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Welcome to the Year 10 Information Evening

Please remember to sign in at the back of the hall

Welcome to the Year 10 Information Evening

Reformed GCSES (PH) English Literature – Natalie Keogh Maths – (PH) Careers Guidance – Sarah Beeton Work Experience – Jacqui Griffin Bronze Duke of Edinburgh – (PH)

• All rests on the final exam
• Little or no coursework/controlled assessment
• Significant increase in subject content (A Level)
• Students need to learn facts/quotes/formulae
• In most subjects no Foundation/Higher tiered

papers

• They are much tougher, more rigorous, than

previous GCSEs

Reformed GCSEs

Reformed GCSE grading system

New GCSE Approximate Equivalence to Old GCSE 9 Top 25% of those previously achieving an A* 8 A* 7 A 6 B 5 2/3 of a grade higher than current C 4 C 3 D 2 E 1 F/G

A change from Criterion Referencing to Norm Referencing

Norm Referencing: The candidate needs to score the same in the exam as the top XX% of students in the whole of England Criterion referencing: To achieve a grade 7 the candidate must demonstrate the ability to . . . .

What can you do to help support your child?

• Provide them with a comfortable working environment free from

distractions

• Encourage them to complete all homework fully and if they don’t

have homework use their subject study/revision guides to make notes related to recent lessons. Actively learn content.

• Encourage them to plan their revision and prepare thoroughly for

exams

• Encourage them to take plenty of exercise, eat healthily and drink

plenty of water

• If they find it helpful offer to test them and encourage them to

explain what they are learning to you

• Keep an eye on internet use – there are some great online resources

but the internet and social media can be a huge distraction too

• If they are unsure encourage them to talk to their teachers – most

are happy to be contacted by email

What can you do to help support your child?

Above all – be in control, take the flak:

Phone/Tablet/Laptop/Internet Going Out Time in front of the TV Sleep Check with school first – don’t believe everything you’re told!

English Literature in 2020

Why do we do it?

• 1. Fewer exams next year!
• 2. Students can prioritise their revision and independent work

(especially with a head start in Year 9).

• 3. Experience of and insight into the rigours of GCSE examination.
• 4. Allows us to focus on English Language in Year 11.

English Literature in 2020

Assessed entirely through closed book examination.

Paper 1 13th May 2020

• 1 hour 45 minutes
• 64 marks
• 40% of the GCSE
• Two extract-based essay

questions

• Section A: Shakespeare play
• Section B: 19th century

novel

• Also marked for SPAG

Paper 2 21st May 2020

• 2 hours 15 minutes
• 64 marks
• 60% of the GCSE
• Section A: Modern play
• Section B: AQA Anthology

poetry comparison

• Section C: Unseen poetry

analysis/comparison

• Also marked for SPAG

English Literature in 2020

What will we study?

Paper 1 Paper 2

The Tempest: Miss Thrower Romeo and Juliet: Mrs Keogh/Mr Spice Macbeth: Miss Gazard/Mr Davis/ Mr Hodson/Mrs Merrett All:

• A Christmas Carol
• Blood Brothers
• AQA Anthology: Cluster 2

Power and Conflict

English Literature in 2020

What do we offer?

1. Carefully planned curriculum coverage. 2. Teaching expertise – 73 years of it! 3. Experienced AQA Examiners; frequent moderation. 4. Regular assessments with individual, targeted feedback. 5. PPEs that replicate the exam experience. 6. A Year 10-only Revision Café (from October half-term). 7. Exam focused homework activities (from February half-term)

English Literature in 2020

What do we expect?

• 1. Commitment to success.
• 2. Positive learning behavior – EVERY lesson counts!
• 3. Willingness to study independently - Know the texts.

4. Willingness to ‘get it wrong’ (then make it better next time).

‘You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose.’ Dr Seuss Oh, The Places You’ll Go!

English Literature in 2020

How can you help?

1. Positive encouragement – they can do it. 2. Support independent study – regular, varied, active. 3. Watch the texts in performance (theatre or film) 4. Buy (and make them use!) text guides or revision books. 5. Encourage them to attend the revision café. 6. Ensure that they keep up to date with class and homework.

‘You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose.’ Dr Seuss Oh, The Places You’ll Go!

Assessments take place once per half term

 Consolidate class work each week  Create revision resources as you go along  Re-visit earlier work  Revise regularly for 20 to 30 minutes per session  Focus on what you can’t do yet and respond to feedback  Revise Maths by practising lots of questions

Homework is set every week

For learning tasks (memorising key facts and formulas)

 Use flash cards  Test yourself with someone else  Re-visit regularly to keep it fresh

For written tasks (applying skills to answer questions)

 Be resourceful – look things up and don’t give up

 Complete it in full and on time  Ask for advice

For Mathswatch (online) tasks

 Use the video tutorials to help  Monitor your revision on the ‘My Progress’ section

Good numeracy is essential at every level

 There are now more problem-solving questions, which involve numerical methods  You need to be confident calculating with

• positive and negative whole numbers
• decimals
• fractions

There are lots of resources available to help  Mathswatch  Revision guide and workbook  Learning booklet containing keys facts and formulas to memorise  Revision papers and questions in the Shared Area  Maths PLC  Lunchtime drop-in session every week  Teachers are always happy to help outside lessons

Parents …

Help them set aside time to revise in a quiet space Test them on key facts and formulas Check the quality of their homework – are they being resourceful? Sit down with them – go through marked work and test evaluations Make sure they are fully equipped

Students complain of information

• verload - Navigating the range of

career opportunities available is more complex and challenging than ever before.

Why is Careers education and guidance more important now than ever ?

The Careers Education Programme - Encourages and inspires students:-

• To explore careers and post 16

pathways.

• Understand where different educations

and training routes will take them

• Take ownership of their Career Plans.
• To aim high and be ambitious
• Make well informed decisions.

Research careers and Post 16 Options:-

• www.prospects.ac.uk
• www.nationalcareersservice.gov.uk
• www.unifrog.org

Sixth Form and College courses

• www.pershore.worcs.sch.uk
• www.howcollege.ac.uk
• www.wcg.ac.uk

Apprenticeship opportunities.

• www.gov.uk

Mrs Sarah Beeton, Head of Careers and IAG Email:- sab@pershore.worcs.sch.uk

Pershore High School Year 10 Work Experience 2020

Work Experience 2020

 It is a taste of work; not necessarily what you will do when you leave school.  Due to Health and Safety it’s not possible to work in certain areas – you cannot use heavy machinery, or drive. The Police do not offer work experience and certain medical placements are impossible too – you cannot be a brain surgeon on Work Experience!

What is Work Experience?

 Do Talk to your child about what careers interest them and what placements might be relevant.  Do Encourage your son or daughter to take responsibility for getting to their placement on time and suitably dressed.  Do Make sure the employer knows of any medical issues.  Do Provide support and encouragement, but take a back seat so children can stand on their own two feet.  Don’t Push your child into a placement because you think it is the sort of thing they ought to do, or because you happen to have a cousin in that field.  Don’t Rush to collect your child from their placement at the first sign he or she is unhappy. Encourage him or her to resolve problems with the employer first, or to involve the school if that is not possible.

Parents

Top five reasons why work experience is important

Decisions  You’ll get a taste of what a job or workplace is like, so you can figure

• ut if you’re interested in that kind
• f career.

Self-confidence  Working with other people and doing your tasks well helps you build your confidence. It looks good  On your CV, UCAS form, or college

• application. Work experience

shows you’re enthusiastic and ready to work hard. New skills  Working with other people helps you build the skills employers love to see on your CV. Networking  You’ll meet people at work and might attend meetings or events. You’ll make contacts that could provide a reference or help you in the future.

 Act professionally. Turn up on time, follow the dress code if there is one, stick to prescribed breaks, do not complain of being bored.  Expect to stay until the end of the working day.  Be realistic about what you will be doing. There is likely to be an amount

• f routine involved and not all of the tasks you do will be scintillating.

 If you finish one task, instead of waiting until you are given another one, ask what else you can do.  Ask employees how they got where they are and what qualifications they needed.  If you have any concerns, talk to your supervisor, or contact the school.

Students – How to get the most

• ut of work experience

No placements outside of the UK Placements outside of Worcestershire have to be

• rganised by the end of November

2019

Work Experience

Work Experience 2020

 What shall I do and where do I start looking:  Think about what you would like to do as a placement for a week.  Be realistic – Can you get to the placement?  When you have found a Company telephone them, send an email or write a letter asking for a placement  Remember you are not the only student looking for a placement, do not leave it act now!

 Y10 Work Experience Week:

 10th February 2020 Bredon  24th February 2020 Malvern

 Pupil Placement/Consent Forms – return to school by: Monday 2nd December 2019  Confirmation of Placement

 From January 2020 confirmation of placement to parents.

 Work Experience Debrief

 March 2020

Work Experience timing

This form is designed to enable the student, employer, parents or carers and the school to share essential information to make sure the health, safety and welfare of the student has been considered and that all the partners approve of the placement taking place.

Instructions for completion

Step 1 Parents/carers fill in section 1 Step 2 Employer fills in sections 2-4 and returns the form to the student, parent/carer. Step 3 Parent/carer reads details provided by the employer and signs the consent in section 5 Step 4 Student reads details provided by the employer and signs the consent in section 6 and returns the form to school Step 5 The school completes the approval and consent, section 7.

Pershore High School Work Experience Placement Approval & Consent Form 2016-2017

Paperwork

Any Questions or concerns ? Pop into the Student Hub to speak to Mrs Griffin All forms will be emailed to students and parents and can be downloaded from the website XXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Key Dates

• Work Experience Weeks – either side of half term

in February

– Full day Art exam – English Lit exam – Food NEAs

• Thursday 5th December -Year 10 Parents’ Evening
• 17th -24th June 2020 (TBC) Year 10 Internal Exams

Thank you for coming

Any questions?

Parents here for the DofE information please move forward to the front of the hall

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award

Start your Bronze DofE

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What is the DofE?

The DofE is a life-changing adventure you don’t want to miss. It’s about going the extra mile – learning new skills for work and life, getting fitter, helping others, and exploring the countryside. Millions of young people in the UK have already done their DofE. Now it’s your turn.

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What’s involved?

Adventurous, caring, sporty, creative… however you might describe yourself, the DofE is for you. Anyone in school year in which you turn 14 to age 24 can take part. There are three progressive levels of programmes which when completed lead to a Bronze, Silver or Gold DofE Award. To achieve your Bronze Award, you’ll need to complete your own programme of activities in these four sections:

Volunteering Physical Skills Expedition

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How do I choose my activities?

There’s a wide range of activities to choose from – most activities can count towards DofE. Maybe you want to try something completely new? Or get better at something you’re already doing? Your DofE can be whatever you want it to be.

• Look at the Opportunity Finder for some inspiration
• n DofE.org.
• Chat to your Leader to make sure an activity counts

for the right section and that you’ve set yourself enough of a challenge.

• Most of all, choose activities you’ll enjoy – it will

make them easier to stick at it.

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How long will it take me?

Activities for each DofE section take a minimum of one hour per week

• ver a set period of time, so they

can be fitted in around your studies and life outside school. You’ll need to participate regularly and show that you’re committed to your DofE during this time.

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Volunteering

Volunteering is all about making a difference to others’ lives. Perhaps you’re interested in animals or conservation? Or you want to raise money for a cause that means a lot to you? From coaching a local football team to starting a recycling campaign, you’ll give up your time to help others and change things for the better. It’s extremely rewarding. It can also give you the chance to experience the world of work.

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Feel happier because volunteering gave them more confidence

88%

Believe volunteering helps them feel more satisfied in life

96%

Say volunteering gave them a sense

• f achievement

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Physical

23 March 2018 The Physical section is a chance for you to focus on your health and fitness and have fun along the way. Try something completely different or concentrate on something you already do, as long as it requires a continuous level of energy and physical activity. From Zumba to football, skateboarding to walking – almost any dance, sport or fitness activity can count. Whether you decide to join a team or do it on your own, it’s up to you.

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Skills

From podcasting to playing a musical instrument, the Skills section is a great way to learn a new talent, develop existing skills and find something you enjoy doing. Through developing practical skills and gaining personal interests and talents, you can get a real sense of achievement. If you’re interested in a specific field, this could be the perfect chance for you to do something related to this. For example, if you are interested in photography, you could do this as your skill. You can improve confidence and develop practical and social skills whilst learning how to rise to a challenge.

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Expedition

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Exploring the countryside and spending a night away with your

• friends. Your expedition will give you lifelong memories.

You’ll plan, train for and do an expedition, spending two days and

• ne night away.

You will travel by foot and be required to complete a practice walk/camp in April and the qualifying expedition takes place in July. As part of a small team, you’ll plan your aim, choose your walking route and do some training to make sure you’re prepared and know what you’re doing. Your expedition will improve your communication and leadership skills and whilst you’ll come home with a rucksack full of washing, you’ll have an experience you won’t forget. The expedition will be physically demanding (around 8 hours of activity per day).

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Food

When packing food for expedition it is important to think about: Lunch for 2 days, dinner for 1 day, you will cook as a group of 2/3. Keep your team’s morale up! Weight, quick cook, one/two pot, high calorie, taste! No glass, tins, uncooked meat or dairy. No refrigeration in April and late July! Emergency rations.

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Kit

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We will provide: Tents, Trangias, maps, map cases, compasses, bivvy bags. You will need (use your discount card or borrow):

Waterproofs (coat and trousers) Walking Boots Rucksack (65L) Rucksack liner (or 2 strong plastic bags) Sleeping Mat Sleeping Bag Waterproof bag for storing sleeping bag Tea towel Food (lightweight and to include snacks) Water bottle Personal first aid kit Torch Knife, fork, spoon Plate/bowl/mug Wash kit/personal hygiene items/Towel

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A flavour of a DofE expedition

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Why do your DofE?

So why should you do your DofE? What are you going to get

• ut of doing it? Well, the benefits of achieving your Bronze

Award are endless. It’s difficult to list them all, so here’s a quick

• snapshot. You’ll…
• Have lots of fun
• Get healthier and happier
• Meet incredible people and make lasting friendships
• Have amazing new experiences
• Find talents you didn’t know you had
• Gain skills that employers value, which you can reference on your CV
• Become more confident and independent
• Stand out from the crowd in college, university and job applications
• Make memories that will last a lifetime.

“As an actor I know how much Award holders’ experiences and the skills they’ve developed

• matter. Without determination and passion I

wouldn’t be where I am today.” Benedict Cumberbatch, actor. “Life doesn’t naturally happen, you’ve got to get

• involved. What better way to do that than do your
• DofE. As an employer I want to work with people

who have a range of skills and can see things through.” Deborah Meaden, Entrepreneur and Dragons’ Den Investor

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Key Dates

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Hand in your application form:

Friday 27th September – Mrs Watsons room (H10) at lunchtime, not before

7 training sessions:

Lunchtimes, with your group, led by a Gold DofE student

Practice Expedition Route Planning:

Wednesday 18th March 2020 3.30pm-6.00pm

Training Afternoon (navigating, walking and cooking):

Wednesday 1st April 2020 2.00pm-5.00pm

Practice Expedition:

Monday 27th to Thursday 30th April 2020 (Dates for groups TBC)

Qualifying Expedition Route Planning:

Thursday 11th June 2020 3.30pm-6.00pm

Qualifying Expedition:

Wednesday 15th to Thursday 16th July 2020

If you can’t commit to these dates do not apply!

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Start your DofE now

Are you ready to volunteer, get fit, learn and go on expedition? The DofE is one amazing adventure you’ll never forget. So, what are you waiting for? To get started: Sign Up on Friday 27th September

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