Congratulations to Rio Mundle, who left school to attend Norwich City Football Academy and has recently been signed to Norwich City FC; his first professional contract.
Wishing you continued success in your football career, Rio!
#followyourdreams #careermoves #hardwork #selfbelief
Just prior to the half-term, our Year 11 Duke of Edinburgh boys who are completing their Silver Award went off to the Peak District for their qualifying expedition.
A challenge taken in their stride (literally!) ….. great experiences, great camaraderie, great teamwork, great scenery …. all in all, a ‘great’ success!
This time they stayed in YHA accommodation to introduce them to a budget and self-sufficient means of being able to visit destinations without costing a fortune.
The DofE is an inclusive award programme delivered to young people: “A chance to discover new interests and talents. A tool to develop essential skills for life and work. A recognised mark of achievement, respected by employers. The hope is that they have fun, make friends, improve their self-esteem, and build confidence”
#doDofE #dukeofedinburghaward #silverexpedition #DofEatEGS #lifeskills #personalchallenge #achievement
Please see the football and rugby fixtures scheduled for the coming week:
Here are the results from the games last week;
Congratulations to the winning teams and well done to all the boys who played in all the games:-)
It’s that time of year again and the music department have started their rehearsals for our annual Christmas Concert. Tickets can be purchased via ParentPay or contact Mrs Watson in the Lower School office.
When: Friday 13 December 2024
At: 7.30pm
Where: Main Hall, Upper School
Dress Code: No dress code but something joyful or festive would be great!
Refreshments & Snacks: Available from the FEGS licensed Bar
Sporting fixtures for this coming week:
Please note: the entrance road off the high street by the Nationwide building society is closed to vehicles and therefore the only access to the school is via Little Park Gardens between Trinity Church and the Bus Station.
Research by the National Literacy Trust showed that poetry significantly benefits the lives of children and young people; ‘where a quiet voice can become a loud voice’, and this was so true in our Poetry Slam this year, where some of our pupils, who were initially nervous to perform in front of others, ended up performing more than one poem!
Marking National Poetry Day just before the half-term break, Mrs Rudolph held our annual ‘open mic’ Poetry Slam in both Lower and Upper schools making it accessible for all students. By all accounts it was an extremely fun event with all boys receiving merits, a sweet treat and a certificate to acknowledge their participation.
#nationalpoetryday #EGSpoets #poetssociety #imagination #creativity #lovewords #perform
The library has helpful books covering a whole range of worries that teenagers may have. The books include positive strategies for healthy minds and bodies, and will give you reassurance that you are not alone. The books will be on display (they can be borrowed) in the library. If you are not sure, please speak to Mrs Rudolph, Library Manager.
Positively Teenage gives you tools to approach your teenage years with optimism and understanding and to develop real wellbeing for life.
The media so often portray adolescence negatively but this book shows you how to approach these years far more positively so that you can really flourish and be in control. You’ll find simple strategies to develop a positive attitude, growth mindset, self-understanding, determination and resilience and you’ll see how those strengths will help you cope with any challenges, enjoy life and achieve your potential.
Full of practical, proven strategies for physical and mental health, Positively Teenage will show you lots of ways to flourish physically and mentally – from doing things you enjoy to learning new skills; looking after your diet, exercise and attitude to being healthy online; getting great sleep to understanding your personality – allowing you to take control of many areas of your life. With these new strengths and skills, you can survive any storms and thrive on the challenges of your exciting life.
Scattered throughout are POSITIVE BOOSTS: quick ideas for actions you can take to build positivity and wellbeing. Add them into your life and use your imagination and your new understanding to invent others.
Positively Teenage gives you the power to let yourself flourish, achieve and be who you want to be. Use your powers well! Be truly, positively, teenage! Stand tall, stretch your arms wide, take a deep breath and say, loudly (or in your head), ‘I can do this!’
“Nicola Morgan has that rare gift of being able to communicate science and make it fun.” Professor Simon Baron Cohen, University of Cambridge
