'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.

• National Careers Week

  Wed 06 Mar 2024

  Harris has celebrated National Careers Week with a series of Eat and Meet Q&A sessions. Visitors from a range of industries talked to students about their personal careers journeys. They then answered students' questions. Thank you to all our visitors who have supported these activities.

   

  We have also had a Guess the Job careers competition running all week. Some of our staff members have not always worked in education and students have been busy guessing some of these previous careers. They are encouraged to find the staff members and ask them about their jobs - this is not cheating, we want more talking about career stories!

  

• Iceland Trip February 2024

  Mon 04 Mar 2024

  Iceland, February 2024

   

  On the final day before the half term break thirty students and four staff set off on a four-day journey to explore the breathtaking natural wonders of Iceland! With everyone extremely excited for the excursion days ahead, even the -6oC temperature on landing didn’t dampen the spirits.

   

  Day one started out with one of the most beautiful coach journeys you could ever wish to experience, as we made our way between snow covered mountains on our golden circle tour. The first stop, Gulfoss waterfall, was definitely one of the coldest places any of us had visited, but it was worth it for the incredible views and photos. We then moved on to the geothermal area to see the Geysir eruption.

  A guided hike through the national park followed, learning some of the history of the country as we made our way up to a lookout point with stunning views over the country. There was time to stretch our legs with a snowball fight before returning to the coach to head back after a busy day.

   

  Day two saw us head for the south coast of the island. The first stop along the way was Skogafoss, at 25m wide and a 60m drop it’s one of Iceland’s largest waterfalls. In challenging conditions the students were reluctant to miss out on the 527 step climb to the viewing platform at the top which was spectacular. After a quick stop at one of Iceland's volcanic black sand beaches we moved inland to visit a glacier and a live look at the effects of climate change on our planet.

  On our return to Reykjavik we were dropped off at the city cathedral for a quick look around before taking a stroll through the busy streets to the Hard Rock Cafe for some much needed food.

   

  The final day was not as we planned, the ongoing volcanic activity had closed part of the island meaning our trip to the Blue Lagoon was sadly cancelled. However, a fly over ride 

  exploring the more remote parts of Iceland before visiting Perlan museum for its observation deck, northern lights and lava shows was a worthy alternative.

   

  The students were fantastic, layered up in warm clothing, they embraced the Icelandic chill and reveled in every moment of the adventure. Alongside the joys of the country there were other equally important milestones reached by our students including; the first time out of the UK, the first time on a plane, longest time away from parents and even the first time some of our students had to put their own bed sheets on.

   

  The Iceland experience was a resounding success, leaving lasting memories and valuable scientific insights. We look forward to continuing to provide more enriching experiences that inspire a lifelong love for learning in the future.

• Visit to What Career? Live

  Fri 01 Mar 2024

  A group of Year 10 students have visited What Career Live at the NEC today. They spoke to education, training and apprenticeship providers, picking up a free freebies on the way. They also had the opportunity to listen to presentations from employers and develop employability skills such as CV writing. It was a great way to explore future pathways.

  

• Harris celebrates National Apprenticeship Week

  Wed 21 Feb 2024

  We welcomed many companies and education providers to their careers fair on Wednesday 7 February. Students from Year 9 visited the stands to explore future pathways and to find information that would help them with their GCSE choices. Students from other year groups along with their families joined us after school.

   

  Many companies and education providers were represented from engineering to charities, banking to the civil service. We also welcomed colleges, sports academies, sixth forms and universities. Volunteers talked to students about opportunities and their own career journeys.

   

  We were pleased to welcome even more exhibitors to our Fair in 2024. There was a brilliant atmosphere with students and company ambassadors enthusiastic to talk about future options. We would like to thank those who volunteered to attend the fair. It was also great to see many Harris Alumni returning to inspire current students.

   

  The Careers Fair was one of our activities during National Apprenticeship Week which aims to raise awareness of and celebrate apprenticeships. Harris was also visited by the Warwickshire College Group Grand Gazebo Tour. Students found out about apprenticeships and T Levels through activities such as bricklaying and VR headsets. 

   

  Please contact the Academy (careers@harris.covmat.org) if you would like to join their Alumni Network or can support with the careers programme

  

• Admissions policy

  Tue 24 Oct 2023

  The Directors of the Diocese of Coventry Multi Academy Trust are currently determining proposed admission arrangements for admissions to its academies in September 2025. As determined by the School Admissions Code, we are required to consult on these arrangements at least once every 7 years or when significant changes are made, and are inviting comments on the proposed changes.

   

  A copy of the covering letter and proposed admissions policy is available on our website at https://www.covmat.org/multi-academy-trust-policies/ for your information. Alternatively if you require a hard copy of the policy please email info@covmat.org to request. Whilst this is a trust wide policy, the individual school admissions arrangements are included as Appendix 1.

   

  If you wish to comment on the proposed admissions arrangements, please send your response in writing for the attention of Louise Beale, either by post to the address at the bottom of the consultation letter or by email to info@covmat.org. Comments should be received by no later than 9am on Monday 18^th December 2023.

• ICONS Peace Ambassadors

  Tue 03 Oct 2023

  Over the course of three days a group of our year 8 Anti Bullying Ambassadors have trained to become International Cross Of Nails (ICONS) Peace Ambassadors.  The training took place at Coventry Cathedral and included the young people learning more about the history of the Cross of Nails and it's beginnings after the destruction of the original Cathedral during the war.  ICONS stands for International Cross of Nails Schools and is a network of primary and secondary schools around the world that have recognised the opportunity for introducing principles of peace, forgiveness, conflict transformation and reconciliation into their school communities and the training was built around these principles.   On the last day of the training our students were honoured to be asked to take part in the Litany of Reconciliation.  This takes place at 12 midday in ICON churches all over the world and is live streamed via the Cathedral Facebook page allowing viewers from all over the world to join in this powerful moment of unity and peace.  

   

   

   

   

• Year 11 Pathways Presentations

  Mon 02 Oct 2023

  In the Autumn Term, our Year 11 students can sign up to assemblies to find out more about their Post-16 options. Thank you to our visitors in September - Rugby Free Secondary School, Stratford Upon Avon College, Rugby High School and Warwickshire Police. 
  
  In October, we look forward to welcoming Warwickshire College Group, Bilton School, Heart of England Training, Moutlon College, NEJ Stevenson, Warwickshire Fire Services and Rugby Borough Academy of Football.

  

• Factory Tour on National Manufacturing Day

  Thu 28 Sep 2023

  Year 10 Product Design students were given the opportunity to visit a factory on National Manufacturing Day (28 September). We were given a presentation into the company, what they do and the jobs available.

   

  Students then toured the factory floor and were given a real insight into how their GCSE relates to the workplace. We were shown the materials used by Technoset to create their products and the machinery used. Technoset produce components for industries including supercars and aerospace.

  

• Creating Imaginary Worlds

  Mon 25 Sep 2023

  A group of Year 8 students were given the opportunity to be swept away to a land beyond their wildest imagination with Katherine Rundell, author of Impossible Creatures and The Explorer. Katherine spoke about how she creates her world, gave tips on creative writing and spoke about her career as an author. After the virtual talk, students created their own impossible creatures using their imagination.

  

• Satchel Login Guide

  Tue 12 Sep 2023 Harris Academy

  Students in Year 7 were shown how to log in to Satchel during Form time today - 12th September. We encourage Parents and Carers to sign up for their own account too. Any issues, students can visit the IT team for assistance.