Congratulations to four St Edmund’s students who took part in an annual rugby tournament with their team from Wolverhampton Rugby Club.
The tournament was organised by Leicester Tigers and it was held at Butlins, Bognor Regis. Clubs from all over London and the south attended and after the 6 games they finished 4th out of 17 teams.- A fantastic achievement especially as one student has only just recently joined the club.
Players: Charlie Smallman, Owen Davies , Nate Guy and Curtis Junior.
I would also like to thank Mr Smallman, who is a coach at Wolverhampton Rugby Club, for running an extra-curricular rugby club at St Edmund’s. The students have loved it! Thank you and hope to see you next year!
Mrs Cartlidge
Curriculum Leader PE
Photo left to right: Owen Davies, Charlie Smallman, Nate Guy and Curtis Junior.
Former St Edmund’s student, Walker Darke, has been named on this year’s Forbes Under 30 Europe Class of 2023 for his outstanding achievements in social impact, joining the likes of Donald Glover, Malala Yousafzai, Daniel Ek and Rihanna on the list for his work at the United Nations.
Currently, Walker is a PhD candidate at Fudan University in China while also working for the United Nations. he has previously worked for the European Commission in Brussels and the Wolves in Wolves art project in Wolverhampton and divides his time between Wolverhampton and Geneva, Switzerland.
Walker now works on implementing the UN Framework Classification for Resources, to ensure sustainable management of energy, mineral, and raw material resources.
We are very proud of Walker and all of his achievements. Congratulations.
See Express And Star for more information: https://bit.ly/3N7NHAY
Photo: Walker Darke
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World Malaria Day serves to remind us of the threat malaria still causes and that there is still work to be done to combat this disease. We are reminded that we must work towards the common good and look beyond our own interests. Fighting to end malaria will benefit many people. The majority of these people do not have sufficient access to healthcare facilities. It is vital that we prioritise the most vulnerable in society. It is in these areas where we can fight against malaria in the most effective way.
Jesus left the synagogue and went to the home of Simon. Now Simon’s mother-in-law was suffering from a high fever, and they asked Jesus to help her. So he bent over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her. She got up at once and began to wait for them.
At sunset, the people brought to Jesus all who had various kinds of sickness, and laying his hands on each one, he healed them.
– Luke 4:38-40
Saint Mark brought to us the Gospel of Mark. On this day of celebration, let us read this gospel in prayerful thought. Through reflection on the gospel we can relate our lives to the words of the Bible. The words of Mark were written hundreds of years ago but the spiritual meaning in them is something we can still feel to this day.
The beginning of the good news about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God, as it is written in Isaiah the prophet: “I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way”
“a voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.'” – Mark 1:1-3
Saint George relied on his faith in God to provide him with strength during his trials. When we put our faith in God he can provide us the strength to overcome our struggles as well as to help others through theirs. As protector of the persecuted, Saint George should inspire us to fight for those who need support. Actions and words to support the rights of all people help to make the world a more accepting and tolerant place. We can achieve this with the strength of God.
He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. – Isaiah 40:29
Today is the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, a significant day for Muslims all around the world. We can take this day to learn about Islamic culture and beliefs, to be active in our understanding of others. Understanding others’ faith can strengthen our own. Love and respect for people allows us to love God deeper and be steadfast in our faith. This is a day of prayer and celebration, let us also spend this day in celebratory prayer together.
And whosoever puts his trust in Allah, then He will suffice him – al-Talaaq 65:3
I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all; no one can snatch them out of my Father’s hand. I and the Father are one. – John 10:28-30
Year 12 student, Aya Ali, entered her creative poetry to the Wolverhampton Mayor’s competition to celebrate the King’s Coronation and is now in the final.
Aya helps to run the Eco Club where students have been writing poetry about the environment. She was delighted to hear that her amazing work has reached the final and is now one of 5 finalists in the 16+ category.
This is a great achievement as the organisers say that the quality of writing created across the City was fantastic.
All finalists will be published in the commemorative book and each finalist will receive a free copy.
The final judging panel will meet to decide the overall winners and runners up in each category early next week. Winners will be invited to afternoon tea with the Mayor.
Well done and good luck Aya, we are very proud of you!
Photo: Aya Ali
Warrant Officer A. Hopkins from Venning Barracks Donnington delivered a motivational talk to Year 12 students recently. He touched upon many topics including democracy, the Falkland Islands, Bosnia and Iraq. He spoke about how the army supports countries when natural disasters occur, such as the floods in the Lake District and, more recently, how the army provided support after the earthquake in Turkey. He also explained how the army helps other countries to prevent conflicts.
One of our students explained to the Officer about our academy’s CARE values and he related these to the values and standards in the army. He talked about self discipline and how small changes can improve our lives. He then discussed examples of integrity and selfless commitment.
The Officer talked about degree courses, army careers, his experience as a soldier in Iraq and Bosnia and life in general, including the story of why he joined the army and how finding a job that you enjoy doing will change your life.
