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Volume 1: Issue 3 15th July 2019

The Editors Meet the student newspaper team.

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Hannah Dickinson, Yr10

I enjoy food and watching TV shows.

I’m in 10CSP and I am taking

Business Studies, History and

Creative Media for GCSE.

Elliot Fox, Yr9

I’m Elliot and I, like you, do not enjoy writing

loads. However, I get great satisfaction out

of finishing a large piece of writing, which

overshadows the effort put in hugely. This is

why I take great pleasure in writing on this

newsletter.

Niambh Barrowcliffe, Yr9

I enjoy writing in my free time. I have

a passion for learning languages and I

hope to be able to learn as many

languages as I can. I am currently

studying Korean and Thai.

Lily May, Yr10

Hi my name is Lily, I’m in year 10 and I

am passionate about graphic design

and art.

Alyssa Moore, Yr9

I enjoy drama and English Literature at

school. Outside of school, I am currently

rehearsing for two drama performances.

I enjoy reading and my favourite book is

Fangirl by Rainbow Kowell.

Maisy Taylor, Yr9

I enjoy Art, English, Spanish and PE. I

love learning new languages and

cultures. My favourite quote is ‘The

stars can’t shine bright without

darkness’.

Gracie Fedezsyen, Yr9

I spend most of my time

with my nose in a book

while listening to music

through my speakers. When

I feel inspired, I enjoy

writing short stories and

articles for the school paper.

Maddison Cartwright, Yr8

Some of my hobbies are to

chill and listen to music,

writing and hanging out

with my friends.

Graduation is a fantastic day to showcase students’ success. At the start of the year,

all students had the challenge of completing 10 pledges for each letter of the word

Graduation. They also had the opportunity to achieve Gold Graduation where they

had to pick 4 different pledges to complete.

Well done to all those that Graduated!

G – Generate donations for a charity

R – Research a career you are interested in

A - Ambassador

D – Completing your Bronze award for iDEA

U – Understand your place as a global citizen

A – Achieve in English (6 pledges)

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T – Travel with school

I - Independence

O – Organise and deliver a presentation to your class

N – Numeracy challenge

Y8 GRADUATION

SPORTING

HIGHLIGHTS P4

Year 7 Boys Football

In horrendous conditions, the boys played some superb

football to be crowned county champions. The boys have done

tremendously well over the season and really improved having

lost their first ever game 4-3.

Goal scorers were Ben (2), Christian with screamer from 20

yards in off the bar and Luke.

GSA were 2 nil up at half-time. It could have been 4 or 5 goals,

but for the fantastic Kimberley goalkeeper, who made some

brilliant fingertip saves.

Kimberley came out better in the second half, but the team

defended well and Ben scored again to settle any nerves. Luke

made it 4-0 with around 15 minutes to go (only 30-minute

halves). A tap in at the far post after a great run and pass by

Anri.

We were all completely soaked and freezing, getting back to

school for around 6:45pm, but it was worth it.

The squad now play in a champion of champion’s tournament

at St. George's Park, Burton on Saturday 6th July, having won

the Butlins, Skegness tournament.

Butlins Skegness Football Trip

This year was the 13th

consecutive year that students competed

in Butlins football tournament. All players had a great time and

we had some great success too. All players went up on stage for

the presentation and received an award. They got to meet Faye

White (Ex England Footballer and Captain).

South Notts Cup Champions!

After a successful tournament, the Year 9 football team

qualified for the finals against Toothill School. Having

lost previously against Toothill in two previous finals

they were determined to not lose again. They played

exceptionally well, working well as a team and beat

Toothill 2-1 after extra time. Well done to all the boys

on becoming South Notts Champions!

Cricket

The GSA Year 7 and 8 cricket teams both won their

respective groups and reached the semi-final of the

county cup but were ultimately knocked out by a very

good Notts High School team.

Previous matches

Year 7 beat Hall Park Academy 98 runs

Y8 cricket team beat Alderman White by 16 runs last

night.

Doubles Cricket format (16 overs paired innings)

Fin (4 overs for 30 runs – 2 wickets)

Matty (4 overs for 12 runs – 3 wickets)

Olivia (4 overs for 13 runs – 2 wickets)

James

Jacob

Sam

Dom

Danial (4 overs for 18 runs – 4 wickets)

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Year 7 Girls Basketball

Are now County Champions as they won the

county tournament on Thursday 6th

June.

Athletics County Finals

A number of students represented George Spencer

Academy at the Broxtowe Athletics Competition.

More than 20 students qualified

County results and qualifiers for the National

Finals.

Samuel came 2nd in 800m

Matt came 2nd

in discus

Year 8 Boccia

The following students competed at the

Nottinghamshire school games in the Boccia

tournament. The team have only played boccia on

one occasion so did incredibly well by winning

their pool, going into the play offs and achieving 4th

place overall. They played brilliantly as a team,

communicated well and remained focused

throughout the competition. Well done to Drew,

Oliver, Kelsey and Kane.

Year 8/9 Rounders Bronze Medalists

The year 8/9 girls’ rounders team represented

Broxtowe at the County Summer Games. The girls

played incredibly well with lots of rounders won

throughout their matches. With a tough semi-final

with 1 rounder difference, the girls took home

third place making them County Bronze Medalists.

Massive well done to you all!

Year 7 Girls Futsal

The girls’ futsal team got through to the semi-finals in

the futsal competition. They beat Ashfield 5-2,

Brunts 13-0. Well done girls.

Despite them making it through to the finals, the girls

narrowly lost 2-1. They played outstanding

throughout the whole tournament, receiving a lot of

praise from the opposition and officials.

Well done Nyree, Grace, Destiny, Isla-May and

Lucy.

U19 Boys Football

U19 boys’ football team won their semi-final match

against Carlton Le Willows at the start of the school

term. The game finished 1-1 but George spencer won

the penalty shoot out 4-3. They got through to the

finals against West Bridgford. They played brilliantly

and won the finals 2-1, crowning them champions of

the South Notts Cup.

Congratulations to the team: Ethan Warner (goal

scorer), James Brett (goal scorer), Elliot Ridley, Joe

Relton, Matt Hyde (GK), Aaron Ridley, Joe Bandoo,

Sam Parker, Liam Woodward, Oscar Barnett-

Connolly (Capt), Ben Hudson, Jarratt Hobday,

Bradley Jenkins and Bailey Davenport-Brown.

Year 7/8 Girls Football

The girls have played brilliantly this year as they

made it through to the semi-finals of a cup

competition. They competed against Arnold Hill

away. It was a fantastic game with great play from

both teams. GSA were drawing at full time but

unfortunately lost 5-4 in extra time. Well done to the

following girls: Nyree, Lucia, Ella-Grace, Sophie,

Grace, Destiny, Kayden, Sienna, Lucy, Isla-May,

Olivia and Libby.

SPORTING

HIGHLIGHTS P4

ART P5

Year 10 GCSE - Dylan

Year 7 – Jammie Dodger Observational

Drawings

What has been happening

this term?

Well done to 7ML/WH who

had their tutor group breakfast

in the library as their reward

for the Reading

Challenge/Library Award.

Library Events: What is coming up next?

End of Year Library Celebration: Friday 19th July 2019. Invite only!

Editor: Alyssa Moore

Library News P6

Library Squad

During June, the library decided to seek out pupils who

enjoy reading for pleasure to help out at the library as a part

of ‘Library Squad’. This was done via an application form

that pupils had to collect from the library.

They could apply for one of two positions: student librarian

or book pusher. A student librarian is involved in

maintaining the library itself, while a book pusher will focus

more on promoting the library and reading for pleasure.

Both positions require students to support the aims of the

library in school, make a valuable contribution to the life of

the school, help develop the library and the services it

offers, help the library staff provide the best library service

they can, make a difference to other students’ learning and

to act as a role model for other students.

Either position will improve communication and problem

solving skills, team working skills, responsibility and the

ability to think on your feet. As well as this, these skills will

be useful for applying for jobs in the future.

After the window for applications closed on the 14th June,

shortlisted applicants were invited to partake in a ten

minute interview and then from there the successful

applicants attended a training session and took up their

posts for summer term.

Quote of the term:

“If one cannot enjoy

reading a book over and

over again, there is no

use in reading it at all.”

― Oscar Wilde

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Library News

NEW YEAR. NEW LOOK!

From September, you will be able to use

Libresoft (new library management

system) to do the following:

Review and reserve books

Search the library catalogue to see

what is available

View your own reading records

Rate and review books that you

have read

What else has been happening this

academic year?

All Years

Brilliant Book Award Group:

January – March 2019

Harry Potter Book Night:

Thursday 7th February 2019

World Book Day: Thursday 7th

March 2019

Year 8 Read for Good:

November 2018.

Author Visit by Joseph Delaney

for Year 7: December 3rd 2018

Christmas Half-Price Book Fair:

12-18 December 2018

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Numeracy Challenge PHEW

TAKESHI’S EGGS

RESULTS PHALF!

1st Place: 7GSH

2nd Place: 7COT

3rd Place: 7GG

4th Place: 7ML/WH

5th Place: 7JGR

TAKESHI’S EGGS

RESULTS SHALF!

1st Place: 7SCO

2nd Place: 7BWL

3rd Place: 7SC

4th Place: 7JTI

5th Place: 7VA

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Every year we have two challenges days at the end of June before Spencer Time. These two days are known as

PHEW days and stand for Physical, Health. During these two days, each year group has the opportunity to either go

on a school trip, take part in sporting activities, educational talks and coursework opportunities.

Year 7

Takeshi’s eggs, sporting

activities and

educational talks

Year 8

Twycross Zoo, sporting

activities and

educational talks.

Year 9

Sporting activities and

educational talks.

Year 10

Alton Towers

Sex and Drugs

Year 7

Camp

PARS Rewards Trip to

Red Kangaroo

Trampoline Park

Year 11 GCSE Exams

All Year 11 students have finished their GCSE exams. Well done

to all and good luck for your results!

They also had their levers assembly on Tuesday 25th

June to

celebrate their time here at George Spencer Academy. Each

learning manager put together a presentation for their form to say

farewell.

Year 11 Leavers Prom!

Year 10 Events

Mock exams took place in June

Alton Towers Trip

Year 8

Graduation was held on Monday 24th

June followed by their graduation party

that evening. This was to celebrate their

achievements of completing their pledges

throughout the year and celebrating their

year before they move up to Year 9.

Year 13 Leavers Ball

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Year 9 Club Correze

In June, the time came for Year 9s to head to Meymac, France for the annual Club Correze trip. This trip gets

oversubscribed every year and everyone that goes thoroughly enjoys it! This year, almost half the Year 9 cohort went

on this trip and took part in various adventurous activities, with some students stepping outside of their comfort zone.

Activities included: high ropes, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, rock climbing, rifle shooting, archery, discos,

bbqs, orienteering and much much more!

Year Group News P9

SENECA

A revision and homework platform making studying more fun. Seneca

is an interactive way to learn official course content. Their web app

covers 150+ exam board specific courses condensing what students

need to know for their exams. The software is able to identify gaps in

learning. For instance, when you get a question wrong, the platform

will repeat the topic in different formats and their mart algorithm has

proven to make students remember topics 2x faster. Seneca is totally

free.

Sign up here if you haven’t already: www.senecalearning.com

‘Stay positive, work hard, make it happen’

Revision P10

Ethics Corner

Climate Crisis

Climate crisis is one of the world’s biggest problems right now and we need to start helping out Mother

Nature. Now I am not saying we all need to go vegan, go zero waste and bike to school, but we do however,

need to start taking responsibility for our actions.

According to recent reports, we have until 2030 until we cannot reverse climate crisis so unfortunately, we

have to start now because who knows, tomorrow could be too late.

The effects of climate change are not just harming that polar bear on a melting ice cap they are affecting us

too and the small things around us that can drastically affect our future and the human species in general.

In the near future, sea levels are expecting to rise by 32 inches. Storms and hurricanes could get stronger as

well as droughts and floods becoming a lot more common. Freshwater will also be less available.

If global temperature rises, an extra 2°c can lead to storming and flooding, especially in coastal areas. Seas

will become more acidic, therefore more coral will die, and food chains are corrupted. However, if the

temperature rises above 2°c rainforests start dying, dramatic sea level rises and a possibility of widespread

species loss.

However, you could be wondering what is causing such drastic changes to our climate and questioning why

these things are happening. The releasing of CO2 has severely gone up with the industrial revolution,

therefore, burning a lot more fossil fuels. In addition, with advancing technology, the energy demand is

going up and companies are refusing to switch to a greener energy source (because it is less reliable) which

is greatly affecting our environment. Deforestation is also a factor to climate change, especially since

deforestation is sometimes done to build farms, which produce cattle, therefore, adding to the CO2 levels

with the methane gas that is produced.

There are some ways we can help climate change:

Stop using single-use items such as plastic bags, plastic straws, single-use cutlery, and other objects

made out of materials such as those.

Begin purchasing 1 or 2 reusable bags or canvas bags.

Buy metal straws or reusable ones.

Anything you can do to better our world will help.

Editor: Gracie Fedezsyen

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