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Olympic & Paralympic Education Pack for HertfordshireOlympic & Paralympic Education Pack for Hertfordshire 12 March 2012

This week look out for your school’s Olympic and Paralympic Education Pack. The pack comprises of a disc, which has been developed to support the curriculum for 5-16 year olds by Hertfordshire is Ready for Winners, the county’s official partnership supporting the delivery and promotion of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Hertfordshire, and Hertfordshire County Council.

The pack is made up of a introductory resources supporting the Olympic and Paralympic Values for KS 2, KS 3 and KS 4, supporting video clips and a series of school-based examples and good ideas for either primary or secondary age students, which have been created by Hertfordshire teachers to be fun and flexible. The aim is to help you and your colleagues deliver cross-curricular school activities, inspired by the Olympic and Paralympic Games which have been designed, tested and delivered by colleagues across the county.

As a proud Host County for London 2012, we want the children and young people of Hertfordshire to feel part of the Games so that we secure a lasting legacy for the county by using the Games as a catalyst for raising standards, promoting wellbeing and encouraging the participation and engagement of all of our children and young people.

We hope you take full advantage of this unique opportunity for teaching and learning and that these resources help you to achieve our goals.

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Art

£500 Worth of Art Equipment up for Grabs in London 2012 Inspired Competition

From the Studio to the Podium is an art competition for members of disability art groups and pupils of all ages attending special schools, devised by Hertfordshire is Ready for Winners.

Art

Sandringham School Case Study - Designing an Olympic Medal - KS3

English & Maths

Countdown to the Games New

Not long to go to the start of the Olympic Games, many schools are deep in preparation to bring the experience of the global event into classrooms.

Schools and teachers are busy planning lessons, events and activities to make effective use of the games to enrich children’s learning experiences.

Following numerous requests, the Primary Teaching and Learning Team are running a day of training to help schools and teachers plan high quality learning activities for English and mathematics.

A small taste of these is outlined briefly below.

 

Primary Olympics Course: 28 May 2012

Countdown to the games:

  • Do you enjoy developing interesting and engaging contexts for English and mathematics learning in your classrooms?
  • Have you planned to make use of real-life events to enrich pupil's learning experiences?
  • If you are inspired by the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, join us for an innovative and exciting day. You will explore a range of teaching ideas, strategies and resources that can be immediately used in Key Stage 1 and 2 classrooms.
  • Linked by common sporting themes, the activities will motivate pupils by providing engaging contexts for learning.
English

KS3 Going for Gold Scheme

This sow aims to develop students' knowledge, understanding and enjoyment of the Olympic Games, past and present. While this primarily focuses on The Beijing Olympics, it has had an appendix included for the Olympics 2012.

Mathematics

Maths and Sport: Countdown to the Games

Free online mathematical resources exploring maths and science through the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Activities for students, KS1 to KS5 - most including teachers' notes.

Modern Foreign Languages

A whole range of websites and resources, specially created for use in the MFL classroom. Some are ideas-based and others offer excellent resources that you can simply download and use.

Science Updated
 

A range of websites and resources for use in the Science classroom.


Young Games Maker Programme

When we won the bid to host the London 2012 Games, we made a promise to inspire more young people to choose sport. One of the ways we can do this is through volunteering. We’re proud to offer more than 2,000 opportunities for 16-18 year olds to volunteer at the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. 

We’re looking for recognised organisations such as youth or sports clubs and community and volunteering groups, as well as Get Set Network schools and colleges, to put forward over 250 teams of young volunteers to help us fulfil vital roles and help make the Games happen.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for young people to get involved in the greatest show on earth – while learning new skills, gaining experience and making new friends.

Young Games Makers will be needed in the Technology department and across a number of sports, from Aquatics and Athletics to Taekwondo and Volleyball.

Applications are open from 22 September until midnight on 31 October 2011.

Please note that Taekwondo applications will close on 13 October to give us enough time to select teams for the Taekwondo test event on 3 December.

Please read all the information in this section before deciding whether to apply. The Have you got what it takes page is a good place to start:

Young Games Maker teams

We want to make sure that Young Games Makers have a fantastic experience, and that they are well cared for throughout their volunteer journey. As a result, each role is for a team of young people, headed by a team leader who already works with them – like a teacher or youth leader. 
Team leaders will apply for a role on behalf of the young volunteers, and will be responsible for them during selection events, training and the Games.

 

Educational Opportunities - London 2012

The Herts 2012 Education Team have developed Hertfordshire’s Own 2012 Education Website. The aim of this website is to provide a vehicle for schools to share what they are doing in relation to 2012 with other schools around the county.

If you are doing anything that you are prepared to share with other schools please email the relevant documents or pictures to Alastair Cook:
Email: alastair.cook@tbshs.org

Hertfordshire School Games

With London 2012 getting closer and the new School Games Organiser posts in place, Hertfordshire is really getting "Ready for Winners". The government wants all children to share in the excitement of the Olympics and many of you have already joined the "Get Set" network. To ensure you do not miss out on developments as they happen please log on to the web address below and make it one of your "favourites".

The London Olympics is a once in a lifetime opportunity for us all to maximise the impact sport can have on everyone, especially children.

Get Involved - Hertfordshire's Involvement in the Olympic Games

Olympic & Paralympic Update
Olympic Leaflet: A Once in a Lifetime Opportunity

 

Useful Weblinks

BBC London Olympics
British Olympic Association
Herts School Games New
Hertfordshire is Ready for Winners
International Olympic Association
London 2012
Sport England
Youth Sport Trust - Inspiring School Sport