https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm en-us 2023-03-01 16:01:49 UTC 2023-07-07 18:02:34 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/1720868089/3986ac278ed8dc56a3313c08ba8d1bfa/square_SVC_swan.png gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499795712 Students will be introduced to Lifeskills at SVC and will get to know their Lifeskills group and tutor. Much of this half term will be spent exploring their transition from primary to secondary school. They will also look at learning skills required for secondary school and forming positive relationships.

Other topics covered will be Black History Month (session planned by our Race Ambassadors) and Hello Yellow: Young Minds.

There is a scheduled House Year Group Assembly to look at Diwali.]]> 2023-03-01 16:16:34 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499795712 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499807095 This half term will further explore the idea of developing relationships. Students will look at the basics of what makes a healthy and unhealthy friendship as well as starting to look at what consent means. They will also look at self esteem. 

Other topics covered will be Armistice/Remembrance Day and also Anti-bullying Alliance Week.

There is a scheduled House Year Group Assembly on puberty.]]> 2023-03-01 16:23:30 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499807095 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499810399 This half term will have a focus on careers. Students will be introduced to our online careers platform, Unifrog. They will look at skills required in a work place, things that interest them that could guide their future career choices as well as thinking about where their "dream job" might be.

Students will also look equality of opportunity and equal opportunities in relation to health.

Other topics covered this half term in Lifeskills will be a session on PLEDGES.

There is a scheduled House Year Group Assembly to launch our whole school initiative on Postcards of Kindness to all Year 7's so that they understand why we engage with this project as a school.]]> 2023-03-01 16:25:34 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499810399 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499836225 This half term sees us recognise a number of different topics across year groups in Lifeskills sessions; LGBTQ+ History Month, World Book Day, National Careers Week and Young Carers.

Yr7 will also have a session to introduce mindfulness and basic mindfulness strategies.

There is a scheduled House Year Group Assembly developing earlier work on consent but with a focus on feelings about sending nudes.]]> 2023-03-01 16:42:04 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499836225 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499839137 This half term has a focus on risks and safety. Students will explore the risks of alcohol, tobacco and other substances. They will look at how to be more water aware as the weather starts to improve.

Other topics covered will be a session on National Mental Health Awareness Week.]]> 2023-03-01 16:44:03 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499839137 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499876344 Year 7 will look at basic saving, spending and budgeting skills and how to make the most of their money. They will also explore making ethical financial decisions and financial exploitation. 

Students will also reflect on their first year at Swavesey Village College and start thinking about moving into year 8 and the new challenges that this may bring.

Other topics covered will be School Diversity Week activities created by our LGBTQ+ student group.

The final Lifeskills session of the year will be spent getting to know the new Year 7 students in their form through the completion of a number of transition activities.]]> 2023-03-01 17:07:33 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499876344 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499888244 Year 8 start the year by exploring kindness and being and upstander. They will also look at how to build effective connections with people to support establishing positive friendships and relationships. This will develop into managing friendships online, online stress and FOMO (fear of missing out). They will also have a further session on mindfulness, developing on their learning from year 7.

Other topics covered will be Black History Month (session planned by our Race Ambassadors) and Hello Yellow: Young Minds.

There is a scheduled House Year Group Assembly/Session on menstruation health.]]> 2023-03-01 17:16:01 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499888244 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499892809 Students will look at the language that they use with each other and also within their wider community. They will explore sexist and sexualised language and general derogatory language, why it isn't acceptable and how this language could impact others.

Other topics covered will be Black History Month (session planned by our Race Ambassadors) and Hello Yellow: Young Minds.

There is a scheduled House Year Group Assembly covering the impact of the media (including sexting and up skirting).]]> 2023-03-01 17:19:10 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499892809 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499895424 With the changing pressures of KS4, friendships and family, students will look at how to identify, manage and reframe unhelpful thoughts. 

In preparation for work experience (WEX), year 10's will also look at being a good team player and careers advice and support (how/where to access it in school and outside of school). They will develop their knowledge and understanding on writing CVs and cover letters for their WEX and beyond.

Other topics covered will be Black History Month (session planned by our Race Ambassadors) and Hello Yellow: Young Minds.]]> 2023-03-01 17:21:01 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499895424 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499898740 Year 11's have a busy few terms ahead with lots of key decisions to make. To support with this they will look at worry, sleep hygiene and how to cope with exam stress. The post 16 process will also be launched.

Other topics covered will be Black History Month (session planned by our Race Ambassadors) and Hello Yellow: Young Minds.]]> 2023-03-01 17:23:13 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499898740 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499905990 * Welcome Back Assembly
* Safeguarding, Welfare and Support Assembly
* PLEDGES Awareness Assembly]]> 2023-03-01 17:28:00 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499905990 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499912499 * Be On Time to Shine Assembly
* Mental Health and Wellbeing Assembly
* Celebration Assembly

]]> 2023-03-01 17:32:27 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499912499 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499915936 * Safeguarding, Welfare and Support Assembly

]]> 2023-03-01 17:34:46 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499915936 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499919079 * Safer Internet Day
* Mental Health and Wellbeing
* Celebration Assembly]]> 2023-03-01 17:36:57 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499919079 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499921131 * Coronation Assembly
* Mental Health and Wellbeing Assembly]]> 2023-03-01 17:38:18 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499921131 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499923793 * Final Celebration Assemblies]]> 2023-03-01 17:40:09 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499923793 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499999722 This half term has a focus on safety. Year 8, prior to bonfire night will look at how to keep safe when around fireworks. They will also develop their work from year 7 when looking at drug and alcohol misuse but will now explore the links to managing peer influence. They will also look at being knife/blade free and the importance of being a positive role model and upstander in relation to this growing issue. Students will also look at online safety, digital literacy and consent of information online.

Other topics covered will be Armistice/Remembrance Day and also Anti-bullying Alliance Week.]]> 2023-03-01 18:34:14 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2499999722 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2500000190 This half term has a focus on careers for year 9. They will explore their interests and how these could link to their future aspirations and jobs. They will also look at what makes a good leader and the importance of teamwork in the work place (skill, qualities etc.). Through the Unifrog careers library they will also explore different careers.

Other topics covered will be Armistice/Remembrance Day and also Anti-bullying Alliance Week.

There is a scheduled House Year Group Assembly on the Buddhist celebration called Bohdi Day.]]> 2023-03-01 18:34:35 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2500000190 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2500000790 This half term will have a focus on the importance of positive role models both in everyday society and amongst their peers. They will also explore hate crime; what constitutes one, who and how individuals are affected by this form of crime and also the potential consequences of hate crime.

Other topics covered will be Armistice/Remembrance Day and also Anti-bullying Alliance Week.]]> 2023-03-01 18:35:03 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2500000790 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2500001148 Year 11's will continue with their work surrounding Post-16 College Applications in preparation for the January deadline. They will also look at different types of relationships with a focus on marriage and civil partnerships. They will also look at negative relationships by exploring radicalisation & extremism and how they can/should challenge it. 

Other topics covered will be Armistice/Remembrance Day and also Anti-bullying Alliance Week. 

There is a scheduled House Year Group Assembly looking at gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation.]]> 2023-03-01 18:35:18 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2500001148 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2500073607 This half term for year 8's will support students through their Guided Choices process. Following their launch assembly they will undertake sessions on making choices with a reflection on them identifying their learning strengths. They will also look at goal setting. Alongside this they will start looking at career terminology that will be used in school and also when joining the job market and what makes a successful career.

Other topics covered this half term in Lifeskills will be a session on PLEDGES.]]> 2023-03-01 19:26:58 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2500073607 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2500079497 This half term year 9's will have a focus on crime and exploitation. They will explore knife crime, peer pressure and the links to gang crime. They will also look at how they can be assertive in risky situations. They will be introduced to county lines; what it is, what it involves and how young people can be at risk of exploitation.

Other topics covered this half term in Lifeskills will be a session on PLEDGES.]]> 2023-03-01 19:30:42 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2500079497 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2500085882 Topics explored this half term are what happens when they or their friends may experience parental separation. They will look at the rights of the parents/carers as well as their rights as children in these circumstances.

Time will also be spent looking at gambling and the risks associated with it. They will also develop their understanding on the cause and effect of debt.

Other topics covered this half term in Lifeskills will be a session on PLEDGES.

There is a scheduled House Year Group Assembly on mental health, ill health and tackling stigma in relation to mental health.]]> 2023-03-01 19:35:15 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2500085882 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2500093661 For year 11, this half term has a focus on health. Students will look at how they can register with and access the doctors, dentist, opticians, sexual health clinics and other health services. They will then explore blood, organ and stem cell donation, what they are and the choices that they have surrounding them. On the run up to the next round of mock exams they will also reflect on their own self esteem and how to cope with stress.

Other topics covered this half term in Lifeskills will be a session on PLEDGES.]]> 2023-03-01 19:41:19 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2500093661 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501044055 This half term sees us recognise a number of different topics across year groups in Lifeskills sessions; LGBTQ+ History Month, World Book Day, National Careers Week and Young Carers.

Yr8 will also have another session on careers following the completion of their guided choices.

There is a scheduled House Year Group Assembly on Ramadan which is celebrated by our Muslim community during this half term.]]> 2023-03-02 12:49:23 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501044055 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501044287 This half term sees us recognise a number of different topics across year groups in Lifeskills sessions; LGBTQ+ History Month, World Book Day, National Careers Week and Young Carers.

Yr 9 will also have two sessions on enterprise skills and successful entrepreneurs. ]]> 2023-03-02 12:49:37 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501044287 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501044635 This half term sees us recognise a number of different topics across year groups in Lifeskills sessions; LGBTQ+ History Month, World Book Day, National Careers Week and Young Carers.

Students will also spend some time exploring the sensitive topic surrounding change, grief and bereavement. 

There is a scheduled House Year Group Assembly on feelings surrounding nudes, linking back to previous learning on consent.]]> 2023-03-02 12:49:55 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501044635 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501044860 This half term sees us recognise a number of different topics across year groups in Lifeskills sessions; LGBTQ+ History Month, World Book Day, National Careers Week and Young Carers.

Following the final round of preparation exams, students will have some focused sessions on the "final push" and how they are going to get to the end of their time at school successfully.

]]> 2023-03-02 12:50:08 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501044860 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501251264 Students this half term will explore the risks and consequences when making financial decisions. This will also link to low level gambling and in app purchases. Following on from their yr 7 session they will also re-cap on water safety and what to do if they or their friends do fall into unfamiliar water.

Yr 8 will also have a session building on their career education knowledge and skills. This will be their final careers session of the academic year. They will also develop their learning from V&E Day 2 by further looking at discrimination but with a focus on age and disability discrimination.

Other topics covered will be a session on National Mental Health Awareness Week.

There is a scheduled House Year Group Assembly introducing contraception (what it's purpose is and the different types).]]> 2023-03-02 15:06:04 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501251264 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501251732 All Lifeskills sessions this half term will be delivered by the Cambridge United Education Team who will explore mental health and how we can support our own and others' positive mental health.

There is a scheduled House Year Group Assembly to launch House Student Leadership roles.

]]> 2023-03-02 15:06:19 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501251732 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501252127 This half term for Yr10 has a focus on relationships. Students will explore how they can manage relationships, including break-ups. They will also talk about more intimate relationships and will reflect on abstinence, celibacy and asexuality. 

Prior to half term students will have a session to explain the upcoming Yr10 mock examinations and how they should now be planning for wider revision.

Other topics covered will be a session on National Mental Health Awareness Week.

There is also a scheduled House Year Group Assembly/Session to discuss sex myths and expectations. ]]> 2023-03-02 15:06:34 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501252127 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501255347 Students will spend the majority of Lifeskills form time sessions this half term undertaking independent revision to support with their upcoming final GCSE examinations.

Other topics covered will be a session on National Mental Health Awareness Week.]]> 2023-03-02 15:08:25 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501255347 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501311085 Students will look at body image (with a link to mental/emotional wellbeing). They will also explore unhealthy coping strategies with the pressures of everyday life. They will look at what they are and how they can turn them into more healthy strategies.

Other topics covered will be School Diversity Week activities created by our LGBTQ+ student group.

The final Lifeskills session of the year will be spent getting to know the new Year 7 students in their form through the completion of a number of transition activities.]]> 2023-03-02 15:43:35 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501311085 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501311296 This half term will have a mixed focus linked to relationships (commitment) and also consequences of unprotected sex, looking at STIs and their associated risks and the potential for unplanned pregnancy. There is a scheduled House Year Group Assembly also looking at readiness for sexual activity and delaying sex. Students will also be introduced to basic breast and chest health checking.

Other topics covered will be School Diversity Week activities created by our LGBTQ+ student group.

The final Lifeskills session of the year will be spent getting to know the new Year 7 students in their form through the completion of a number of transition activities.]]> 2023-03-02 15:43:43 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501311296 gcurtis15 https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501311721 Year 10's this half term will use some of their Lifeskills sessions to plan for and revise for their upcoming end of year 10 exams. They will also have a session that will prepare them ahead of the impending Work Experience that takes place at the end of this half term.

Other topics covered will be School Diversity Week activities created by our LGBTQ+ student group.

The final Lifeskills session of the year will be spent getting to know the new Year 7 students in their form through the completion of a number of transition activities.]]> 2023-03-02 15:43:59 UTC https://padlet.com/gcurtis15/izw957ktdrgy6lgm/wish/2501311721