LEARNING MATTERS
EXAMS - YEARS 9 & 10
General Information
- Year 9 Exams will take place in homerooms.
- Year 10 Exams will take place in the Hall (Pending Covid protocols).
- Exams will run for 90 minutes + 10mins reading, except the Year 9 & 10 RE Exam (60 min + 10mins reading).
- Students are expected at school by 8.30 am for Period 1 exams. They need to line up in class groups in their designated area and move into the exam space by 8.40 am.
- When students are not completing exams, they will have their normal timetabled classes.
FEAST DAY GALLERY
WELLBEING FOR LEARNING
Positive School-Wide Behaviour in the Corridors
Please see our Positive Schoolwide Behaviours in the Corridors attached.
We ask that each class and student revisit and discuss each statement as a kind reminder of how we behave in the corridors, stairwells and near lockers at CRC St Albans.
This will ensure we are creating a safe and orderly environment for all to learn and enjoy.
Character Strength of the Week
Zest - Virtue of Courage
Definition: Approaching a situation, or life in general, with excitement and energy. Not approaching tasks or activities halfway or half-heartedly.
Explanation: Enthusiastic, energetic, doesn't do things half-heartedly.
Synonyms: Enthusiasm, gusto, eagerness, zeal.
Quote: "I feel vital and full of energy, I approach life feeling activated and enthusiastic."
"Zest is the secret of all beauty. There is no beauty that is attractive without zest." (Christian Dior)
How to ignite your zest:
- What conditions (people, places or activities) bring out your zest?
- What conditions put a damper on your enthusiasm or zest?
- How does zest cause positive things to happen in your life?
Joyful June
Our Joyful June calendar is full of actions to help create more positive emotions. Please share it with others and inspire them too!
When facing big challenges, we can still notice the little good things. Even in difficult times, there is still a lot to be grateful for, and we can actively cultivate positive feelings by looking for what's good.
Parent Corner
Sometimes understanding our teens, means understanding the online tools they use. Please read this informative article which provides some great advice on this area.
Wellbeing for Learning Around the School
Year 7:
During Feast Day, the SRC leaders discussed a proposal to introduce school social clubs. They visited each homeroom and asked the students to offer worthwhile suggestions. The ideas will be collated and we will ask the cohort to vote on their favourite options next week. We are hoping that the social clubs can be another way for students to help build stronger connections in the school through shared interests.
Year 8:
Photos from Feast Day and our ‘All-Rounder Challenge’ Assessment. This assessment assesses students’ problem-solving, communication, supportive teamwork and participation in their pastoral group. The activities involve a group skipping activity, origami making, tug of war and a blind artist challenge where students draw blindfolded while verbally guided by their peers.
Year 9:
It has been a busy time for Year 9s in the last fortnight as students have been preparing for the upcoming exams (12 days and counting!), writing their resumes and cover letters to practice for job interviews and enjoyed Feast Day last Friday. The enjoyment on the students’ faces was the highlight of the day… and maybe the puppies in the Petting Zoo.
Flu season has approached us in full force with these cold and rainy days. As a result, students who are sick are missing classes to stay home and recuperate. It is vital that students seek help from teachers in the hope of catching up on work missed. Stay warm and stay safe!