arrived, tents were pitched, meals
cooked and then time to relax. The students all got along brilliantly and the nice weather
contributed to a relaxed evening atmosphere. Bright and early the next morning they were
up and keen to get going with the first groups leaving camp by 7.30am. All groups were off
by 8.15am and it was back to work for staff checking on groups filling water bottles and
offering encouragement.
Unluckily for the groups (but staff just got back to the vehicles in time after a walk) the
heavens opened and the rain started. The afternoon became showery but nothing too bad
and groups were soon arriving in Long Compton. A quick debrief from the assessors and
they were done. All were successful and Venture outdoor (our AAP) were very
complimentary about the behavior and conduct of our students throughout the weekend.
Well done to you all, now you need to be signing off all the other sections.
Trips
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Warwickshire Youth Speaks Conference
Every year a group of Year 9 students attend the Warwickshire Youth Conference. With the
new statutory guidelines for Relationship and Sex Education (RSE) coming into place the
theme for this year was quite obvious. What do students want to know about RSE, how it
can be improved, how should it be taught etc. In preparation the students made a 60
second film expressing their views and thoughts. Unfortunately, technology got the better
of Mr Mitchell so we weren’t able to submit it, however, Mrs Bennett and Mrs Bigham
insist they would have won a prize, so here is an account of the day …….
On the 4th June six Kineton students attended the Warwickshire 2019 Youth Conference.
These students included Sam B, Joshua P, Parul B, Amy R, William B and Abigail G. This
year’s theme was based upon the new guidelines given for schools for RSE (Relationships &
Sexual Education). Throughout the day everybody enjoyed great food and presentations
alike. Each and every student participated in five workshops throughout the day giving
everybody a chance to learn lots of new things and voice their knowledge and opinions.
Whilst the students went off by themselves, the teachers were pulled reluctantly from
their coffee and cakes and taken to do the same workshops by themselves. So much for a
day out of the office, hey. The knowledge exchanged and the way in which it was delivered
was truly amazing and it is safe to say everybody left with a great amount of new
knowledge but I’m told this has to be kept PG so I won’t go into detail.
A great day was had by all and special thanks to Mrs Bennett and Mrs Bigham for keeping
us all in order.
By Joshua P
Trips
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Student Achievements - Rowing
On Friday 25th May, Will B in Year 9 competed in the National Schools Regatta at Dorney
Lake for Stratford Upon Avon Boat Club. This 3-day event took place at the 2012 Olympic
rowing venue, where over the course of the weekend over 5,000 athletes took part. Will
was stroke in a 4-person coxed quad over the 1,750m sprint. As the only mixed crew in
an open event, racing against all-boys crews, the Stratford boat rowed brilliantly, even
overtaking a crew from Windsor Boys School on the way to an extremely respectable 25th
place out of the 41 crews in his event. Even though only the top 18 crews went on to
compete in 6-lane side by side racing, Will and his crew still put on a fantastic
performance.
Athletics
Four athletes from Kineton High School represented South Warwickshire at the
Warwickshire Schools Athletics Championships in Nuneaton on Saturday 8th June, Alex P
(100m, Long Jump and Relay), Nicole B (Javelin), James K (200m) and Abbie W (1500m).
Alex came first in the Long Jump and second in the 100m and Abbie came first in the
Senior Girls 1500m. Alex will now go on to represent Warwickshire in the Mason Trophy
at the Alexander Stadium on Saturday. Well done all of you for such a fantastic
achievement.
South Warwickshire School Games
On Tuesday 4th June Year 9 Tennis Leaders had a great day of Mini Tennis in the South
Warwickshire School Games, held at Henley in Arden Tennis Club. They were superb and
we were lucky that the weather was kind to us. Thank you to Neil at Coolsportz UK for
making the day run so smoothly.
Sports News
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Cricket
On Thursday 6th June our Year 9 cricket team played away against Shipston High School,
setting themselves a target of 179. This proved to be too much for the hosts with Kineton
securing a fantastic win in a super match played in great spirits. Players of the match:
Jack M and Harry S.
Women’s Tour of Britain
On Thursday 13th five A level PE students worked as volunteers at the Ovo Women’s Tour
of Britain in Warwick. The students gained valuable knowledge linked to their studies
regarding National Competitions and teams competing as corporations. Their role on the
day gave them an opportunity to investigate the lives of professional athletes in
preparation for competitions, experiencing organisation and pre competition routines.
Prior to the race the students also had to escort a group of young riders for the prerace
ride out with local cycling clubs. Once their role was complete the students then went to
the finish of the race at Burton Dassett Country Park to watch the climax to the event.
Sports News
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Notices
Canteen On Tuesday 18th June Educaterers, who run our school canteen, will be launching ‘Pasta King’ where students can purchase hot pasta with a choice of 3 sauces.
Please can we remind parents/carers that we operate a cashless system in the school canteen. Money can be put onto your child’s account via ParentPay If you need to set up an account please contact the school office on 01926 640465.
Events in the Area Please see below for details of holiday rowing camps from Stratford Rowing Club.
Kineton Music Festival - June 22nd 2019
Many of our families and youngsters will be enjoying the festival next weekend and we
hope they have a great time. Parents and carers, please ensure your children keep
themselves safe and act responsibly whilst there.
Photos for Bus Passes
From September 2019, all schools across Warwickshire will be using photo card bus
passes. If your child is likely to be travelling on WCC transport for the 2019/2020
academic year, WCC will need a photo for their new style bus pass. Please see the letter
below for further details.
Science Revision
KHS Update 3rd - 14th June 2019 Volume 1, Issue 16
Date Room Subject Topic Years it's
appropriate for
Workbook drop in sessions
18-Jun SC1 Physics P2 Energy transfer by heating 9+10
25-Jun SC8 Chemistry C14 Resources 9+10 SC1 JPR
2-Jul SC6 Biology B5 Communicable diseases 9+10
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Charlie and Elise in Year Oliver and Josiah in Year 8 Leon and Lewis in Year 9 Eleanor in Year 10
Forthcoming events:
Dates from calendar/ trips:
Y7 Geography Field Trips Wednesday 19th - Friday 21st June Y12 Induction Day - Tuesday 25th June New Y7 Induction Day - Thursday 27th June Y11 Prom - Thursday 27th June New Parents’ and Students Evening - Wednesday 3rd July 5.30pm-6.30pm Y10 Food Trip - Friday 5th July Y10 Cadbury World Trip - Tuesday 16th July Celebration Evening—Thursday 17th July 5.30pm
Do follow us on Twitter where you can pick up ongoing
news and information: @KinetonHighSch
KHS Update
Students of the Week:
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Communities Group
Transport Operations
Shire Hall PO Box 43 Warwick
CV34 4SX
Tel: 01926 412929 Option 1, Option 2
www.warwickshire.gov.uk Dear Parent/Carer,
From September 2019, all schools across Warwickshire will be using photo card bus passes. If your Child is likely to be
travelling on WCC transport for the 2019/2020 academic year, we will need a photo for their new style bus pass.
In order to ensure all photos are collected in time for the next academic year and to avoid any delays, we are writing to all
those who are likely to be affected, by area, on a rolling basis.
You can email the photo of your Child to [email protected] using “Bus Pass Photo 2019” as the subject line
including your child’s name and date of birth with the photo. Please be advised that, although the Council’s email address is a
secure one, this method may not be secure depending on your email provider. Further details on how to send in your photo
securely are set out overleaf.
A guide to taking a passport style photo is also attached overleaf for your information.
To avoid any delay in getting your pass printed next year, please send a photo to us as soon as possible.
If you are changing school, moving house, purchase a pass under the Vacant Seat Scheme, or re-apply for free transport on an
annual basis, you will still need to do so in the normal manner once you have received correspondence from the Education
Transport Team during the spring 2019 term.
Should you have any questions or queries, please feel free to contact us using any of the details above.
Yours sincerely
Transport Operations
Secure Email – further information:
When sending in personal details to Warwickshire County Council, we want to ensure you do so safely.
We suggest doing one of the following:
Use Gmail as this is a secure email provider.
If using any other provider, password protect the photo attachment and send the password in a separate email.
Email us and ask us about using our “Egress” secure email facility, you will need to sign up to this and set up a login so that
you can email us securely.
Alternatively, you can email us from your usual email account, however, this may not be secure and is not advised.
Leave of Absence
During Term Time 2018-19
Medical/Dental Appointment
If a student will not be present during
morning registration due to a medical/dental
appointment, please provide Student Services with
written notice of the appointment prior to the event.
Authorised Absence
Child illness, family bereavement call 01926 645611
the Absence line, leave details and a note when child
returns for Attendance Officer.
Student Absence Procedure
If a student is absent, please call the 24 hour Absence
Line daily on 01926 645 611 and leave a brief message
stating their name, tutor group and reason.
Failure to make an application for leave in advance can
also result in a Fixed Penalty Notice being issued to the
parent(s).
Unauthorised Absence
There are times when children are absent for reasons,
which are not permitted by law. Examples of
unauthorised absence are parental illness, term time
holidays or a family day out. Where there is no
explanation for an absence or where the explanation or
reason for the absence is considered unsatisfactory
absence will be recorded as ‘unauthorised’.
Unauthorised Absences have to be reported to the
Local Authority. The Attendance Compliance
Enforcement Team may contact you where
unauthorised absence continues to be a problem.
Unauthorised absence could result in a Fixed Penalty
Fine or other legal action. We are always concerned
about the amount of school time pupils miss as a result
of term time leave. There is no entitlement to time off
during term time. Leave of absence is only granted in
exceptional circumstances at the discretion of the
Headteacher in accordance with the school policy as
agreed by the governing body.
Leave of Absence forms are available on our website
http://kinetonhighschool.org.uk/information/attendance/
We greatly appreciate parental support to reduce the total amount of days lost due to holidays. We are committed to working in partnership with you to enable your child to reach their academic targets and to support their social development. For this to happen we need to keep individual attendance as high as possible - we all need to play our part. It is our policy:
Only in an exceptional circumstance will term time
leave be allowed. Parents/Carers wishing to apply for
leave of absence need to fill in an application form well
in advance and before booking tickets or making travel
arrangements.
If term time leave is taken without prior permission
from the school, the absence will be unauthorised and
you may be liable for a fixed-penalty fine or other legal
action.
Please remember that absence for whatever reason
disadvantages a child by creating gaps in his/her
learning. A good understanding of the work and good
progress can only take place when the child is in the
classroom regularly and on time.
If you think you have exceptional circumstances please talk to us without delay and before arrangements are entered into or money committed. If exceptional circumstances are accepted the Headteacher will determine how much absence will be authorised. Each application for a leave of absence will be considered on a case by case basis and on its own merits. The full Attendance policy can be found under http://kinetonhighschool.org.uk/information/school-policies/
Leave of Absence
During Term Time 2018-19 The Supreme Court recently reached a decision in the
case of Platt v Isle of Wight Council which has clarified
the law on unauthorised leave, including holidays,
during term time. The parents of children of compulsory
school age are required to ensure that they attend
school on a regular basis. The Supreme Court has
made clear that attending school ‘regularly’ means that
the children must attend school on every day that they
are required to do so. As such, the parents of any child
who is absent from school without authorisation for any
length of time are likely to be considered as committing
an offence under s444 of the Education Act 1996.
Head Teachers retain the ability to authorise leave in
accordance with the Education (Pupil Registration)
(England) Regulations 2006. When considering such
requests for a leave of absence, the school are obliged
to act within the law. Head Teachers may not grant any
leave of absence during term time unless there are
exceptional circumstances relating to the application. If
the leave is granted, head teachers are able to
determine the number of school days a child can be
absent for.
It is for the Head Teacher to decide what is
‘exceptional’ and it is at their discretion if the
circumstances warrant the leave to be granted. The
school can only consider Leave of Absence requests
which are made by the ‘resident’ parent.
Each application for a leave of absence will be
considered on a case by case basis and on its own
merits.
Where applications for leave of absence are made in
advance and refused, the child will be required to be in
school on the dates set out in the application. If the
child is absent during that period, it will be recorded as
an unauthorised absence, which may result in legal
action being taken against the parent(s), by way of a
Fixed Penalty Notice.
All matters of unauthorised absence relating to a Leave
of Absence will be referred to the Warwickshire
Attendance Service, part of Warwickshire County
Council.
It is important to note, Fixed Penalty Notices are
issued to each parent of each absent child, (for
example 2 children and 2 parents, means each parent
will receive 2 invoices in the amount of £120 each,
totalling £240 for both children, this is reduced to £60
per child if paid within 21 days).
Where a Fixed Penalty Notice is not paid within the
required timeframe as set out on the notice, the matter
will be referred to Warwickshire County Council’s Legal
Services to consider instigating criminal proceedings
under S444 Education Act 1996.
Fixed Penalty Notices are issued in accordance with
Warwickshire County Council’s Code of Conduct for
Penalty Notices.
Failure to secure a child’s regular attendance at school may be a criminal offence under Section 444 (1) or 444 (1A) of the
Education Act 1996. If a leave of absence is not authorised this could result in:
The issue of a Fixed Penalty Notice to you (£120.00 fine to be paid within 28 days of issue, which reduces to £60.00 if paid
within 21 days); or
A criminal prosecution against you
Fixed Penalty Notices are issued in respect of EACH absent child as set out in the fixed penalty notice(s).
If the Fixed Penalty is not paid then the matter will be referred to Warwickshire County Council’s legal department to consider
instigating a criminal prosecution against you under the Education Act 1996. If criminal proceedings are issued and you are