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Yesterday our A-Level Spanish group travelled to Southwalk in London.
They enjoyed a tapas lunch before heading over to the Cervantes Theatre where they watched La Casa de Bernarda Alba – one of the plays that is studies for A-Level paper 2.
The students enjoyed the atmosphere and how the play was brought to life. Everyone enjoyed their day trip to the capital!
Saint John Bosco, also known as Don Bosco, holds a cherished place in the Catholic tradition as a remarkable educator, priest and advocate for the welfare of young people.
Born in 1815, he dedicated his life to the service of God and the guidance of impoverished and at-risk youth in Turin, Italy.
Inspired by a vision, Saint John Bosco founded the Salesian Order, an educational community committed to the holistic development of the young, combining academic, spiritual and vocational training. HIs approach emphasised kindness, understanding and a deep trust in the power of love to transform lives.
Saint John Bosco’s tireless efforts to provide a nurturing environment for the marginalised youth and instill in them a sense of faith, hope and responsibility have left an enduring legacy.
Saint John Bosco – Pray for us
Therefore, whoever takes the lowly position of this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. – Matthew 18:5
Whoever claims to love God yet hates a brother or sister is a liar. For whoever does not love their brother and sister, whom they have seen, cannot love God, whom they have not seen. – 1 John 4:20
Holocaust Memorial Day holds profound significance for us as we reflect on the historical tragedy of the Holocaust. Recognising the immense suffering and loss endured by millions, including six million Jews, during this dark chapter of human history, we are called to bear witness to the inherent dignity of every person. In remembering the Holocaust, the Church emphasises the importance of promoting love, compassion, and understanding among diverse communities. It is an occasion for us to recommit to the principles of justice, peace, and solidarity, acknowledging the need to combat intolerance and discrimination in all its forms. By commemorating Holocaust Memorial Day, we strive to contribute to a world where the lessons of the past are not forgotten, and the collective responsibility to build a more just and compassionate society is embraced.
Today our Maths Department lead the upper and lower schools in our Holocaust Memorial Assemblies.
Reverend McKearney started the assembly with a prayer and addressed why we remember the Holocaust – as catholics and as people.
Mr Morris lead the assembly, explaining this years theme for Holocaust Memorial Day – Fragility of Freedom. He went through the loss of freedoms the Jewish people experienced in the years up to and during World War 2, how this happened and how it resulted in the loss of millions.
Three students read the story of a Holocaust survivor, who experienced the horrors of Auschwitz. Her story and the stories of people she knew are given to us so we can remember the horrors and violence of war in a hope that they are never repeated.
Mrs Ricketts sang Amazing Grace, as a moment of reflection and contemplation on what we had heard.
We ended with a Jewish prayer for the dead to honour those who were lost. We must never forget the 9 million people that were lost during the holocaust. Their memory is a constant reminder of the world we must avoid and a driver of the world we can create.
‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” – Revelation 21:4
Congratulations to the Year 9 girls who came 3rd in the indoor athletics championships.
Kayliah and one other student displayed some excellent athletic qualities, both winning their heats!
Well done to all the team: Kayliah H, Sade J, Betty E-O, Karis B, Enya T, Adaobi E and one other
St Edmund’s gymnasts were back in action on Saturday at the West Midlands Milano and Floor & Vault Championships at Fenton Manor Sports Centre.
Each gymnast performed individually on floor and vault and then three went onto perform a group routine.
All gymnasts performed exceptionally well and were a credit to themselves and St Edmund’s Catholic Academy.
As a result of this, both teams won gold and became West Midlands Champions!
They will now compete again on the 8th March and the 21st April in the British Schools Gymnastics Championships.
Floor & Vault Champions – Mahdi A, Nonso E, Sophie G and one other
Milano Champions – Mahdi A, Sophie G and one other
Congratulations to all gymnasts and good luck for the Nationals!
This week our Eco Club have been making bird feeders to encourage wildlife into our Peace Garden.
This was part of the RSPB Big Schools Birdwatch, which documents the birds seen on our site. By making bird feeders, the Eco Club were able to encourage the birds into the open. This allowed for easier counting and documentation.
We can’t wait to see what wildlife visits us!
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