Respect for D-Day veterans

The school was represented by our Head Teacher Anne Hendon-John at the Cenotaph last Thursday as we marked our respect for the D-Day veterans.

Reece's Reflection!

Reece’s Reflection of the last 5 years at The Polygon!

When I look back at my time here I realise how quickly it’s gone since starting in year 7! I’ve have lots of great memories including going sailing with Charlie and Mr Rooke, going to the Rapids with Leon and Mrs Foster, representing the school in football matches, becoming deputy head boy and Christmas dinners and activities.

If I was going to give advice to new year 7 pupils I would tell them to behave and treat people with respect because although teachers sometimes get on your nerves they are actually alright!   

 

Poet Visit

The second poet to visit The Polygon School was local performer and writer Ricky Tart. He engaged the boys in a 30 minute assembly showing off his beat boxing skills and tried to encourage the boys to have ago themselves.

Ricky teaching the boys the basics. 

Ricky teaching the boys what a looper is used for. 

Ryan was first to take to floor. 

Marley beat boxing next. 

Roch performing guitar face. 

James beat boxing.  

The Year 7s and 8s were then lucky enough to each have a workshop with Ricky. Using the theme of friendship the boys then wrote their own poetry pieces in a form of a rap. Below the year 7s working hard. 

Leyton and Miss Price working hard together. 

Years 7 working hard with Ricky.

 

Tyler on guitar face while Ricky raps his and Rio's piece. 

Alfie showing off his beat boxing skills. 

Playing football at Southampton FC

Our KS3 boys had an amazing opportunity today to play football on Southampton FC's premier league pitch.

A team of  six year 7 and 8 boys attended the event this morning  and were able to join in the inclusive event.

The pitches laid out ready

Our head boy Reece came down in a coaching role- looking very professional!

4SK group- head boy 2 years in a row!

Coach Higgins!

Well done boys, you have all been a credit to the school. We would like to thank the Saints Foundation for organizing this event and giving our boys an incredible experience.

STRETCH Programme Bushcraft at Woodmill Outdoor Centre

Pupils on the STRETCH Programme have been attending Bushcraft sessions at Woodmill Outdoor Centre. Sessions have included water activities, fire building, safe knife skills and low-rope activiites.

KS4 Careers and Apprenticeship Event

 The key stage four boys all had the opportunity to visit and engage with the Southampton career and apprenticeship show at St Mary's stadium.



The event was geared towards young people and highlighted the opportunities available across the city and local area.

The boys attended  a work shop during the start of the event- reflecting on what their skills and talents are and areas of interest for the future. 

Ryan pleased with his careers 'goody bag!'

Ashly getting advice on how to get an apprenticeship in the construction industry.

All the opportunities available across the city


The event was extremely well organised and very informative. The boys were extremely well behaved and  perfect ambassadors for the school. Well done boys! 

Schools into Stadiums

Schools into Stadiums

 

Last week two of our pupils were fortunate enough to be invited to St Mary's Stadium to participate in the Schools into Stadiums Careers Day.

 

During the day they learnt about becoming a groundskeeper. They had sessions in grass cutting, line marking and how to grow Premier League quality grass for Southampton FC to play on.

 

We would like to thank The Saints Foundation for this opportunity extended to our pupils. They both found the day informative and it gave a real world aspiration to our learners who wish to follow that career pathway.