On Monday 27th March the Music Department held a recital evening to give GCSE and A Level Music students an opportunity to perform their exam pieces. It was a lovely evening which was very well supported by family and friends of the performers. The students performing were Holly Middleton, Joe Larkin, Keaton Haydon, Maddy Ford, Luca Gasparini, Ellie Kendall and Yann Risley, who all performed flawlessly. We were also very lucky to have performances from Charlie Potts who having left St Nicholas’ in 2019, now studies Music at St Peters College Oxford University. Fr Peter who studied at the RNCM before studying for the Priesthood also performed a beautiful piece on the piano by the Russian composer Rachmaninoff. For many of the students it was their first opportunity to perform solo pieces to an audience and for the A Level students a vital opportunity as this time next year they will perform their final recital to a visiting examiner!
U15 Cheshire Cup
The Year 10 football team took the short trip over to Moss Farm to play Lymm in the semi-final of the Cheshire Cup on Friday 24th March. Lymm started the game on the front foot and capitalised as they went 1-0 up 10 minutes before half-time. In tough windy conditions we shown composure in possession and just before half-time we equalised to make it 1-1. In the second half, with the wind in our favour we started to create opportunities and shortly after the break we went 2-1 up. After a frantic second half full of twists and turns, the game finished 6-3 to St Nicholas. The boys have showed great character throughout the competition and are now looking forward to the final. The final will be held at Middlewich Town FC on Wednesday 26th April at 4pm.
Year 9 had the pleasure of receiving a presentation from the Royal Air Force Cadets, Knutsford squadron during their assembly on Tuesday. The group heard all about the opportunities it provides and how to get involved. Two of our very own Year 8s Luca Friscuolo and James Connolly-Aston also attended looking super smart and sharing their experiences with us. Thanks all!
Reading poetry can help teenagers improve their vocabulary, language skills, and ability to communicate effectively. Poets often use figurative language, imagery, and other literary devices that can help expand a teenager’s ability to express themselves.
Poetry often encourages readers to think outside the box and explore their own creative ideas. Teenagers can benefit from engaging with different styles of poetry, which can inspire them to think creatively and develop their own unique perspective.
Many poems deal with themes of love, loss, and other emotional experiences that teenagers may be going through. Reading and writing poetry can help teenagers better understand and express their own emotions and can provide a healthy outlet for processing difficult experiences.
Poetry often explores diverse perspectives and experiences, which can help teenagers develop empathy and understanding for others. Exposure to different voices and experiences can also help teenagers become more informed and open-minded.
Poetry can be complex and nuanced, requiring readers to engage in careful analysis and critical thinking. This can help teenagers develop these skills, which are valuable in all areas of life.
Lost property will be displayed in the hall next week.
If your child has lost their coat or PE items please encourage them to have a look.
There are also a few items from the Year 7 residential.
All lost property will be sent to charity by the end of the term.
Well done to these winners of the attendance award
The nurses will be in school for HPV vaccinations on Tuesday 25th and Wednesday 26th April.
Year 8 students need to have consent before the vaccination. Please submit consent here https://www.cwpstartingwellimms.co.uk/Forms/HPV by 12 NOON MONDAY 24TH APRIL The code for the school is CP111450.
Year 9 will be receiving their second dose – no consent needed.
This week’s jackpot winning number is 205144 and one of our supporters has won £12.90 in the draw. This kind recipient donated their winnings to school. Thank you very much. 😊https://www.yourschoollottery.co.uk/lottery/school/st-nicholas-catholic-high-school
Monday Lunch Woodwind Ensemble
Tuesday Lunch GCSE Theory
Wednesday Lunch GCSE coursework
Monday lunch – Year 8 Technology Club in T3
Monday lunch – Woodwind Ensemble in 1M
Monday lunch – Art Club in A1
Monday lunch – Year 7 & 8 Badminton/Table Tennis in Sports Hall (NJS/JC)
Monday lunch – Art Club in A1
Monday lunch – iMedia Support for Year 11 in C2
Tuesday lunch – Computing Club in C3
Tuesday lunch – Science Club (for KS3) S5
Tuesday lunch – Art Club in A1
Tuesday lunch – Lunchtime Mass in the Chapel
Tuesday lunch or Thursday after school – KS4/5 Spanish Film Club in L5
Tuesday lunch – Year 9 Badminton/Table Tennis in Sports Hall (LF)
Tuesday lunch- Year 11 GCSE PE Revision in PE1 (NJS)
Tuesday after school 3.15 – 4.30 – Performing Arts Club in DS1
Tuesday lunch – iMedia Support for Year 11 in C2
Wednesday lunch – MUSIC GCSE COURSEWORK in 1M
Wednesday lunch – Dungeons and Dragons Club in B2
Wednesday lunch – week 1 – Book Club in the Library
Wednesday 5th April – SCHOOL CLOSES
Wednesday 19th April – SCHOOL REOPENS
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