Work Experience

Posted on August 4, 2014 by Mr Kydd

Exclaimation mark - YellowHi everyone -hope you are enjoying the summer break.  Anyone out there a bit bored?????  If so, you could do some volunteer work at Basildon House – it could look good on your UCAS or job application AND it will get you out the house!!  You won’t get paid but you will get travel expenses.  Have a look at the links below for more information.  Hope you enjoy the rest of the holidays – see you on results day!     Mrs Bullion

Visitor Engagement Volunteer – Summer 2014[1]

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Year Twelve briefing notes – for the week starting Monday 21st July

Posted on July 20, 2014 by Mr Kydd

untitledAll,

First of all, as this is indeed my last post to you, can I say what a delight it has been to work with you over the past year. I hope that you all have a lovely summer, and GOOD LUCK for your AS examinations and your future plans.

A few points for the summer.

  • If for any reason you do not get the results that you need the best advice that I can give you is to talk to us as soon as possible. There will be staff here to help you in the days following results day, and you will almost certainly  have more options than you think you have. Three useful email addresses for you;

1. Mr Hand rhand@littleheath.w-berks.sch.uk

2. Ms Vignali gvignali@littleheath.w-berks.sch.uk

3. Mrs Bullion cbullion@littleheath.w-berks.sch.uk

  • Speak to your subject teachers about what is the most helpful thing for you to do to get ahead over the summer. Work done now will almost certainly help you get ahead for that busy busy Autumn term.

 

  • I know that I have said this to you so mnay times, but it does remain good advice. Any work experience that you can get over the summer will greatly help you with your future applications.

Mr Kydd.

 

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EPQ Update

Posted on July 17, 2014 by Mr Kydd

EPQ-level-3Nearly all of you attended the library visits over the last 2 weeks and this should have kick started your research.  It is so important to do some serious research over the summer.  If you don’t, there is a strong likelihood that your project will not be very good or that you drop out.  The most common reflection from students who have done the EPQ is ‘I wish I’d done more research earlier’.

Your EPQ course has, in effect, started.  When you come back in September you should have started your log (see previous post for link).  You should note what you have done and how your library visit went and also reflect on any conversations you have had with me, Mr Male, Ms Vignali or your teachers.

There will be a short meeting in the Upper 6th Common Room on Tuesday at break time.  You will be given your EPQ student book, which you should use to help you over the summer.

You should also download these documents: Starting the EPQ EPQ schedule[1] EPQ_Timeline[1]

Your EPQ lesson will appear on your timtable as soon as you have given in the paperwork you will be given where you indicate which subject you are going to drop.

Mr Hand

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Birmingham University Study Days and Workshops

Posted on July 17, 2014 by Mr Kydd

birminghamBirmingham University are running a series of study days and workshops from September.  Please follow the link to their web site for further details.

College of Arts and Law Sixth Form Study Afternoons and Study Days for 2014/15
The College of Arts and Law run an annual series of Sixth Form Study Afternoons and Study Days designed to assist students in their current studies, but also to raise aspirations and give them a taste of studying at a university.
Dates will be confirmed in September, however our programme of events for 2014/15 is likely to be as follows:
Autumn Term (dates in November or December TBC)
  • English Language and Linguistics Study Afternoon
  • English Literature Study Afternoon
  • History Study Afternoon
  • Philosophy, Theology and Religion Study Afternoon
Spring Term (dates in February or March TBC)
  • English Literature Study Afternoon
  • History Study Afternoon
  • Modern Languages and Film Study Day
To review the events which took place last year please visit our website

 
   
Mr Hand

 
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Posted on July 15, 2014 by Mr Kydd

 

Exclaimation mark - YellowYear 12 parents/carers were invited to attend our “Intro into Year 13 Evening” on Monday 30th June.  Please click the link below to access the presentation.

Mrs Bullion

INTRO TO YEAR 13 PRESENTATION

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Year Twelve (Thirteen) briefing notes – for the week starting Mondau 14th July

Posted on July 13, 2014 by Mr Kydd

finishlineAll,

The end of term is of course fast approaching, and I can promise you that staff are as tired as you are. Nevertheless it really important that we finish strongly. Three matters for the week ahead please.

1. There is a voluntary assembly at 1.20 in the Upper Sixth Common Room at 1.20 on Monday. This is to follow on from the excellent presentation that Sam Hunt from  SURF gave us about Rwanda. We want set up a charity working party from September to organise fund raising for Alvere and his family. GET INVOLVED.

2. Please keep pushing hard on your studies. I would also expect you to take something meaningful to read / be undertaking for your A Level studies over the long summer break. Please talk to your teachers about this.

3. Remember your target of having a post-Little Heath plan worked out by 23rd July please. Again, can I stress the importance of targeting work experience in the summer holidays.

Keep going,

Mr Kydd.

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Scientia – excellent enrichment opprtunity at Oxford Brookes University.

Posted on July 11, 2014 by Mr Kydd

STEMAll scientists,

Looking at the Oxford STEM website, this has been advertised recently. It looks really good for year 13 students interested in areas like engineering. Please see further details below. 

 

Scientia  STEM Two Day STEM Residential for Year 13 at Oxford Brookes University

Residential event from Sunday 31 August – Tuesday 2 September 2014 
Cost is only £50 per student (including accommodation, food, workshops and social events). Workshop topics include cybersecurity, video game design and building bikes out of bamboo. Please visit the website for more details and booking (deadline 17th July).
Who is it for?
If you will be in your 2nd year at college or in year 13 at school in September 2014 and studying Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics related subjects then this event is for you.
What’s it all about?
Pack your bags and grab your friends for an exciting two night stay at Oxford Brookes University.
  • Experience living in halls of residence with a group of fellow students
  • Try out University lectures and hands on workshops
  • Enhance your team building and communication skills by working with others
  • Get involved in the social side of University life
  • Try out Oxfordshire’s premier climbing wall at our on-campus Sports Centre!
How much does it cost?
It costs £50 per student, which includes en-suite accommodation for two nights, meals, workshops and social events. Payment is by cheque, details of where you send your payment are provided when you register your interest. 
 
Any questions, please come and see me.
Many thanks, 
Mr Boddaert

 

 

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This week’s edition of Question Time

Posted on July 11, 2014 by Mr Kydd

Question_time_logoAll,

This week’s edition of Question Time can be found here.

Mr Kydd.

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Little Heath Charity Fun Day – Saturday 12th July

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Mr Kydd

littleheathAll,

Please click here for the flyer for Saturday’s charity day. If any of you would like to help  on Saturday, we would be very gratful. There will be a short meeting at 1:20pm on Tues 8 July in Careers Office.

Mr Linz.

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Question Time

Posted on July 6, 2014 by Mr Kydd

Question_time_logoThis week’s edition of Question Time can be found here.

Mr Kydd.

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