Issue 1 Autumn term 2011

S t r i v i n g t o g e t h e r f o r e xc e l l e n c e

School news

DL celebrates Black History Month

Every year group learnt about black icons famous for struggling to bring tolerance and harmony to their communities. The Builders learnt about Nelson Mandela in South Africa who was imprisoned because of his colour, but went on to become the countrys first black president in 1994. The Scientists studied Rosa Parks, a lady who was imprisoned in America in 1955 for refusing to give up her seat on a bus to a white person despite this being the law at that time. David Livingstone Academy is based in a diverse community and it is it important that we show tolerance, respect and co-operation within our school. By the Newspaper Club

African American civil rights activist, Rosa Parks

STOP PRESS STOP PRESS STOP PRESS STOP PRESS STOP PRESS STOP PRESS Running along the bottom of each page is a selection of images of DL classes at work over the past term. See if you can spot yourself!

School Pond Update

The PTA applied for a NatWest Community Force Grant to revamp the school pond area, to make the existing environment more habitable for the wildlife and to attract more wildlife as a result. Jasmine in the Scientists class says, this money will help us make the pond area a place where we can learn and explore. By Jasmine and Jarule (Y3)

DL in the community

Pioneers visit Croydon fire brigade

We learnt a lot about fire safety and being aware of danger. It was a really hot day but the firemen were very interesting and answered all of our questions. By James and Luke (Y5)

Cookery club: mincemeat squares

Once again Miss Smith and Miss West have run a popular cookery club. Here is a festive recipe for you to try over the Christmas holiday:Ingredients: 1 ready rolled pastry sheet, thawed 150g mincemeat 50g hazelnuts chopped (or any other nuts) Beaten egg to glaze Icing sugar to dust Equipment: parchment paper Pastry brush Method: preheat the oven to 220C (200C for fan assisted ovens)/ 425F/ gas mark 7 1. Unroll pastry sheet, trim edges and cut into 12 equal squares. With a sharp knife score a border in each and place on a lined baking sheet. 2. Place a teaspoon of mincemeat in centre of each square, brush edges with beaten egg and sprinkle with nuts. Bake for 12-15 minutes until risen and golden brown. By Jasmine and Ethan (Y3)

Sports news

DL reach cup semi-final

After a tense penalty shoot out win the DL football team have progressed to the semi-final of the Cup competition. Team Manager, Miss Smith, was delighted with both the win and effort the boys have shown throughout the term. By Miles and Connor (Y5)

DL Advertiser editorial staff:

Ethan, Jaimee, Braden, Connor, James, Tommy, Jasmin, Luke, Dante, Jay, Tryphena-Mae, Jerule, Hamza, Aaryan, Daeshon, Miles Executive Editors: Mr. Casey and Miss Smith