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The Update
The Axe Valley Community College Newsletter: Friday 24th April 2015 - Issue 12
Sixth form award winners at their Celebration Assembly
Sir Clive Woodward, who lead the English Rugby
team to win the World Cup in 2003, famously
said: “Winning the Rugby world cup was not about
doing one thing 100% better, but about doing 100
things 1% better”. The same principle applies to all
our students, whether they are approaching their
final exams or an assessment in Year 7. The
question I would encourage is: what small things
can I improve each week? It might be in Geography
I will learn three case studies, in French I will master
the past tense, in Science I will practice three 6mark questions. Focusing on the smaller parts that
add up to bigger successes is a positive way to
approach improvement.
Head teacher’s message
The recent Celebration Assemblies were a pleasure
to be a part of. It was inspiring to see so many
students' achievements celebrated across the year
groups. Congratulations to everyone who received
an award or had an achievement acknowledged.
One story that I think is particularly praiseworthy is
Mat Mortimer's success in being selected to go to
Yale University in the USA where he will have the
chance to compete for a place at one of America's
most prestigious universities.
It is crunch-time for students in Years 11, 12 and 13
as exams are rapidly approaching. As a college, we
believe that we have a duty to give students the
very best chance to succeed. Each year we look to
build on previous years' successes and develop new
and innovative ways to give students an additional
advantage. This year, for instance, we have built in
extra mock exams, intensive revision days and
extra classes of English and Maths for students who
are not there yet. We have invested in GCSEPod, a
high quality revision tool whereby students can
download pod casts of thousands of topics they
might need to revise. Throughout, we aim to
provide parents with as much information as we
can so you can play an active role in supporting
your son / daughter.
Martin Smith - Head teacher
Diary Dates:
29th April - Year 10 Parent’s evening
12th May - Year 8 Parent’s evening
22nd May - Chamber Music Recital
22nd May - 1st June - Half Term
10th June - PSHE Day
25th June - Summer Concert
8th-11th July - Bugsy Malone
16th July - Caribbean Evening
21st & 22nd July - Activity Days
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Celebration Assemblies
Year 7
Year 8
I have been extremely impressed with the progress
and achievements of my year group in the Spring
term and it was an absolute delight to present so
many certificates, prizes and rewards in our end of
term celebration assembly.
The Year 8 celebration assembly was a great success.
Thank you to Mr Jevons and the Year 8 Steel Band
for providing such great music for the event.
Congratulations to Jack Speers who won the Head of
Year award and to Rebecca Smart for winning the
Deputy Head award. Both students have worked
hard to stay on or above target and work
consistently hard across the curriculum.
Congratulations to Ben Churchill who won the Head
of Year award and to Jess Holmes for winning the
Deputy Head award. Simon Herbert and Jess Holmes
won the highest point score achievement awards.
Congratulations to our tutor group winners too:
Louise Tyne (7RS), Casey Phillips (7DW), Robin Ellis
(7CM), Alex Ball (7NC) and Kimberley Wood (7MBR).
Congratulations to our tutor group winners too :
Jemma Hoare (8TM), Georgia Windsor (8NFL), Enjiely
Durias (8MG, Bradley Croton (8NB) and Josh Targett
(8SMP).
We almost met our target of having an award for
every student in the year group and we are aiming
for this by our next celebration assembly at the end
of this year.
There was also a pleasing amount of students who
could be rewarded for 100% attendance - well done
to them for their resilience and commitment to
school.
It should be a good Summer term and we are all
looking forward to the upcoming Outdoor pursuits
residential in May.
Mr T Davies - Head of Year 7
Miss E Sloman - Head of Year 8
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Celebration Assemblies
Year 9
prizes went to Barnaby Dare, Sam Herridge, Isla
Featherstone, Kayley Langworthy and Anne
Cruzado.
Year 9 Celebration assembly opened with a
speech about the danger of comparing yourself
to others and how it is far more beneficial to
work on producing the best version of you.
Chloe and Lucy opened the assembly singing
‘Hold back the River’ by James Bey, this is the
second time in a row that Chloe has performed
but a debut for Lucy.
The Assistant Head Teacher award went to
Stuart Johnson for accruing a phenomenal
amount of points and I awarded my Head of
Year award to Megan Searle who works
diligently and manages school and extracurricular activities without a fuss.
The tutors each chose a tutee that they felt had
stood out this year, the winners were Aiden
Herbert, Jay Catley, Martine Tucker Vincent,
Alistair Herbert and Megan Searle. It is with
real regret that we said goodbye to one of our
tutor team Miss Fell, I know that her tutor
group will miss her after Easter.
The assembly was completed by a beautiful
rendition of Taylor Swift’s Blank Space
performed by Brooke Williams and Nicole
Barker.
Miss K Mandy - Head of Year 9
Maths and English intervention prizes were
won by Brandon Marsh, Cammy Sinclair, Josh
D’Albertanson, Clare Daubney, Katlin Vaughan
and Amy Rosling were thoroughly deserved.
When I read out all of the mentions from the
staff listing stars of their subjects it was great
to see the majority of the year group standing,
now it is down to the remaining students to
step up and join the rest of their year group.
The prize for having the most Vivos went to
Katie Richards and Jed Holmes who manage to
juggle their school work with busy schedules
and extracurricular activities and do it with a
good attitude. Homework prizes went to Erin
Moles (who seems to have a long standing
record) and Anne Cruzado. The remaining raffle
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Celebration Assemblies
Year 10
Year 11
The year 10's celebrated an outstanding set of
achievements during the spring term. The
praise that they received from their subject
teachers were just rewards for all the hard
work that they have been putting in.
Celebration assembly was once again a great
way to award high achieving and hardworking
students. The event was also used to give out
Mock Result Grades to all Year 11 students
whose exams have now started.
Awards were presented to Connor Ingarfield,
Danni Somerville, Alex Wadey and Vicky
Lamprill for progress and achievement. The
Head of Year Award was given to Georgina
Aswell for her contribution to hard work and
Mrs Jenkins presented her Assistant Head
Award to Annabelle Tessier-Dalwood.
The following prizes were awarded:
Congratulations to our tutor group winners
too: Billy Long (10IL), Danny Sommerville
(10SD), Cameron Chapman (10MF), Lewis
Franklin (10EB) and Sam Slade (10ESM).
Over 40 students were awarded 100%
attendance certificates and Achievement
Awards were given to Beth Hill, Jack Pulman,
Alice Cann, Annie Harris and Chloe Ogden.
Well done Year 10s keep up the hard work.
Many thanks to all that took part.
Assistant Head Teacher Award – Goncalo Silva
Year Leader Award – Chris Pritchard
Tutor Awards – SMC – Niamh Guppy, NG –
Haydn Hancock, STP – Ryan Loveridge, - SS –
Bethany Hill and LM – Pete Smith
Mr J Scott - Head of Year 10
Mr G Horn - Head of Year 11
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Student Update
Unlike the exams that students complete in school,
Poppy didn’t have to do any tidying up as she went
along. Sincere thanks to Poppy’s Mum and Danni
for helping us to clear the kitchen while the judging
was taking place!
Women in Construction
On Thursday 16th April three Year 9 girls took part in
the Exeter College Women in Construction Event
held at the Exeter College’s Construction Training
Centre at Sowton, Exeter.
It was a unique event, aimed at introducing girls to
the employment opportunities within the
construction industry and highlighting some of the
careers that they can aim for in the sector such as
architecture, civil engineering, quantity surveying,
plumbing, carpentry, electrical installation and
many more.
THE GREAT SCHOOL COOK OFF COMPETITION 2015
Before Easter Poppy Burrough in year 10
represented TAVCC at the Great School Cook Off
competition. Organised by Exeter College and
sponsored by Stage Coach, Poppy had to produce a
two course meal for two people in 1 hour 15
minutes.
The day consisted of a mixture of presentations by
industry professionals from the NPS Group, who are
an Award winning property design and
management company with a regional office based
in Exeter, and a series of practical workshops. The
girls, Victoria Storey, Amelia Speers and Courtney
Hartnell, had a really enjoyable and inspiring day.
Seven other Devon schools attended and the
competition was fierce with some outstanding
results! Poppy received a certificate, county bus
pass and a cash prize for her efforts.
The final is at the Exeter Festival of Food and Drink
this Friday, where the two finalists will cook in front
of a live audience. Regardless of not getting
through, Poppy really did represent TAVCC
exceptionally well and despite her obvious nerves
remained calm under pressure producing an
amazing meal. The feedback she got from the
Exeter College lecturers was very positive and
complimentary.
THE MENU:
Jerk chicken with
Rice and Beans,
glazed corn, salad
and a yogurt dip.
Lemon meringue
with a crunchy
biscuit base.
Using glazes, rag-rolling
and sponging to create
different paint effects.
Poppy said, “It was hard work choosing
a recipe that looked and tasted
amazing and I had to do a lot of
practicing at home. On the day I was
terrified, only the lecturers and
students were allowed in the kitchen
and so it really did feel like a
competition!”
Using carpentry skills to
create a picture frame.
Perfecting their
trowel techniques to
build a brick wall.
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Lymphoma Fundraiser
Many thanks for all students and parents for
being so generous in helping to raise money
for the Lymphoma Charity in support of
Amber. We had a fantastic response to the
balloon race and managed to sell over 350
balloons. Many thanks to Mia Hales, Abbi
Hodder, Poppy Tooze and Louise Tyne who
blew up the balloons during the morning. The
balloons thankfully took to the sky after being
released by Amber and began their journey
across the channel to France. 5 tickets were
returned from France. The furthest being sent
back from La Chappelle-Naude which is 669
miles away!
A special thanks also must go to the Year 11
students that helped organise the day and
also the Year 11 students that did a sponsored
walk during their holiday from Seaton to
Lyme. The funds will be going to an excellent
charity and all your support is much
appreciated. We are still waiting for some
money to come in before releasing a final
total but at present we have raised well over
£500.
Mr G Horn - Head of Year 11
This balloon belonged to Jake Richardson from
Seaton. He will be sent his prize of £25.
Alongside the balloon launch, we had boys
being waxed and girls being soaked by buckets
of water. There were lots of cakes donated
also and sold at lunchtime.
The day was one I was pleased to get out of
the way due to being sponsored by parents to
come dressed as a lady. I thought I looked OK
but many students disagreed!
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Sixth Form
enter to Comic Con we were greeted by a
Platoon of Storm troopers and many other
classic characters. As we entered the hall Tom
Broderick especially excited to see the vast
quantities of memorabilia on display.
Sixth Form Celebration Assemblies
Pictured above are Year 13 Award holders,
nominated by their subject teachers or tutors
for good work, progress or commitment.
From there onwards everybody
got involved in the hyped
atmosphere, some posed for
photos or had their photo
taken with cast members from
the walking dead whilst others
searched for lost memorabilia
from the past.
Sutton Trust Success
Huge congratulations to Mat Mortimer who has
been successful with the Sutton Trust
Programme – following his recent attendance at
LSE he has been selected to go to Yale University
in USA for a week.
Overall it was a fantastic day
and everybody had a great
time; some people were hard
to find at the end of the day
especially Wally and Wanda. In
the end there just was not
enough hours in the day to do everything that
we wanted to do and the trip will definitely have
to run again next year.
Ben Wickenen - Year 12
Comic Con There and Back again
It was an early start at 4:45am on a cold
Saturday morning, when we all gathered at the
school car park dressed most unusually, We had
Storm troopers, a Joker, Assassins, Wizards and
a couple of Wallies and many more in our
company.
When we arrived at the NEC and queued to
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College Notices
Attendance
gardening tokens - reflecting one of her other
many interests.
Congratulations to all the student’s that
achieved 100% attendance over the last half
term. Check the notice boards to see if your
name is on there.
Active Kids—Sainsbury’s tokens
Please remember to collect your Active Kids
vouchers if your are shopping in Sainsbury's.
We have until Friday 8th May to collect as
many vouchers as possible. It is a wonderful
opportunity to get new equipment for the
college, so please ask your neighbours and
friends too!
Mr Otty’s Tutor Group (9AO) had the most
students with 100% attendance – 18. A little
reward is on its way.
Mrs S Steggall - Attendance
Governor News
Vouchers are being collected on reception
where there is an Active kids box.
At the meeting of the Governing Body at the
end of last term, governors said a fond farewell
to Mrs Carol Simpson, who has been a
governor at the College since 2002. During her
time as governor Mrs Simpson has made a
significant contribution to the college and the
work of governors. Amongst other things she
has served as Vice Chair, Chair of the
Curriculum, Learning and Teaching Committee,
and the Safeguarding representative. Her
expertise and enthusiasm will be much missed.
Many thanks.
As a small token of appreciation, Mrs Simpson
was presented with some flowers and some
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Frog Learning Platform
You can easily login through FROG, links can be
found on the website (use your network login
username and password).
Podcasts can be watched online or downloaded
to be watched later either on your computer,
tablet or smartphone.
Podcasts are short (2-5 minute) bitesize and
have been written by experienced teachers and
examiners.
GCSEPod has landed
It works on all computers, common tablets and
smartphones.
Do you want to improve your grades and/our
give your revision a boost? GCSEPod could help
you with this.
Students that have already used this in other
schools have gone on to secure good GCSE results.
To aid you with your studies and revision programme GCSEpod has over 3,500 2-5 minute
podcasts on topics matched to the examination
syllabus for you GCSE subjects.
Mr K Cumming– Assistant Head
eSafety Advice
Internet use too.
Trolling
Be aware that trolling can also take place when
using smartphones, laptops and tablets. Show
your child how to set security and privacy
settings
BE AWARE OF TROLLING:
There’s been a huge amount of media attention
over recent months in the UK and further afield
of online troll attacks on celebrities and
sportsmen and women – such as Noel Edmunds
and Tom Daly.
If you are unsure about your child’s use of a
social networking site, then join it yourself first
and explore the functions.
Older male teenagers are the most likely to be
affected by trolling, according to research but
younger school children can be equally
vulnerable.
Set computer guidelines in the household by
establishing some ground rules and agree to
beat the trolls. There is safety in numbers so get
everyone involved.
Trolling can affect your child’s mental and
physical health, so it’s important to understand
how a troll operates and what you can do to
beat them.
Relocate all computers into the family living area
– that way you can carefully monitor any
unusual activity.
Talk to other parents about trolling and share
tips and advice together.
HOW TO PREVENT TROLLING:
Increase
your
child’s
online
confidence by showing them the
advantages of using the Internet and
social networking sites. Be frank and
open about the negative side of
(Source: www.knowthenet.org.uk )
Additional eSafety guidance can be found on the
weblinks listed on:
http://axevalley.devon.sch.uk/parent/esafety/
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Activity Days
We all look forward to Activity Days at the end of term.
Activity Days are designed to provide all students with
exciting opportunities to try something new and have lots of
fun. It is a great way to celebrate the end of the school year.
Activity Days are also about having experiences with
students from other year groups and spending time with
staff members that you may not have worked with before.
There is a fantastic range of activities on offer this year,
covering cultural, sporting, creative and scientific events. We
hope there is something here for everyone’s taste. We have
also included activities to suit different budgets and in every
case we have worked hard to provide the best value deal we
can.
Choosing an activity: Activity days booklets will be sent to
students next week and unlike previous years, this year
students will need to arrange their online payment for their
choice of activity to secure a place.
Online payments will open on:
4th May 2015 for Years 7 and 8
7th May 2015 for Years 9 and 10
Free activities will also be booked via the same online
method to secure a place by giving consent and not a
payment.
Any parents that do not have online access must have
registered with Mrs Lowe in the finance office. Cash or
cheque payments will NOT be accepted, except by prior
arrangement.
Restrictions: We reserve the right to withdraw a student if
we judge that they have demonstrated poor behaviour this
year and represent a risk to the safety and wellbeing of
other students. This applies particularly in the case of
activities involving an overnight stay.
On-site Activities will include: Art in the Open, 3D Computer
Modelling, Creative Writing and Drama, Soccer School,
Science Special, Fun Fashion, Rock School and BBQ Cookery
outdoors.
Off-site there will be something for everyone including:
Jurassic Walks, Axe Estuary Wetlands, Skatepark in
Weymouth, Beauty & Pampering, Crealy & Laser tag,
Camping at Trill Farm, Symondsbury Estate Bike Trail,
Splashdown, Bowling & Dry Skiing, Segway Safari and
Archery at Escot, Horse Riding Adventure and Quadbikes
and Paintball at Escot
Further afield we have some exciting trips planned including
Surf's Up in Cornwall, a London visit with a day out at Thorpe
Park, surfing and mountain biking at Bude Outdoor
Adventure Centre and the Ardeche trip to France.
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TAVCC PTFA Update
PTFA Jumble Sale and Book Sale
After being cancelled in March through lack of
jumble, this certainly wasn’t a problem this
time! There was so much stuff—thank you to
everyone who generously donated an
incredible amount of jumble.
The Grizzly Presentation Evening
Back in March members of the PTFA and
students and teachers of the Music Hive
collected litter at the Grizzly race in Seaton.
Organised by the Axe Valley Runners, the
Grizzly was attended by nearly 2,000 runners
and raised fantastic £32,000 which it donated
to the many local charitable organisations that
participated in the event.
The sale raised just over £530 and 50% of this
amount will be donated to Year 9’s chosen
charity which is The Project that cares for the
mental health issues of local young people. The
other 50% will be used to support clubs and
activities at the college.
PTFA chair Celia Diepenbroek and Kate
Pemberton attended the Presentation Evening
to receive a cheque for £500 plus an additional
£100 from one of the landowners across whose
land the course is run.
Volunteers for forthcoming events
The Music Hive and Drama Department will be
putting on various events this term that will be
supported by the PTFA with refreshments and
raffles. If you would like to help the PTFA at
one or a few of these events please let us know
by emailing Kate at:
[email protected]
Donations for Clubs and Activities
The PTFA subsidises, wholly or partly, all the
clubs at TAVCC so that every student can
participate in these enriching activities. To
contribute towards these costs we would like
to ask parents to make a donation via our local
giving donation page. Even a small donation
will make a difference, please donate via:
The Book Sale held on the same day also had a
huge amount of stock much of which came
from the school library and raised £60.
www.localgiving.com/charity/tavccptfa
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ASPIRE Update
Education) and an Arabic-themed
exhibition in the Forum Street.
Current students studying Arabic
were able to discuss their courses
and
year
abroad
travel
experiences throughout the day
with the students.
This project was supported by
Fatima Rawan (IAIS Lecturer),
Giorgia Ferrari (IAIS, PhD TAFL
student), SSIS Outreach staff and
Arabic-speaking undergraduate
students, who supported the
weekly sessions with us in school.
“The best part of the course was
learning about the wonderful
language and culture of the Arabic people”
Alexandra Wilson-Newman
8MG
Languages in action - Arabic Celebration Event
The Institute of Arab & Islamic Studies recently
marked its ‘Languages in Action’ collaboration
with the Axe Valley Community College ASPIRE
team with a celebration event that took place
on Thursday 26th March.
“I loved the language Arabic and the people
were so friendly, I also loved trying the Arabic
food which was delicious. My favourite part of
the course was playing bingo after we had
learnt the Arabic numbers”
Isabelle Coman – 7DW
High-achieving ASPIRE students in years 7, 8
and 9 have been studying basic classes in
‘Mastering Arabic’ over a 10-week period as an
after-school language option. These sessions
culminated in a special celebratory event at
Exeter University on the Streatham campus,
based in the Forum and IAIS building.
THG Music
ASPIRE Music students were welcomed to
Thelma Hulbert Gallery this week. They joined
artist Michael Fairfax to create sound
instruments from cherry wood. They created
ear harps in the natural form of the wood,
whittling the branches to create their
instrument which they
then played and heard
by putting them to
their ears.
The Celebratory event involved a final
interactive classroom session, a tour of the
campus, an Arabic lunch provided by local
restaurant Mashawi, a certificate presentation
by Elaine Davies (Assistant College Manager
You can see from the
student’s comments
that the day was
enjoyed by all.
“It was a really fun
workshop! I enjoyed
every minute”
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“It made me think about the tone of the notes and
how the wood changed the sound as I put it to my
ear.”
Reminders:
“Michael ran a great workshop which helped me to
explore music in a new and unusual way.”
The next ASPIRE 1-1 coaching event will be held in
the Sixth Form Centre on Monday 27th April from
4pm to 6pm. Please remember to see me if you
haven’t booked your appointment with your coach.
ASPIRE 1-1 Coaching
The sound instruments together with sound
recordings, videos and paper lines will be included
in Part 2 of this exhibition (23 May – 20 June) when
the students can see their own works exhibited
alongside those of the artists and other community
groups and visitors.
Year 11 – Tutoring Exeter University
Last Q and A session with Year 11 students in room
R1 at 3.30pm – 4.30pm on Wednesday 29th April.
Year 10 – Tutoring Exeter University
EMS
First date for the Year 10 tutoring scheme with
Exeter University will take place in room R1 on
Tuesday 28th April at 3.30pm – 4.30pm
ASPIRE maths students in years
8 and 10 attended a day of
workshops each on Wednesday
15th and Saturday 18th April.
The day looked at the maths
behind magic tricks and
students had the chance to
work alongside Ben Sparks
from Bath University as they
tackled the algebra used within
each problem.
Students
enjoyed the day and came
home to perform the tricks on
their family and friends.
Year 7 wood turning event
Year 7 Art ASPIRE students have been invited to
attend an event with Axminster Tools and
Machinery on Tuesday 28th April from 4pm to 6pm
at their training centre on Millway Rise. Please
remember to return completed SOE3 forms to
reception for my attention.
Mrs Slade - ASPIRE Co-ordinator
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REACH Update
REACH Tours and Talks - The Deer Park Hotel
Josh “The whole experience was amazing”
Ryan “Fantastic friendly staff, great atmosphere,
good environment and good pizza”
Elana “I loved the pizza and the man was very
bubbly and I liked the dog Sparky and the other
man who was the manager was lovely too!”
Zach “I thought the tour was super and I really
want to be a chef.”
At the end of term REACH students were treated to
a tour of the Deer Park Hotel and a careers talk
with Managing Director, Mark Godfrey and Hotel
Manager, John Jones. After seing the communal
rooms, restaurant and kitchen the students were
shown the new bridal suite under construction in a
tree-house in the grounds, as well as the stunning
gardens, kitchen garden and outdoor kitchen
loggia.
Thank you to all at Deer Park for making us feel so
welcome and inspiring our students.
Mark and John told us all about their experiences
in the hotel business whilst making the most
delicious pizzas for us all in the wood fired oven.
Trill Farm
The first REACH tour of the Summer term turned
out to be a spectacular summer’s day. Owner and
Entrepreneur Romy Fraser talked to the students
about her vision for the farm as an organic cooperative bringing together a collection of small
farming and related businesses that can work
Their incredible energy and enthusiasm for the
future of the hotel was extremely infectious and
inspiring. As you can see from their comments the
students had a fantastic time.
Jenny “I came on the trip because I want to work
with food when I’m older and I’m doing food as a
GCSE which I’m really looking forward to. So it was
great to see the kitchen and to have the amazing
pizzas. Thanks”
William “It was so much fun, I want to work there!”
Ella “It was amazing! The pizza was great and the
man was so lovely. I want to go back again soon.
Helga “It was fun, you could smell the fresh air, you
could feed the chickens, everyone could eat pizza
and see how it was cooked as well. Everyone should
go there.”
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together and benefit from each other's
experience and shared business costs and
issues as well as work independently in their
specialisation.
Ian Hunt—Law
The students immediately warmed to Ian
whose enthusiasm for law was so infectious. He
asked them why they were interested in law as
a career. Kelly wants “to make things better in
the world”, Ellie likes History and English and
thinks it would be a great challenge for her and
Kieran likes arguing! All great reasons.
After hearing a little about Romy’s career
journey starting with her fantastically
successful Neal’s Yard Remedies that produces
natural and organic soaps, cosmetics, perfumes
and health products, that led to her buying the
farm, we were then given a tour of a variety of
different businesses operating at the farm.
Ian stressed that to make good lawyers there
are some skills that the students should start
developing such as touch typing, speed
reading, multi-tasking (reading and listening at
the same time), reading upside down, public
speaking, reasoning (thinking on your feet) and
empathy. Few of these important skills are
reflected in GCSE grades yet will help a student
to become a successful lawyer.
Chris Onions - Resident Chef who treated us to
some of his Birch leaf and sap cordial refreshing and delicious!
Jake Hancock - Livestock farmer introduced us
to some of his animals, the cows bred for their
beef, sheep for meat as well as for their fleece
and Romeo the horse.
Ian also explained the various pathways for
achieving a career in law. In addition to the
traditional University method there is also the
option to become a legal apprentice after
GCSEs or after A-levels or alternatively there is
the route of the legal executive where you can
“earn as you learn”. If anyone would like more
information please ask Mr Holland for the
booklets.
Ash Wheeler - Grower, manages a series of
poly tunnels and vegetable beds growing
predominantly salads and herbs for the on site
kitchen as well as for many local restaurants
and hotels.
Gail McGarva - Traditional boat builder. Gail
has brought her beautiful boat, a 38ft Bantry
Bay gig, to one of the barns at Trill Farm which
she is using as her workshop to lovingly restore
this very special vessel.
A big thank you to Ian for coming to talk to us
and sharing his practical advice.
Everyone at Trill Farm is so passionate about
what they do. The students were infected with
their enthusiasm and impressed by the variety
and complexity of their careers.
Amanda Taylor—Mental Heath care
Mrs Taylor's presentation was full of really
interesting details about the pathways into Mental
Health as well as the many different careers that
branched of it. We demonstrated the entanglement
of support systems by using a ball of wool-a physical
way of showing how support networks function ( in
a fun way. )
Thank you so much to everyone at Trill Farm
for giving us this opportunity to see and
explore the realities of organic farming and
rural businesses.
We had our eyes opened to the challenges of
working in the NHS whilst being told of anecdotes of
amazing job satisfaction. I would highly recommend
A special thank you also to Jolyon Chesworth
who organised the tour and looked after our
group so well.
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people to watch out for her next talk as Mrs Taylor
delivers a really engaging presentation, I will
definitely be going to her next one!
Wed 6th May - 3.30pm Conference room
Maggi Green - Image and Presentation
workshop
Thank you so much for coming to college to talk to
us we really appreciate your time.
REACH specialist workshops
On Tuesday 14th April Year 9 REACH students
had a study skills workshop on the topic of
“Memory and Mnemonics”. At the end of the
session the students gave excellent feedback
with the most useful points being, the use of
flashcards, the creation of a mental journey to
remember difficult lists such as the periodic
table and to avoid multi-tasking when trying to
study.
Wednesday 13th May—3.30pm
Visit to Axminster Tools and Machinery and
careers talk with Jane Boulton and Hayley
Styles.
Friday 15th May - 1.30pm
REACH Year 9 & 10 visit to Trill Farm
Year 10 and 11 students had the “Ace your
Exams” workshop, focussed on revision tips
and preparing for exams. It may seem obvious
but the way to plan revision effectively was one
of the issues the students found most useful, as
well as using mind maps for recording
information. The presenter stressed how
important it is to use practise papers, get them
marked and to learn from mistakes.
Notes from these two workshops will be sent
to students as a reminder of the most
important points.
Forthcoming events:
Mrs K Pemberton - REACH Co-ordinator
Wednesday 29th April - 1.30pm in T2 - Please
note the changed time!
Suzanne Ley—Springboard and Amy Ward from
Jamie’s Italian
Careers talk and Food demonstration
Fun Competition—Results!!
Kieran Butcher 7DW was the only person to
answer correctly—well done!
Jack Cambridge 7RS was the next closest
so he wins the 2nd bar.
Please collect your prizes in Reception.
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Sports Update
Devon U12 Girls Football Finals
was no lack of effort and hard work on the
pitch and two games were lost 1-0 within the
last minute of the match, with another 2 being
drawn 1-1. The girls were by no means out
classed.
On Wednesday 18th March the Year 7 girls
football team (Casey Phillips, Kimberley
Wood, Ellie King, Devon Ellis, Caitlin Minshull,
Isobel Coman, Molly Clinch and Min
Dack (GK)) attended the Devon U12 Football
finals (having qualified as East Devon
Champions in January)
It was a pleasure to accompany the girls and
see them enjoy their games under the skilful
eyes of their 6th form coaches Emma,
Annabelle and Rosie.
It was a beautiful spring day with plenty of
sunshine to keep us all happy!
Training will continue on Monday lunch times
during the summer term.
There were seven teams in total from across
Devon taking part in the finals (all winners in
their own right from their own area
tournaments).
Due to the absence of star striker Poppy Hill
two late comers were drafted in (Amy Hoare
and Jessie Holmes) to help strengthen the
side. As games were played for 12 minutes
one way and unfortunately The Axe Valley
girls ended up playing 'uphill' for 4 of their 6
games the extra players were put to good use
to help save tired legs!
Although the girls didn't win their games there
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PE DEPARTMENT
FIXTURES
SUMMER 2015
Competitions will only be upheld if enough students commit
regularly to training at lunch/after school
Date
Students
Activity
DETAILS
WEDS 6TH
MAY 2015
Yrs 8-11
GIRLS & BOYS
Selected on potential
represent East Devon
Yr 10 GIRLS
ROUNDERS SQUAD
EAST DEVON
ATHLETICS TRIALS
THURS 14th
MAY 2015
Yr 8/9
GIRLS & BOYS
TEAM ATHLETICS
EAST DEVON SUPER 8’S
ATHLETICS
School Games Qualifier
TUES 19th
MAY 2015
Yr7
GIRLS & BOYS
TEAM ATHLETICS
EAST DEVON SUPER 8’S
ATHLETICS
WEDS 20th
MAY 2015
Yr8 GIRLS
ROUNDERS SQUAD
THURS 21ST
MAY 2015
SELECTED ATHLETES
FROM MAY 6th
ROUNDERS
MATCH vs
HONITON & CULLOMPTON
EAST DEVON VS EXETER
ATHLETICS
(Trials for Devon squad)
Depart 9.15am
Venue: Exeter Arena
Finish: 3.30approx
Return: 4.30approx
Depart 1.15pm
Venue: Uffculme
Finish: 4.30approx
Return: 5.30approx
Depart 3.30pm
Venue: Colyton
Finish: 5.30approx
Return: 6pm approx
Depart 3.30
Venue: TBC
Finish: 5.30approx
Return: 6.30approx
Depart 3.30pm
Venue: Honiton
Finish: 5.00approx
Return: 5.30approx
Depart 2.45pm
Venue: Exeter Arena
Finish: 6.00approx
Return: 7.00approx
TUES 2nd
JUNE 2015
Yr 9 GIRLS
ROUNDERS SQUAD
EAST DEVON ROUNDERS
TOURNAMENT
School Games Qualifier
Depart 1.15pm
Venue: Uffculme
Finish: 4.30approx
Return: 5.30approx
THURS 4th
JUNE 2015
Yr7 GIRLS
ROUNDERS SQUAD
ROUNDERS
MATCH vs
HONITON & CULLOMPTON
Depart 3.30pm
Venue: Honiton
Finish: 5.00approx
Return: 5.30approx
WEDS 13th
MAY 2015
EAST DEVON ROUNDERS
TOURNAMENT
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FRI 5th
JUNE 2015
Yr 7 & 8
SELECTED
GIRLS & BOYS
EAST DEVON
GRASS CYCLING
School Games Qualifier
Depart 9.00am
Venue: Bicton
Finish: 3.00approx
Return: 4.00approx
TUES 9TH
JUNE 2015
Yr 7 & 8
SELECTED
GIRLS & BOYS
EAST DEVON
SWIMMING GALA &
AQUATHLON
Depart 10.00am
Venue: Honiton
Finish: 4.30approx
Return: 5.30approx
WEDS 10th
JUNE 2015
Yr8 GIRLS
ROUNDERS SQUAD
EAST DEVON ROUNDERS
TOURNAMENT
Depart 1.15pm
Venue: Uffculme
Finish: 4.30approx
Return: 5.30approx
TUES 16th
JUNE 2015
Yr7 GIRLS
ROUNDERS SQUAD
EAST DEVON ROUNDERS
TOURNAMENT
TUES 30TH
JUNE 2015
Yr 7-10
GIRLS & BOYS
ATHLETICS TEAMS
EAST DEVON
ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS
Depart 1.15pm
Venue: Uffculme
Finish: 4.30approx
Return: 5.30approx
Depart 9.00am
Venue: Exeter Arena
Finish: 5.30approx
Return: 6.30approx
NB: CRICKET CUP FIXTURES TO BE ADDED ONCE DRAW HAS BEEN CONFIRMED
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Community Noticeboard
The Umborne Ug
Saturday May 30th
10k Race at 6pm, Fun Run at 6.10pm
The Umborne Ug is a 10k run through stunningly beautiful
but hilly countryside, starting at Umborne Village Hall
For over 17s only
The 2.6k Fun Run (flat and mostly on road) is suitable for
younger runners aged 8+.
Entry for the 10k is £6 in advance, £8 on the day for
affiliated runners - those not affiliated pay £2 extra.
There is NO entry fee for the fun run, entry is by donation –
forms are available on the AVR website
or on Reception at TAVCC.
Donations for the run and the food and drinks will go towards our new hall fund and will be most welcome.
Do you fancy becoming an Exam Invigilator?
We require Exam Invigilators to join a bank of “casual paid
staff” to assist with our busy examination schedules. The main
exam season runs through May and June but internal
examinations take place throughout the school year. The role
could include acting as a reader/scribe for a student who has
exam access arrangements.
Full training will be given prior to the first examination.
The rate of pay is £8.26 for an invigilator and £9.00 for a
reader/scribe invigilator.
Both positions have a holiday
allowance which is paid once a year based on hours worked.
Morning sessions begin at 9am and afternoon sessions begin at
1pm. Exams vary in duration but can take up to 3 hours, or
more in some cases. You will need to be able to stand/walk for
up to 3 hours at a time.
Don’t forget to sign up for the
Charity Cycle on
Sunday 31st May
Axminster
Or if you don’t fancy that why don’t
you help out as a marshal?
Phone: 01297 630013
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.Ax-pedition.co.uk
You don’t need to be available for mornings and afternoons or
even every day. We will seek to offer hours on a rota basis,
but you must be available for the entire duration of the exam
you are called to invigilate.
Axe Valley Community College is committed to safeguarding
and promoting the welfare of children and all appointments will
be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Please contact Mrs Higgs on 01297 630152 or email
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[email protected]
to find out more.