Running for Help the Heroes

Rob Goodman, Year 12, will be running the Bath Half Marathon in full British army kit, including boots and backpack, to raise money for Help the Heroes.

Speaking about his decision, Rob Goodman commented:

 “I have decided to run the Bath Half Marathon 2010 with my day in aid of Help for Heroes. It is a cause close to my heart due to my chosen career path into the military, as I was lucky enough to receive an Army scholarship in November 2009. As I am sure you will agree the news of British soldier fatalities is sadly becoming an ever increasing occurrence. For those soldiers who are lucky enough to escape death they are often left with life-changing injuries. Help for Heroes is a charity whose aim is to reduce the impact of these injuries to the solider and rehabilitate them. They are hugely successful already in helping all servicemen and women but money is still needed to continue and improve their work.”

For anyone who would like to support Rob’s efforts please follow the link:

 

http://www.justgiving.com/rob-goodman

 

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Student awarded Sixth Form Army Scholarship

Our congratulations go to Rob Goodman who has been awarded an Army Scholarship for eventual entry to RMA Sandhurst subject to clearances and examination results.

An Army Scholarship offers financial support to parents whilst the Cadet studies for A Levels. A Scholarship also opens up the wayfor a student to receive further financial support at university prior to entering the Army on graduation. The scholarship scheme is highly competitive and only accepts candidates of the highest academic ability who display good leadership potential.

Rob Goodman is an active member of King Edward's Combined Cadet Force.

Combined Cadet Force Regimental Dinner Photos now available

The photos are currently available to view online, web address below.

Should you wish to purchase one of the formal photos or one of the ‘fun' shots, they will be available to order online at the website http://www.davidmcgirr.com/

The final date for ordering photos will be Saturday 5^th December, which coincides with the Christmas Fair (10am – 2.30pm). Should you wish to avoid paying postage and packaging, all photos ordered by the 27^th November can be made available for collection at the Christmas Fair; please make this clear on your order form when you contact David McGirr.

Combined Cadet Force

The Combined Cadet Force is an organisation, sponsored by the Ministery of Defence (MOD), which aims to teach practical skills such as map and compass reading, adventure training, survival skills and first aid, and to offer opportunities to develop qualities such as leadership, resourcefulness, responsibility, self reliance and endurance, which are valuable life skills.


Starting in 1900 King Edward's Combined Cadet Force is one of the oldest CCF contingents in the country. In recent years King Edward's has been delighted to welcome pupils from Beechen Cliff to form a combined CCF. 

 

Pupils, both girls and boys, may join the CCF from Year 9 (age 13/14) onwards and enjoy a range of activities each week developing skills which can be put into practice at regular camps throughout the year.

If you are interested in joining or you would like further information please see Commanding Officer Mrs Yeshim or Sergeant Major Mr Lee.

Shooting Club

Shooting, both full and small bore, is on offer at King Edward’s. The School takes part in both local and national events including the National Rifle Association competition at Bisley. The shooting team has been extremely successful to date winning a number of competitions.