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Fiddler on the Roof
Another stunning success by the Performing Arts Department
Tumble Tots in the Nursery!
Wednesday 24th February was a special day in the Early Years and Infant Departments at OLCS. All the daddies, grandpas and male carers were invited to join the children and staff in a “Tumble Tots” session, run by one of the parents. It was a fun packed afternoon, with everyone taking an active part and having a great time. Tumble Tots is an activity session develop children's physical skills of agility, balance, co-ordination and climbing, through the use of brightly coloured Tumble Tots equipment.
Fathers often miss out on their children’s early school experiences and OLCS staff thought this was an ideal opportunity to participate. As you can see from the photos the activity was enjoyable for all. |
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Little Kickers at OLCS
In the same week, the Nursery and Infants also took part in a taster session for ‘Little Kickers’ football training for girls and boys. The session was lead by FA qualified coaches and encouraged the children to take part. The session was great fun and an opportunity to promote valuable concepts such as teamwork, listening and sharing.
The combination of managed exercise and the children having so much fun has led to plans to offer “Little Kickers” training on a regular basis, subject to demand. Watch this space for more news on Little Kickers training at OLCS.
OLCS wins the RoaD Quiz
OLCS made it to the finals of the Leicestershire Road Safety Quiz which were held at Quorn Hall. The team competed against Loughborough CofE and Swithland Primary Schools. There were a selection of rounds on different road safety topics - some were incredibly difficult, but the girls had worked really hard and answered really well. It was very exciting as the scores were really close. In the end we won by 2 points, on the final question!
We're very proud of our quiz team, not only for winning but for representing our school so well.
Positive Activities for Young People
Find out how 11-19 year olds can take part in the Positive Activities for Young People Scheme which is being funded by Charnwood Borough Council between now and Easter.
http://www.charnwood.gov.uk/pages/positive_activities_for_young_people
OLCS Medics in the Making!
Two of our Year 12 students, Ellie Jennings and Lizze Trzcinska are going to be working hard this summer, taking courses which set in motion their medical training. Ellie Jennings will be taking part in a ‘midi-med’ course at Birmingham University, offering her a taste of life as a medical student. Lizzie will be at Leicester University on a work observation programme at the University Hospital. Both hope to become medical professionals, Lizzie aiming to be a Surgeon whilst Ellie plans to become a GP.
Sports Star at OLCS!
Kate Dennison, the British Pole Vaulting champion was a special guest at Our Lady’s Convent School, Loughborough this week. The athlete, who also has a degree in Psychology, visited the VI Form to talk about her success to date and her journey to achieve it. Dennison is the British record holder in pole vault both indoors and outdoors. Her current outdoor record is 4.6 meters which is taller than a London bus! During 2009 she raised the bar on the British record an incredible 9 times – and said there is more to come. She is focused on her preparations for London 2012 having made her Olympic debut at Beijing 2008, coming 7th.
Kate spoke to the students about the hurdles and problems she had encountered along the way, including an operation on both her Achilles Tendons but that giving up was never an option. Bryony Haggart, a keen hockey player at OLCS found the whole talk hugely inspiring and commented that ‘Kate encouraged us to really go for our own goals, to persevere through the ups and downs that come with chasing a dream’
Leading the discussion was Loughborough Universities Sports PR Officer, Amanda Overend who spoke about her own career in Public Relations and Marketing. Her story also demonstrated ambition and drive, proving to the students that determination and hard work are required if you want to succeed on, or off, the sporting field.
Both very successful women certainly gave OLCS students something to think about and encouragement to aim high!
Road Safety Talk for the Primary Department
John Budulis, a road safety officer from the Leicestershire Police Constabulary came into OLCS this week. He lead an assembly for the Infants and Juniors teaching them about the rules of Road Safety. John discussed the green cross code, Pelican and Zebra crossings to ensure that all our students stay safe when they are outside of school. Everyone enjoyed the assembly and learnt about the importance of staying safe.
Tudor Day
Our Year 5’s went back in time last week and experienced a day in the life of the Tudors. At Donington le Heath Manor House Museum, the pupils learnt about the lives of rich and poor people in Tudor times by taking part in activities such as writing with quill pens, preparing pomander bags in the Tudor Kitchen and dressing up in Tudor costume. A highlight of the day was being able to join one of the museum characters in some fun dances as enjoyed by children in Tudor times. The trip was a great success with all the children really getting into the spirit and enjoying the experience.
Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards brings the Mayor to OLCS!
This year, OLCS hosted the Loughborough Independent Schools’ Award Presentation Evening. Students were presented with Bronze and Silver Awards. Those attaining the Gold Award were presented with a recognition certificate, from Father David Caine, and will later be given their Award at St James’ Palace. Many young awardees took the opportunity to speak about their experiences including Lizzie Trzcinska and Beth Wright. Congratulations to all who achieved their awards!
Help for Haiti
Last week Agnes House held a cake sale and a collection after their assembly for the disaster relief fund for Haiti. They raised £245 in total. Also there will be a lunchtime work out on Thursday 28th January in order to raise further funds for the Haiti Hospital Appeal. We will be supporting this cause for the rest of this term.
OLCS students help the RSPB
OLCS Students from both the Junior and Senior schools will be taking part in the RSPB ‘Big Garden Bird Watch’ at the end of January. Pupils will each spend one hour watching for the various birds which land in their gardens, and noting them down.
The RSBP website at www.rsbp.org.uk/wildlife/birdidentifier has pictures of various birds in order to help with identifying the birds. Mrs Lewis will be giving out forms to record your findings!
If you would like to take part, or would like any more information then log onto www.rspb.org.uk/birdwatch.
Trip to Paris
Over the Christmas Break, a small group of OLCS French and Art A Level students went to Paris. Here is a snippet of a write up by Ellie Jennings (12AG).
“We woke the following day to a beautiful sight of Paris covered in a white blanket on snow! The cold weather did not stop us though and we spend the next three days visiting nearly every part of Paris from the Louvre and the Sacre Coeur to the Moulin Rouge and Montmartre and of course the Eiffel Tower.
As the time for us to return came nearer we realised we had a problems as the Euro star had been closed down due to the awful weather! Mrs Adley and Mrs Chatburn were fantastic and found us a new hotel for the night and did all they could to get us back to England. Lucky for us Mr and Mrs Jennings were back in Loughborough sorting it all out for us. So after two delayed trains, the last ferry, lots of queuing and one minibus full of tired students, one superhero deputy head teacher got us home just in time for some last minute shopping!”
Loros gets welcome cash boost from publication of memoirs
A Former Our Lady’s Convent pupil who has a form of Motor Neurone Disease has written her memoirs about her schooldays to raise funds for LOROS.
In Good Habits, Bad Habits, Louise Amor recalls her time at the Loughborough convent, which she attended from 1960 to 1973, and it has been specifically written to raise money for the hospice as she receives regular respite care there.
Chris Faulkner, matron at LOROS said ‘The book by Louise Oddie, or Louise Amor as we know her, is an amazing achievement. It is a true example of how the human spirit can achieve great things even when illness imposes limitations on individuals.‘I am sure that its readers will learn something of Louise’s life and the lives of others. The ways in which out patients share their lives and experiences with us is always a privilege and an inspiration.
All staff and volunteers associated with LOROS I know will want to join with me and say a huge thank you to Louise for generously donating the proceeds from the sale of this book to LOROS.’
The book costs £5 and is available from the LOROS shop in Biggin Street, Loughborough, and other LOROS shops in Syston, Birstall, Anstey and Coalville
Courtesy of the Loughborough Echo