Book Fair Success!

29th November 2023Rhiannon Watts-Robinson

The Scholastic book fair was held at St Edmunds with pupils being excited to browse and purchase an interesting selection of new books.

Our library Ambassadors were very busy beforehand running competitions and promoting reading for pleasure throughout school.

Every purchase a pupil made earned school reward points which we are able to spend on new books for the library.

Pupils were able to see lots of books which captured their interest as well as sharing their books with each other.

The total raised was Ā£775 of which Ā£310 is rewarded back to the academy to spend on new books. Pupils have been making suggestions as to which titles our librarian should choose.

We are delighted by both the parent and pupil contribution which has enabled us to have some lovely new books on our shelves.

Employer Encounter Assembly

29th November 2023Rhiannon Watts-Robinson
Yesterday Students in Year 8 and 9Ā were exposed to careers asĀ  ‘Police Constable’ and working within ‘Cyber Security’.
The presentations were followed questions asked by the students who were interested in these fields of work. Quotes from students:
Noah in Year 9
ā€œI really enjoyed the event, it was nice to hear about other peopleā€™s careersā€

Joseph in Year 9
ā€œIt was very interesting to hear about the guest speakers experiences and challenges that they faced to get to their careerā€

Lidia in Year 8
ā€œTo be a police officer, I now know what grades I needā€

Sonia in Year 8
ā€œI enjoyed listening to the police officer talk about the variety of jobs, not just arresting peopleā€

Unified Football Competition

28th November 2023Rhiannon Watts-Robinson

On 23rd November, a team of Year 7s and 8s went to Aldersley Leisure Village to take part in the Unified Football Competition.

They played against 8 other Wolverhampton teams and finished 3rd overall.

Well done team!

The team, pictured below: Devesh B, Noah P,Ā Mohammed A, Usmaan T, Thomas D, Cayden R, and Keean J with coach Tyronne J (Year 12)

St Edmund’s Students Receive the Sacrament of Confirmation

28th November 2023Rhiannon Watts-Robinson

The evening of Tuesday 21st September was one of great joy for our St Edmundā€™s community, as a number of our students received the Sacrament of Confirmation during the Blessed Carlo Acutis parish celebration of the sacrament.

There were 46 young people confirmed, including Kelechi E, Joseph and Raymond N, Alba and Rocio O O, Francesco L-O and Michael E O from St Edmundā€™s.

Fr. Mark, parish priest of Blessed Carlo parish, welcomed Canon Paul McNally, the Episcopal Vicar for the northern areas of the Archdiocese of Birmingham, who would be conferring the sacrament. In his homily for the Mass, Canon Paul talked about how the Holy Spirit would empower the confirmandi to ā€œwalk and talk and be like Jesusā€, drawing heavily on an example from the Jungle Book.

The Mass was a beautiful occasion for the parish and a very special night for all the young people confirmed and their families. We offer all our congratulations and prayers for our seven new ā€œfull membersā€ of the Church, that the Holy Spirit will guide them through the rest of their time at St Edmundā€™s and through their lives as disciples of the Lord.

Guru Nanak Gurpurab

27th November 2023Rhiannon Watts-Robinson

Guru Nanak Gurpurab, also known as Guru Nanak Jayanti, is a significant Sikh festival that commemorates the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism. For us, this celebration holds a special place as it fosters interfaith understanding and respect. Guru Nanak’s teachings, emphasizing the oneness of God, equality of all humans, and the importance of selfless service, resonate with universal values that transcend religious boundaries. The celebration of Guru Nanak Gurpurab serves as an opportunity for Catholics and followers of Sikhism alike to come together in a spirit of unity and shared humanity, fostering a sense of brotherhood and mutual respect. It is an occasion to appreciate the commonality of core values that underpin various religious traditions and to celebrate the diversity that enriches the global tapestry of faith.

Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind. Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing. – 1 Peter 3:8-9

WCRFM Radio Interview

27th November 2023Rhiannon Watts-Robinson

On Friday, Gavan and Abigail went to WCRFM radio station to discuss their role in the Premier League Inspires programme. This interview formed part of the radio’s “Earth Week”.

Both students spoke about the aim of the project, its beginnings and how their idea is being taken further by Wolves FC.

Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

26th November 2023Rhiannon Watts-Robinson

The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, marks the culmination of the liturgical year in the Catholic Church, serving as a powerful reminder of Christ’s eternal kingship and sovereignty over all creation. Observed on the last Sunday of the liturgical calendar, this solemnity emphasizes the cosmic dimensions of Christ’s reign, acknowledging Him as the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end. In celebrating this feast, we reflect on the Gospel of Matthew, where Jesus identifies Himself as the king who will judge the nations. It prompts contemplation of Christ’s role not only as a spiritual guide but as the ultimate authority over the entire cosmos. The imagery of Christ as the cosmic King invites us to ponder the implications of His lordship in every aspect of life, recognizing His reign as a source of hope, justice, and divine love that extends beyond the temporal confines of our world.

The LORD reigns; he is robed in majesty; the LORD is robed in majesty and armed with strength; indeed, the world is established, firm and secure. Your throne was established long ago; you are from all eternity – Psalm 93:1-2

Lower School Prefects Mentor Year 7 Students

24th November 2023Mrs D Curtis

On Friday 24th November the Lower School Prefects (Victoria Kidson, Daisy Winwood, Pauline Prause, Kash Kumar, Oliver Green, Noah Letheren and Jayden Inigo) mentored some Y7 pupils in certain subjects and areas.

This was fantastic to see and all the pupils got lots from the session. The prefects developed their communication and presenting skills and the Y7 pupils learnt more about their subjects. Keep up the good work all.

 

 

Mr Selvey

Head of Lower School