Latest News - Page 2
Sport Relief - Friday 9th March 2012
The children at Shobnall School always consider the needs of others and we were delighted to hear that Max Orpwood from Year 6 has decided to participate in a Sponsorship Event in aid of Sport Relief. Max has decided on an unusual strategy to raise money and that is to have his hair shaved off. Max has beautiful locks of hair and we know he will look entirely different. Well done to Max for showing great initiative. Anyone who would like to sponsor Max is asked to call into the School Office to sign his sponsorship form.
Before and after pictures of Max.
Netball Success as Children are Crowned District Champions!!!! – Wednesday 7th March 2012
It is with immense pleasure to announce that the school netball team have just been crowned Burton and Uttoxeter district champions!
The children were required to represent the Dove Valley schools as one of two representatives after qualifying through the league format in which they came second. It was a wonderful opportunity for the children to continue to demonstrate their remarkable skills and team work and they managed to do this so impressively.
The district finals were held at De Ferrers Academy on Wednesday 7th March on a cold and blustery evening. However, the weather did not deter our children and they quickly started their campaign with a 3 -1 victory over St. Modwens. The children continued to perform well with yet another victory over Rolleston, a 3 – 0 win. A 2 – 1 hard fought game against Anglesey and a brilliant 2 – 0 performance against Windsor Park from Uttoxeter saw us crowned as the District Champions!!
The children will now go through to represent East Staffordshire district at the Youth Games at Keele University on Tuesday 3rd July.
It’s exciting times for these children and it will prove to be an amazing opportunity to represent not only Shobnall but East Staffordshire. Well done children, we are all so proud of you!
Play Area Resurfacing - Wednesday 7th March 2012
We are pleased to announce the soft play area beneath the wigwam and Wendy house in the playground is being resurfaced so this will ensure a safe and happy environment for the children playing on this area.
Bikeability Training - Monday 5th and Tuesday 6th March 2012
Our Year 5 and Year 6 children have taken cycle training from the Bikeability Team. The children assembled in the school yard, complete with their own cycles and essential safety head gear, coats and gloves. The instructor gave them an introductory talk and health and safety issues, as well as general information such as locking up your cycle, when out and about in the local area.
They are now competent to start and finish a journey by road, including passing parked vehicles. They were taught the awareness initiative to always be aware of everything around them whilst on a cycle and signal their intention of a manoeuvre to other road users. A general knowledge of the Highway Code is essential for understanding road signs and junction markings.
"Wear Something Yellow to School" Day - Friday 2nd March 2012
A reminder that Friday 2nd March 2012 is "Wear Something Yellow to School" Day.
We are asking pupils, teachers and school staffto wear something yellowto raisemoney for the Great Daffodil Appeal 2012. This can be anything e.g. yellow hat, bag, tights, socks, wig, jewellery or pair of shoes - anything goes as long as it’s yellow. If you would like to find out more information about this appeal or the work Marie Curie does please visit www.mariecurie.org.uk
The grand total of donations received is shown on the Fund Raising page, under Community Projects.
Dove Valley Netball League Finals - Thursday 1st March 2012
The children competed in the Dove Valley netball league finals on Thursday 1st March. It was an opportunity for the children to continue to show off their skills and excellent team work. We started the tournament against Yoxall and won the first game 3-0. We then played against Needwood and after beating them we were faced with Rangemoor. Unfortunately we took our foot off the pedal and lost in the final minutes of the game 2-1. After this defeat we realised we had no other choice but to beat Rolleston in order to stand a chance of winning the competition. The children played brilliantly in this game beating the favourites 2-0. Our final game was against Alrewas where we achieved a fantastic 7-0 win. Unfortunately the children lost out on the gold medals on points difference to Rolleston meaning that we finished runners up, but most importantly qualifying for the district finals.
It was a great evening, fantastic support from the parents and the children were brilliant ambassadors for the school.
World Book Day – Thursday 1st March 2012
Thursday 1st March 2012 was World Book Day, As well as being invited to have a special World Book Day lunch (consisting of Gruffalo Grills or Mad Hatter pizza) teachers also swapped classes to share a story. Children have all received a World Book Day token which can be used as payment for a World Book Day book or as £1 off any book. The token is valid from 27th February until 25th March 2012.
We hope your child is able to make use of this token and we look forward to hearing about what they have been reading at home!
Football – Shobnall v William Shrewsbury – Thursday 23rd February 2012
The children played brilliantly! The atmosphere was electric as parents and numerous supporters cheered the two teams. It was a very closely fought match, both teams played exceptionally well, but “Lady Luck” favoured Shobnall on the day.After exhilarating cheers Shobnall maintained their early lead of 1-0 throughout despite William Shrewsbury’s relentless perseverance. Congratulations to all who took part.
