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Issue 30 - Friday 10 May 2024
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Dear Families
Filming
On Friday 17th May we have a film crew coming in to create a video for prospective pupils and their families. This will be placed on our website.
We will be using our photo / video permissions that you have already completed to inform us about which pupils can be included in the video, either showing them engaged in learning, generally about the school or talking about their school experience. Should you wish to change your permission, please call the school office to ask for a new form.
We would love to include parents and carers in the video. Don't worry if you are camera shy! They also want some 'voice over' clips which they would gather from speaking with you and asking you questions about the school. Don't worry, language is not a barrier and the questions will be simple, and the answers need only be brief. If you would be willing to come in and chat about the school over coffee and cake at 2.45-3.30pm, please contact the school office and give them your details. Please note that you will not be able to park on the school site at this time.
Thank you in anticipation of your support!
Assembly
This week, on the 7th May, it was World Asthma Day. In assembly we learned about Asthma: what it is, what happens to someone's body during an Asthma attack; how to help someone having an Asthma attack; a reminder about how to use a spacer effectively to administer Asthma medication and some inspiring stories about top athletes who have Asthma.
Did you know that David Beckham has Asthma? Or that George Murray, a wheelchair athlete, had Asthma but went on to win the Boston marathon? Or that Paula Radcliffe, the winner of 8 international marathons, has asthma?
The assembly wanted to showcase to pupils that following medical advice to control their Asthma should prevent them from issues and allow them to participate in a full range of sport and exercise activities.
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Very best wishes for what is shaping up to a weekend of beautiful weather.
Kind regards
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Anti-Racism Parents' Coffee Morning
Friday 17 May 2024
9.30-10.30am
A second Anti-Racism parents coffee morning will be held in the Library with Audrey from Elevation Coaching and Consultancy on Friday the 17 May at 9:30am until 10:30am.
Please come along for an informal chat and update regarding how the school has implemented the recommendations from our anti-racism survey and what our aims and visions are for the future of the school in terms of tackling racism.
To reserve your place, please ensure you return the reply slip from the letter that was sent out. If you need another copy then please contact Reception, and we will get one sent home with your child.
Thank you
Ms Sojka and Mrs Newman
Anti-Racism Coordinators
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Jack Petchey Awards Evening
On 30th April, we attended the Jack Petchey celebration of achievement awards ceremony at the Beck Theatre, to celebrate all of last year's award winners and Leader award. Each winner received a medal from the Mayor of Hillingdon as a congratulations for their hard work and achievements over the year.
Keep an eye out for more Jack Petchey winners in the Bulletin.
Mrs M Newman
Jack Petchey Co-Ordinator
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Promoting Literacy:
Harry Potter Day – on the 2nd May
Celebrating our love of Fantasy-Fiction
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Harry Potter Day is celebrated around the world. We were delighted that it was on a ‘school day’ so that we could join in, making sure we included all of our fantasy-fiction favourites of course! Why the 2nd May? Other than it makes a very cool rhyme, it is because this is the day Harry Potter finally defeats Lord Voldemort in the Battle of Hogwarts.
Our library was a hub for fun all week. Students gathered to watch a film, play games and explore our huge selection of books in this genre including researching fun facts linked to the theme.
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On Thursday, the school was transformed by the arrival of witches, wizards and even a dark Lord! Spells zinged along corridors – we were so impressed with how many our students knew and also their wand-making skills!
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A huge ‘thank you’ to students, parents and staff who helped cast a magical spell over the school. We had a great time. So, until next time, ‘mischief managed’.
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Wednesday: Girls Open Age Football Tournament - Middlesex FA
Our female students enjoyed a sunny day, competing in the last tournament of this academic year. All participants showed fantastic maturity and represented Meadow to a high standard. Their team work and passion was clear throughout. All participants were lucky enough to also receive a medal for their efforts throughout this academic year - well done to all!
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Thursday:Bloomsbury Football Inclusive Festival at QPR
Thanks to Bloomsbury Football, we were able to take 38 year 8-10 students to participate in a football festival on the official pitch of Queen's Park Rangers. Students were able to play mini matches between other SEN schools and take part in various activities. The event was well organised and run by some excellent coaches. Students all received a medal (providing a chance for QPR to see silverware being won since the 1966-67 season), book and a gift bag at the end of the session. Students behaviour was excellent and they participated brilliantly. A big thank you to the staff at Meadow who supported the trip, all at Bloomsbury’s football and QPR for hosting the event.
Mrs Lazaveric [PE Teacher]
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Thursday: Seated Volleyball at Meadow High School
Thanks to our Year 10 and 11 Sports Leaders, Meadow High School hosted another tournament for local school - this time it was seated volleyball. Thank you to Oak Wood, Park Academy and Pield Heath for attending; as well as, Class MP and Class YA from Meadow.
The focus of this tournament was to show key sporting skills; determination, team work, self belief and honesty. All participants showed a range of these skills on numerous occasions.
Well done to all students AND staff who participated. And a big thank you to the year 10 and 11 sports leaders who organised the whole event.
Mr Anstee [PE Faculty Lead]
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Calendar, Letters Home & Lunches
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Upcoming Events
SUMMER TERM
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Friday 17 May 2024
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Parent Anti Racism Workshop
9.30-10.30am (School Library)
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Friday 17 May 2024
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Filming in School
Parents invited - 2.45-3.30pm
(no parking available on school site)
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Monday 3 June 2024
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ANNUAL REVIEW DAY
School is CLOSED to pupils
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Tuesday 4 June 2024
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Friends of Meadow High School
Annual General Meeting
1.30pm (School Library)
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Monday 27 May 2024
- Friday 31 May 2024
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HALF TERM
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Monday 17 June 2024
- Friday 21 June 2024
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Sports Week
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Thursday 11 July 2024
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PROM (Year 11-14)
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Wednesday 24 July 2024
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Last Day of Term
School finishes at 2pm
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School Lunches
Monday 13 May - Friday 17 May 2024
Week 2 - Summer Menu
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Here is a printable copy of the menu above: PDF 2024 Spring Menu
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Miss Willis is a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead for Meadow High School with particular responsibility for Domestic Abuse and Encompass (Deputy)
A full list of Designated Safeguarding Leads at Meadow High School
can be found here
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More information about Safeguarding can be found on our website here:
Our School / Safeguarding.
Information is also on the website about what to do if you are worried about a child Out of Hours Safeguarding Contact Information / Reporting a Safeguarding Concern
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Parents / Carers
Please be aware of the
concerning safeguarding
information below:
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Safeguarding Briefing - May 2024
Who is this for?
This is briefing is for communities, schools, and families to alert and warn you about a medical procedure claiming to provide a cure for autism.
What is the concern?
A doctor from Bangladesh has run sessions in London for parents with children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD). These sessions wrongly claimed they can cure ASD with a new treatment. The treatment they are offering is an injection of a type of blood cells, called stem cells. This experimental treatment for Autism is unlicensed in UK, USA and other countries.
We have spoken to NHS colleagues including paediatricians and they strongly advise that families should NOT take up this treatment. There are real risks this could be harmful for children with ASD and there is no clear evidence that it will help them.
The doctor seems to be targeting Bangladeshi and other Asian families. The doctor is asking for £100 for an appointment, £8000 for the treatment and £350 for vitamins. He sometimes asks for this in American dollars.
This is both a medical and financial scam. We recommend that you DO NOT pay for, or agree to, this happening to your child.
Who can I talk to?
- Your social worker or early help worker
- Your GP or Paediatrician or NHS 111
- Your School
- The police on 101 or online at www.police.uk;
Useful Links for support:
National Autistic Society (autism.org.uk)
Where to get autism support - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
Autism Education & Resources | Autism Speaks
Stronger Families Hub
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Here is link to the recent BBC News report on the above:
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Keeping Pupils Safe Online
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SEND Co-production Charter
Our charter puts children and families at the heart of everything we do.
Dear parents/carers,
Please see the link below for the Co-production Charter.
The aim is for all services in the local partnership to agree to the values of the Co-production Charter and ensure the policies and procedures we create, and use are Co-produced, and that Children and young people have a voice.
On the link there is an option to provide feedback, (There are only 5 questions)
https://www.hillingdon.gov.uk/send-charter
Best wishes
Hillingdon Parent Carer Forum
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All Meadow High School job vacancies are advertised on the Crinklerecruitment.com website.
Applications must be made via the crinklerecruitment.com website.
Meadow High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and governors to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.
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SCIENCE LEAD
JOB REFERENCE: CJ4379
Advert Posted On: 06/05/2024
Post Start Date: September 2024
Closing date: 02/06/2024
Closing time: 11:59 AM
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Start date: September 2024
For more information and to apply please click here
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School Telephone: 01895 443310
Reporting Pupil Absence: attendance@meadowhighschool.org
Email: meadow@meadowhighschool.org
Instagram: @meadowhighsch
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