One final note from Mr Kearns, our Principal. Upon our return on August 29, you will be aware that a new school day will operate that sees all pupils finish school at 3.20pm each day; this allows space for staff to engage with two hours of Career Professional Development per week that will enhance their understanding and delivery of our vision here at the High School. The school library is available after school until 4pm for pupils whose parents have a logistical 'balancing act' in collecting other siblings but we would like all children to be off the site by 4:15pm unless they are participating in sports clubs (as well as revision sessions for older students at particular points in the year). Your cooperation in ensuring that all children are safely collected in a timely manner is very much appreciated.

Here is our final newsletter, have a wonderful break. See you on the 29th August

As we approach exam results days for GCSEs and A Levels in August, you may be thinking about apprenticeships as an option with your child either for now, or for in the future. There are many fantastic apprenticeship opportunities available all year round and there are still lots of vacancies available to apply for. A really great place to start researching apprenticeship opportunities is the government website Find an apprenticeship: www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship Remember to also check out Vacancy Snapshot if you are looking for employer and apprenticeship inspiration: www.amazingapprenticeships.com/vacancies The National Careers Service will also be available to support (see page 11 in the attached parent pack) and have both a telephone helpline and an online chat facility where their expert advisers will be happy to speak to you, or your son or daughter, about their options and give them lots of useful advice and guidance. '

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Pupils met to learn about the Story of Guru Nanak Dev Ji and Wali Khandhari. The story will inspire our students to create a piece of art work to celebrate the 550th birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Ji.

Dear Parents/Students and the extended Nishkam family, an email invitation to join the celebration of the 550th anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji (the first Sikh Guru) has been sent to you today please check your email inbox, best wishes Ms Chatwin

"Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time." THOMAS A EDISON #Virtues #Nishkampassport #Determination https://t.co/AxPbdyjIHc

RT @teacherhead: Curriculum Review at KS3: Some common issues. https://t.co/m6O27psyWU https://t.co/vN3m5iQZKT

"This is the true mark of wisdom: that one remains detached, like the water-lily, or the lotus upon the water." SRI GURU GRANTH SAHIB, PAGE 152 Detachment is experiencing your feelings without allowing your feelings to control you. #Detachment #Virtues #Nishkampassport https://t.co/RkXtmm1fxc

"Imagination is the beginning of creation. You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine, and at last, you create what you will." GEORGE BERNARD SHAW Signs of Success: I use my imagination. I take time for inspiration. #Nishkampassport #Virtues #Creativity https://t.co/exEXmliFPT

RT @Amanda_L_Patten: Exciting to see collaboration with @elamcsorley and @nishkamschools on using Pattern Grammar research to support vocab...

Courtesy is to be polite and to have good manners. It is to be considerate of others. It is a way of speaking and acting with people that gives them a feeling of being valued and respected. I am thankful for the gift of Courtesy. #Courtesy #Virtues #Nishkampassport https://t.co/18Y0GV5jJx