Bravery at Sutton Lawns

Cross Country
Saturday mornings in autumn has traditionally seen the Salterford Cross Country team at Berry Hill braving all sorts of weather.  This year, the competition has moved to Sutton Lawns.  A far more picturesque location.  If you have never been, it has a wide variety of play equipment, an outdoor adidas gym, a skate park and plenty of open space for running around.
After much persuading, seven fantastic Salterford children turned out on Saturday for the first race in a series of three.  Tatziana, Jessica K, Sarah, Jessie and Lois did Year 6 proud.  They all worked extremely hard and completed the course in style.  It takes an enormous amount of courage to tackle a cross country race and the girls had it in spades.  Jessica took the honours as the first girl from Salterford  to return to Mrs Sunman for a well deserved mini-roll, the rest followed quickly behind.
The boys, though smaller in numbers, were no less lacking in courage.  Despite being the youngest runners at the competition, Daniel and James (both Year 3), performed fantastically.  Being surrounded by older and somewhat larger boys did not frighten the boys.  They set off at a terrific speed and were soon making their way around the course.  Daniel was the first to return and finished in a very creditable position, beating over forty much older boys. James ran fabulously for two-thirds of the race. Unfortunately, he developed a stomach cramp and found it very uncomfortable to run.  Any lesser boy would have stopped but not James.  He struggled through the last 400m and bravely finished his first Cross Country race.
Mr Britten was very proud of all the children who gave up their Saturday morning and represented the school in a most outstanding way.  A mention must also go to Jorja (Year 3) who came along to support the team and was very helpful looking after an unwell James at the finish line.

National Baking Week

Monday 15th October - Individual Photographs

Tuesday 16th October -

Wednesday 17th October - On this day, in 1979, Mother Teresa was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.


Thursday 18th October - It's Paul Elliot's birthday!  64 Today!



Quiz of the week
Mrs Venn's run has come to end.  Joshua G from Year 3 correctly named Mo Farah's twins Aisha and Amani

This week's question - A new James Bond movie comes out during half-term.  James Bond was created by Ian Fleming. He had an unusual way of writing.  He used to write an exact number of words every day.  Question is - How many?

Joke of the week
What do you call James Bond in the bath?

Bubble 07!

Cross Country

Welcome to another week at Salterford House School.  We have a busy week to look forward to. Despite their efforts on Friday, the boys football team both lost at Plumtree.  They will be looking forward to getting back into action on Tuesday at the ISA Football Tournament in Birmingham. The girls had a better experience at Plumtree.  The netball team came away with a comfortable victory and will also be in action again this week.  Wednesday afternoon, they will be taking part in a tournament at Old Vicarage school and will be hoping to return to school with the first silverware of the season.  Fingers Crossed.

The quiz of the week continue to be dominated by Mrs Venn who correctly identified
Schroeder as the piano playing character from Peanuts.  Will she be able to make it a hat-trick or will somebody stop her?

Monday 8th October
This week is national curry week!  This is a recipe for the first day.  There is a new recipe for every day at www.nationaleatingoutweek.com
Coriander Garlic Chicken
Ingredients
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, I like to use rapeseed
2 onions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
4 bay leaves
2 teaspoons coriander seeds, roughly crushed
1 teaspoons ground cumin powder
1 tablespoon garlic paste
4 fresh chillies, 2 finely chopped and 2 just stabbed with a knife
4 - 6 chicken joints, skin removed but bone left in
1 pint hot chicken stock or water
4 tablespoons fresh coriander, roughly chopped
4 tablespoons low fat plain yoghurt
salt, to taste
Serves 2


Method
1. In a pan gently heat the oil and saute the onions for around 10 minutes, or until they are starting to change colour.
2. Add the turmeric powder and bay leaves and saute for about a minute before stirring in the coriander seeds and cumin powder.
3. Add a little chicken stock if the masala is starting to stick and burn.
4. After around 2 minutes stir in the garlic paste and all the chillies.
5. Saute for a few minutes and add the chicken pieces. Stir well and try and get all the masala off the base of the pan.
6. Pour in the chicken stock and add half the fresh coriander.
7. Bring to a simmer before popping a lid on and leaving the chicken the cook through for 35 - 45 minutes.
8. Check the chicken is cooked through before carefully removing it from the masala and setting aside for a few mins whilst you finish off the sauce.
9. Turn the heat down to low and stir through the yoghurt. Allow it all to heat through before tasting it and adjusting the salt if needed. Remember that the chicken stock will have salt already so you may not need to add any.
10. Add the chicken back to the sauce and sprinkle over the remaining coriander (and any extra chillies if you like yours with more heat).
11. Serve with some simple fresh pilau rice.

Tuesday 9th October
ISA Football tournament - Under 9 and Under 11

Wednesday 10th October
Under 11 Netball tournament Old Vicarage

Thursday 11th October
1982 The Mary Rose was raised from the bottom of The Solent 

                                                                                           
Friday 12th October 1492 Christopher Columbus lands in The Bahamas and discovers The New World, although he thought he had discovered India!



Saturday 13th October
Notts School's Cross Country Championship Race 1
10.00am
This race is a open to all children in years 3,4,5,6.  It takes place at Sutton Lawns and is 1500m.  We have competed in this competition ever year since it started and it would be great if we can continue this tradition.  If you wish to take part and represent the school please see Mr Britten for more details.
I can promise better weather than this!


Be Like Mo!  Run for fun, run for fitness, run for your school!

Open Day 11.00am - 3.00pm 

Quiz of the week.
Mo Farah famously won two gold medals at the London 2012 Olympics.  He dedicated his medals to his, at the time, unborn twins.  They were born after the Olympics.  What are their names?

Joke of the week
 I am going to try Chicken Tarka Masala tonight. It’s meant to be like Tikka but this is a little ‘otter!

Midweek treat

To demonstrate understanding in English, Year 6 have prepared a learning log.  Katie M's work can be viewed below.  The first part is a poem written by Katie.  The other pieces are part of a larger piece that demonstrates understanding of metaphor, simile and personification.

*If you click on the poem, you will be able to view a large copy of it.

As always, if you want your writing, art work or jokes to appear on the blog - Hand them to Mr Britten and who knows... you could find your work on here!

Rabbit, Rabbit, Rabbit

"Rabbit rabbit rabbit" is one variant of a common British superstition which states that a person should say or repeat the word "rabbit" or "rabbits", or say the phrase "white rabbits", or some combination of these elements, out loud upon waking on the first day of the month, because doing so will ensure good luck for the duration of that month. Today, it is a frequent tradition in many English-speaking countries.

Monday 1st October Year 5 and 6 rehearsals 4.00pm -5.00pm

Tuesday 2nd October 1950 The first "Peanuts" cartoon strip was published,

Wednesday 3rd October 1.30pm Friendly Swimming Gala v The Elms


Thursday 4th October This is the first day of World Space Week.  On this day in 1957, the first human-made satellite was launched in to space.  It was called Sputnik 1 and it opened the way for space exploration.

Friday 5th October Under 11 Netball, Under 9 + Under 11 Football v Plumtree Away

Quiz of the week
Last week's answer was Finnish and was correctly answered by Mrs Venn.  This week is a Peanuts related question. What is the name of the piano playing character in the cartoon strip?

Joke of the week

A guy walks into the doctor's office. A banana stuck in one of his ears, a peanut in the other ear, and a carrot stuck in one nostril. The man says, "Doc, this is terrible. What's wrong with me?" The doctor says, "Well, first of all, you need to eat more sensibly."

Hockey Success

The girls hockey team started the season with a comfortable win against Saville House.  After taking an early lead, Mr Britten saw the game as an opportunity to give everyone a game.  All eleven girls took part and had a chance to play a variety of positions.  The final score was 12-5.

The Under 9 boys football team had their first taste of competition at Old Vicarage.  A inexperienced team coped well against some tough teams and played well throughout.  A win in a group game was the highlight of the afternoon and I'm sure the boys will have gained much from the experience.

This week
Monday 24th September - Tennis 1.00pm, French 3.30pm, Football 3.45pm

Tuesday 25th September - School book sale begins in the main entrance at 3.30pm, Years 3 & 4 have tennis coaching 1-3pm

Wednesday 26th September

10 things you need to know

Here are 10 key things you need to know about the European Day of Languages!
1. The European Day of Languages is celebrated annually on 26 September.
2. It is a Europe-wide celebration of language and culture involving 47 countries.
3. It is an initiative organised by the Council of Europe.
4. It is coordinated in the UK by CILT, the National Centre for Languages.
5. 2011 is the 10th European Day of Languages.
6. The first European Day of Languages was held in the European Year of Languages in 2001.
7. It has a European website - http://edl.ecml.at/
8. It's a celebration of all languages, not just European ones.
9. Everyone can get involved! Take a look at our suggested activities for more ideas on how to celebrate.
10. It's brilliant fun!

Year 4 are going on a school trip to Yorvik

Under 9 Girls Netball tournament at Old Vicarage

Thursday 27th September

It's Denis Lawson's birthday today!  Born in 1947.  65 years old today!
If you don't know who he is... watch this!

Denis played the character Wedge Antilles in three of the Star Wars films.

Friday 28th September
Year 5 &6 Lacrosse Training.

Joke of the week

Luke and Obi-Wan are in a Chinise restaurant and Luke's having trouble with his chopsticks. Finally, Obi-Wan says, "Use the forks, Luke."

Quiz of the week

Hyvää päivää is hello in which language?

Week Beginning 17th September

After the first whole week back after the holidays, we have our first sports fixtures of the season.  The Under 11 girls will be taking a trip to Saville House for a friendly game of hockey.  The under 9 boys will be taking part in a football tournament at Old Vicarage.
Remember, if you want to be considered for any team at Salterford you will need to come to training.

Mon 17th
Today is Yuji Naka's birthday.  Who? I hear you cry!  He is a very famous computer programmer.  He is the creator of Sonic The Hedgehog.
Tue 18th
	Year 6 Meeting 7PM
Wed 19th
	2pm Hockey Match @ Saville House
	U9 boys Football Tournament (6 a-side) v Old Vicarage
Thu 20th
Fri 21st On this day in 1937 "The Hobbit" was published.   Joke of the week Q: What is a hedgehog’s favourite flavour of chips? A: Prickled Onion!  Quiz of the week No one got the answer right last week :( 42.195 kilometres (26 miles and 385 yards) was the answer. This week's question is related to The Hobbit.  In the story, what is the name of the dragon?

Week beginning Monday 10th September

Welcome to the first full week of term.  Salterford children will be back on timetable and homework will begin!


Monday 10th September At the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome, Abebe Bikila becomes the first sub-Saharan African to win a gold medal, winning the marathon in bare feet.

Tuesday 11th September 

Wednesday 12th September 490 BC – Battle of Marathon: The conventionally accepted date for the Battle of Marathon. The Athenians and their Plataean allies, defeat the first Persian invasion force of Greece.

Thursday 13th September

Friday 14th September 1741 – George Frideric Handel completes his oratorio Messiah

Quiz of the week
Each week there will be a general knowledge question posted on the blog and printed on the notice board.  A red square will be given to the child with the first correct answer.

How far is the modern marathon?

Joke of the week
Q. What is a runner's favourite subject in school ? A. Jog-raphy !

Get involved
It would be great if children could get involved with the blog.  If you have any jokes, questions, pictures, poems etc you would like to see on here, please give them to Mr Britten.