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Text Box: On a very rainy morning in October, we (Year 12) set off on a visit to the University of Kent. When we got there we split into small groups and were given a tour of the Canterbury campus by one of its students. We got to see the halls of residence, the classrooms, the library (which has over a million books!) and many other facilities. My friends and I all agreed that the campus had a great atmosphere and that we would all consider this university when choosing one next year. After the tour we listened to a talk on the advantages of studying at university and the financial side of university life. I found both talks incredibly informative and helpful.

Year 12 at Kent University

Next, we went to the cafeteria for lunch and were quite impressed by the wide range of choices available (and the ketchup dispenser!)

Lastly we attended a physics lecture and, to the surprise of many of us, it was the highlight of our day! We were shown lots of different experiments (many of which we were invited to take part in) and we all took great pleasure in testing the "magic" green ice cream!

The journey home flew by with a few games of charades (how bizarre) and almost everyone agreed that the day had been a fun and interesting insight into university life.

Article by E. Hart

Outdoor Education

Year 11 Sports Studies group attended a number of sessions on a range of water sports at the Docklands Centre this term. These included: canoeing, sailing, dragon boating and raft building. The group enjoyed working and ‘playing’ in a completely different environment. They saw the value of team work, patience and commitment in achieving a task. They hope to begin climbing next term.

A small group of selected students also attended an eight week kayaking course at UEL. As a result of this, William Isbell was selected to represent the Borough at the Youth Games held at Crystal Palace.

Cricket

Five students have been selected for the District Cricket trials this year. William Isbell, Karl Scammell, James Bird, Dale Williams and Scott Brooks. It is a gruelling selection procedure, with high level cricketers from around the borough and we wish them good luck.

Sport Results:

Year 7 Boys Football

SRS vs Robert Clack Lost 4-3

Year 8 Boys football

SRS vs Eastbury Won 4-0

SRS vs Southend High Lost 7-0

SRS vs Dagenham Park Lost 4-3

SRS Vs Robert Clack Won 4-2

Year 8 Girls Football

SRS vs Cumberland (Essex Cup) Won 9-0

SRS vs Langdon (Essex Cup) Lost 5-3

Year 10 Football

SRS vs Swaeyne (Essex Cup) Won 4-1

Activity Spotlight

Friday	15th December	2006	Last day of term - students will be dismissed at approximately midday
Wednesday	3rd January	2007	All students return to school after the Christmas Holiday at the normal time (8:50am)
Wednesday	10th January	2007	16+ Recruitment Fair
			7:00pm PTFA Committee Meeting
Monday	15th January	2007	Year 10 Middle Band Core Subject exams begin (3 Days)
Monday	29th January	2007	Staff Training Day—School closed to students
Thursday	1st February	2007	Year 9 Parents Evening (Subject Staff)
Thursday	8th February	2007	Year 11 Parents Evening (Subject Staff)
Friday	9th February	2007	RESPECT Show
			Last day of school before Half Term Holiday—school closes at 3:00pm
Monday	19th February	2007	All students return to school after the Half Term Holiday at the normal time (8:50am)