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'While we have time let us do good to all’. (Galatians 6:10)'
Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.
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Work Experience Success
Fri 29 Jan 2021Congratulations to Stacey S in Year 10! You’ve been selected to attend work experience at GTR through Speakers for Schools.
Speakers for Schools mission is to give all young people access to the top. By connecting their national network of schools with industry leading employers, they open young people’s eyes to the possibilities ahead of them.
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Speakers for Schools Live Talks
Fri 29 Jan 2021DATE
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Mon 1st February
10-11am
Dorothy Byrne, Editor-at-large, Channel 4, Chair, Ethical Journalism Network & Former Head of News and Current Affairs, Channel 4
For KS4-5/ S4-6
Join us to hear Dorothy Byrne, Editor-at-large at Channel Four, previously Head of News and Current Affairs, share her insights into her career as a journalist. During her tenure, the channel’s news and current affairs programmes have won numerous BAFTA, RTA and Emmy awards. Dorothy will reflect on how to be successful in the world of work and will question whether we can trust the media.
Tues 2nd February
10-11am
Branko Bjelobaba, Finance and Engaging in Democracy Speaker
For KS4 – 5 / S4 – 6
Join us here to hear Branko Bjelobaba, Finance and Engaging in Democracy Speaker, provide and honest approach as to what makes a difference in terms of presenting yourself and how success can follow failure. Branko has spoken at many schools and delivered one of our first live virtual event and speaks passionately about the UK financial services sector and also how young people can engage with democracy.
Tues 2nd February 2-3pm
Speakers for Schools Experience Nursing Broadcast: Dr Crystal Oldman, CEO, The Queen's Nursing Institute
For KS4 – 5 / S4 – 6
Join Speakers for Schools for our first Experience Nursing Broadcast with Dr Crystal Oldman CBE. Dr Crystal Oldman CBE joined the Queen’s Nursing Institute in November 2012 as Chief Executive. Crystal worked in the NHS for 18 years, the majority of which was in the field of community nursing, working with some of the most deprived communities in west London. An opportunity not to miss for students who would like to hear more about Crystal’s journey and an insight into working in nursing.
Thurs 4th February 2-3pm
Penguin Talks in Partnership with Speakers for Schools: How to motivate yourself, with Adrienne Herbert and Alice Liveing
For KS4 – 5 / S4 – 6
Leading wellness professional, podcast host and author of The Power Hour, Adrienne Herbert joins personal trainer, blogger and best-selling author, Alice Liveing to discuss how students can motivate themselves and maintaining their wellbeing during lockdown
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Children's Mental Health Week
Thu 28 Jan 2021View our presentation here.
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Holocaust Memorial Day House Competition
Mon 25 Jan 2021
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Harris has Talent 2021 Winners
Mon 25 Jan 2021Harris has Talent 2021 is over. We had some amazing entries but the votes have now been counted and verified (!) and I can announce that the winners are......
- In fourth place - Maddie R for her instructions on how to make a health spaghetti bolognaise and a yummy cake.
- In third place - Sophie S for a beautifully played piano piece.
- In second place - Clem M for her sailing awards.
- And in first place and the winner of Harris Has Talent 2021 is (drum roll).... Ruby-Mae S for an awesome display of gymnastics.
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National Apprenticeship Week - 8th - 12th February 2021
Fri 22 Jan 2021National Apprenticeship Week 2021 is a national celebration which "will shine a light on the amazing work being done by employers and apprentices across the country." Harris will be taking part in this event through a number of virtual activities throughout the week such as;
- A "ThinkHigher" pre-recorded video all about apprenticeships.
- "The BIG Assembly" which is an assembly all around the country.
- The Virtual Apprenticeship Show
- Meet the Russell Group
- "ThinkHigher" live talk and Q&A session
- Access to an "Amazing Apprenticeships" brochure
For more information, please refer to the letter being sent out w/c 25th January 2021 for year 9s students and above.
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Hints for Remote Learning
Thu 21 Jan 2021 -
Congratulations to Ieuen on being a runner up in a STEM competition
Thu 21 Jan 2021
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Birmingham Popular Maths Lecture - 27 January (Advanced GCSE Maths Students)
Tue 19 Jan 2021The emergent rhythms of health and disease: where mathematics, biology and medicine meet
Professor John Terry
Wednesday 27th January 7pm
Rhythms are everywhere! In this talk I will introduce many of the rhythms that we take for granted and consider how mathematics can help us to understand them. I will focus on two important areas: stress, and how our body responds to stressors, and epilepsy, a serious neurological condition that affects 1% of the global population. In each case, I will describe some of the common rhythms that ensure our bodies and minds respond appropriately, as well as exploring – using mathematics – what can go wrong.
Click here to register for the event
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Project EMPOWER
Tue 19 Jan 2021WhatNext? Coventry, is inviting YOU to join them on a brand-new and exciting project – PROJECT EMPOWER
Project Empower aims to empower, equip and enlighten young people from Black and South Asian backgrounds allowing them to feel confident about making choices which will heavily impact their future and have fundamental skills which will allow them to #beexcellent. We do this with the delivery of tailored mentoring and sessions on life skills and holistic higher education options.
The sessions are split into Life Skills and Higher Education sessions. These sessions aim to provide you with skills that will allow you to thrive in life after school and give you a chance to increase your networks so YOU CAN LEAD ON YOUR OWN PROJECTS!
These include:
1. University, What is right for me?: Understand what University is and its benefits, helping you plan for the future.
2. Apprenticeships and beyond: Develop your understanding of options outside of going to university and provide avenues to explore these HE options.
3. Communication skills: Understanding the importance of communication skills online and in person. Learn how to articulate your viewpoint so you are heard!
4. Career skills: A crash course on CVs, cover letters and interviews increasing your confidence when it comes to applying for jobs.
5. Money management: Providing you with the basics of financial literacy and the importance of effective budgeting, allowing you to be confident with managing money.
6. Mental wellbeing and mindfulness: Learn techniques to support mental well-being by proposing an “Emotional Fitness/Wellbeing Plan” and destigmatising mental illness.
All sessions are highly interactive, giving you the opportunity to engage with students across the country, get involved with debates, put your creative hats on and finally actually have some good fun whilst being stuck at home!
Let WhatNext?Coventry create an environment for you to escape the boring reality of a lockdown and harness your superpower which is being authentically yourself!
We will be partnering with some of the best people to make sure its worth giving up a few of those FIFA games or Tiktok dances!
For our communications session, InitiatedNation; a Black-owned company aimed at creating a space for creatives and professionals to come together. Plus, the careers session led by Econominds; Female run educational company providing industry expert knowledge and advice to make sure you get your dream job!
Prizes are available to anyone that joins up with us now! Find out what they are at the taster session!
To get involved and learn skills that could change your life, alongside winning prizes, having pizza nights and having something huge to add to your CV, click the link below to sign up. Don’t forget, make sure you refer a friend!
Our taster session is Wednesday 10th February 2021 at 6pm, I can’t wait to see you there! Click here to sign up
