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We’re excited to announce that The Three Rivers Learning Trust brand has had a transformation to give it a more modern feel. Over the coming months you’ll see this logo replace the existing one on letterheads and other documentation.
There will also be a new website, containing all of the information about the Trust and the schools who are part of it.
Thank you to all who supported Slippers for Shelter and Children in Need by wearing a fantastic range of Christmas jumpers and slippers. We raised a total of ÂŁ279.32! Click ‘continue reading’ if you’d like to see our slippers.
On Wednesday 14th December Newminster and Chantry students put on ‘CHRISTMAS Spell Christmas’ at St James Church in Morpeth.
The pupils performed this funny Christmas play which tells the tale of a time-travelling TV News station, who report on the nativity story with hilarious results. Cue the wackiest ever nativity play including Mary and Joseph in the âNazareth to Bethlehem Donkey Derbyâ, 3 crazy Kings doing magic tricks and ‘3 Tenor Shepherds’ who are taking part in âBethlehemâs Got Talentâ!
The choir, chamber choir and soloists performed the songs to accompany the wonderful acting. With sound provided by students, tickets designed by Hope Hedley, year 6, posters designed by Matlida Willis, year 6 and mince pies made by Chantry pupils this was a huge school effort. Well done to all of the pupils and staff who were involved.
To see more pictures of the performance click ‘continue reading’.
Participating students were asked to design a bake off cake or bread. There were over 30 entries and these were narrowed down to a final ten. On Monday, the ten students were selected to bake and decorate a product with a special Christmas theme. Students brought all ingredients into school and made their baked product themselves.
With lots of great entries, the final winner was Fay Smith 8B (santa falling down the chimney) followed by runner up Zara Dolder 8C (rice crispy cake winter village).
To see the other fantastic entries click ‘continue reading’.
Here are our results for the ‘Fancy Feet Whirly Wheels’ challenge run by Schools Go Smarter, a National organisation that  helps children understand the benefits of travelling sustainably as an enjoyable part of school life.
At the moment we are second on the leadership board for Northumberland.Â
KS3 are actively involved in a variety of workshops, ranging from Breakdancing with Dance City, tasting healthy breakfasts, Bootcamp, volleyball with Nathan (an ex Olympic Champion) and peer massage techniques.
They will reflect on how to stay healthy and happy and are learning about the benefits of each practical activity.
Cameron said the massage was really relaxing and helped to stop stress. Daniel thought the Samba was exciting and Tyla said the Samba helped you to release any anger.
Watch out for their poster and leaflet designs promoting health and wellbeing and also the H&W mannequin challenge!
To see photos of the workshops click ‘continue reading’.
The Newminster and Chantry choir performed at Heighley Gate Garden Centre on Saturday 26th November 2016 to raise money for the Henry Dancer Days Charity.
They were wonderful and sang a repertoire of songs including some from the Christmas performance.
We received a lovely email from the charity:
“Just to let you know that you helped us raise ÂŁ740 today for Henry Dancer Days.
Many, many, many thanks for all your help and support. Please would you let everyone who was involved know of this superb amount.
Once again my sincere thanks. We are indebted to you for your wonderful, willing help.”
Sign2Sing Mascot
Sign2sing have revealed their new mascot who was designed by Ryan Rong, aged 12 from Newminster Middle School. His design was turned into a mascot for SignHealth by Jellyhead Studios, based in London, who have previously made mascots for the BBC, Asda and the Rainforest Cafe.
I think you will all agree he looks incredible! Well done Ryan!
Kampala is due to visit the school soon! How exciting …..!
Click ‘continue reading’ for some dates to remember
On Thursday 10th November the choir commemorated all those who fought for us in the 1st and 2nd World Wars, as well as those soldiers still fighting in Afghanistan and Syria, by singing in assembly. The choir sung a beautiful arrangement of Josh Grobanâs âBraveâ a song about not giving up and being brave in difficult situations. The choir sung in 2 part harmony creating a haunting and memorable performance.
Well done to all who sang! Choir rehearsals are Monday 3:30-4:30pm in the Chantry school hall for anyone who would like to join us after Christmas.
Congratulations go to Hope Hedley in 6P for winning the Methodist Church Christmas Card Competition. Her winning design, ‘Two Carol Singers’ will be printed and sent out to local businesses around Morpeth. Gift tags will also be on sale from the Methodist Church in December. The competition was tough with over 150 entries and artist judges, who sent many lovely comments about the designs they saw.
Thank you to Mrs Laidlaw and the Morpeth Methodist Church for organising this local community event.
