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Dear Parent/Carer,
I am writing to inform you of an exciting innovation to support your child’s reading called Accelerated Reader. Some of you may already have knowledge of this as it is used by colleagues in our local primary schools as a tool to promote reading and improve literacy.
All students in years 7 and 8 have recently completed an online reading test which assesses their reading age and identifies a suitable book level for them to choose from the library. When students have finished reading their book, they will then complete a short online test in order to assess their levels of comprehension and whether or not they are ready to move on to the next level of text.
In order to promote reading on a daily basis the College will be introducing DEAR (Drop Everything and Read!), after the October half term holiday. Essentially, students will be given thirty minutes of a lesson every day to read their book, complete their book comprehension test if necessary and/or choose another book.
I will be holding an information evening on Thursday 14th November at the College from 4pm -6pm so that you as a parent can find out about Accelerated Reader and how you too can use the website to track your son/daughter’s reading progress as well as other sessions that I will be delivering to parents so that you may support your child’s reading and literacy skills.
If you would like to attend the session on Thursday 14th November then please email me directly; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or alternatively leave your name and contact details with the school receptionist who can be contacted by telephone 01404 42283.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Yours sincerely
Mrs Paula Mathieson
Assistant Principal: Learning and Teaching
Sky Sports Living for Sport visit – Friday 11th October
24 HCC Sports Academy students were extremely privileged on Friday to be selected to spend the day working with Sky Sports Living for Sport mentors David Hill and Alex Danson. Students experienced an hours session which included introductions to David and Alex and their sporting backgrounds. We focussed the remainder of day around the “Six Keys to Success”
- Mental toughness
- Hunger to achieve
- People skills
- Sports and life knowledge
- Breaking barriers
- Planning for success
These six keys to success are designed to help young people develop valuable life skills that will help them in and outside of school, now and in the future.
Our Sports Academy students participated in some teamwork practical sessions and had the opportunity to question David and Alex about their sporting careers.
David and Alex kindly offered to deliver a session on nutrition with Mr Robson’s Year 9 GCSE Sport Science group.
Follow them on Twitter: @DavidHill_GB and @AlexDanson15
Please see the document attached below. A letter has been sent out to Parents/Carers.
On 1st October more than 400 students at Honiton Community College opened their eyes to the wider world and explored the ideas behind global citizenship for the day. Years 7, 8 and 9 had lessons, assemblies and workshops based around the College’s recently developed links with secondary schools in France, Spain and Ethiopia. Visitors to the College included members of the local Ethiopian community, a formidable East African dance group, a French theatre company and a professional flamenco instructor. There was also the opportunity for students to try their hand at poetry, t-shirt making, French sports and to watch films from different countries.
More photos coming soon
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Dear Parent/ Carer,
September is an exciting time of year for parents, students and teachers. The year 7 students are experiencing their first days in secondary school and are settling in well, growing in confidence every day. If you have a child in year 6 you will be completing application forms for your child’s secondary school place, and if your child is in year 5 they will also becoming more interested in what the future holds. With this in mind we would like to invite year 5 and 6 students to the Open Day and tours.
We believe that College life is all about enjoyment and achievement. Visit us and see for yourself the commitment, challenge and collaboration that is Honiton Community College.
Open Evening
Tuesday 24th September 2013 – 6.00-8.00pm
The Open Evening will be your chance to meet staff and see examples of students’ work. All departments will share their passion for their subject through displays and demonstrations. Students will be show casing their talents and on hand to answer any questions. There will also be the opportunity to experience the ‘Innovate’ lunch menu between 6.15pm and 7.15pm. Collect your refreshments then tour the College, or pop back later to refuel.
College Tours
Wednesday 25th September – Friday 4th October 2013 at 9.00am
The tours are a great opportunity to see the College in action. Students of all abilities are successful here, and standards have continued to rise in recent years. The tours will last approximately 1 hour.
Transition Days
Monday 30th June (small primaries), Tuesday 1st July, Wednesday 2nd July, Thursday 3rd July 2014
This is when children in Year 6 join us to experience College life. They will get to know their tutors, take part in lessons, and ask all the questions they need to before the start in September.
Parents Evening
Tuesday 1st July 2014 – 6.00pm – 8.00pm
On this evening you will join your child to meet the Head of Learning for Year 7, the Leadership team and your son/daughters tutor.
Throughout the year stay up-to-date with practical information, events and achievements at the College by visiting the website www.honitoncollege.devon.sch.uk
We look forward to meeting you and invite you to be a part of the success of Honiton Community College.
Best wishes,
Miss Adams
Assistant Principal – Student Wellbeing
Devon Adult & Community Learning are working alongside Honiton Community College to extend the range of adult learning opportunities for people in the Honiton area.
We are keen to offer a programme of courses that reflect the needs and interests of the local community and are very grateful for your support in helping us seek the views of as many of the local community as possible.
We have prepared an online survey which can be accessed through the Honiton Community College website. Some people will prefer to complete a paper-based survey and we therefore enclose some postage-paid postcards. It is also possible for individuals to request a paper copy of the full survey by contacting The Kennaway Centre on 01395 223851 or by email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Please do get back to me if you if you have any questions or if you would like to request more postcards
With many thanks for your support
Jane Hutchings
Community Development Coordinator (East & Mid Devon)
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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