On 16th June, staff at William Howard School came together to celebrate the successful completion of their departmental professional development projects. Over the past few months, each department has been exploring a variety of innovative themes, including the integration of AI in education, reciprocal reading strategies, the use of Cloud Design Box, and new approaches…
DetailsOn Tuesday morning, members of the Cumbria Deaf Association in Carlisle visited William Howard School for a morning of inclusive sport with our members of Team Inspire. Our students welcomed them to our sports hall and introduced themselves one by one, some of them having learnt to sign their names for the event which was…
DetailsThis engaging event featured a range of high-profile keynote speakers, including Sir Ian Bauckham, Chief Regulator at Ofqual, and Leora Cruddas, founding Chief Executive of the Confederation of School Trusts, who provided valuable insights into the future of education and the challenges we face.
DetailsYear 7 have been studying A Midsummer Night’s Dream in English this term. They have learned about the characters from the play: The Lovers, the Court; The Fairies and the Mechanicals. Ms Ledger’s class have written letters from different characters including love letters from Hermia to Lysander, letters from Titania to her beloved votress, a…
DetailsIt’s been snowing in a Year 9 Photography lesson, where the students are working on their Christmas card shoot. The images below are very much ‘works in progress’ but we’ll look forward to showing you the final outcomes in a couple of weeks. The class spent a happy hour surrounded by baubles and tinsel in…
DetailsExcitement is mounting for our latest school production – High School Musical, the electrifying stage adaptation of Disney’s beloved film. Step into the halls of East High and follow the uplifting story of star basketball player Troy and new student Gabriella, who discover an unexpected passion for singing. This high-energy production proves anything can happen…
DetailsThis year’s whole school production ‘High School Musical’ was a resounding success, leaving the packed audiences’ spirits lifted sky-high. Students from Year 7 to 13 had been preparing for the production since October, with a range of roles and opportunities available for them to get involved; from performing in the cast or as a musician…
DetailsSmiles and cheerful Christmas jumpers filled the school on the last day of term! Special celebration assemblies for Years 7, 8 and 9, were led by Mr Connolly with reminders of the true meaning of Christmas and carol singing accompanied by our choir. Enthusiastic sing-alongs of ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’ left the students bursting…
DetailsA huge thank you to all students, parents and staff who supported our Scholastic Book Fair last week (12–15 November 2024). It was a very successful event, with the sales of books and stationery amounting to nearly £1,000. As a result, our school will receive lots of free books for the Library and students are…
DetailsThe dangers of Internet resources, including social media platforms, have been shown in sharp relief in recent times. Like so many tools and opportunities, the Internet offers students benefits as well as dangers. Safer Internet Day 2024 takes place on 6th February 2024, with celebrations and learning across the UK based around the theme ‘Inspiring…
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