Industrial Strike Action – Academy Closure
The teachers’ union, NEU are taking industrial strike action in England and Wales on: Wednesday 1st February 2023 Wednesday 1st March 2023 Wednesday 15th March 2023 Thursday 16th March 2023 The other main teaching union, NASUWT, has directed its members not to cover lessons of those teachers on strike. Regrettably this means that we are unable to open the Academy as normal.
Catch up Flu Immunisations
KS3 Students who have missed their flu immunisations have the opportunity to catch up on this through the following weekend clinics. Please contact the respective clinic directly with any questions and/or to make an appointment.
Election of Parent Governors
I am pleased to inform you of the result of our recent election for Parent Governors. Elected: Ms Marcia Copeland and Mrs Sally Hall We would like to thank those who put their names forward, and we are sorry that there were insufficient places for all those interested at this time.
Sandwell Attendance Survey
Sandwell Local Authority, the Attendance Support Service, and Public Health are keen to identify ways in which they can support with improving the attendance of all young people to educational settings across Sandwell. Parents/carers can access the survey to share their views here.
Sandwell Wellbeing Charter Mark – Parent/Carer Focus Group
A reminder that we are taking part in the Sandwell Wellbeing Charter Mark audit process to ensure that we are best supporting our students. We want to collect the views of our parents/carers on key areas that have an impact on you and your child’s wellbeing. Your views can help support your child’s mental health and wellbeing and empower you in being an active part of our Academy community! If you’d be happy to engage with the Academy by sharing your views and attending a focus group, then please contact Ms Kudryl here by Friday 13th January 2023.
End of Term Message from Mr Arnull
As we end the term I would like to thank our students and staff for their fantastic commitment, teamwork, and energy. I wish to thank the parents, carers, and members of the community for the outstanding support provided to the Academy.
Sandwell Wellbeing Charter Mark – Parent/Carer Focus Group
We are taking part in the Sandwell Wellbeing Charter Mark audit process to ensure that we are best supporting our students. We want to collect the views of our parents/carers on key areas that have an impact on you and your child’s wellbeing. Your views can help support your child’s mental health and wellbeing and empower you in being an active part of our Academy community! If you’d be happy to engage with the Academy by sharing your views and attending a focus group, then please contact Ms Kudryl here by Tuesday 10th January 2023.
Winter Holiday Activities
There are a wide range of activities happening across Sandwell this festive season, from pantomimes and winter wonderlands, to sports, arts, cooking, and even the opportunity to be part of a rock band! You can see the full range of activities available and sign-up here.
Flu Immunisation (Nasal Spray) for KS3 Students
The NHS are offering the flu immunisation in the form of a nasal spray to all students in Years 7-9, and will be visiting the Academy on Thursday 19th January to administer this. If you have a child in Year 7, 8, or 9, please either provide or decline consent using this form as soon as possible.
Albion Foundation – KS3 120 Club
The Albion Foundation offers a club for students in KS3 (Years 7-9) every Thursday during term-time, 4:30 – 6:30pm in the Media Suite at the Hawthorns Stadium. The youth engagement club aims to support the development of skills such as socialising, leadership, and communication. They also offer academic support with Independent Learning. For more details contact them here.