September 2021 archive

Building Bonds at Derwent Hill

Year 12 went for their traditional ‘Welcome to Sixth Form’ expedition to the Lake District.  Dozens of students ventured to Derwent Hill, for a fully packed-out programme of kayaking on the lake, high rope challenges and gorge walking, as well as games and bonding activities. The students had impeccable conduct, with a great sense of camaraderie already …

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Growing Apples

‘Seven years ago, when we opened the doors of our new sixth form, I gave an assembly about apples. I said grades were like apples – good, but they don’t last. What lasts is the tree. I said think of yourself like the tree. Look after yourself, look after your learning and your attitude, and …

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Alumni Ambassadors

Well done to Leona Barker & Annabel Rooks, Sandhill View alumni who have gone on to a very successful start at our associated Sixth Form at Southmoor. Leona and Annabel have been fantastic ambassadors for the sixth form, speaking to Year 11 about their experiences in Year 12 so far and how much they are enjoying the big …

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Macmillan Coffee Morning

The bake-off came to Southmoor with sixth form students hosting a Macmillan Coffee Morning, joining thousands of other businesses and organisations across the UK in offering up a mouth-watering selection of sweet treats in aid of this fantastic cancer support charity. Well done!

Student Council Convene

Our student council held their first meeting of the year with representatives from every year group (excluding Year 7 and 12 who will have their own representatives elected soon) and lead by our head students in Year 13. This was a chance for them to discuss issues important to our pupils with our school leaders, including our new Headteacher, …

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Achieving Sixth Formers

Congratulations to Year 13 drama students who won the music & performing arts award as part of the Sunderland Young Achievers Award for their performance showcasing the issues of gender based violence in the community. The students conducted themselves with maturity and skill, both presenting an entertaining performance and addressing poignant issues for adults and …

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