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School news |
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Headteacher's November newsletter has now been distributed to all parents |
Record £495 raised from Bag2School Angie is new Chair of Governors
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Angie Archbold, member of one of Bishop Monkton's oldest and best-known families, has become Chair of Governors at Bishop Monkton School.
She takes over from Peter Craddock, who has stepped down after a period of distinguished service in the same role.
Angie has lived most of her life in Bishop Monkton, and has always played a very active part in many diverse village activities.
She is married to John, and they have two daughters, Emma and Rebecca, the latest of four generations of the family to attend Bishop Monkton School.
Commenting on her new appointment, Angie says: 'I am both delighted and very proud to be the Chair of Governors. Ours is a friendly and a hard working school with aims to provide children with the opportunities they need during all stages of their development, not only in learning but also as people'.
In another change, Emma Oates has taken over from Alison Holley as a Governor. Alison has been thanked for her valuable contribution to the school. Michelle Way has become Vice Chair. |
ANGIE relaxing in her garden. |
Quackers off to a cracking start
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The Quackers Before and After School Club has opened its door to children at the school. Fifteen chiuldren have enrolled and are enjoying the new experience. Through the new scheme, the Goivernods aim tp provide on site quaslity child care, fun and games from 7 45am and after school until 5 45pm. Healthy brekfasts and snacks are provided in a fun, friendly atmosphere. Parent packs and further information can be obtained from the school reception. ‘This is a very exciting development for our school. It will enhance the school and children’s learning,’ said Lucy Cottrell, Governor and Chair of the Extended Schools Committee. The group, run by Katey Smithson, offers a wonderfully varied programme of activities. The current list includes making a skeleton, making a mould or print of your hand or foot, den making, Nintendo Wii play and various activities linked to Halloween. MAKING POPCORN: A popular activitity prior to watching a video.
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WATCHING A VIDEO: Just one of many varied activities. Leading the group is Katey Smithson. |
Colour newsletter just published
The latest issue of Bishop Monkton School Times, the colour newsletter of the School, is now out. As usual, copies have been distributed to every household in the village.
The new issue contains details of the Headteacher succession plans, the school being awarded an Active Mark, details of various school outings, details of various fund-raising efforts, examples of pupils' artwork recently displayed at the Hield Galllery and a report of a fond farewell to Margaret Lodge.
The publication is edited by Richard Field, a school Governor.
Christmas cheese and wine evening
A Christmas wine and cheese evening will be held at Emma Oates's house, The Old Cow Shed, on Friday, December 19, starting at 7.30pm. Tickets will be £7.50 and numbers are limited to 60.
The event is being organised by Friends of School.