I LEARN TERM 2 FOCUS: LITERACY Friday 6th November 2020

A message from the Headteacher:

Our first week back after half term has been a busy one! I’m delighted that the Youth Literature Festival

will be taking place virtually and here at LMA next week. As I said in my letter to all parents and carers yesterday, it is very much business as usual here at Lawn Manor throughout the national lockdown period and we would be delighted to celebrate any positive news stories of successes outside of school in our newsletter, please just contact year leaders or the admin office to let us know.

Sandra Muir Headteacher

Year 7 Artwork

Year 7 art with Miss Townsend Year 7 have been developing their art skills, particularly using pen shading techniques to create bold designs. Over half term, pupils were asked to copy the work of an artist who uses these same techniques in their work. These are some of the amazing art pieces that were handed in. Well done!

The Headteacher’s Newsletter Weekly

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Head Lice s We have unfortunately had a report of head lice in the school. Here are a few tips from an NHS website regarding identifying head lice and how to get rid of them, which sometimes takes a few treatments. Head lice can make your head feel:

• itchy • like something is moving in your hair

The only way to be sure someone has head lice is by finding live lice. You can do this by combing their hair with a special fine-toothed comb (detection comb). You can buy these online or at pharmacies.

Treat head lice as soon as you spot them.

You should check everyone in the house and start treating anyone who has head lice on the same day.

Contact details Follow Lawn Manor on social media

As a school, it’s imperative that we have your correct contact details. At this current time, it has shown us that a lot of contact details have not been updated. We send a lot of information out via our text and email service which you could be missing out on.

Please inform the school if you move house, change contact number or have a change of email address. You can change your details via: [email protected]. Please state your child’s name when sending your details through.

Poem by a Year 9 pupil

Freedom by Maia

Freedom is putting pen to paper to write what I like. I can plan an escape route from the stresses of life. And straighten my curly tresses into submission. I'm free to be me if I like. Be in my bedroom all day, all night My safe sanctuary. But nothing is like being forced into modern slavery. And the cruelty of what happened in black history.

No pen or paper to plan a fugitive escape. The Headteacher’s Newsletter Weekly From slave owners who would not forsake. But hope was found amidst the corn, cane, tobacco, cotton plantations In the form of trails, mountains and rivers braided into many a ring worm infested scalp Corn rows and cane rows - like a treasure map. Gateways to freedom. Hope in those beautiful braids. Escape plans made.

A hope, a dream of a life running free. But is it a life when you're a fugitive free? Just like is it a life when you're a school refusee? Not putting pen to paper in a classroom of conformity? I guess it's better than a life of dehumanisation. I must be thankful for my education.

We all want freedom but freedom is not free. Someone somewhere is making a sacrifice for me. The corn in my popcorn, the sugar in my cake. Is someone forcing that human for what they can take?

Word Power

Word Power Well done to all those pupils in Years 7, 8 and 9 who took the opportunity over half term to increase their vocabulary knowledge by completing the optional homework on Quizlet. The results are: 7F earned 50 points for Fitzroy, 8A earned 50 points for Pleydell and 9G also earned 50 points for Pleydell. Pupils completed 256 tasks in total and 0000 mastered such words as deduction, hypothesis, alliance, demographics and posture. This is a fantastic start to our whole school work on learning vocabulary.

Word Knowledge Did you know that the word ‘demographic’ comes from two Greek words: ‘demos’ meaning ‘the people’ and ‘graphy’ meaning ‘the process of writing or recording’? You can also see ‘demo’ at the start of the word ‘democracy’, which is the system of government in which the people choose who rules them. This word has often been in the media this week as the people of the USA voted for their next president.

Stress Awareness Day

Stress awareness Day.

Wednesday 4th November was stress awareness day. As we re-enter lockdown we all have concerns which may lead to increased stress. For pupils who have up-coming assessments they may also experience higher stress levels than normal. It is important to remember that not all stress is bad. Feeling some stress can lead to improved performance / outcomes and ultimately lead to better Mental Health.

It is important that if you are experiencing very high levels of stress that you speak to someone about it.

Remember: When "I" is replaced by "WE", Illness becomes WEllness.

There are also things you can do to lessen stress. Why not try one of these stress management tips:

1. Keep a positive attitude. 2. Accept that there are events that you cannot control. 3. Be assertive instead of aggressive. ... 4. Learn and practice relaxation techniques (see below) 5. Exercise regularly. ...

Eat healthy, well-balanced meals.

The Headteacher’s Newsletter Weekly Mindfulness tip No.3

Using the senses

Be aware of your five senses (seeing, hearing, smelling, touching and tasting). To do this focus on one sense at a time, notice:

Five things you see

Four things you hear Three things you smell - Two things you can touch - One thing you can taste 5 x 4 x 3 x 2 x 1 x Remember you need to practise these strategies when you are calm so you can use them when you are not.

SWINDON YOUTH FESTIVAL OF LITERATURE

9th -13th NOVEMBER 2020

Next week is the Swindon Youth Festival of Literature 2020 which is celebrating 13 years!

We are going virtual!!! We are going virtual!

It’s a very exciting, busy week with lots taking place. We have virtual chats from talented Authors and Poets. There is an Illustration, Poetry and Creative Writing competition. Results to follow.

I hope you enjoy this exciting week and will be inspired by all the talented Authors we have lined up. There will be books available to buy and the authors will be happy to personally sign book plates that can be stuck into your newly purchased book.

Poetry competition Results

Poet- Ash Dickinson judged the competition - 12 schools entered and the results are in…….

Aysha (Year 7) came 3rd in the Year 7 - 8 category with her poem 'Freedom'

Mahnoor (Year 9) came 1st in the Year 9 - 11 category with her poem 'Freedom of racism'.

Ash said: “Personal but universal, a good use of repetition, particularly to create a claustrophobic atmosphere and very real fear. Powerful, desperate, an important message well told, its urgency present in fast-paced, punchy lines”.

What great achievements for both pupils.

Ash then chose an overall winner of the whole competition and I am extremely proud to announce that Mahnoor won.

Unfortunately due to Covid restrictions there will not be the usual celebration event this year, but we are The Headteacher’s Newsletter Weekly hoping to possibly do something virtual.

Winning poems FREEDOM OF RACISM

Three words, twelve letters FREEDOM... The chains are wrapped tight People like me filled with fright Freedom, such a powerful word It feels like we are trapped behind bars No matter where you go it's never unheard Scared to be who we are We search for Freedom Day and night Holding on tight to our fight Three words, twelve letters Freedom lies in being bold Being judged for something I can’t control Breaking the rules not doing what were told Part of a community but still alone Being told to go back home Freedom is being you We’re not welcome, we don’t belong without asking permission Taking control of your every decision Three words, twelve letters Not afraid to think outside the box We are the default, we don’t fit in,

Break away from this world's We are the ones with the wrong coloured skin Chains and locks The wrong culture, the wrong accent Trying to break free from the cycle we’re in Freedom is the oxygen to our soul Breath it in don’t let it go Three words, twelve letters The journey we take its going to be there Racism the forbidden word Grab it with both hands and enjoy it The hidden sin while you can The words that cut deep within Don’t let freedom go no matter what Once you’ve pressed start that’s it Three words, twelve letters You have began Racism is like cancer (deep within) We cannot completely cure it But we can control it Stop it affecting you, me, her and him Three words, twelve letters I want to know that there are no boundaries to restrict me Of who I can be Or what I can achieve I want to be free

Three words, twelve letters That changed the world

Three words twelve letters

I . cant . breathe .

The Headteacher’s Newsletter Weekly

Lawn Manor is looking for additional Governors to join our local Governing Body. The Governors’ primary role is to support the Headteacher and oversee the educational performance and overall direction of the school.

We meet once a term for updates from the Senior Leadership Team, Headteacher, Headboy and Headgirl.

This is a real opportunity for you to make a difference to the school.

If you would like any more information, please contact: [email protected]

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Swindon Youth Festival Of Literature 9th – 13th November 2020

• Monday 9th November – Poet - Ash Dickinson - virtual sessions = Yr 7 classes in the Library (timetabled classes - Lessons = 1, 3, 4 & 5)

• Tuesday 10th November – Main Event author - Steve Cole - virtual sessions = Yr 8 classes in the Library (timetabled classes - Lessons = 2 & 5)

• Wednesday 11th November – Headline Event - author Sally Gardner Yr 9 classes in the Library (timetabled classes - Lessons = 2, 3 & 4)

• Thursday 12th November – Main Event author - Steve Cole - virtual sessions = Yr 9 classes in the Library (timetabled classes - Lessons = 2 & 3)

th • Friday 13 November – Primary Event author - Mark Lowery - virtual sessions (all our feeder schools will be involved) 9th -13th NOVEMBER 2020 We are going virtual! www.swindonyfl.co.uk Swindon Secondary Schools are proud to present the 13th Swindon Youth Festival of Literature.

Illustration Competition 2020 Line-up Headline Event Poetry Competition Steve Cole Tracey Corderoy The headline event PARTICIPATING Due to the Dave Cousins SCHOOLS: Helen Dennis current will take place on situation we . Ash Dickinson are doing Wednesday 11th The . Phil Earle things a bit The Deanery Football School differently November with a . Ele Fountain this year and Great Western Academy Sally Gardner SYFL 2020 virtual link to best Highworth Warneford School . Karen Gregory will be a selling author Sally . Knife and Packer virtual event. . Mark Lowery Look at the Gardner . Anthony McGowan authors we . have lined The Ridgeway School . Jenny McLachlan up! Julian Sayerer St Joseph’s Catholic College . Ali Sparkes . Alexander Gordon Smith Funded by: SASH

SWINDON YOUTH FESTIVAL OF LITERATURE Your monthly library competition

MONTHLY LIBRARY COMPETITION

RESULTS October results: What book am I from

The top 3 winners were: Kieran 8F Mackenzie 9E Elli 8F Gemma Willis – Staff

Well Done to all. They each received 20 House points, bar of chocolate & front of the lunch queue passes for a week.

Well done to everyone else who entered- who will receive 1 House point.

Answers: 1 – Jungle book 7 – Skulduggery Pleasant 2 – Harry Potter 8 – Mr Stink 3 – The fault in our stars 9 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid 4 – Hunger Games 10 – A Christmas Carol 5 - Goosebumps 11 – Charlie & the chocolate factory 6 - Twilight 12 - Matilda

MONTHLY LIBRARY COMPETITION

November

Rules: 1. Fill out the attached answer sheet. 2. Crossword on page 1 & Clues on page 2- Scroll down on attachment 3. Your name, ILearn group and house at the top 4. Send me an email with your completed crossword to [email protected] 5. Wait patiently until the end of the month

Prizes: Chocolate, 20 HP’s, first in the lunch queue pass for a week Good Luck!!!!

Term 1

House No. of words House Points

Goddard 4,044,470 100

Fitzroy 3,053,135 50

Pleydell 1,741,314 25

30 million word challenge Term 1

Name Year Words FITZROY Ahmed 9 1,150,058 PUPILS WHO HAVE Saniya 8 163,470 READ THE MOST Michael 9 131,136 WORDS Sienna 9 121,413 Rio 9 85,481

30 million word challenge Term 1 Name Year Words GODDARD Mahnoor 9 496,841 PUPILS WHO HAVE Veeda 8 359,863 READ THE MOST WORDS Nazita 9 319,785 Michelle 9 317,318 Chrisel 9 239,078

30 million word challenge Term 1

Name Year Words Ella-Louise 8 361,011 PLEYDELL PUPILS WHO HAVE Ruby 8 124,122 READ THE MOST Marcel 8 68,567 WORDS Ryhanna 8 61,286 Sudiksha 8 58,594

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Facts Head lice \The prevention and treatment of

Head lice are small, six-legged wingless insects, Lice hang on tight to the hair, usually close to the scalp pin-head size when they hatch, less than match-head where there is warmth, food and shelter from detection. size when fully grown and grey/brown in colour. Full grown lice take the opportunity to move from head to They are difficult to detect in dry hair even when the head during close contact. Younger lice tend to remain for head is closely inspected. They very often cause itching, about 6 days on the head where they have hatched. Head but this is not always the case, particularly when recently arrived on the head. Head lice need to maintain contact with a host in order to survive. Those lice that leave the host voluntarily, or fall Head lice cannot fly, jump or swim, but spread by off, are likely to be damaged or approaching death (their Lice clambering from head to head. Anyone with hair can life span is about 3 weeks) and so unable to start a new catch them, but children who have head to head colony. There is no need to wash or fumigate clothing or contact, either at school or during play, are most bedding that comes into contact with head lice. commonly affected.

Magnified Head lice feed by biting and sucking blood through the photo of the human head scalp of their host. The female louse lays eggs in sacs louse and (nits) which are very small, dull in colour, and well louse egg (nit). camouflaged. These are securely glued to hairs where the warmth of the scalp will hatch them out in 7-10 days. Empty egg sacs are white and shiny and may be found further along the hair shaft as the hair grows out. Lice take 6-14 days to become fully grown, after which they are capable of reproduction. If you are at all worried about head lice or feel you need Head lice are not fussy about hair length or condition. more advice on how to cope, then you should consult your Clean hair is therefore no protection, although regular school nurse, health visitor, pharmacist or family doctor. (eg weekly) hair washing and combing sessions offer a good opportunity to detect head lice, and arrange Further copies of this leaflet may be obtained from: treatment if discovered. Department of Health, PO Box 777, London SE1 6XH Fax: 01623 724 524 (Email: [email protected])

This document is also available in other languages on request.

Picture reproduced courtesy of the Electron Microscopy and Histopathology Service at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.

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Detection Treatments

Head lice are well camouflaged and hide when disturbed by If you find lice, then there are two options. Whichever Option 2: The "Bug Busting" treatment method combing. They do not always cause itching, particularly option you choose it is important to recognise that neither when recently arrived on the head. They may also be few in will protect against re-infection if head to head contact is This aims at systematic removal of live lice by combing number and a quick inspection is unlikely to detect them. made with someone with head lice at a later date. You may through the hair and physically removing any lice found. The following method of detection is effective: therefore wish to undertake occasional checks during hair Success depends largely upon adopting a painstaking washing sessions. approach ­ as described in the "Bug Buster" kit. The kit, Wash the hair using ordinary shampoo, then use a wide which includes an illustrated guide and combs, is available toothed comb to straighten and untangle the hair. It is Option 1: Lotions and creme rinses using insecticides from some pharmacies, and by mail order from: easier to do this with wet hair, and using hair conditioner. Do not use lotions or rinses unless you find a living moving Community Hygiene Concern Once the comb moves freely through the hair, without louse. Check all close family/friends by the "wet combing" Manor Gardens Centre, 6-9 Manor Gardens dragging, switch to a fine tooth comb. Make sure the method, as described, and treat anyone who is found to London N7 6LA teeth of the comb slot into the hair at the roots and have lice at the same time, to prevent re-infection. Bug Buster: Help Line: 020 7686 4321 draw down to the ends of the hair with every stroke. Fax: 020 7686 4322 The comb must be fine enough to catch the lice - size Ensure you have enough lotion/rinse to treat all those Internet: www.chc.org/bugbusting Charity reg no: 801371 indicated below - do not confuse lice or their eggs with affected and follow the instructions on the packet clumps of dandruff or other debris. carefully, eg as to how long the treatment must remain Only one kit is required for a family and it is reusable. on the hair to be effective, how often you may apply the Four sessions spaced over 2 weeks are required to clear product etc. the lice, as long as the person does not catch more lice, in which case half-weekly sessions must continue. The product may be capable of killing eggs, as well as Actual size in stages of growth of the head louse. lice, but there is no certainty of this. Check for baby lice Some schools find it helpful to adopt a whole-school Check the comb for lice after each stroke as you work hatching out from eggs 3-5 days after you use it, and approach (where all parents check their children and through the hair section by section, so that the whole again at 10-12 days. family members on the same evening and treat as head of hair is combed through, then rinse out the needed). A "Bug Buster" Teaching Pack is available to conditioner and repeat the combing procedure in the If the lice appear to be unaffected by the product (some assist this process. For further information send three wet hair. lice may have developed resistance to a particular 2nd class stamps loose, plus a self-addressed sticky insecticide) or if the problem persists ­ then you should label to the above address. This can be undertaken on a regular basis - eg at take advice from your local school nurse, health visitor, routine hair washing sessions - to detect the presence of pharmacist or GP, who will be able to advise you on Taking part on "Bug Busting" days can help to prevent lice before they can spread. Check all family members at alternative treatments and explain how to use these to lice circulating, ie if all cases are identified and treated the same time and arrange treatment when lice are found. best effect. You should seek advice where whoever is successfully at the same time there will be fewer being treated is either under 1 year of age, suffers from opportunities for lice to circulate amongst children asthma or allergies, or is pregnant or breast feeding. and their families. NATIONAL STAYCOVID ALERT HOME 5 NOV – 2 DEC Only leave home for food, medical reasons, exercise, education or work You must work from home if you can Avoid travel unless essential Schools and essential shops will remain open Remember: wash hands, cover face, make space

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