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Headteacher Foreword
Trips, visits and extracurricular activities have long been a feature of the school and it is good to see them back now after hiatus during the pandemic. Today, a group of students have headed to New York, another group are heading out to Austria on the ski trip over half term. In this newsletter, you’ll be able to read about a whole host of other activities that have gone on in the last few weeks, and these are in addition to those that happen on a weekly basis in school. These activities greatly enrich the experience of the students’ time at the school and add to their personal development, so I hope that as many students as possible will avail themselves of the opportunities on offer, be it sport, music, art, Warhammer, chess, dungeons and dragons, puzzle club, computer club…to name but a few of the things that are on offer during every week.
You will be aware that we had a monitoring visit from Ofsted this week. They were able to see many of the good things about the school and the progress that the school has made since their last visit. Ofsted will be writing to the school within the next few weeks, and I will share their findings. As a result of their visit the Fitness Suite is no longer open during the day to members of the public, which is a shame as this is an important element of our community engagement, but is necessary to ensure the safeguarding of the students. Plans are already in place to improve site security, and this will see fencing and gates around the site at Easter.
I hope that whatever your plans are, that you enjoy the break and that students come back refreshed ready for the next term.
Mr Law
Headteacher
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What's happening at Carre's
February Half Term
Sixth Form trip to New York
Ski trip to Schaldming, Austria
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22 February
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All day
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Year 7 HSBC finance workshop
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1 March
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All day
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Year 7 STEM day
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15 and 22 March
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All day
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Year 9 + Year 7 Stay Safe days
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21 March
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7pm
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Spring concert
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29 March
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All day
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U18 football finals
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New menus were launched in The Chill in January following feedback from a student survey. The menus include more 'grab and go' items and some exciting new dishes!
Menus are on display in The Chill, in classrooms and on our school website www.carres.uk - Students - Dining Room - Weekly Menus and Price Lists
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December Art Competition - Make Something Festive
Well done to our December winner - Liam (9B) 🎉 and runner-up goes to Archie (7.3) for his Christmas Lego Creation 🎅🏼
 
This is my entry for the December art competition. I made the Lego wreath myself.
Archie 7.3
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On 17 January, the Year 7 students took part in a Taiko drumming workshop with Dave Mitchell from ‘Louder than Life’.
Students learnt to adopt the mindset of a Japanese Warrior, harnessing their inner tiger and learning to be still like water!
They all learnt a sequence of rhythms to be performed on the Taiko drums, along with some Japanese commands.
It was a very enjoyable workshop and the students all achieved a fantastic performance at the end of their session.
 
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Rewards Breakfast
As part of their progress grade review, students in Years 7 - 11 earned a breakfast treat based on their effort grades.
Well done to those students who enjoyed their breakfast in The Chill.
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Swap Shop
The first ‘Old Carrensians’ Swap Shop’ was opened as a reward for students in the top 75% of each year group for positive points. If given a bronze, silver or gold voucher, students were able to swap it for a prize.
Students in all year groups have really enjoyed their prizes from the Old Carrensians’ Swap Shop this week. It has created a real buzz around school!
Students had requested a range of prizes, including stationery, card games, chess boards and balls they could play with at break. Around school there were plenty of games of Uno, table tennis and Rubik's Cube competitions to be seen once the Swap Shop had closed.
A big thank you to The Old Carrensians’ for sponsoring the Swap Shop. The students are already looking forward to the next one!
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VOICEIT Workshops
Songwriting workshops at the music careers event at Lincolnshire Showground.
Other workshops included singing with Hayley Sanderson from Strictly and also with Mark de Lisser from The Voice, music journalism with BBC Introducing, staging events, bestowing and freestyle rap.
Students had a great day taking part in the workshops concluding with a short news item on BBC Look North that evening.
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GCSE Science Live!
Report by Daniel Bentley 10B
50 x Year 10 and 11 GCSE students recently travelled to Cambridge for GCSE Live! After a lengthy 2 hour + bus trip, we finally arrived at the Cambridge Corn Exchange, after accompanying Mr Fisher through the town with countless upper class comedy jokes.
First we were greeted with a lecture on the topic ‘Gene Eating’ where Professor Giles Yeo presented the idea of how our genes can affect obesity in different people. Throughout this, he discussed the powerful biological influence of food intake, for example someone would be more inclined to eat a slice of pizza, rather than broccoli.
The second lecture consisted of how the human brain functions, presented by Dr Hannah Critchlow. Focusing on brain waves, we learnt how different emotions/ reactions affect how much work the brain performs. For example how an electric shock alters your brain waves.
After a short break, we had another lecture, this time from Professor Alice Roberts who spoke on archaeology of skeletons. We learnt what skills are needed to identify who someone was thousands of years ago, truly showing human ancestry, and how a skeleton is preserved in peat bogs and many other ways.
Another break leads us into our fourth lecture, on the possibility of time travel. To our astonishment, he proved a theory of the possibility of travelling into the future through wormholes, all linked with physics. And yes, time travel is possible into the future, but possibly not into the past as we found out. Overall, most agreed this one truly was the most gripping lecture with how interesting Professor Jim Al Khalili presented his explanation.
Finally, we came to the lecture by Professor Andrea Sella, who asked us a question on how a zebra gets its stripes. He explained the question in terms of chemical reactions, proving all you need to have stripes was the right set of linked reactions and then ‘away you go transmitting signals and making patterns’. One experiment he demonstrated in front of us was greeted by intervals of clapping every 5 seconds when the solution changed colour, which lasted for quite a while.
That was the last lecture which took place during our Science Live trip, but there was more. After both breaks, a professional examiner gave us tips and tricks on how to excel throughout our GCSE exams, with many revision techniques.
All In all, the trip was truly an amazing opportunity for all students to see a different perspective of science, from professors with years of specialised research. Overall, it was extremely informative, and most of the topics had us all on the edge of our seat.
However, the greatest part in my opinion was my chance to ask questions to the professors. Being sat at the very back of the top balcony meant the questions had to be bellowed across the entire hall to everybody’s delight, my favourite being the one I asked Prof Jim Al Khalili ‘What would happen to you if you were in the middle of three black holes’, to which he replied: ‘You’d be sucked into one of them'.
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Thomas has been completing at a National level in the cycling discipline Cyclocross under his local club banner Sleaford Wheelers. The season for CX has now finished, and we recently received the national standings.
In the 6 series Nation Cyclocross Trophy Series Thomas as a first year in the under fourteen category, finished the season ranked 53rd out of 114 competitors.
We travelled up to the National Championship event on 14th/15th of January in Lancaster where he had an awful gridding on the back row in 65th. The conditions resembled a wet Glastonbury, but Thomas used the skills learnt racing to finish in 43rd position after a challenging race on the same course the elite level riders completed on.
These results put him just outside the top ten in his age group as a first year at a national level.
It is a huge step up from a county/regional level to the national events and Thomas has learnt a lot this season. Some of the challenges included bike changes every lap due to conditions, courses including 47 steps to carry your bike up, riding off camber sections, vertical drops and mud.
He is looking forward to starting the national mountain bike and road racing series in late spring.
Report and photographs provided by Thomas' dad.
Well done Thomas!
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Holocaust Memorial Day
On 26 January, the Year 10s watched a live stream about Holocaust Memorial Day, where we heard the story of one of the few surviving Holocaust survivors, Ruth Posner. She told us all about how she had to live many lives, as a young Jewish girl, then have to hide her identity and escape from being held captive. Her story was detailed and told us all about what happened to her and the Holocaust in general.
During this I felt sad about all the horrible things she witnessed, like being shot at many times, just as a child. She also had to leave her parents behind to escape with her Aunt, and she never heard about what happened to them, whether they were killed or whether they survived longer. We were also told about how she went on to become a successful performer when she arrived in England (not knowing a word of English at first), which showed her resilience to still make a good life for herself.
Overall, it was an eye-opening experience for us all, and we learnt much about Ruth Posner’s life and her experiences in the Holocaust.
Report by Will Simpson
My account of the story of Ruth Posner
In the 10 minutes before Ruth’s interview began I remember listening to the introduction of Ruth and a brief overview of her story, it was at this point I realised that I had a life-changing opportunity to listen to the story of one of the few remaining holocaust survivors.
Ruth was only a child when the war began, and she lived her life like any other child. Her family was Jewish and when the Germans invaded Poland, she was sent to a ghetto. She was forced to work in a factory; this completely shocked me as she was only a child when she was forced into labour. This was her first life, Ruth described her one life as many different lives. She described them as this because of the many changes she had to deal with.
Her second life involved her change to a Catholic to hide from the Nazis. This to me was very alien, even at such a young age as Ruth had to understand that she needed to change who she was and if she didn’t, she would be captured and potentially killed.
Her story continued on, and she lived many different lives in a short space of time. The war ended when Ruth was 16, and she came to England to complete her education. Following this, Ruth trained with the London Contemporary Dance Theatre, and she stayed with them for 18 years.
Ruth is a great role model to me as she demonstrates what anyone, at any age can do. Her courage enabled her to fulfil her life
Report by Thomas Thornton
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Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme
Year 9 students attended a DofE training day on 29 January in the Main Hall at KSHS to consolidate the 10 Assignments set on TEAMs since October.
We covered: introduction to DofE, campsites and tents, rucksacks, packing and kit, emergencies, food, stoves and fuel, map reading, route planning, and first aid.
The next events for the Bronze Year 9 students are the practice expedition from 20 to 21 May and the assessed expedition from 17 to 18 June.
Kit issue for the Silver Year 10 students takes place on 30 March and the Silver practice expedition from 20 to 22 April.
There are also drop in after school sessions (until 1730hrs) on 2 and 16 March for any groups to come for assistance with preparation for their expeditions.
Mrs Mel Walker, DofE Co-ordinator
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Careers and Apprenticeships
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DHL are renowned for the quality of their training and how well they take care of their apprentices.
They've opened applications for a wide variety of roles ranging from Level 2 all the way up to degree level. With opportunities in engineering, digital, finance and of course Supply Chain Leadership, they have an opportunity for everyone.
https://www.getmyfirstjob.co.uk/Discover/Employers/VirtualWorld
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Students have many opportunities to investigate their future options and here is another fantastic showcase of Apprenticeship Opportunities on offer from over 70 employers.
Health Education England Careers Programme for KS3 & KS4
What is the I’m in Healthcare careers programme?
It’s an online careers platform, aligned with Gatsby Benchmarks 1,5 & 8 for KS3 and KS4 students to find out about careers in the NHS. They can:
- Use the ‘I’m in Healthcare’ platform for the Step into the NHS competition where pupils research a job role and can win prizes including NHS goody bags and Amazon vouchers
- Complete quizzes and modules
- Message NHS ambassadors – real people, doing real jobs in the NHS!
- Benefit from access to ambassadors and information which can support their Health and Social Care studies
New feature!
After completing a task, students will be able to link directly to an NHS ambassador for further information and questions.
Next steps
Students can register at https://hee.connectr.co.uk/hee/ using their school email.
Siemens Engineering Apprenticeship vacancies are now live, and the closing date is Friday 31 March
Please see the attached poster promoting these opportunities and I would be very grateful if you could circulate this within your school/college and encourage any interested students to apply via the link below:
There are a number of positions available in the following disciplines:
Craft Mechanical Apprentice
Craft Electrical/Mechanical Apprentice
Engineering Technician Apprentice
Please see links below to apply:-
Electrical/Mechanical
https://talent.siemens-energy.com/privateapply?folderId=240320&source=Private+Post
Mechanical
https://talent.siemens-energy.com/privateapply?folderId=240322&source=Private+Post
Engineering Technician
https://talent.siemens-energy.com/privateapply?folderId=240324&source=Private+Post
If you have any further questions regarding our apprenticeship vacancies, please contact Sarah Demetriou sarah.demetriou@siemens-energy.com
Siemens Energy Industrial Turbomachinery Ltd.
Siemens Energy
Gas Services
Strategic Planning
SE GS D SGT OP SP
1 Waterside South
Lincoln LN5 7FD
Apprenticeships and working for Leyland Trucks: www.leylandtrucksltd.co.uk
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News from Twitter
The Year 7 basketball team have won the County Cup thanks to a 56-28 win against Priory Ruskin Academy
✅🏀🏆🥇
Well done to the First XI on their 3-2 victory v King's. Goals from Richardson, Thomas and Booth.
More great news for Old Carrensians Ollie and Lewis Chessum. Ollie has been named in the England squad for the 2023 Six Nations Rugby and Lewis was called up to Captain the England U20s.
Ollie was asked to present Lewis with his Captain's shirt.
In January, Sixth Form students had the opportunity to learn about apprenticeships, work experience opportunities and the interview process.
Thank you to Natasha (HR Manager) from @pilgrimsuk for taking the time to support our students.
We are very proud of our Student Panel for playing their part recently as they represented the #studentvoice during the interview process for a new member of staff.
Zosia and Edward, Head of School Council, leading the first meeting of 2023. We were lucky to have a School Governor present at the meeting, as well as a representative from each Tutor Group.
 
Thank you to Robin and Sam from @yjajournalists for their work today with our group of Young Journalists. The session included researching, unpacking evidence, drafting and analysing their article, ready to be published to a global audience!
www.youngjournalistacademy.com
A quick hello👋🏼 from Student Support, just to remind you we are always at the top of The House if you need us. No problem or worry is ever too small!
Kiera, a SJSF student who studies English Literature at CGS, wrote an article on Andrew Tate and his influence on teenage boys. This was a highly successful article and at one point was listed second on the Google search engine results with over 19,000 unique views.
Well done Kiera!
Year 9 students attended workshops about reproductive and sexual health from the School of Sexuality Education
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Carre’s has won an Attendance Award from Fischer Family Trust.
FFT collects daily attendance data from over 10,500 schools. This data has helped schools track, monitor and compare their attendance every week through our Attendance Tracker system.
We are in the top 25% of all FFT secondary schools nationally for the 2022 Autumn term.
Well done everyone!
Andrew from Positive Health delivered a workshop on ‘Risky Behaviour’ to our Year 10 students, increasing their knowledge, skill base and capacity to make rational and informed choices regarding socialising with alcohol and drugs.
The Year 8 basketball team started their Junior NBA campaign against Nottingham Academy with an excellent performance. The team secured a 57-23 victory.
MVP Zach S who scored 20 points on his Junior NBA debut.
Year 11 recently visited The Theatre Royal in Nottingham for a production of An Inspector Calls.
This is a core GCSE English Literature text and students will be examined on this play in the summer.
Carre's Grammar School Outreach Team hosted six local primary schools for the Outreach football finals.
Well done to all teams and a special good luck to St Botolph's, Chestnut Street and Navenby Schools in the county finals.
 
Holocaust Memorial Day - Friday 27 January 2023
The Year 10 students heard the remarkable live testimony of Holocaust survivor Ruth Posner BEM to mark #HolocaustMemorialDay
www.hmd.org.uk
The University of Lincoln spoke to Year 13s offering guidance and support with how to be successful in an interview.
Thank you for supporting our students
The Year 7 football team recently won an exciting game against a good St George’s side. These two teams will have some good battles in future. 4-3, Ben with a fine hat-trick!
The Year 8 basketball team made it 7 from 7, winning 40-21 against Priory Belvoir Academy in the Jr. NBA.
The team have qualified for the playoffs.
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Is your son/daughter a Young Carer?
The definition of a Young Carer is as follows:
A young carer is someone aged 25 and under who cares for a friend or family member who, due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction, cannot cope without their support.
For more information please see below:
www.carers.org - Home - About - About Caring - About Young Carers
We are now required to record this information on our census so if your son/daughter fulfils this criteria and you are willing to let us know, please email enquiries@carres.uk
Thank you
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Free School Meals
- Universal Credit - your household income must be less than £7,400 a year (after tax and not including any benefits you get)
- Income Support
- Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
- Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
- The guaranteed element of state Pension Credit
- Child Tax Credit (provided you're not also entitled to Working Tax Credit and have an annual gross income of no more £16,190)
- Working Tax Credit run-on - paid for four weeks after you stop qualifying for Working Tax Credit
Children who get paid these benefits directly can also get free school meals.
www.lincolnshire.gov.uk - Home - Schools and Education - School and Pupil Support - Apply for Free School Meals
If your family is facing hardship: www.gov.uk
If you need urgent help:
call: 01522 552222
write to: Lincolnshire County Council, County Offices, Newland, Lincoln, LN1 1YL
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YMCA Lincolnshire Sleep Easy Event
Every year, wonderfully brave and generous people take part in our sponsored YMCA Lincolnshire Sleep Easy event, which raises vital funds to support vulnerable people who are experiencing homelessness across Lincolnshire. The next event takes place on Friday 10 March between 7pm and 7am on Saturday 11 March 2023.
We want as many people as possible to have the opportunity to get involved with Sleep Easy 2023 – everyone has the power to make a difference, and every disadvantaged person who we support at the Nomad Centre and in our supported accommodation deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential.
volunteer@lincsymca.co.uk
If you have any questions, please get in touch using the Volunteer email above. Thank you for your support.
YMCA Lincolnshire Youth Service
Individuals/students aged 16 and 17 who want to get involved in the full Sleep Easy event in the grounds of Lincoln Cathedral, please register on Eventbrite or full details on the Please note that 16 and 17-year-olds at the full event must be accompanied by an adult (one per young person).
Oliver Neary
Youth Development Officer
YMCA Lincolnshire
The Showroom, Tritton Road, Lincoln, LN6 7QY
www.lincsymca.co.uk
Oliver Neary
Youth Development Officer
YMCA Lincolnshire
The Showroom, Tritton Road, Lincoln, LN6 7QY
Web: www.lincsymca.co.uk
Facebook: Activity Centre
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07 Feb 2023
Amazing projects available with Nuffield Research - now is the time to look at these programmes, especially if you are interested and haven't started the application process yet.
For any students who have started their application, please ensure you have fully c...
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31 Jan 2023
Don't Miss DHL's Apprenticeship Information Evening
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27 Jan 2023
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25 Jan 2023
Year 10 and 11 students attend an assembly given by The OddBalls Foundation to raise awareness of testicular cancer
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23 Jan 2023
Students attend a play - spoken in French
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20 Jan 2023
Apprenticeship News
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20 Jan 2023
Year 11 Students Go to the Theatre
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19 Jan 2023
Opportunities available for apprenticeships and graduates with national companies
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18 Jan 2023
Taiko Drum Workshop.
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12 Jan 2023
Get Into Apprenticeships Live - Streamed Event - London Design and Engineering UTC
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10 Jan 2023
What happened next .....
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Both @carresgrammar & @KSHSSA have dedicated admissions officers who can help answer any of your qus @AlveySchool about the 11+ We'e always happy to help. Registering for the tests also gives access to a free online platform that helps parents and Yr5 familiarise with 11+ qus. https://t.co/OMsfVmFlu318 hours ago
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30 Aug 2022
We are looking to appoint a Relief Catering Assistant
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30 Aug 2022
We are looking to appoint a Cover Supervisor
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