The Flagpole

Tuesday 14 November 2017 at 7.30pm

Our October book A Rising Man by Abir Mukherjee, was enjoyed by the group. This is a slow paced murder mystery which focuses a good deal on scene setting in Calcutta and it has a rather old-fashioned feel to it - but was nonetheless a very engaging read. It is easy to see the potential here for future books with the same characters and Mukherjee has already written a sequel which should be worth trying.

We meet again in the library at 7.30pm on Tuesday 14 November. Please note that as this is a Tuesday which is a change from our usual Wednesday slot. We will be discussing Holding by Graham Norton. This is his first novel and has had very good reviews. It is always a pleasure to see new faces, so please come along whether or not you have had time to read this book. We offer a warm welcome and are always interested in sampling different kinds of books so new recommendations for reading are always much appreciated.

Chris Kerrigan
Head of English 

Friday 24 November 7.00pm - 9.30pm

The House Talent Show is taking place after half term and is shaping up to be another fun and entertaining night.  Last year’s winner Roualeyn Alford from Fisher House set the bar incredibly high with his funny and skilful ventriloquism act, so we’re excited to see what hidden talents emerge this year too.

As well as being a good night out, all the proceeds from tickets and refreshments go towards our nominated House Charity for 2017-2018 ‘Headway’, who’s aim is to promote understanding of brain injury and provide information, support and services to survivors, their families and carers.

Soap opera fans: we are also very fortunate to have a fantastic sign from the iconic Albert Square, autographed on set personally by all of the current Eastenders cast.  This unique item has been organised by Elsie Kelley from Benet House, whose mother works on the Eastenders production. To add to our fundraising total we are putting the sign up for silent auction with the successful bid announced at the end of the show.  If you would like to make a bid, you can do so on the night, or if you can’t attend the talent show, bids can be made in advance by emailing aliciaogorman@princethorpe.co.uk with the following information;

• Parent Name
• Pupil name
• Pupil tutor group
• Contact number
• Amount Bid

Deadline for email bids is Wednesday 22 November. 

Talent Show tickets are £3.50 for adults and £2 for children. Pupils can purchase these from the biology office F6 at break or lunchtimes after half term. 

Monday 27 November - 7.00pm

Advances In Medical Imaging

This talk will look at some of the recent advances in medical imaging, in both research and clinical work and will have examples from some of the leading centres in the UK.

Dr Amy McDowell is a research physicist, using cutting edge MRI techniques to investigate childhood diseases at Great Ormond Street Hospital and University College, London.

Dr David Towey is a clinical physicist at Northampton General Hospital, optimising diagnostic and therapeutic radio-isotope techniques in clinical practice

The lecture will be held in the Sixth Form Lecture Theatre and there will be refreshments and a chance to chat with David and Amy after the talk. All parents and pupils are welcome.

This is a free event but to help us cater efficiently please reserve places with Lisa Gardner by clicking here no later than Wednesday 22 November.

Gill Smith
Head of Science

Tuesday 28 November, 6.30pm - 7.30pm - Theatre

Do you have a son or daughter planning got go to university in 2018? If so then it is likely they will be applying for student finance to support them through their studies, whether to pay for tuition fees or to support their living expenses, or both. 

This evening presentation will aim to equip you with all the advice you need for supporting your son/daughter through this process, as well as informing you of the role that you might need to play. A Student Funding Advisor from the University of Warwick will be leading the presentation and will cover tuition and maintenance loan systems, other forms of financial support and will also give parents some guidance on student costs and budgeting. 

The students will receive a similar presentation on Thursday 16 November so there is no need for them to attend the evening event - this is for parents to be informed. 

We do hope that you will be able to attend what promises to be a very informative evening. Please click here to advise your availability to attend.

Jacqui Quinney
Head of Careers and UCAS Co-ordinator

Wednesday 6 December 2017 at 7.00pm in the College Theatre

The Music Department extends a warm invitation to all parents and friends to join us in a Christmas celebration of music and poetry.

This will be an informal evening offering pupils the opportunity to perform a range of out of the ordinary Christmas pieces.  Pupils from the GCSE music group, LAMDA lessons, as well as individual music recitals and the popular Jazz Band, Choir and our Vocalize group will be taking part in the evening.  Please feel free to enter into the spirit of the occasion by wearing a Christmas jumper or similarly festive outfit.  There will be an award for the finest example of Christmas knitwear!

This promises to be an enjoyable and memorable introduction to the festive period. If you would like to join us then please note that due to our restrictions on numbers this will be a ticket only event. To apply for and print tickets please click here and complete your details.

We hope that you will partake in a little festive mulled wine and mince pies following the performance in the beautifully restored Roundhouse. Please note that tickets are free of charge.

With thanks for your continuing support.

Gil Cowlishaw
Director of Music

Monday 18 December at 7.00pm

Parents and friends of the College are invited to a special Carol Service in the College Chapel on Monday 18 December at 7.00pm.

The service will follow the traditional form, with the College Choir leading our singing. Seasonal refreshments will be offered after the service in the Sixth Form Centre.

Due to the popularity of this event, seats must be reserved in advance. You will understand that the Chapel can only hold a finite number of people and for health and safety reasons we need to limit numbers. Seats are available on a first come first served basis.  Please click here to reserve places. Please reply by Wednesday 13 December 2017.

Mary Benham
Chaplaincy Co-ordinator