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This week at Liverpool Life Sciences UTC and The Studio School, students took part in a range of exciting projects. Dylan and Elias began an experiment on Kombucha’s antibacterial properties, while our Spanish exchange students joined classes and made new connections. STEAM students explored woodworking, and Year 13 visited Auschwitz through the Lessons from Auschwitz programme. In art, Year 12 focused on life drawings, and Surrealism projects kicked off at The Studio. Students also started a Lab Metalytics project, while Michael excelled during work experience at Nexatrak. Lastly, students explored creative thinking tied to the Sustainable Development Goals. I don’t know how we fit it all in.
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External Spanish students visit
This week, our visiting group of Spanish students had the pleasure of joining Life Sciences UTC. Paired with their student buddies, they've been attending various classes and getting a feel for the school environment while building connections and experiencing life at the UTC firsthand. Sara Gutiérrez García one of the Spanish visiting teachers expressed that “It's been lovely!" Miss Mallo, a Spanish teacher at Life Sciences and The Studio stated “It's been a great week at the UTC Language Hub, our Year 11 students have welcomed our new friends from Vigo (Spain). They will have two weeks to socialise, share cultures, make friends and practice their Spanish in preparation for their summer exams, what an amazing opportunity.
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Auschwitz trip
On Thursday 10th October, four of our Year 13 students had the opportunity to participate in the Lessons from Auschwitz programme. They attended a seminar in advance and then flew to Krakow and back for the day to learn in detail about the Holocaust through a visit to Auschwitz One and Auschwitz-Birkenau. The students are attending a follow-up seminar on Sunday where they are meeting a Holocaust survivor Mala Tribich MBE. This experience will stay with our students for life!
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Experiment to explore antibacterial properties of Kombucha
This week Dylan and Elias set up an experiment to explore the antibacterial qualities of Kombucha SCOBYS. This project is a collaboration between the CUC, The Natural History Museum, Liverpool University and Momo Kombucha.
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STEAM
This week Ignite students in STEAM learnt about the principles of woodworking joints as part of a project to design exciting chairs.
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T-Level Launch – An Industry exclusive event 12/11/2024
We are excited to launch our new T-Levels in Digital Production, Design and Development and Engineering. This exclusive event is aimed at industry partners in Engineering, Digital, and Creative sectors, offering a unique opportunity to learn about the future of education and how these new T-Level qualifications can help build the workforce of tomorrow. We kindly request that parents share this information with their employers register here.
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Surrealism at The Studio School
This week, our students embarked on their exciting Surrealism projects, diving into one of the most imaginative and thought-provoking art movements of the 20th century. They are exploring the boundaries of reality and imagination, creating artworks that challenge conventional thinking and tap into the subconscious.
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World Mental Health Day
Thursday marked World Mental Health Day, a global initiative celebrated across the world. The Liverpool Parenting Newsletter is now available—please take a moment to review it and share the information with your families.
Did you know October is ADHD Awareness Month?
On the 16 October 2024 10-11am, Join Witherslack Group for a live webinar exploring what is meant by ADHD burnout, how to identify the key signs in children, plus supportive strategies to help prevent or reduce its effects.
Register your place here
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Lab Metalytics
This week our Life Science students started their lab metalytics project with a brief from Alfred H Knight a leading provider of inspection and analysis for the metals, minerals, solid fuels and agricultural industries.
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Project with The Natural History Museum and Liverpool University
Ignite students begin work on an investigation on the effect of arid conditions on stomata density. This project is with the assistance of The Natural History Museum and Liverpool University.
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Health Care experiment
This week Mrs Mitchell organised an experiment for Year 13 Health Care students which enabled them to gain practical experience in research methods.
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Sickness procedure
From a safeguarding perspective, students who indicate they are feeling unwell will not be sent out of class as an unwell/injured student unaided may faint on the stairs or corridor. Staff will call first aid and first aid will go to the student. Students are not to contact home themselves when they are unwell, staff will call parents if needed.
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HBKU-Creativity and Metaphorical Thinking Through Sustainable Development Goals
This week our students dived into a creative journey where metaphorical thinking meets the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Students discovered how abstract thinking can lead to tangible actions and strategies for sustainability. The session aimed to inspire a fresh perspective on the SDGs, emphasising creativity as a crucial tool in addressing and solving complex environmental and societal issues.
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Work Experience at Nexatrak
During his time at Nexatrak, Michael proved to be highly resourceful, making valuable contributions to their website and software. In recognition of his efforts, he was presented with a £25 Aldi gift voucher. Sujita, the Operations Director at Nexatrak, praised The Studio School for sending such a top student for work experience, remarking that by the third day, Michael was doing a “stellar job.” Michael is now pursuing a degree in Computer Science with Software Development at The University of Liverpool—a fantastic next step following his time at the CUC.
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Leave us a Google Review
We strive to provide the best possible experience for our students. Your feedback helps us improve and continue delivering quality education and care. If you’ve had a good experience with us, we’d love to hear from you. Leaving a quick review on Google helps other individuals learn more about our schools and gives us valuable insight.
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Miss Allason's Maths Conundrum https://ukmt.org.uk
The answer to last week’s conundrum was C. This week’s conundrum asks;
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Come back next week to find out this week's answer!
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Life drawings at the Studio School
This week our Year 12 students were tasked with quick sketching portraits of a female model, with charcoal in life drawings. Charcoal offers a range of benefits, including rich, deep blacks and a wide tonal range. It allows for expressive mark-making and can be easily blended for smooth gradations. Charcoal is also versatile for both detailed work and loose, sketchy effects. Year 11 students also participated in the session to help them refine their drawing and observational skills for their personal investigation project.
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Year 11 Sixth Form Parents Information Evening Thursday 28th of November 5.30-6.30pm at the CUC building
We are excited to invite parents to our Year 11 Parents Information Evening, where you can learn about the specialised pathways available at Life Sciences UTC and The Studio School. This event is designed to help you and your child make informed choices about their future education. During the evening, you'll hear about the opportunities offered through each of our pathways, providing your child with the chance to explore their passions in a supportive environment.
Pathways Available:
- MeDeVet (Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science)
- Life Sciences
- Applied Science
- Social Science
- Health and Care
- Liberal Arts
- Creatives
- Technology
- T-level: Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing
- T-level: Digital Production, Design and Development
This is a great opportunity to meet our expert staff, ask questions, and discover how these pathways prepare students for top universities and competitive careers. With strong industry and university connections, we ensure students gain valuable real-world experience. We encourage you to attend and explore the exciting future opportunities available to your child! Register here
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Upcoming Open Days for Universities
Hope University
- Saturday 19th of October 2024 9-3.30pm – Register here
- Saturday 16th November 2024 9-3.30pm– Register here
University of Leeds
- Saturday 19th of October 2024 9-5pm – Register here
Edge Hill University
- Saturday 2nd of November 2024 10-3pm – Register here
- Saturday 23rd of November 2024 10-3pm – Register here
Liverpool John Moores University
- Friday 8th of November 9-3.30pm – Register here
- Saturday 16th of November 9-3.30pm – Register here
Manchester Metropolitan
- Saturday 19th of October 2024 9.30-4pm – Register here
- Saturday 23rd of November 2024 9.30-4pm – Register here
University of Central Lancashire
- Saturday 30th of November 2024 9-3pm – Register here
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Online Career Days
Career Days give students an insight into different careers, advice on subject choices and how to apply to university, followed by work experience in the afternoon to help them see what the career may be like. Students will receive a certificate confirming their work experience. Students aged 13-18 can register to join the online days by visiting www.careerdays.co.uk
- Psychology Career Day - Saturday 19th October
- Architect Career Day - Saturday 26th October
- Performing Arts Career Day - Sunday 27th October
- Law Career Day - Saturday 2nd November
- Vet Career Day - Saturday 9th November
- Computer Science Career Day - Saturday 23rd November
- Engineering & Technology Career Day - Saturday 30th November
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Patient Safety Advisors – Alder Hay
Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust is seeking young volunteers aged 16-18 to become Patient Safety Advisors. This role is unpaid but covers expenses and may lead to paid work. Applicants should be studying Health & Social Care and have personal experience as a patient at Alder Hey. They're also recruiting a parent or guardian with family care experience at Alder Hey. More details below.
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Word of the Week - INCONSPICUOUS
Definition - Not easily noticed or seen; not attracting attention /
From Latin: in- "not ,without" + conspicere "to look at / Usage: "an inconspicuous red-brick building"
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Vaping – We would like to remind you that we do not allow students to bring items such as cigarettes, lighters, matches or e-cigarettes/ vapes into school.
Zero Tolerance of Abuse - The NST has a zero-tolerance approach to abusive language, violence, aggression or harassment towards employees, governors and volunteers.
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