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School is open as normal tomorrow. We have done a thorough risk assessment, and are mindful of the impact partial closure has on working parents and student’s learning, so we are putting in place lots of mitigation to keep the school open. Students have been wearing their PE kits since June to help them stay cool. The dress code for staff and Sixth Form has also been relaxed. All students should bring a refillable water bottle each day. Please ensure your child applies sun cream before school and brings it with them to reapply if needed. We encourage all students to wear a hat when outdoors. Water fountains are available across the site before school, during break and lunch, and after school. Drinks are available to purchase from the canteen at breakfast, break, and lunchtime. Toilets are available before school, during break and lunch, after school, and between lessons. Students are encouraged to stay in the shade where possible—fortunately, we have plenty of shaded areas. There will be no football at break or lunchtime to reduce strenuous activity. The PE department will continue to adapt lessons appropriately for the weather, as they always do. Classrooms and offices are being kept cool by closing blinds and keeping windows and doors open where possible. Students are advised to take things steadily and avoid heavy physical activity. We will of course keep everything under review, through this period of hot weather and thank you for your ongoing support.

The school is closed to students on Tuesday 23rd June for the Scholars’ Staff Conference.

lunchtime to reduce strenuous activity. Students are advised to take things steadily and avoid heavy physical activity. Lessons: The PE department will continue to adapt lessons appropriately for the weather, as they always do. Classrooms and offices are being kept cool by closing blinds and keeping windows and doors open where possible. Other Updates: Unfortunately, the Fun Run has been cancelled. At this stage, we are not planning to close the school early. Thank you for your support in helping us keep all students safe during the hot weather

With the recent warm weather, we have put the following measures in place to keep students safe and comfortable: Students have been wearing their PE kits since June to help them stay cool. The dress code for staff and Sixth Form has also been relaxed. All students should bring a refillable water bottle each day. Please ensure your child applies sun cream before school and brings it with them to reapply if needed. We encourage all students to wear a hat when outdoors. Water fountains are available across the site before school, during break and lunch, and after school. Drinks are available to purchase from the canteen at breakfast, break, and lunchtime. Toilets are available before school, during break and lunch, after school, and between lessons. Students are encouraged to stay in the shade where possible—fortunately, we have plenty of shaded areas. There will be no football at break or lunchtime to reduce strenuous activity. Students are advised to take things steadily and avoid heavy physical activity. The PE department will continue to adapt lessons appropriately for the weather, as they always do. Classrooms and offices are being kept cool by closing blinds and keeping windows and doors open where possible. Unfortunately, the Fun Run has been cancelled. At this stage, we are not planning to close the school early, but will keep this under review. Thank you for your support in helping us keep all students safe during the hot weather

Sadly, due to the weather, we are cancelling our Fun Run on Wednesday. The PE team worked really hard on a plan B - walking a shorter distance - but even that is unwise given the forecast. Wednesday will be a normal school day, so remember to bring all of your books and iPad. School will finish at 3.30pm. #Reflection #Responsibility #EsseQuamVideri #TheHHEx #Belonging

No matter how hot it gets it is NEVER safe to swim in: the canal, the River Bulbourne through Boxmoor, Fisheries Lake, Apsley Lake, the River Gade through Gadebridge Park, or in the Water Gardens.

Remember: - bring your water bottle - everyone is allowed to be in PE kit - Sixth Form can wear smart shorts and polo shirts, or summer dresses. No flip flops please. - bring a hat - bring sunscreen - keep in the shade - football at break or lunch is unwise - we will make a decision about the fun run on Monday #TheHHEx #EsseQuamVideri #Resilience

Welcome to your sixty-second update! Students have attended the SET Climate Conference. Next Wednesday is our Fun Run, raising money for Home Leone. We are sharing important information about measles vaccination from the Director of Public Health. There are charity events galore next week, raising money for Great Ormond Street. Tickets are on sale for our Summer Concert on the 2nd July. Congratulations to Latimer who won Sports Day, and to Ms Rogers and Ms Hooker who won Pearson National Teaching Awards. Year 9 boys cricket beat Longdean, and Year 7 boys cricket played Kings Langley. Year 8 girls cricket beat everyone at the Hemel Hempstead Town Cricket Club tournament, and Year 8 boys cricket beat Longdean. The HHSA is looking for uniform donations to help other families, so Year 11, can you help? We donated food to DENS, congratulated Li-Shan who is representing Hertfordshire and congratulated Year 11 for making it to the end of their exams. Your newsletter is in your inbox and on the website. Next week is Gold Week. Happy Friday everyone! #TheHHex #Belonging #EsseQuamVideri

And Year 13 are now done too. The fortitude, enthusiasm, and resilience it takes to study for and sit A Levels should never be underestimated. This cohort have opened doors for themselves to the very best careers universities, apprenticeships and adventures. Congratulations, to the class of 2026. We can't wait to see you all at your Leaver's Event on Friday 26th June. #TheHHEx #EsseQuamVideri #Belonging

There were some packed lunches left over after Sports Day, but we did not let them go to waste. Thank you to Mrs Heale who took them up to our friends @denscharity #Relationships #Reflection #Belonging #TheHHEx #EsseQuamVideri

The school is closed to students on Tuesday 23rd June for the Scholars’ Staff Conference.

Please help our hard working HHSA help other and future parents and students. Yes, we are thinking about you, Year 11! 🤪🙏🏻 Pre-Loved Uniform Sale on Transition Day, Thursday 9th July @ 3.15pm Can you help HHSA raise valuable funds for the school and help parents save costs by volunteering to help at this event? If so, please contact: hhsapreloveduniform2u@gmail.com #Relationships #TheHHEx #Belonging