Dear all
Well, that was not the end of the term that we expected. However, given the weather outside as I type this, I think the call by the Local Authority was absolutely the right one. I am sorry for those of you for whom the decision has caused inconvenience.
In any case, we have much cause for celebration this term and more to look forward to when we return. Please see below for an extraordinary raffle run by MCS Friends, as well as a chance to snap up tickets to the wonderful Monmouth's Got Talent show - a student-run extravaganza that showcases a wide variety of talents from young people from MCS and across the county. It is a live and in-person show at the Blake, so please come along to support.
As you know, Covid regulations change again today for Wales, and as such the following points are the major changes in our Covid protocols at school after half term:
- Face coverings are no longer compulsory. They are instead now strongly recommended, especially in mixed communal areas such as corridors and atria. Face coverings are welcome anywhere in school.
- Students are now asked to complete a LFD test twice a week, down from three times. Tests continue to be available at school for students to collect.
The following core interventions remain in place:
- All students must follow self-isolation guidance
- Students must not attend school if they have any COVID-19 symptoms
- Regular handwashing and respiratory etiquette by all
- Adequate ventilation and appropriate levels of cleaning
Thank you all for your continued support of our school in a multitude of ways and in the context of continued challenges, as we continue to strive to provide a broad and balanced education that is of exceptional quality for all young people in our care.
All the very best for a restful and restorative half term break. Students return on Tuesday 1st March at the usual start time of 8.45am.
Hugo Hutchison
Headteacher
Congratulations to Year 13 student Sam Berry, part of the Dragons Academy Under-18s who were crowned RAG Championship winners after the most dramatic of finishes against Cardiff Rugby with Sam contributing to the score of 26-17 with a touchline conversion.
