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22/04/24

Y12students embarked on the 'Take The Lead' programme this year, a unique collaboration between schools, businesses, and the expertise of The Old Vic Theatre. They've gained invaluable insights into navigating life after school & the future work world.💼 #FutureReady pic.twitter.com/rE13l4Hu36

19/04/24

Exciting news! Starting April 22nd, join our new extra-curricular club run by 'Rise Up' 🌟. Dive deep into Black History, focusing on Black British heritage, culture, dreams, & social action. A space to learn, grow, and make a difference. Don't miss out! pic.twitter.com/HlMhTSt4S6

17/04/24

Dive into the worlds of The Arts and Crafts Movement and Impressionism this Autumn term, crafting stunning clay tiles.🎨 Remember to collect your masterpiece before term ends, or they'll be part of our Easter recycling. Don't miss out! pic.twitter.com/OGBpvYprMG

15/04/24

Huge shout out to our Year 11 Netball team for smashing their way to the FINALS with a spectacular 27-3 win over Harris Crystal Palace! 🎉 Their dedication and hard work in training have truly paid off. Let's rally behind them as they aim for the top spot in the finals! 🏐 pic.twitter.com/0LCDDuyoDM

28/03/24

Today marks the end of the term, but the beginning of a well-deserved break! 🌟 Wishing all our students a fantastic holiday. Rest, recharge, and get ready to leap into a new term filled with more learning and adventures on April 15th. See you then!

28/03/24

Year 12 have been honing their life drawing skills in collaboration with King's School this week, showcasing incredible observations and techniques. Kudos to all who attended! 🎨 We're proud of our talented students and excited to support their ongoing development! pic.twitter.com/454TvNnVCo

27/03/24

Massive applause for our Maths Challenge Team! 🌟 Showcasing incredible teamwork and resilience, they stood out with two Year 11s, finishing in the top third of the toughest round. Here's to their brilliant success and looking forward to next year. WELL DONE!!! pic.twitter.com/mMFPYzkGZq

26/03/24

Our HAWI Cadets shone at Pirbright, acing their Weapon Handling test with unparalleled dedication & skill. 🌟 Their conduct and resilience earned high praise, setting a solid foundation for summer camp. Proud of their growth and commitment! pic.twitter.com/cTXiRXa2gl

25/03/24

Standing ovation for our students & team for an incredible Oliver production! 🎭✨ Their talent, hard work, and dedication brought the story to life. I was an amazing performance. Bravo to all involved! pic.twitter.com/m9jycaRsbv

22/03/24

Huge applause for Dominika, Sienna, Deniel, and Andre on their amazing iStopMotion animation this term! 🌟🎥 Their creativity knows no bounds. Check it out. pic.twitter.com/eCUdXpMXvc

22/03/24

🏑🏐 Our HAWI athletes shining! The hockey team showed incredible skill at Raynes Park, gearing up for the London Hockey Tier 3 finals. Meanwhile, our Year 8 girls clinched a thrilling 14-13 netball victory against Harris Chafford Hundred, propelling them to the semi-finals! 🌟 pic.twitter.com/5hJMpF8utj

21/03/24

Final Gym session of the academic year for our year 11s. Thank you Nuffield Health Merton Abbey for exposing our students to the health and social benefits of leisure centres delivering weekly fitness and gym floor sessions pic.twitter.com/Vqu2TRIg3x

21/03/24

On Mar 11, our Y7 & Y8 music students shined at the Royal Albert Hall with 1,500 peers for the Merton Music Foundation's Change is Coming Concert 🎶🌟. An incredible achievement & experience, showcasing their outstanding talent! pic.twitter.com/hN4xuFNA9E

20/03/24

Final Gym session of the academic year for our year 11s. Thank you Nuffield Health Merton Abbey for exposing our students to the health and social benefits of leisure centres delivering weekly fitness and gym floor sessions pic.twitter.com/Vqu2TRIg3x

20/03/24

Kudos to HAWI Rocks, our Sat Music School, for rocking Wimbledon High's Battle of the Bands on Mar 8! 🎸🌟 Clinched top 3 with the audience's love. Open to Yr 5-9, no experience needed. Join us for the Summer term starting Apr 20! Want in? Scan the QR code to sign up! pic.twitter.com/OUY31bzc4i

20/03/24

Kudos to HAWI Rocks, our Sat Music School, for rocking Wimbledon High's Battle of the Bands on Mar 8! 🎸🌟 Clinched top 3 with the audience's love. Open to Yr 5-9, no experience needed. Join us for the Summer term starting Apr 20! Want in? Scan the QR code to sign up! pic.twitter.com/GLeIfUB86B

19/03/24

Get ready for a captivating journey with our Oliver production! 🎭 Join us on March 20th & 21st for an unforgettable evening of drama, laughter, and heart. Experience the classic tale as you've never seen it before. Don't miss out on the . Book now! 🌟 pic.twitter.com/eQirMrO0WC

18/03/24

Dive into a world where beauty defines everything. Our Book of the Week is 'Uglies' by Scott Westerfeld, a tale that challenges perceptions and takes you on a journey of self-discovery and rebellion. Uncover the truth behind perfection. 📚✨ pic.twitter.com/SwuYWiSHP4

15/03/24

Step into the world of Oliver! 🎭🌟 Join us for our mesmerizing production on March 20th & 21st. Experience the magic, the music, and the unforgettable journey of a lifetime. Let's bring the story to life together! Don't miss out. pic.twitter.com/ja1dgS8lRM

15/03/24

Great day for year 10 students. Visit to with and thanks to the staff and students making us welcome. Interesting Q&A and debate. pic.twitter.com/YHIkTZKN6r

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8 September 2023Newsletter 08/09/23Welcome to another school year! The year has started very well with an excellent set of GCSE results; we are so proud of the Year 11 pupils who outperformed their target grades despite the significant interruption to their education through Covid. We are equally delighted to welcome so many of them back to HAWI6 - our brand new 6th form provision. It is a delight to welcome all our new families to the HAWI Community and we look forward to meeting you during the course of the year. There are two very important evenings in September: Year 12 Information Evening for parents on Thursday 14th September and a Year 7 Curriculum Evening on Thursday 28th September both at 6.30pm. Please save the dates and staff will be in touch with further information. I am very much looking forward to another brilliant year and as ever the staff have been planning many wonderful opportunities for the students. In assembly this week, I shared a quote from the Lionesses’ goal keeper, Mary Earps from when she collected her trophy for the best FIFA goalkeeper’s award: ‘Keep going, you can achieve anything you set your mind to. There’s only one of you in the world, and that’s more than enough. Be unapologetically yourself.’ We look forward to celebrating the individuality of every student during this new year. Best wishes for a sunny weekend, Mrs Larizadeh https://0e58658be539ee7325a0-220f04f871df648cf4a4d93a111e3366.ssl.cf3.rackcdn.com/harris_secondary_wimbledon/uploads/document/Newsletter-08.09.23.pdf
14 July 2023Newsletter 14/07/23This is the last edition of the newsletter for this academic year. As I sit and write this, I am reflecting on what has really been an outstanding year for the Academy. We will complete our fifth academic year next week and I think it has probably been the best! The students’ outstanding commitment to their learning in the classroom was recognised by Ofsted in January and has only gone from strength to strength since then. Five years of learning culminated in our first cohort taking their GCSE exams, which they approached with maturity, diligence and excellent preparation. But of course, learning inside the classroom has been matched by enthusiasm, resilience and independence outside the classroom. The newsletter is packed with photographs from our outdoor activity week and there are so many other highlights from the last year - if you glance back at all the newsletters you will see that we have done over 60 different trips and had over 100 different extracurricular opportunities during the year. We live and breathe our motto ‘make a difference’ and our sense of community is really what makes us special – still cheering and supporting each other in the rain today at sports day! Pastoral care is always at the heart of what we do and I am delighted to let you know that we will be adding to this team in September with new Heads of Year for all year groups alongside our Directors of Upper and Lower school. As we enter our final week and look to next academic year, we have plenty to look forward to. The main centre piece of this will be opening HAWI6, our new sixth form but we will continue to ensure we remain at the forefront of providing an outstanding education for all. We will welcome new students and staff and will work together to ‘make a difference’ to our own lives and everyone else around us. I would like to say thank you for all your support and wish you and all your families a restful and enjoyable summer. With my very best wishes, Mrs Larizadeh https://0e58658be539ee7325a0-220f04f871df648cf4a4d93a111e3366.ssl.cf3.rackcdn.com/harris_secondary_wimbledon/uploads/document/Newsletter-14.07.23.pdf
3 February 2023Newsletter 03/02/23Thank you to all the staff who have been leading the various opportunities for the students over the last few weeks; I really appreciate all the time they spend providing the many visits and events. On that note, we are very much looking forward to the swimming gala tomorrow evening at Tooting Leisure Centre. I was proud that our Music students were invited to perform at the Winter Warmer concert in aid of the Mayor of Merton’s charities and delighted that the year 7 and 8 girls beat Harris Academy Clapham in the 2nd round the Harris Cup! These are just two of the achievements for this week - you will find many more in the newsletter. Over the last few weeks both Mr Walsh and Mr Arnold have given assemblies to the students around the topic of being safe online. We all recognise the positive impact of the internet but it is important that all young people know how to stay safe online. I would be grateful if you could spend some time over the weekend, reminding your children about how to stay safe: • Think before you post • Don’t share personal details • Watch out for any scams • Think about who you are talking to • Keep your device secure • Never give out your password If you have any further questions or would like any further guidance, please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s tutor. Have an enjoyable weekend, Mrs Larizadeh https://0e58658be539ee7325a0-220f04f871df648cf4a4d93a111e3366.ssl.cf3.rackcdn.com/harris_secondary_wimbledon/uploads/document/Newsletter-03.02.23.pdf
6 January 2023Nesletter 06/01/23Happy New Year and welcome back to the Spring Term. We are looking forward to an exciting and productive term ahead. The dates for your diary section contains all of the parents’ evenings for the term but we also have a number of other events: We welcome Hugh Bonneville on Tuesday 24th January who will be meeting students interested in a career on the stage or screen. The swimming gala on the 4th February and the Lower School disco on the 9 th February are firm favourites in our annual calendar. We have secured some tickets to watch Hamilton at the Victoria Palace Theatre for a rewards trip and have our own production of Matilda on the 15th and 16th March. We are hosting a University Challenge competition for academies in the Federation and finish the term with Deep Learning days. We have an Apprenticeship Day on Monday 6 th February and our Future Aspirations week from the 13th - 17th March. We are hosting a Mental Health conference with King’s College Wimbledon in February and have our own Pastoral evening for parents on the 2nd February. Let’s not forget that this term is also very much about hard work in the classroom - Year 11 have about 70 school days until their first GCSE exam and Years 7 and 9 have assessments next week. We have had more applications than spaces for HAWI6, our new 6 th form opening in September 2023- remember current students automatically get a place if they meet the entry requirements and make an application - if your child is in Year 11 and hasn’t made an application, then ensure they do it as soon as possible. So a typically busy term at HAWI! I hope you have a relaxing weekend, Mrs Larizadeh https://0e58658be539ee7325a0-220f04f871df648cf4a4d93a111e3366.ssl.cf3.rackcdn.com/harris_secondary_wimbledon/uploads/document/Newsletter-06.01.23_v1.pdf
2 December 2022Newsletter 02/12/22It has been a busy few weeks for team work and sport at HAWI.  Congratulations to the netball teams who are having a great season so far.  Years 10/11 came third in the recent borough tournament, Year 9 won their match this week and Years 7/8 are playing well together as they compete in their first few games of the season.  Team work is really important and touches all parts of school life – from working together in lessons to competing in sporting events to rehearsing together for the school production.  Team work will also be important in some of the traditions that we have established at the end of every Autumn Term. · Houses in Year 7 and 8 can enter the Decorate The Door Competition. · Festive jumper and lunch day: Thursday 15th December.  Lunch will be provided for all students free of charge.  We will be raising money for Save the Children if you are able to make a donation. · Secret Santa for each House.  Students will be given a name of someone in their house group and can bring in a gift up to the value of £2.  These will be given out in the house festive parties on Friday 16th December. The annual book fair has also been a great success and thank you to Ms Angely, our school librarian for organising it. Good luck to Year 11 for their mock exams - we are all very proud of how hard they are working. I hope you have a great weekend, Mrs Larizadeh https://0e58658be539ee7325a0-220f04f871df648cf4a4d93a111e3366.ssl.cf3.rackcdn.com/harris_secondary_wimbledon/uploads/document/Newsletter-02.12.22_v1.pdf