Latest News from St Martin's School
Dear Parents/Guardians,
As you know in November 2015 we launched ShowMyHomework at St. Martin's School. Now that we have been using this for almost two terms, we would appreciate your feedback. Please could we ask you to take some time to complete the following questionnaire to help us review ShowMyHomework. Survey closes Monday 25th April 2016.
Many thanks,
Mr. Lewis
Please see below information for parents/carers of Year 7 pupils
See GCSE & A Level timetables attached
Our year 10 pupils spent the day at Cardiff University attending taster lectures, including dental nursing, Japanese language, psychology, medicine and lots more.
Please see the information below for sixth formers:
Once again the Geology Department undertook an Arctic experience visiting the volcanoes, tectonics and glaciers of Iceland. The trip was led by Mr Lyons, Mr Richards and Miss Talbot with 24 wonderful pupils who were a real credit to the school. We arrived at Keflavik airport and went straight to the Blue Lagoon for an afternoon of relaxation. The students found themselves skirting volcanoes such as Kerio, the mighty Katla and Eyjafyallajokull. They walked on the volcanic black beaches at Dyrholaey and investigated the fast disappearing glaciers of the Myrdalsjokull ice cap. They also spent time at the wonderful Glacier Lagoon and witnessed the parting of the continents at Pingvellir. Perhaps the highlight of the trip was the appearance of the ‘Northern Lights.’
Please see the attached revision timetable for Year 11
On Friday, 18th March, the Teachers and Sixth Form took part in a hockey match in aid of Sport Relief. In what turned out to be a one-sided match, both teams fought hard, despite the Sixth Form team questioning whether or not hockey was a real sport! After five minutes, the teachers bagged a goal, despite the Sixth Form defence’s best efforts and some good play then resulted in Mr Thomas scoring on the brink of half time.
Play resumed, with the teachers comfortably 2-0 ahead. After a quiet period, the teachers were gifted a goal due to a goalkeeping error. The Sixth Form hit back though, with James Bevan tucking the ball in at the far post. However, the Sixth Former's chance of a comeback was crushed by a 4th goal for the teachers.
The game finished 4-1 in favour of the teachers, after an end to end match (and some questionable tactics from the PE staff!)
Account by: Jacob Thompson, Year 12
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Caerphilly Town Centre is currently having problems with youths partaking in an activity referred to as ‘Free-running’. Even though their behaviour is reckless we’re obviously concerned for their safety.
There will be a Free-running taster session at Caerphilly Leisure Centre on 10th April where the aim is to signpost youths to suitable venues where they can partake in this activity in a safe environment.
There will also be an educational thread to the event as well, regarding the dangers involved.
Following extensive consultation and a meeting of the school's governing body, changes to the school uniform have been agreed and the new uniform policy adopted. The policy will be effective from 1st September 2016.
A copy of the school's new uniform policy is attached.
Please note, it has been decided that, in its first year of implementation, school blazers will be optional in years 11 and 13 as we understand it may be the final year at St Martins for some pupils. School blazers must be worn by all other year groups.
Pupils take a walk to the Castle in aid of Sports Relief.