Friday 29th November
Good evening,
We’ve had a lovely week at school thinking about how we develop trust in each other. We talked about the words that we use and how some people confuse news and gossip. We thought about whether it belongs to us, it’s true and whether it’s kind.
Thank you to everyone that joined us for Merlin’s class assembly today. It was lovely to see and hear about their learning this term – they have all been working incredibly hard, so very well done, Merlins!
Also, another well done to Merlins who have completed their Mo-vember challenge. They have all shown fantastic team work and support for each other as they completed 1000s of laps on the school playground! Congratulations to them all as they’ve raised over £500 for charity. Well done! You have inspired Eagle class as they are considering a sponsored silence – that will be challenging!
Kestrel class had a lovely day out at St Lawrence’s church in Church Stretton. They explored the true meaning of Advent. They were great ambassadors for our school as they asked wonderful questions and showed respect throughout. Well done, Kestrels.
I look forward to seeing many of you at wreath making tonight (many thanks to Charlotte Downes for organising this) and those helping on Sunday.
Have a lovely weekend.
Mrs L. Edgerton
Reverse Advent Calendar
A message from school council:
The school council is setting up a reverse advent calendar again this year in aid of Church Stretton Food Bank. If you are able to, we are looking for donations of food and toiletries like biscuits, tins, toothpaste etc. This year, they are also hoping for some sweet treats that might help make Christmas special for someone in need.
Please bring in your donations from Monday the 2nd December to Friday the 13th of December. We will then take all donations to the food bank in the last week of term.
Warm clothes appeal – thank you
A huge thank you from the school council for your generous donations of warm clothes for refugees. We collected bags and bags of lovely warm clothes which will be passed on this week. Thank you for your support.
Christmas Dinner
Please use the link below to indicate whether your child would like a Christmas Dinner on the 18th December. We need to confirm numbers by the 7th December. Thank you.
https://forms.gle/rZZ4fUJWL6Q2SGez7
End of Day December
Please complete your child’s end of day form for December by Thursday 28th November.
Thank you for your support.
https://forms.gle/iDh8TGp8VmBAQ5jH7
School Circle Non Uniform Day – Friday 13th December
School Circle would like to propose a festive non uniform day for Friday 13th December for all children and instead of the usual £1 donation that children come in with, we are asking that children bring in an item from home from the list below that would be suitable for the upcoming Frost Fayre on Sunday 15th December. As always this is an optional suggested donation for the fayre.
We are also planning to run a small Elves Workshop where children can come and purchase a small gift that we can wrap up for them to take away, its an opportunity for the children to perhaps purchase a gift for parents or family members independently, and we would really appreciate any small unwanted or second hand gifts that you might be able to spare.
Items required:
Jolly Jam Jars
Raffle Prizes
Booze for the raffle (please take care when sending this in with your children to school)
Small gifts such as scented candles/gently used books/unwanted gifts/old games & toys etc
Any questions about this please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Frost Fayre planning group, and as always thank you in advance for your help and generosity.
Unnamed lost property
We have a large amount of unnamed lost property in school so weather permitting, we will set up a table outside school on Monday.
If your child has lost a branded school cardigan or sweatshirt, please email or visit the office.
Decorating School for Christmas – This Sunday!
Can you spare some time to help decorate the school this Sunday December 1st?
Please come along for however long you are able to. We will be making things merry and bright between 1pm and 3 pm.
Christmas Popcorn and PJ Party
Jump into the festive season! Come along to our Popcorn and PJ Party.
Tickets can be booked on Parent Pay. We look forward to seeing you there!
Frost Fayre – Sun 15th Dec
We’d love you to invite friends and family along too – the more the merrier!
Please remember to bring plenty of change along with you!
December dates for the diary
End of Day December
Please complete your child’s end of day form for December by Thursday 28th November.
Thank you for your support.
https://forms.gle/iDh8TGp8VmBAQ5jH7
November 100 Club Winners
Thank you to everyone who supports the 100 Club fundraiser. Congratulations to the winners for November:
1st Prize (£25) number 91 Lynne James
2nd Prize (£10) number 38 Joanne Stephens
3rd Prize (£5) number 15 Brendan Mallon
Numbers were drawn independently by a member of School Circle.
Many thanks for your continued support
Merlins’ Movember Challenge
Merlins’ Movember Challenge
After 5 days and 2000 laps of the field, Merlins have completed their Mo-ve for Movember challenge. The class has collectively run 60km every day, 300km across the week, raising money for the Movember charity. So far they have raised an amazing £577, smashing their £300 target.
Well done to all involved and a big thank you to everyone who has support them.
If you would like to add to their sponsorship total, please see the QR code and url link below or search for ‘Merlins Class’ on the Movember website.
https://movember.com/m/15354397?mc=1
Stay and Play
Parking
Please take care when parking outside school at drop off and pick up. Please keep the pavements clear as families with prams/pushchairs are having to walk in the road.
Many thanks.
Job vacancy – come and join our team!
Casual Caretaker Level 1b
Grade 4 SCP 5, £12.85 per hour
Casual contract with hours as required
Hours per week: 0 hour contract
Required ASAP
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and skilled practitioner to join our team at Longnor. The role will include property and site maintenance throughout the year. The flexible contract is dependent upon workload and upon site checks.
Closing Date: 15/12/24
Interview Date: tbc
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
For further information and an application pack contact the school office on 01743 718493 or email admin@longnorschool.co.uk
Please see our school website for more information: website.
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