Last term we launched our support for the Ukraine Christmas Shoebox Appeal, where we collected boxes on behalf 'UKkyi Bear, Devon to Ukraine' group who have teamed up with the 'Na Hvili Krainy' foundation based in Lviv, Ukraine. We are delighted to announce that this year we have had and incredible 96 shoeboxes donated for children and adults of all ages
Tuesday 18th Nov- Yr12 Art students had a meet and greet with Jo Beer at Theatre Royal for a brilliant introduction to her work and skills.
On Wednesday 23rd November the Sixth Form and a class of year 10 Geography student were lucky enough to be visited by Professor Penelope Endersby, Chief Executive of the Met Office, the first woman to hold this position. Penny’s career journey as a physicist and engineer by training, with a distinguished career as a government scientist and leader was inspirational.
Tomorrow is the launch of our Children in Need fundraising events. Our Charity Ambassador and Head Student, Esther, tells us about what is in store.
On Tuesday 15th November Year 12 students visited Devon Contract Waste's Envirohub, where they had the chance to witness how the company uses plastic waste that is collected from the Southwest to create garden furniture and children's activity centres.
We have received an update from national rail regarding planned industrial action over the next couple of weeks that will affect train services.
Ella (Year 8) and Caitlyn (Year 11) represented the school in a National Schools Equestrian Association Eventers Challenge at Pontispool, near Taunton last weekend.
Well done to the Sixth Form boys who played in the football team against DHSB. This was our first boys match arranged against another school and the team won 3-0!
Old girl, Emily Keen attended the Englands Business Awards in Birmingham on Sunday as a regional winner of the best fitness business. We are delighted to share the news that she won the award for the best fitness business nationally.
Ellen, Year 9, has been awarded a Gold Award for her entry into the Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC), against thousands of students worldwide. Many students will recognise the distinctive subject that is well known as part of the 'life at Plymouth High', which inspired Ellen's creative writing piece.
Monday 14-Friday 18 November is anti-bullying week. The theme for this year is 'Reach Out,' which supports our own Anti-Bullying strategy here at Plymouth High School of, 'It's good to speak out.'