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What an incredible start to the term Crew VTA X33 has had! We are so proud of everything they have achieved and the positive attitude they have shown from day one.

Our crew had an amazing experience at Outward Bound, where they challenged themselves, stepped outside of their comfort zones and worked brilliantly together. It was fantastic to see their resilience, teamwork and determination throughout the experience.

We also had the opportunity to visit Kynren as part of our immersion for our new expedition. This was a brilliant experience and gave Crew VTA X33 the chance to engage with something new, learn together and build excitement for what is to come.

But it isn’t just the big experiences that deserve recognition. Crew VTA X33 have been absolutely amazing day in and day out. Since the start of term, they have received lots of praise for their behaviour, attitude and effort. Their attendance has also been really positive, which is something they should be incredibly proud of.

It has been fantastic to see Crew VTA X33 settling into the new term so positively and demonstrating the values we expect from them.

There is no slowing down for our Year 11s this term! We are incredibly proud of the resilience and work ethic this cohort is displaying, both in the sports hall and out on the pitch.

In Ultimate Frisbee, the energy has been phenomenal. Students are pushing their cardiovascular limits with spectacular catches and pinpoint passes, all while demonstrating brilliant sportsmanship and the self-refereed “Spirit of the Game.”

In BTEC Sport, students have been diving into the components of fitness by trying exciting new ways of learning. Working collaboratively together to grapple new key words and linking them to sporting examples.

Keep up the great work Year 11.

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Last week I visited some Year 11 sessions, and enjoyed every minute. In PE, students were practising their basketball skills, including shooting, during a game. They showed energy and confidence in this.

Later that day, I saw true craftsmanship and quality in Science sessions. Students were challenged to think and speak like Scientists, using accurate scientific language.

The craftsmanship, quality and respect for work and learning was also obvious in student folders. Have a look at Lola’s fantastic start to Year 11!

Last week, students from all year groups joined Jackie from Relish to check in about our lunchtime options. Bailey, Skye, Milo, Harley, Toby, Veya and Kayden all enjoyed sharing their favourite food, and what they would like to see on the menu in future.

Students will be able to participate in a Design a Dish competition later this term, and the successful students will have their very own dish named after them for a day! More information to come through Crew Leaders.

Wednesday- Netball and football practice 3.30-4.30- NO netball match

Thursday – Cancelled no cheerleading.

Crew Rock are an outstanding group of young people. Since starting at XP East in Year 7, they have shown how amazing they are. Year on year, week on week they have lead on praises, and on attendance. This week, crew rock have gone even further, they have not only been in the lead across their year group on praises, but they have also managed to receive zero conducts.

I cannot understate how immensely proud I am of all of you, you are truly wonderful students and I look forward to seeing just how much you can all achieve.

Mrs Goddard

Beautiful work this week

Here’s a selection of beautiful work from across the XP Trust!

To read about other stories from across the XP Trust, visit xptrust.org.

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Stepping back in time at Norton Village Hall @ Norton Juniors

Weekly update @ XP Gateshead

Sports Day Winners @ XP East

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