Issue 12 • July 2024
...................... A message from Mr Copeland .................... As the Summer Term draws to a close I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the wonderful experiences and accomplishments that we have shared at Hymers Hessle Mount. It has been a year filled with learning, growth and countless moments of joy and laughter. The children have achieved so much and it has been a pleasure to watch their confidence flourish and to see them develop new skills.
cherish special memories of them both. The final few weeks of term have seen a number of exciting events take place. I was delighted to see all the children participating for their houses on Sports Day and a big well done to the parents and guardians who also stepped up; we may need a longer warm up before the races next year! The Year 2 performance of Pirates vs Mermaids wowed audiences with strong singing, fluent lines, good humour and confidence
Roy Turnham (Paralympic Footballer) delivered an inspiring assembly about growing up blind and achieving his goals. The children enjoyed the experience and asked some excellent questions. Roy has even agreed to come back in the Autumn Term to teach us how to play blind football! A big thank you must also go to everyone who generously agreed to sponsor one or several of our pupils. As a result we will be able to considerably invest in
I would like to extend a huge thank you to the dedicated staff team for their unwavering commitment to nurturing and educating our young pupils. They seek to know and understand each child as an individual enabling and guiding them on their educational journey. Their passion and enthusiasm creates an environment where every child feels valued and supported. I would also like to say a fond farewell to Mrs Doggett and Mrs Hill who are moving on at the end of this academic year. They have both given so much to the school over the last ten years and I know that children and staff alike, will
throughout. I was privileged to present the graduation certificates to the pupils who have come to the end of their time in the Pre-School and was amazed with their singing and music performance. We were also fortunate to welcome not one but two Paralympic athletes into school for an afternoon of exercise and activity. Sean Gaffney (Paralympic Power Lifter) put the children through their paces with a high intensity fitness circuit and
new sports equipment for the school. Finally, I would like to wish our fabulous Year 2 children well as they embark on the next stage of their education. Enjoy continuing your Hymers journey in the Junior School! I hope you all have a wonderful summer break filled with rest and quality time with family and friends. I look forward to welcoming you all back in the new school year.