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🌟 Inspirational Figure of the Week 🌟 In assemblies this week, pupils will be introduced to our inspirational figure, Jo Cox, and consider what we can learn from her compassion, courage and commitment to bringing people together. Pupils will learn about her work as a humanitarian and Member of Parliament, supporting communities affected by poverty and conflict and championing equality. They will also reflect on her belief that people have more in common than the things that divide them. Jo’s legacy encourages us to demonstrate democracy, mutual respect and tolerance by challenging division, showing kindness and helping to build stronger communities. #InspirationalFigure #JoCox #BritishValues #MutualRespect #PersonalDevelopment #StrongerCommunities

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T Levels Week Parent and Carer webinar: Understanding T Levels Tuesday 20th October 2026, 18:30 – 19:15 https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazingapprenticeships.com%2Fevents%2Ft-levels-week-parent-and-carer-webinar-understanding-t-levels%2F&data=05%7C02%7CH.Roberts%40edgarwood.org%7C187d02297a84448d5ef308df27891611%7Cffc2abf7cc504e4c85f082c85fca7bc9%7C0%7C0%7C639273142038139049%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=rCgom%2FCwefv64yaZu%2Bq5PRcOk%2FoNF43Z4Nc0TgbUAYo%3D&reserved=0

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⚽️ FULL-TIME | Y10s 2-0 Kingsway! 🔥 A brilliant performance from the Y10s as they secure a 2-0 victory! 💪👏 ⚽️ Kaya ⚽️ Nathan Well done, lads! Great team performance! 🔵⚪️ #Y10s #MatchDay #CleanSheet #Teamwork

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This week, pupils will reflect on World Mental Health Day and the importance of talking openly about mental health, looking after our own wellbeing and supporting those around us. They will explore how different religions and worldviews promote compassion, hope, kindness and care for others. Pupils will also consider how a kind word, checking in with someone or simply taking the time to listen can make a real difference. This supports our Personal Development provision by encouraging empathy, positive relationships and help-seeking, while reminding pupils that caring for our mental health is just as important as caring for our physical health. #InterfaithReflection #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthAwareness #PersonalDevelopment #Wellbeing #Empathy

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This Saturday, families will have the opportunity to meet local providers, discover inclusive activities and find out what is available for their children & young people with SEND/SEMH across Rochdale. 📅 Saturday 10th October 2026 🕑 2pm to 4pm 📍 Heywood Sports Village 🎟️ Free entry

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📣 Year 11 – The Manchester College applications are now open! Applications for September 2027 are now open, with a wide range of T Levels and vocational courses available across campuses in Greater Manchester. 💻 Explore courses and apply here: www.apply.tmc.ac.uk ⚠️ Already applied before 1 October 2026? You will need to reapply for September 2027 entry. 📅 Upcoming school leaver events: • Saturday 14 November 2026, 10am–1pm • Thursday 4 March 2027, 5pm–7pm We encourage pupils and parents/carers to explore the options together and submit applications as soon as possible. 💬 Need support with your next steps? Speak to Mrs Cole-Stewart.

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🎓 EWA Annual Careers Fair – We Need Your Help! 🌟 Our EWA Annual Careers Fair is just around the corner, and we’re looking for businesses, employers and professionals to come along and inspire the next generation! 🚀 📅 Friday 6th November 2026 ⏰ 9:30am – 3:30pm This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with young people, share your career journey, showcase your industry and help students explore their future options. ☕ Refreshments and lunch will be provided on the day. If you’re a business, employer or professional who would like to support this fantastic event, we’d love to hear from you! 📧 For further information, please contact: h.roberts@edgarwood.org Please share with anyone who may be interested! 🙌 #EWACareersFair #CareersEducation #Employers #BusinessCommunity #FutureCareers #InspiringTheNextGeneration #Careers2026

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⚽️ FULL-TIME! Our Y10 team secured a fantastic 2-1 victory over Hollingworth last night! 🙌 The lads played excellent football throughout, with Ben O. grabbing a last-minute winner to seal all three points! 🔥 Brilliant effort from the whole team — well deserved, lads! 👏⚽️

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⚽️ Inspiring the next generation of referees! 🟨🟥 Yesterday, we were delighted to welcome Leigh Doughty and Natalie Aspinall from Referee Education Ltd to deliver their fantastic Mini Match Officials course to a group of our Year 8 and Year 9 students. 👏 Leigh is a current Football League referee, while Natalie has recently retired from officiating in the Premier League. During her incredible career, Natalie has also officiated at the Women’s Champions League Final, Women’s World Cup Final and Women’s FA Cup Final, among many other high-profile fixtures. 🌍🏆 Our students had an action-packed day learning what it takes to become a referee and how our school values link closely to officiating. They had the opportunity to: 🗣️ Learn about the role and responsibilities of a referee ⚽️ Referee games themselves 🟥🟨 Red and yellow card each other! 💨 Use vanishing spray 🎮 Create their own game and referee it 🚩 Take part in an Assistant Referee masterclass 💪 Develop their confidence and decision-making skills It was fantastic to see the students’ confidence grow throughout the day, with many pushing themselves outside of their comfort zones and getting fully involved. Most excitingly, some of our students are already talking about booking onto an FA Referees course when they are old enough! 👏⚽️ A huge thank you to Leigh and Natalie for such an engaging, inspiring and memorable day. It was brilliant to see our students not only developing their knowledge of football, but also building confidence, leadership and resilience. 🌟 Who knows… we may have some future referees in our midst! 🏆⚽️🟥🟨

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