Last week's House Music competition was my first whole school event as Headmaster and what a celebration of the musical talent of our pupils it turned out to be!
The huge range of talent at this annual competition always amazes me. It is particularly impressive when you consider that the performances are all planned, arranged and rehearsed by the pupils themselves. I particularly enjoyed the wide range of musical genres on display from the classic right through to the modern. To see nearly half of the school’s pupils representing their House with pride and passion was a great joy.
My thanks to all the pupils for their hard work and commitment, both on the stage and in supporting roles, and to all of the staff who were involved in helping in a wide variety of ways, particularly the Heads of House, Mr Brown and Mrs Coomer in the Music Department, and Mr Latter in his first year as Stage Manager.
Pictures from the evening can now be viewed on our website by following the link in the article below.
Gary Hickey
Headmaster
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Talbot House crowned House Music winners
Last Friday saw the Sports Hall once again transformed into a theatre for the annual House Music competition. The event was a sell-out and over 400 parents enjoyed some fantastic performances with nearly half of all pupils taking to the stage.
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War Memorial Trust
The Trustees of the War Memorial Trust are looking for new recruits, parents or former pupils, who would like to be involved in this unique group, caring for the funds that are donated to the school in memory of those killed and injured in the two world wars. If you think you could help please follow the link to find out more.
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Commendations
Headmaster and Taylor Commendations are awarded to pupils on a weekly basis. Details of the awards and the names of pupils who have received commendations this year are available on our website.
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Modern Languages Spelling Bee Success
Congratulations to Year 7 pupils Rahul Smart, Callum Lawley, Alexander Rose and Thomas Cotton, who have made it through to the regional round of the Modern Foreign Languages Spelling Bee competition, to be held on Wednesday 15th April at Aston University. The boys managed to say and then spell in French/German several words in a minute.
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Youth Speaks
A team of Adams’ pupils are through to the second (district) round of the Rotary Club’s Youth Speaks competition.
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Sixth Former shortlisted for Young Person's Award
Congratulations to Upper Sixth student Oli Jones who was nominated and shortlisted for this year’s Newport Town Council ‘Young Person of the Year’ Award.
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Careers Fair
On the afternoon of Friday 20th March, our Year 11 and Sixth Form pupils will attend our careers afternoon. This is their opportunity to talk to local employers and professionals about career options.
We are always keen to have advice and information on a wide variety of career choices, so if you think you can help in any way please contact the School Secretary ags.secretary@adamsgs.org.uk. We'd love to hear from you. |
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Acting Lessons
The Drama department is pleased to introduce local company MOMO Academy of Drama who are offering acting lessons, working towards LAMDA Awards, after school on Friday evenings.
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Summer Ball - Sat 20th June 2015
Organised by the AGSS, the annual Summer Ball is held in a magnificent marquee in the beautiful grounds of Longford Hall. It is an extremely popular and wonderful evening , so please mark the date in your diary and spread the word to family and friends. Full details will be available shortly.
The AGSS organise a number of events throughout the school year. Read More
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Sainsbury's Vouchers
We are once again collecting Sainsbury's Active Kids vouchers. Any vouchers received from Sainsbury's stores, filling stations and Sainsbury's online can be left in the collection box in Reception or posted to school for the attention of Mrs A Brown.
Previous collections have helped us secure some ICT equipment, sports and environmental products and additional cups for prize giving, so we are very grateful for your support.
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AGS Bus Services 2015/16
Please be aware that the bus renewal forms for 2015/16 have now been sent to all those concerned. To retain a place on the bus, please ensure you complete and return your renewal form to school by Friday 20th March 2015.
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Family Quiz Night
A Family Quiz night is being held in the Sixth Form Centre on Friday 20th March 2015 to help raise funds for the Hockey and Netball tour of Sri Lanka. It promises to be a fun night so do please come along.
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House Rugby Sevens
Wednesday 25 March 2015
The AGSS will once again be providing refreshments at Longford for pupils, staff and visitors during House Rugby Sevens and would love to hear from anyone who would like to lend a hand. Please email agssociety@hotmail.co.uk
They would also appreciate any donations of cakes, cookies, crisps etc - by Tuesday 24th March please. All donations can be handed in to the school office.
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Hockey
Having made it through to the last 16 of the National Schools Competition, our 1st X1 hockey team went on to play some excellent hockey against Rossall School in a closely fought battle for a place in the quarter final. Sadly they lost by just one goal.
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Cross Country Round-Up
Our cross country runners have enjoyed a number of successes recently at league fixtures and at the Shropshire Schools Cross Country Championships, including a county selection for Arthur Charlesworth.
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Rugby
Congratulations to our U13 rugby 7s team on their recent Plate competition win at Packwood Haugh.
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Thank you
We would like to thank the parents who very kindly helped with sourcing and hemming material for our school exhibition stand and Newport Sports for the wonderful embroidery.
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