19th May 2017
As if the art alone doesn’t inspire your attendance, we also have: Some musical performances; Year 10 chefs are cooking up some treats; some delicious catering; and lovely refreshments too! We cannot wait to see you all!
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GET TO KNOW OUR HISTORTY TEACHER… MR RAWKINS
5 people you’d like to have over for dinner: • Jesus • Elizabeth I • Isaac Newton • Alexander the Great • Michelle Obama
4 books and films you’ll never forget: • The Goldfinch by Donna Tart • The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien • Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett • Gladiator
3 foods you’d have for your last meal: • Crips and hummus • Rack of lamb and dauphinoise potatoes • Cheesecake
2 places you’d love to visit: • Iceland to see the Northern Lights • Indonesia to see wild orangutans
1 day you’ll never forget: • When I got my dog Arthur as a tiny puppy
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MEET THE STUDENT… SAFFRON OF 8L
5 People you’d like to have over for dinner: •Rihanna •Taylor Swift •Whoopi Goldberg •David Walliams •Francesca Simon 4 books and films you’ll never forget: •Gangsta Granny •Mrs Doubtfire •Horrid Henry •Coraline 3 foods you’d have for your last meal: •Chicken and rice •McDonald’s •KFC 2 of your favourite teachers: •Mr Buckley because he teaches me loads and is kind •Ms Charalambous because she is always there for me and is funny 1 day at school you’ll never forget: •Winning the £50 Westfield’s voucher!
3 ANOTHER PERSPECTIVE: STUDENT RESPONDS TO SYRIAN REFUGEE TALK As reported previously in the Newsletter, on ‘Calais Jungle’. Thaer began by telling us Thursday 27th April, the Oxbridge Project about the beginning of his journey, which and the Sixth Form was visited by a Syrian was also the most dangerous part. He first refugee, Thaer Batal. Thaer has currently began by walking from Syria to Turkey. In partnered with the BBC to tell his story Turkey, he then paid a smuggler to take him through the documentary, The Refugee from Turkey to Greece on a dingy. Diaries, which follows his story. Thaer recalled the dingy only originally In Syria, Thaer studied English Literature and being made for less than a dozen people Computer Science. Thaer's previous but actually having to carry over 50 people. knowledge of the English language and Luckily, the people on his boat arrived in culture was a major factor in deciding Greece safely. which country he wanted to claim asylum in. Despite this, in reality not everyone is so lucky and over 3,700 people died trying to When asked about this matter, Thaer cross the Mediterranean Sea in 2016 alone. replied if he didn’t know any English then he would have gone to a different country From Greece, Thear preceded to walk to such as Germany. Macedonia and Serbia. From there, he took a bus from Hungary to Austria. He then This would have prevented some of the passed through Germany to reach France. trials which he experienced such as the (Continued overleaf) Newsletter 19th May 2017
ANOTHER PERSPECTIVE: STUDENT RESPONDS TO SYRIAN REFUGEE TALK
Sarah Abuzaid, 9B
Thaer spent 3 months in the Calais jungle senior figure. This moment in the trying daily to reach England. Thaer documentary was very touching for many described the cramped and poor sanitary of the people who attended the talk (Thaer conditions in the jungle. played this scene to us) because it very significant in his journey. When asked about whether it was a positive or a negative thing that the ‘jungle’ After Thaer talked about his journey, people was destroyed, Thaer responded by saying had the opportunity to ask questions. Many in theory it was a positive thing but how it of the questions touched on politics and it was executed made tensions in Calais was interesting to hear a refugee's point of between the immigrants and people worse view of what was going on in their country. as many people became homeless. A particularly interesting question was Thaer tried to reach England by attempting whether he believed American airstrikes to climb onto the back of lorries destined were good or bad. Thaer believed that the for the UK on trains. Eventually, he reached airstrikes were negative as they often hit England. In England Thaer had to claim civilians as opposed to the target, ISIS. He asylum and then began to attempt to also discussed how he believed that this continue his education by applying to lack of accuracy would result in more universities. He received a conditional offer people supporting extremist groups. from the university of Westminster which relied on him completing his IELTS exam to This theory in more technical terms is known prove his competence in the English as the “Blowback Effect” which is a huge language. argument against drone strikes. We really enjoyed the talk and were inspired by Thaer Thaer received half a point less than what and his story. Westminster wanted, however he was able to persuade the university by talking to a By Sara Abuzaid of 9B
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CIRCLE OF TRUTH 2011: YEAR 11 STUDENTS FAREWELL Class of 2017
For many years, Burlington Danes has celebrated our Year 11 cohort as they transition into sixth form or a college of their choice.
The “Circle of Truth” has been an event that comes around annually, which sees our Year 11 students gather together as a collective before commencing their GCSE examinations.
Last week Friday was the day this event took place, and it was heart-warming to listen to the students – many of whom have been at the academy since Year 7. They spent some time wishing each other well in their future endeavours. More importantly, it was an opportunity to express their gratitude to the tutors who work so hard to ensure that every pupil has a fair and successful transition into sixth form.
There was lots of laughter and tears too as the event drew to a close. It was definitely a moment to cherish and one which we are certain will be remembered in BDA history.
We would now like to wish our cohort the best of luck as they begin their GCSE examinations, and we look forward to the big send-off as we have one last celebration at the annual Year 11 prom! 6 Newsletter 19th May 2017
LIBRARY NEWS
WEEKLY UPDATE BOOK REVIEW Hi everyone, How Not to Disappear by Clare Furniss
Designing biscuits with icing was so popular How not to disappear explores emotive last week that we decided to do it again… and challenging issues such as teen but this time we used cupcakes instead! It pregnancy, dementia and family drama. It was a bit trickier as the cupcakes did not is at times dark and emotional but it’s also have a flat surface as the biscuits did, but life-affirming and deeply heart-warming. A we made it work and the designs were fantastic novel of self-discovery and tragic amazing! family secrets- this will stay with you long after you have read the final page. A massive congratulations goes to the following students in Year 8 and 9 for Hattie's summer isn't going as planned. Her achieving their target of reading 6 books two best friends have abandoned her: this year: Reuben has run off to Europe to 'find himself" and Kat is in Edinburgh with her Samsam Ali 9A Omara Morrison 9A new girlfriend. Meanwhile Hattie is stuck babysitting her twin siblings and dealing with endless drama around her mum's Jaidon Andrew 8A Romarnie Lovell 8N wedding. Oh, and she's also just discovered that she's pregnant with Reuben's baby… Adonias Dawit 9L Anton Morgan 9D Then Gloria, Hattie's great-aunt who no one even knew existed, comes crashing into her Gabriel Ayass 8N Brandon Murphy life. Gloria's fiercely independent, rather too 8A fond of a gin sling and is in the early stages of dementia. Together the two of them set Zuhur Said 9D Sydney Williams 9A out on a road trip of self-discovery - Gloria to finally confront the secrets of her past Zabi Bakhtiari 8A Kaia Reid- before they are erased from her memory Clemenston 8A forever and Hattie to face the hard choices that will determine her future…
Here’s what we’re tweeting… Ms Moore
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SPORTS NEXT WEEK’S SPORTS FIXTURES
Sport Opposition Year Date Time Location Staff
Cricket Latymer 8 22.05.17 14.30 Away KIN
Boxing None Various 24.05.17 13.05 BDA FCH Exhibition London Cricket U15 24.05.17 14.30 BDA FCH/CRA Oratory
Cricket WLFS 8 25.05.17 14.30 BDA KIN
Football WLFS 7 25.05.17 15.30 BDA PRS
QPR None 9 25.05.17 16.30 BDA FCH coaching Here’s what we’re tweeting…
For more updates on sporting activities at the academy, visit our BDA sports twitter page: @BDASport 8 Newsletter 19th May 2017
SPORTS PE ENRICHMENT: SPORTS AND CLUBS TO JOIN
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SPORTS PE ENRICHMENT: SPORTS AND CLUBS TO JOIN
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SPORTS PE ENRICHMENT: SPORTS AND CLUBS TO JOIN
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PERFORMING ARTS
Hello, there is a lot happening in the music department next week…
All music instrumental lessons and clubs have started!
If you would like to learn how to play an instrument and play in music groups with your friends come along and see Miss Friar and Miss Botham in the music office.
Students who are already have lessons need to come to music to collect their timetable.
Lunch After School
DP04 DP02 DP Atrium DP04 DP02 Drama Studio Mon Strings Group Steel Pan Musical Tues Jazz Band/Brass Group BDA Choir
Weds Keyboard Club Intervention Thurs Senior Choir LETMEPLAY Fri Rock School Intervention
Choir practice every Tuesday 3.40pm in DP04!
All must attend to rehearse for our next performance!!!
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Bon Appétit
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Soup: Creamy Soup: Carrot & Soup: Chunky Soup: Sweet Potato Soup: Minestrone Broccoli Chives Vegetable Barley & Spinach
Chicken Tikka Breaded Turkey Mexican Chilli Curry served with Escallop served with Southern Fried served with Jacket Beef Lasagne Mint Yogurt a Spicy Szechuan chicken Potato Sauce
Stuffed Giant Quorn Dice Tikka Spinach & butternut Mushroom with a Mince Quorn Chilli Quorn Nuggets Curry Squash Lasagne sage & Onion Stuffing (V) (V) (V) (V) (V)
Plain Rice & Mini Jacket Potato Garlic Bread Spring Onion Mash Cajun Wedges Naan Bread on on menu: the Jacket Potatoes Jacket Potatoes Jacket Potatoes Jacket Potatoes Jacket Potatoes with a Selection of with a Selection of with a Selection of with a Selection of with a Selection of Fillings Fillings Fillings Fillings Fillings
Pasta Selection Pasta Selection Pasta Selection Pasta Selection Pasta Selection week week
Freshly Filled Rolls Freshly Filled Rolls Freshly Filled Rolls Freshly Filled Rolls Freshly Filled Rolls and Sandwiches and Sandwiches and Sandwiches and Sandwiches and Sandwiches
Next Next Grab and Go salad Grab and Go salad Grab and Go salad Grab and Go salad Grab and Go salad Salad or Grated Green Beans & Mixed Salad with Steamed Sweetcorn Carrots & Sugar Roasted Red Baked Beans Coriander & Peppers Snap Peas Peppers
Warm Chocolate Chef’s Seasonal Carrot Cake Served Maple Syrup Ice – Cream Ripple chip Cookie with Fresh fruit served with a Cream Sponge served with Mousse pink Chantilly with a Fresh Mint Cheese Topping Custard Or chef’s Special Cream Sauce Selection of cold Selection of cold Selection of cold Selection of cold Selection of cold Desserts Desserts Desserts Desserts Desserts
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Bon Appétit
Utopia now offers a wide range of ice- school time, and to all students after school. creams. Please see the list below for what we have on offer. We are also selling Slush Puppies at lunch times only to all students at 60 pence. All ice-creams are £1.00 each and are available to teachers and 6th formers during
ITEMS ON SALE PRICE
FUNNY FEET £1.00
CORNETTO £1.00
ORANGE TASTY £1.00
FRUIT PASTILLES £1.00
FAB £1.00
MINT FEAST £1.00
CALIPPO ORANGE £1.00
SLUSH PUPPIE 60P
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WORD OF THE WEEK NEXT WEEK’S THEME SUPPLEMENTARY FRIENDSHIP
Noun/Adjective John 15:9-17
noun “My command is this: Love each other as I 1. completing or enhancing something. have loved you. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s adjective friends.” 1. a supplementary person or thing.
OUR TWEET OF THE THE WORLD AT BDA WEEK!
21.2.17: World Day for Cultural Diversity “Fantastic session. Engaged students. 22.5.17: International Day for Biological Committed @ArkBDA teachers Diversity supported by @BBCWPress & 25.5.17: Africa Day @CMS_law legal professionals volunteering time. - Citizenship F’dation (@citizenship)
15 Newsletter 19th May 2017 NEXT WEEK’S DIARY This week’s diary and examinations Staff Y10 Barcelona Trip WIA Monday Various Y7 Enrichment till 16.15 (Sports till 16.30) 22.05.17 staff Oxbridge Project in F010 at 15.30 OHE Y10 Barcelona Trip WIA Tuesday Y10 Awards Assembly in the Burlington Atrium CRA/STO 23.05.17 Art and Technology Exhibition 2017 15.30 in the A SHA level Studio Y10 Barcelona Trip WIA AKE / Wednesday Y7 Awards Assembly in the Sports Hall 24.05.17 KHA The Alpha Course for the Sixth Form 13.15 in 115 WAD
Thursday KS5 Visiting Speakers programme Period 1 in 022 OHE 25.05.17 Y8 Awards Assembly in the Sports Hall FRT / KHA
Friday Y13 Year Assembly in the Burlington Atrium JEN 26.05.17 Y9 Awards Assembly in the Sports Hall BRI / KHA HALF TERM BREAK UNTIL 5TH JUNE GCSE & GCE Examinations GCSE GCE GCSE GCE AM PM Economics AS Monday Geography Psychology AS English Lit. 1 Unit 2 22nd May Unit 1 Unit 2 Music AS Unit 3 Physics AS Unit 1 Tuesday Sociology AS Unit Media Unit 1 History AS Unit 2 23rd May 2 PE AS Unit 1 Wednesday Business Studies Maths C2 Physics Unit 1 English AS Unit 2 24th May Unit 1 Biology AS Unit 1 Thursday Maths Non- Religion and Latin Unit 1 Business Studies 25th May Calculator (P1) Ethics 8RS0/02 BTEC Business AS Unit 2 Friday Chemistry AS English Lit. 2 Critical Thinking 26th May Unit 1 AS Unit 2
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