Wednesday 16 February 2011

St. Valentines Infants and Juniors Disco Brings in £250


A fine turn out for both disco's complete with a Valentine theme. First in were the infants full of energy and looking forward to having a dance and joining in with the usual favourites: 'Agadoo', 'Okey Cokey', etc. As ever teachers were on hand to help them have an enjoyable time and join in. The disco goers also kept the three PTA volunteers busy on the sweet and drinks stall.
Next was the turn of the juniors who certainly had plenty of energy and the dancing competitions were enthusiastically contested making life hard for the judges. Many modern tunes were played and the dance floor was crowded. Not surprisingly the sweet stall volunteers were rushed of their feet keeping up with demand. In fact at the end of the night all the sweets had gone! Another great night enjoyed by all involved and some more much needed funds were raised for the school.

Thursday 3 February 2011

Two PTA Committee Members Elected to St. Francis School Board of Governors


Parents are now represented on the school’s Board of Governors. Both Simon Bennett (That's me! - Ed.) and Joanne Eccles both active PTA committee members were elected in the recent elections. This was in addition to the election of Ruth Maginn as a Staff Governor who is also an active PTA member and current secretary. This provides a direct link between the parents and the people who make the decisions about how the school is run.

This can only be a good thing and brings us into contact with some influential and important people. It will also provide us with some feedback and help bring PTA ideas and suggestions to the board.