Regents Review Winter '18

The Regents Review Winter 2018

GENERAL NEWS

Knife Crime Assemblies In December, students have been exploring the dangers and consequences of knife crime in PSHE time. To support this, we are grateful that local PCSO, Louis De’Ath, has come in to deliver assemblies on this important issue. Although knife crime is not a problem in this area and we hope it never will be, students have come away from this learning, feeling confident to stand up for what is right and are informed on who to contact in a situation like this.

Business Manager Update Autumn Term 2018 Welcome the winter edition of the Business Manager’s update. The school is continuing to move forward with a streamlined communication system. Our website is the hub where all the information and daily school news can be found. Although this information was included in my last update I felt it was important to reiterate some of the links. A link is provided as some icons do not appear on mobile phones. • All general letters will be available to view under the parent section on the website http://regentsparkcollege.org.uk/ parents/letters/ • Access to twitter is available from the website so that you can follow the school news or Spencer, our Therapy Dog – use the ‘bird’ icon in the top right hand corner http://regentsparkcollege.org.uk/ school-details/twitter/ • Access to Tucasi online payment system for school meals, trips etc is also available from the

website using the ‘£’ icon in the top right hand corner http:// regentsparkcollege.org.uk/ parents/online-payments/ • Access to our Parents Evening Booking System is also available from the website using the ‘family’ icon in the top right hand corner http://regentsparkcollege.org.uk/ parents/parent-evenings/ • Calendar – This is updated on a regular basis, with additional events http://regentsparkcollege.org.uk/ school-details/new-calendar/ • Catering/Lunchero. Please visit the City Catering page on our website for information regarding the current school meals menu and also how to download the Lunchero app. http://regentsparkcollege.org.uk/ parents/school-meals/ • Skoolkit. Please visit the dress code page on our website for up to date information on our uniform. http:// regentsparkcollege.org.uk/ parents/dress-code/ We would welcome feedback from you and this can done in several ways: - Email – info@regentspark.

southampton.sch.uk - Parent Suggestion Box located in reception - Parent Voice Meetings http://regentsparkcollege.org.uk/ parents/feedback/ - Contact Form – via the website http://regentsparkcollege.org.uk/ school-details/contact-details/ - Phone – 023 8032 5444 - If you wish to speak to the Headteacher Mrs Barnes, please contact Fiona Hayward, Headteacher’s PA on 023 8072 5711 • Please advise us of your correct email address in order to receive correspondence and your telephone numbers to update our emergency contact details. • We also have a new addition of our Facebook page, which we will keep you updated with school news. • We are in the process of offering SIMs Parent App in January and correct contact details will be vital for you to receive your invitation to join this. Wishing you a Merry Christmas!

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