Redwood School

Redwood School

Building Proposals update

Thank you to those parents and carers who attended the second consultation meeting with the Local Authority and myself on Wednesday to provide an update on the developments in the various projects.

The issues raised were extremely useful and will support the planning process for the temporary demountable classroom, the extension to the current building and the plans for the Redwood Education and Enterprise Centre (REEC) all which will start in September 2015.

A further meeting will be held before the end of term for parents and carers of those students who will be located at the REEC to discuss all aspects of the programme including transport, facilities, programmes and staffing to support the students. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any issues on these proposals.

RED-AID

What a great whole school creative arts day this week with students using textiles, making bracelets, pottery, card making, cooking, creating ipad & iphone covers to sell at the RedAid Day on 3 July. Also the AGM for RED-AID is to take place on Wednesday 1st July at 3.30pm and all are welcome to attend.

Transition and Health and Well Being activities

Year 6 students took part in the Sports Transition programme for September. Key Stage 4 students have also had the pleasure of doing some cross curricular work with Claire Cashmore, who described her journey to become a top athlete. This is part of the Sky Sports Athletes into schools programmes and what a fantastic opportunity for students and staff alike!

Post 16 Residential

A group of Post 16 students and staff will take part in a residential to Rhodes. I know everybody will have a fantastic time and what a wonderful opportunity for the students to sample life in a different culture! Enjoy and I wish I was coming with you!

Health and Well Being Awards evening

Please remember that this special evening will take place on Thursday 9 July at 7pm at the Gracie Fields Theatre and will be an opportunity to share the successes of the whole school in a variety of awards, sports related and achievements of the entire school population.

KS3

Steven from Hamer Boxing Club in Rochdale works in partnership with RMBC, Link 4 Life, Rochdale Connections Trust, Early Break and NHS has been attending Redwood on Thursday afternoons to teach a group of students the art of Boxing. Steven is a specialist boxing tutor registered by the ABA to run non-contact boxing. Students listened well to instructions and have behaved remarkably; Steven has taught them that boxing is a sport and should not be used for “fighting outside of a ring”. Self –discipline, awareness and control is one of the key element s in boxing. Some of the focuses that boxing delivers is for behaviour/anger management, low self-esteem, motivational techniques, team working, weight control and general fitness.

Lilac room went to Tandle Hill Park and had a brilliant time. All the staff were tired from running up and down the hill from the slide. Nazmeen did fantastic going down the huge slide and climbing.

The under 16’s cricket team won GOLD in the tournament at Middleton CC pupils included Shane, Chloe, Abdullah and Ubaid.

Robert from Year 9 has started a transition programme with Miss Doggett in Key Stage 4; he has been busy on Thursday morning’s with the Cook & Eat project that Key Stage 4 are involved in every Thursday. Robert received a certificate for his first attendance due to his sensible approach to cooking and for the delicious outcome!!

KS4

‘Cook and Eat’ have been doing their bit for RED-AID by making their famous cheese and onion pies. They made 18 altogether which all sold straight away and raised £12!
We were lucky enough to have a new team member, Robert, who joined us from KS3. He is a very promising chef!

Students spent the day creating gifts and food to sell on our Fun Day on 3rd July 10.00am-2.00pm. We are all very excited and looking forward to selling our wares. So far we have baked cakes, made hama bead bookmarks, plant pot covers, jam and chutneys, ceramic ornaments and phone covers. There's more to come, so come along on the day!

At MANTRA Training Centre the Bridging Year have been looking at how to maintain a car.

KS5

Sajid, Mark, Aaron, Aysha, Tanzila, Brandon, Habib, Sheraz, Kyle and Joshua went to Blackburn Rugby club for The Wooden Spoons tournament with school’s from all over the area. They played 5 matches. In the end they came 4th. All the students were excellently behaved and fun was had by all.

On Thursday a group of students went to Middleton Cricket club and played 3 games lasting 45 minutes each. There was a lack of teams so 6th form ended up playing KS4’s team! This time the weather wasn’t so good but everyone still enjoyed an ice lolly!
Well done Raymond Mitchell Nasima Patrick Komel Maryam Maithe Ian and Asad.

Student of the week: Congratulations to Katie who has been more co-operative in lessons and independently explored equipment in sensory sports.

Most Improved Student: Well done to Ryan who has been a superstar in wheelchair dancing. He’s been smiling and making independent choices.

Kayleigh Birch has completed training on the Independent Travel Programme to Redwood School. Well done Kayleigh.