In assemblies this week, Mrs. Godsell-Wright has been encouraging students to think of others at Christmas time and, in particular, those who may be homeless, unable to afford food or experiencing loneliness. Having explored what it may feel like to be in those situations, in order to show our support, we’ll be having a bake sale on Friday 13th, collecting food for local foodbanks and writing Christmas cards for those in our community who may be alone at Christmas. We welcome donations.
Following on from Year 7 last week, Year 8 have received their Book Buzz books and, as you can see, they couldn’t wait to get started! The English team are looking forward to discussing their choices during lessons in the coming weeks.
There was a festive feel at the late night shopping event in Boroughbridge on Wednesday evening when, following the switch on of the Christmas tree lights, our Pop Choir entertained shoppers with an eclectic Christmas medley. They were excellent and gave us a flavour of what is to come at the Christmas concert next week which is at 6p.m. on Tuesday 10th. All are welcome. 
Remaining on the Christmas theme, again this year we’ll be having an inter-form Tug-of-War competition which will be on Wednesday 18th December. Further details will follow. This coincides with Christmas Dinner Day. Then on the final day of term (20th December), students will be able to wear non-uniform with a Christmas theme if they wish. A reminder that school closes at 1.30p.m. on that day.
The English Department are currently running a Creative Writing Competition where students have been invited to write a Christmas ghost story. The deadline for submissions is Monday 16th December.
In sporting news this week, Mr. Field reports, ‘Monday saw the Yr7 boys compete in their 7 a side football tournament at St Aidan’s school. The boys played 6 games against Queen Ethelburga’s, Ermysteds, King James’s, St Aidan’s, Ashville and St John Fisher. The boys showed great resilience throughout their matches as they found the opposition from the larger schools challenging. They did manage to find the back of the net but unfortunately not enough times to register a victory. The squad enjoyed their evening competing and are looking forward to future matches where they can showcase their talents.
The Yr8 boys had the misfortune of competing in their second successive 7 a side tournament during a torrential downpour of rain. The boys showed excellent ambition and resilience in their approach to the games despite the unprecedented conditions. Due to the large number of boys wanting to play we were the only school able to field two teams in the tournament which allowed more game time for all of the boys. Both teams registered victories against King James’s and were convincingly victorious over St. Aidan’s to gain revenge for the County Cup exit earlier in the year. The games provided another chance for the boys to demonstrate their footballing prowess in the lead up to the ESFA Small School Trophy fixture next Friday.’
A reminder that we have a vacancy for a Parent Governor. If you’re interested in the role, further details can be found at the link below. The closing date is 9 a.m. on 9th December 2024. Parent Governor Link
Finally, a message from the Friends of Boroughbridge High School, ‘The Friends of Boroughbridge High School are running a Christmas Raffle online. There are some lovely chocolate hampers and other goodies to be won. Tickets are £1 each (plus a small booking fee to cover the cost of the platform we use) and can be bought online here: Boroughbridge High School
As it is an online raffle slightly different gambling laws apply and you have to demonstrate a level of skill by answering a quiz question as you purchase your ticket. The random question generated caught us out but a quick google tells you the answer! You’ll need to register to buy tickets and once items are in your basket and you check out it will have a link to do this at the top of the page.
Ticket sales will close on Monday 16th at 7pm and we will draw the prizes in time for them to be collected from school by the end of term. Chocolate prizes can be handed to students. A few prizes include alcohol that was kindly donated by parents but not used at the bingo night and these will need to be collected from the school office by an adult. 
All proceeds go to buying equipment for the school so please do ask your friends and family to buy a ticket or two.
Many thanks for your support.’
Have a lovely weekend!