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We are thrilled to announce that Toby, a Year 7 student at TCA, has taken a leading role in an original Christmas short movie titled "I Believe." This unique film is a delightful blend of a feel-good Christmas movie, "Blair Witch Project," and "X Files." Toby shines as one of the three lead characters, Lucas, and stars alongside his sister Lily, who plays his on-screen sister, Louise.
Thomas Clarkson Academy (TCA) and The Wisbech Academy (TWA) Year 7 students recently had a fantastic opportunity to participate in the Royal Opera's 'Everybody Sing' initiative. Held in TCA's theatre, this exciting session brought Mozart’s beloved opera, ‘The Magic Flute,’ directly to over 300 children, creating an unforgettable musical adventure.
Almost 200 high achievers from Year 9, 10, and 11 at Thomas Clarkson Academy recently achieved remarkable success in the Bebras Computational Thinking Challenge. This international competition tests problem-solving skills and computational thinking abilities through a series of engaging and challenging tasks. Our students approached these tasks with great enthusiasm and determination, demonstrating their ability to think critically and solve complex problems.
Our top sixth form mathematicians have recently achieved remarkable success in two prestigious mathematical competitions: the Senior Mathematical Challenge (SMC) and the Mathematical Olympiad for Girls (MOG). These events provided an excellent platform for our students to showcase their skills and dedication to mathematics.
Thomas Clarkson Academy is delighted to announce its continued investment in the Bookbuzz programme for Year 7 and Year 8 students this academic year. This year, the initiative also includes Year 7 students from The Wisbech Academy, highlighting the collaboration between the two schools within the trust. The programme aims to foster a love for reading among students by providing them with high-quality, carefully selected books.
Josh, a Year 12 student, recently showcased his bravery and intellect at the Philosophy and Ethics Conference held at Newham College, Cambridge. Josh took the stand to argue that Natural Moral Law is an outdated philosophical concept, engaging in a lively debate that was part of a diverse range of topics covered throughout the day.
Christmas came early for some of our students after they received a book and chocolates in the spirit of a Christmas Eve Icelandic tradition. Our academy is once again hosting its annual Jólabókaflóð, or "book flood," event. This cherished tradition, celebrated on Christmas Eve in Iceland, involves exchanging books and spending the evening reading by a cosy fire while enjoying chocolate.
In celebration of National Poetry Day, students were invited by Librarian Miss Robinson to showcase their poetic talents. The competition saw a wonderful array of entries, but it was Om P from Year 8 who emerged victorious.
Our Sixth Form Mentoring scheme continues to shine as a beacon of excellence, providing exceptional opportunities for our top achievers in Maths and English to reach even greater heights. Selected for their remarkable talents, these students are immersing themselves in an enriching journey of learning, mentorship, and discovery.
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In a heartwarming display of community spirit, students from Thomas Clarkson Academy and The Wisbech Academy joined forces to support the Wisbech Fire Station Christmas gift appeal. The initiative aimed to spread Christmas cheer to those in need within the local community.
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Box Clever's latest production has once again proven to be a resounding success, captivating Year 10 students with its innovative and interactive approach. The modern re-telling of the classic story kept students engaged from start to finish, blending key quotes from the original text with contemporary references that resonated with the young audience.
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Last Friday, 13 Year 12 and 13 Sixth Form students had the unique opportunity to visit Trinity Hall College for a bespoke application workshop day. The event, curated and delivered by Trinity Hall, aimed to dispel myths and correct misinterpretations about what it means to be a Cambridge applicant and student.
