The annual school ski trip took place over half-term for 31 Years 8-13 students.  Wagrain in Austria was very snowy!  It was great to see their skills develop over the week, particular commendations in the form of the 'Altitude is everything' award went to:

• Abi Robbins
• Lauren Jones
• Beth Watters
• Tash Torkoniak
• Lottie Nolan

 

 

On Tuesday this week, Year 9 had the exciting opportunity to watch the ‘Is It Worth It?’  e-safety tour. Firstly, two dancers performed a choreographed dance for us and then we were introduced to the topic of sending inappropriate pictures across the internet and the consequences of doing so. We were given some percentages of how many girls and boys our age across Gloucestershire who had sent or received explicit photographs or videos from either people they knew or strangers on social media, which shocked us. Luzzey sang us one of his songs called ‘Crystal Maze’ and later on in the production, sang us a song that is yet to be released, which we were very privileged to hear. Claire, who was the presenter, included the audience. We played interactive games that helped us to learn about the topic, and the winners won £5 vouchers. The ‘Is It Worth It?’ Tour was very educational and was a great opportunity for our Year Group to learn more about this sensitive yet important topic that affects many young lives.

By Bonnie Colquhoun and Amelia Taylor 9QA

 

In half term the following students took part in the ‘Big String’ workshop in Gloucester cathedral. This was run by the Gloucester Academy of Music and included 140+ of the county’s best string players: Hermione Smith, Georgette Thomson, Beth Candish, Lana Slade, Emily Wiles, Grace Towle, Maisie Pearce, Holly Wan, Caitlin Wild, Evie Perfect.