Year 5 WC 27th January

Date: 30th Jan 2025 @ 2:16pm

We had a very exciting start to the week with a visit from David Coleman, an ex-royal marine, who came into school to share his story. He spoke to us about building resillience and trying new things in order to achieve our full potential. David talked about the challenges he faces and the choices he had to make to get to where he is today. Sometimes he had to do things he didn't want to but knew he had to challenge himself in order to learn and grow. During his first tour of Afghanistan, David was hit by a grenade which led to him needing life-saving surgery. He was given the chance to go home once he had recovered, but he chose to stay with his squad who were depending on him and he wanted to continue helping people safely escape the war zone. He could have taken the easy option but he never did. The children were so inspired by David's story. Here are just a few of the quotes from the children in Year 5:

"David has inspired me not to give up so easily in the future and pick myself up when I'm in difficult times."

"David has taught me to be resilient. Even when times get tough I can always smile and be happy. He has reminded me to never give up no matter what."

"David has inspired me to try to be like him because if he was scared he wouldn't give up. Also he has made me feel courageous and determined."

"I have taken away from David that I should never give up and keep on trying. I should help other people and help them get back on again. David has inspired me to keep on trying and to never give up."

Yesterday, we visited Holmes Chapel Comp for our first live Singfest rehearsal. The children's behaviour was fantastic as usual and we were very pleased with how hard they all tried. The performance will be during the school day on Wednesday 26th March at the Town Hall in Congleton. Once we have confirmed timings, I will send out more information about the plan for the day.

Next week, we are very much looking forward to seeing you at our next Learning Exhibition. The children will also be giving you a taster of what's to come at Singfest!

Also on Thursday next week, there will be no Forest School as Year 5 are taking part in a play leaders programme in the afternoon. Please can they come to school in their PE kit that day (as well as Wednesday).

We hope you have a lovely weekend.

Mrs Field and Mr Cotton

Year 5 WC 27th January

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