This week we have had the pleasure of reading the applications from our Year 12 students who have put themselves forward to be part of the student leadership team for next year. It has been genuinely humbling to read about the many ways in which our students support their local communities, as well as the personal challenges they are setting themselves and working hard to overcome. We are very proud of them. The next stage of the process will involve interviews and presentations to both staff and the current student leadership team. We wish all applicants the very best of luck and would like to congratulate them for stepping forward, taking a risk and putting themselves forward for these important roles.

Our Year 9 students have also had an important experience this week as they sat their assessments in the formal examination spaces used for GCSEs. This meant lining up before the exams and, in some cases, sitting one exam shortly after another. A few students mentioned to me that they felt it was quite demanding to complete exams back-to-back. When we talked about the fact that this is exactly what they will experience during their GCSEs, many began to appreciate why practising this now is so valuable. I am sure they are relieved that the assessments are finished, but I do not doubt that they will have gained a great deal from the experience.

Finally, we are once again dealing with some issues that have arisen through social media. May I please ask that you speak with your children about using social media responsibly and take time to check their accounts where appropriate. Your support in helping young people navigate the online world safely makes a significant difference. Advice on how to support your child to stay safe and use social media responsibly can be found here NSPCC

SPRING CONCERT

Wednesday sees students from all year groups come together to perform at our Spring Concert.  You may have seen the posts peppered across our socials this week hinting at the fantastic talent that will be showcased on the evening.

Tickets can be bought on ParentPay and on the door and it looks set to be an inspiring night of fabulous music.  With pieces being performed from popular hits such as Adel's Chasing Pavements and Cold Play's Viva la Vida to Show tunes such as Can You Feel the Love Tonight from the Lion King, it will be  joyous occasion for all.

You can grab some refreshments during the interval, served by the Friends of Charters team, and find out a bit more about what they do.

It will be a lovely way to spend a mid-week evening - we hope to see you there.

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A huge well done to all our Stars this week...

7	Finlay	For always inviting me for a game of chess during chess and challenge. He was even kind enough to let me win this one. Always polite, friendly and asks great questions.
8	Maggie	Maggie has got the least amount of negatives in the tutor group. She has got 0 negatives and 100% attendance. Maggie consistently shows Unity respect and Excellence in all that she does.
9	Noah	Has made a real effort to make a positive impact on his learning and the learning of others. Well done Noah.
10	James	James works incredibly hard in lessons and is making great progress, a modest and kind student who's commitment to excellence does not go unrecognised.
11	Finn	For being consistently punctual and polite in the mornings.
12	Nye	Nye has shown a positive shift in effort and attitude in History. This is directly reflected in his improved understanding of complex topics; he is now able to synthesise evidence and contribute to high-level classroom debates with confidence and clarity. Well done!
13	Drina	Drina is a fantastic role model who consistently does the right thing and approaches her studies with maturity and determination. She is working extremely hard as she prepare for her A Levels, showing real commitment to her revision and taking responsibility for her learning. What has been particularly impressive is the way she actively listens to and responds to feedback from her teachers, using it thoughtfully to improve her work.

Here is a round-up of the fixtures from the past

LITERARY FESTIVAL & SUMMER FAYRE

We are excited to announce that the Charters School Literary Festival & Summer Fayre will be taking place on Saturday 4th July, 12:00pm–4:00pm! This is set to be a fantastic community event, bringing together students, families, local businesses, and community groups – all in our beautiful school grounds. Funds raised will go directly towards supporting the school and enriching student experiences.

We would love your involvement in a few ways:

1. Artisan Marketplace: If you run a small business and would like to be part of our artisan marketplace, pitches are available for £50. This is a great opportunity to showcase your products to a wide audience.
    
2. Volunteering: We are looking for volunteers to help set up before the event, run a stall during the day, or help pack away at the end. Your time and support will make the day run smoothly and ensure everyone has a great experience.
    
3. Donations for Prizes: If you have a business and could donate a sizeable item for our Summer Draw or Silent Auction, it would be hugely appreciated. While we’ll ask for tombola items closer to the event, at this stage, any prize donations, sponsorship, or creative ideas to make the day extra special would be fantastic.

If you can help in any of these ways, or know someone who might, please email us at [email protected] with your details.

We’re confident that this will be an enjoyable, lively day for the whole community, and we hope as many of you as possible will get involved to help make it a success!

Thank you in advance for your support.

MESSAGE FROM ARBOR

Help us improve the Arbor Parent App!
We want to make sure the Parent App is as helpful as possible for you and your family. To do that, the team at Arbor would love to hear your thoughts.

How you can help Arbor is looking for parents to join a small feedback group. From time to time, they’ll reach out with a chance to:

• Test out new ideas before they're released
• Join a quick 30-60 minute online feedback session
• Share your experience of using the app

There’s no pressure to join every session – you can just jump in whenever you have a spare moment to help make school life a little bit easier for every parent.

Sound interesting? You can sign up to hear more about the feedback sessions here: Arbor Feedback

Our Upcoming Opportunities page is constantly updated with new and exciting Careers opportunities.

BRACKNELL RFC OPEN EVENT FOR GIRLS 

There will be an open event at Bracknell RFC for girls on Monday (16th). If you would like to give it a go just pop along and join Year 11 student Annabelle who is the captain of the U16 girls team.  No previous experience necessary!

CORDES HALL IN MARCH

Saturday 14 March – Cinema

11.00 am  Ponyo (U) – Kids Club so £3 for all.  This is animated and has the voices of Liam Neeson, Matt Damon, Cate Blanchett and loads of others.  And a cute story.

4.00 pm  I Swear (15) – sorry that we had been advertising on the banners that it was The Choral.  We’ll bring that next month, hopefully.  But I Swear is a brilliant British film based on a real story about a young man with Tourette Syndrome.  The lead actor recently won the BAFTA for best actor and it’s up for awards at the Oscars.   I haven’t seen it but do take from the title and the disability that there is going to be bad language.  But it’s very uplifting too!

7.30 pm  Sinners (15).  A horror/action film that has the most Oscar nominations ever!  It’s got to be good!

Please remember that my comments about the films are my own – and you can google to get a balanced view.

Lots of choice in the bar for drinks both non and alcoholic.  A reminder that ticket prices are £6 for adults and £4 for children under 14.  Tickets are available from www.ticketsource.co.uk/cordes-hall or on the door.  We have gone cashless so I’m afraid you now have to pay on the door and in the bar with a card.  Contactless no problem.  Always remember it’s a very friendly atmosphere at the Cinema so don’t be afraid to come on your own.  Or bring a gang!

Saturday 21^st March – Spring Artisan Fair.  Doors open 10.00 – 4.00 pm and it’s free entry.  There’s always a good selection of stalls selling a variety of quality goods. 

That’s it for March but now I’m going to preview some events coming up this year.

Friday 17 April there is a Quiz Night in aid of the charity My Cancer My Choices who support people in Berkshire with cancer by providing therapies to improve their wellbeing.  There is a poster with details on the website so check it out www.cordes-hall-sunninghill.org.uk/upcomingevents

Saturday 30 May we are very proud to present a one-man show called Chinese Boxing.  It sounds brilliant and there will be more about it in the next couple of months and on the website.

Friday 13 November – it’s George (Michael) & Elton (John) performing the Hits (courtesy of 2 fabulous tribute guys).  You can get tickets (and more information) for this already on www.ticketsource.com/cordes-hall.  We’ll update you throughout the year.

Finally, don’t forget all our weekly regular other groups – listed below.  Please contact them for info.  That’s it for now – hope to see you in the Hall soon!

Very best wishes,
Vanessa

www.cordes-hall-sunninghill.org.uk        Facebook – Cordes Hall, Sunninghill

Families can now enjoy four FREE tickets to Family Traveller Live, the UK’s most immersive family travel show! Following the success of last year’s event, this is a fantastic opportunity for families to explore travel inspiration, practical advice, and hands-on experiences together.

Families can enjoy favourites such as climbing, zip lining, surf simulators, soft play, and planetariums. Plus, this year’s event includes two brand-new experiences:

· Leap of Faith from the Stadium Roof – Climb up to just under the stadium roof and free-fall into a huge inflatable pillow

· Home Changing Room Experience – behind-the-scenes access to the England changing rooms and the chance to meet a former England international legend

To claim the free tickets, families can use the code SCH100 when booking.

Full event details: https://live.familytraveller.com

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HOPE FOOD SHARE

The Hope Church food share takes place each Tuesday from 12pm-1pm. 

The items include mainly fresh food and bakery items donated from local supermarkets. The food is at the end of its shelf life (but still perfectly fine to eat!) and would otherwise just go to waste. Bring a bag to fill up, stop for a chat and a cup of tea (and cake!!) and warm up in the church. ALL welcome, no voucher/referral required.

Hope Church, Sunningdale, The Hope Centre, High Street Sunningdale, (next to Nag’s Head).

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