No images? Click here The Thursday PostThursday 23 November WHOLE SCHOOL NOTICESSir Anthony's Hero of the Week![]() Every week in assembly Sir Anthony shares a photograph of someone from whom he believes our pupils can learn. Sometimes they are connected with Epsom, and on other occasions, complete outsiders. Here, Sir Anthony details this week's inspiring individual, John Fitzgerald Kennedy. "60 years ago, the world was absorbing the news from Dallas, Texas. For the grandparents of children here at school, it would be a news story they would never forget, even to the point of knowing where they were when they first heard the news. My message to the pupils in assembly this week was that we shouldn’t focus so much on the death and the ongoing mystery around it, as on the life. I highlighted three powerful lessons, JFK's exhortation that Americans ask what they can do for their country, rather than vice versa: his vision that the US defend liberty and those suffering from tyranny across the world: and his daring ambition to get a man on the moon by the end of the decade. There we have it: kindness, ambition and service. Will we see Kennedy's like again?" APPLY FOR TICKETS: Our Country's GoodThe Epsom College Drama department is pleased to announce that tickets are now available for the Senior School Play, Our Country’s Good, directed by Damon Young. Tickets are free, but available on a first-come, first-served basis. So booking early is recommended. Performances take place on the following dates:
Our Country’s Good is widely recognised as one of the great plays of the modern era. Upon opening, it won ‘Best Play’ at the Olivier Awards, the Tony Awards and The New York Drama Circle Awards. It remains celebrated as a powerful, moving and frequently hilarious work that offers an impassioned defence of the power of theatre itself. Telling the story of the first convicts (and their naval-officer overseers) transported to the newly discovered land on the opposite side of the world, the play reimagines historical events. We get to know, care about and root for these real, complex and flawed people as they undertake the seemingly impossible challenge of staging the first play ever performed on Australian soil and in doing so rediscover their humanity. Please note: It is advisable for audience members to be 13+ years old due to the themes and issues explored, as well as some of the language used. APPLY FOR TICKETS: Carol ServicesYou are invited to apply for tickets to join us at our Christmas Carol Services. Houses have been allocated specific evenings for the services. VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED: World of WorkWe are hosting our annual world of work event for Fifth Form on the evening of Tuesday 23 January. We are currently struggling to satisfy student demand in specific sectors. If you work in any of the following fields, and are able to join us from 6pm that evening, we would welcome your support:
If you can help, please email Charles Conway charles.conway@epsomcollege.org.uk for more information. INVITATION: Ensembles ConcertAll parents are invited to the concert on Thursday 30 November, 7.30pm. It will include performances from the Symphony Orchestra, Concert Band, Barbershop, Acapella, and Funk Band. The concert will last approximately one hour, and refreshments will be served. Mufti Day for the Teenage TrustCharities Coordinator, Dr Beth Eliott Lockhart, would like to inform parents that a Mufti Day benefiting the Teenage Cancer Trust will take place on 1 December. A £2 donation for the charity is requested, and smart mufti is to be worn, preferably BLUE, the charity's colour. REMINDER: Toy Drive LaunchThis festive season we are proud to build on our longstanding relationship with Kingston charity Growbaby. In the run up to Christmas we orchestrate a Toy Drive across the school, including staff, to try and bring a happier Christmas to disadvantaged children in our community, in conjunction with this special charity. See the below links for further information on how to make a toy contribution. REMINDER: Festive Wreath-MakingThe Friends of Epsom College would like to invite you to a Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop at the College on 4 and 6 December from 9-11.30am. We are making a 10’ wreath from scratch using fresh moss, foliage, dried fruits, Christmas decorations and luxury ribbons. There are 20 places available each morning, on a first-come, first-served basis. The cost is £35 per person, which includes a small donation to the Friends of Epsom College. If you are unable to attend but still want to make a wreath don't worry! Jadegreen Flowers also offers DIY wreath-making kits, available to pick up from school on one of the above mornings. Each kit comes with all the fresh foliage, materials and equipment along with a printed guide and a link to an online class. Each kit costs £30, including a £5 donation to the FOEC fund. Book a place, or select your take-home kit, using the link below. FORTHCOMING EVENTS25 November
29 November
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1 December
7 & 8 December
12 & 14 December
THIRD FORM (YEAR 7)Lower School - December EventsThe Head of Lower School, Mr Ed Lance, writes to share several notices with you regarding the remainder of the Michaelmas term. Forthcoming events include a charity Mufti Day (1 December), the Christmas lunch (12 December), and Christmas Carol Service (15 December). See letter below for full details. INVITATION: Lower School ConcertThe concert will include performances from the Lower School Orchestra, the Junior Blues Group, and the 3rd Form Choir comprising all members of Year 7. In addition you can see some of our talented soloists from the Lower School. The concert takes place on Wednesday 29 November, 6.30pm and will last approximately 1hr15mins, and refreshments will be served. GIVE CONSENT / OPT OUT: Flu VaccineThe Child and Family Health Surrey immunisation team is visiting on Friday 8 December to deliver Nasal Flu Vaccinations, please see the attached letter. This is being offered to all pupils in years 7-11. Please complete the e-consent form by 4pm on Wednesday 29 November. LOWER FOURTH (YEAR 8)Lower School - December EventsThe Head of Lower School, Mr Ed Lance, writes to share several notices with you regarding the remainder of the Michaelmas term. Forthcoming events include a charity Mufti Day (1 December), the Christmas lunch (12 December), and Christmas Carol Service (15 December). See letter below for full details. INVITATION: Lower School ConcertThe concert will include performances from the Lower School Orchestra, the Junior Blues Group, and the 3rd Form Choir comprising all members of Year 7. In addition you can see some of our talented soloists from the Lower School. The concert takes place on Wednesday 29 November, 6.30pm and will last approximately 1hr15mins, and refreshments will be served. GIVE CONSENT / OPT OUT: Flu VaccineThe Child and Family Health Surrey immunisation team is visiting on Friday 8 December to deliver Nasal Flu Vaccinations, please see the attached letter. This is being offered to all pupils in years 7-11. Please complete the e-consent form by 4pm on Wednesday 29 November. THIS EVENING: Parents Drinks in WimbledonThe committee has hired Hemingway’s, Bar - 57 High Street Wimbledon, London SW19 for tonight for all the Year 8 parents. Please note - this is a change of venue. This is a chance for you to meet other parents from your year group. Please fill in the Microsoft Forms link below if you wish to attend. The event runs from 7.30pm onwards. MIDDLE FOURTH (YEAR 9)INVITATION: Middle Fourth Supporters LunchMr David Nuthall, Head of M4, invites M4 parents, guardians and supporters to an informal lunch before sports matches on Saturday 2 December. The lunch will take place in Main Hall from 12.45 to 1.45pm. Please complete the simple form below if you are planning to attend. GIVE CONSENT / OPT OUT: Flu VaccineThe Child and Family Health Surrey immunisation team is visiting on Friday 8 December to deliver Nasal Flu Vaccinations, please see the attached letter. This is being offered to all pupils in years 7-11. Please complete the e-consent form by 4pm on Wednesday 29 November. INVITATION: Parents Drinks in WimbledonThe committee has hired Hemingway’s, Bar - 57 High Street Wimbledon, London SW19 for Thursday 30 November for all the Year 9 parents. Please note - this is a change of venue. This is a chance for you to meet other parents from your year group. Please fill in the Microsoft Forms link below if you wish to attend. The event runs from 7.30pm onwards. Summary of Opportunities from the Head of Careers & Higher EducationMr Conway sends a weekly circular to Sixth Form students keeping them abreast of a range of careers, university and enrichment opportunities. Some of these are also suitable for younger students. UPPER FOURTH (YEAR 10)GIVE CONSENT / OPT OUT: Flu VaccineThe Child and Family Health Surrey immunisation team is visiting on Friday 8 December to deliver Nasal Flu Vaccinations, please see the attached letter. This is being offered to all pupils in years 7-11. Please complete the e-consent form by 4pm on Wednesday 29 November. Summary of Opportunities from the Head of Careers & Higher EducationMr Conway sends a weekly circular to Sixth Form students keeping them abreast of a range of careers, university and enrichment opportunities. Some of these are also suitable for younger students. FIFTH FORM (YEAR 11)REMINDER: Sixth Form Information EveningThis is an important opportunity for all current Fifth Form pupils and their parents to find out more about life in the Sixth Form and hear about the process of choosing options that is ahead. The event will take place on Monday 27 November in Big School. Refreshments will be available from 6.30pm, along with a chance to speak to members of staff with specific Sixth Form responsibilities if you would like to. The evening will begin formally at 7pm, with presentations ending at around 8pm. We encourage all parents to attend if they can, but the event will be recorded to watch back at a later date if this is not possible for you. GIVE CONSENT / OPT OUT: Flu VaccineThe Child and Family Health Surrey immunisation team is visiting on Friday 8 December to deliver Nasal Flu Vaccinations, please see the attached letter. This is being offered to all pupils in years 7-11. Please complete the e-consent form by 4pm on Wednesday 29 November. Summary of Opportunities from the Head of Careers & Higher EducationMr Conway sends a weekly circular to Sixth Form students keeping them abreast of a range of careers, university and enrichment opportunities. Some of these are also suitable for younger students. LOWER SIXTH (YEAR 12)REMINDER: Sixth Form Study Skills WebinarDeveloping effective study skills in the Sixth Form is vital if pupils are going to fulfil their potential, both here and as they move on to higher education. There is lots of support available at the College for pupils in this, but we thought it would be useful for parents also to know how we advise pupils so that they can support them as they study and revise. Please register by following the link below. Pupils are also welcome, but will already be aware of all the ideas discussed. The webinar will be recorded for those of you who are unable to attend. TOMORROW: Lower Sixth Coffee MorningThe Head would like to invite all parents of L6th pupils to a coffee morning on Friday 24 November from 10-11am in the Main Hall. Summary of Opportunities from the Head of Careers & Higher EducationMr Conway sends a weekly circular to Sixth Form students keeping them abreast of a range of careers, university and enrichment opportunities. Some of these are also suitable for younger students. UPPER SIXTH (YEAR 13)REMINDER: Sixth Form Study Skills WebinarDeveloping effective study skills in the Sixth Form is vital if pupils are going to fulfil their potential, both here and as they move on to higher education. There is lots of support available at the College for pupils in this, but we thought it would be useful for parents also to know how we advise pupils so that they can support them as they study and revise. Please register by following the link below. Pupils are also welcome, but will already be aware of all the ideas discussed. The webinar will be recorded for those of you who are unable to attend. Academic Updates From Mr Nick RussellThe Assistant Head: Sixth Form, Mr Nick Russell, writes to parents on some academic matters relating to the year group. Summary of Opportunities from the Head of Careers & Higher EducationMr Conway sends a weekly circular to Sixth Form students keeping them abreast of a range of careers, university and enrichment opportunities. Some of these are also suitable for younger students. |