May, 2023 Issue #10
JESS SIXTH FORM GAZETTE Latest news and bulletin updates in our own Sixth Form
Editor: Alison King
Editor’s Introduction Welcome to the JESS Sixth Form Gazette! As editor, I am excited to introduce you to the latest news, events, and achievements from our school community. Our dedicated team of writers has been working diligently to bring you engaging and informative content that is sure to keep you informed and up to date. May has been an extremely busy month across the entire school, but especially in the Sixth form. The Year 13’s began and finished their exams this month, as well as graduated on the 20th. Now, as they embark on the next stage of their life, the Year 12’s are left sole in the sixth form until the next school year. Despite being more thankful than ever they aren’t in exams, being surrounded by the Year 13’s and 11’s test anxiety, the Year 12’s have been hustling through IA deadlines, EE and TOK deadlines, and topic tests. Thankfully, as we near the summer holidays, motivation and resilience are strong, knowing that in a month’s time we can finally get a rest (well- sort of!). We hope you enjoy reading the Gazette and welcome your feedback. Our team is always open to suggestions and ideas for future articles, and if you are interested in joining our team, please do not hesitate to reach out to me at 10AKing@jess.sch.ae. We appreciate your support and look forward to keeping you informed about all the exciting things happening at JESS Sixth Form. Thank you for choosing to stay informed with us!
Who was Nikola Tesla? Why should you care? By Lena Nedeljkovic Nikola Tesla, a name synonymous with innovation and brilliance, was one of the greatest inventors and electrical engineers. Tesla, born in 1856, contributed immensely to the fields of electricity, magnetism, and wireless communication. Tesla is particularly known for his development of alternating current (AC) power systems, patented in 1888; an invention that forever changed the distribution and generation of electricity. Unlike Thomas Edison's direct current (DC) system, Tesla's AC power was far more efficient and allowed for the transmission of electricity over long distances, leading to the electrification of the world. Furthermore, Tesla’s research in radio waves and wireless communication laid the foundations for the invention of the radio. Tesla was a pioneer in x-ray technology, developing the medical applications to the tool. Tesla’s vision of creating a world where electricity could be transmitted through air, without wires, led to the production of a Tesla coil – a device that produces high voltage and low current electricity. Despite his immense talent and intellect, Tesla's life was marred by financial struggles and eccentricities. Many of his inventions were never fully recognized or monetized during his lifetime. However, his legacy lives on, and his ideas continue to inspire generations of inventors and scientists. Nikola Tesla's achievements are a testament to human curiosity, creativity, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge. His visionary concepts and inventions have shaped the modern world, making him a true pioneer of electricity and innovation. Tesla's name will forever be associated with brilliance, and his contributions continue to illuminate the path towards a brighter future.
BTEC Sport + Girl up!
Courses and careers + Dubai Opera trip
Amber Bettsworth + Ranya Khurana
Cyrus Fotuhi + Sara Hughes Pacheco
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Upcoming Dates + Comic of the month
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