John Henry Newman Catholic College

NEWSLETTER 09 September 2024

Dear Parents and Carers,

As we reach the end of another successful academic year, I would like to take this opportunity to reflect and give thanks for the achievements and milestones our students have accomplished. This year has been filled with faith-filled commitment, hard work, creativity, and numerous memorable moments; our students have lived out our HEART Values to the full.

Thank you to all parents and carers for your unwavering support throughout the year. Your involvement and encouragement play a crucial role in your child's formation, education and success. We look forward to another wonderful year ahead.

Have a safe and enjoyable summer!

Warm regards,

Mrs Clarke
Principal

Upcoming Events
2-3 September - INSET (1) / INSET (2) 04 September - Year 7 / Year 11 / Year 12 Return to College 05 September - All Students Return To College 05 September - 5:00pm-7:00pm - Year 11 Success Fair

Notices

VISITING THE SCHOOL

Meetings with members of staff are by pre-booked appointments only. Heads of Year can be contacted via email, see contact information at the end of this newsletter.

OUR LADY AND ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY COMPANY UPDATE

Progress is being made on our plans to join Our Lady and All Saints Catholic Multi-Academy Company on 1st September. We look forward to being part of a large family of Catholic schools and strengthening ties with our community.

LETTER FROM THE POLICE

Police and schools in the Borough are committed to working together to protect our young people from becoming victims of crime and exploitation. West Midlands Police are sending you this letter about online safety, and anti-social behaviour (ASB). We want you to have enjoyable summer holidays, and hope some of the advice below will help it be a safe one.

PLEASE READ

SHIRLEY COMMUNITY DAY EVENT

CHELMSLEY WOOD OPEN DAY EVENT

UNIFORM AND MOBILE PHONE STANDARDS

Uniform Standards Letter
Mobile Phone Standards Letter

BASKETBALL SUMMER CAMP

Solihull Sonics Basketball Club's first summer camp! Come down and learn some skills and make new friends this summer.

This is the first of 2 camps that we are providing this summer. We are looking forward to inviting last year's campers back and meeting new budding basketball players too!

Location: John Henry Newman Catholic College, Chelmsley Road, B37 5GA.

To sign up, fill the application form by clicking the link and make payment. https://form.jotform.com/24019339221905

YEAR 11 SUCCESS INFORMATION EVENING

On Thursday 5th September 2024 we will be hosting our annual success information evening between 5PM and 7PM. Further details can be found on the attached letter. It is crucial that you attend to inform you of important information regarding your child's final year at school, including information about their up and coming GCSE examinations. Colleges and apprenticeships will be here to give you up to date advice as well.

FITCAP: SUMMER HAF CAMP

This summer Fitcap are running our Summer HAF Programme and have lots of exciting things going on including, enrichment trips, cooking workshops, Bikeability (including electric bikes), gaming bus, swimming, multisports, arts & crafts, swimming and lots more. Breakfast, lunch and fresh fruit will be provided every day. This is all completely FREE for those entitled to Free School Meals and have a HAF code.