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		<title><![CDATA[President Kennedy School News Feed - News Stories]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 9 Mar 2026 13:48:42 GMT</pubDate>
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		<item>	<title><![CDATA[ Netball Quiz Fundraiser - Buy your tickets NOW! ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.pks.coventry.sch.uk/news/?pid=56&amp;nid=2&amp;storyid=1328</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Netball Quiz Fundraiser!</p>

<p>Please come along and help raise money for our international netball trip in October 2026 for our Yr 7,8,9 and 10 students.</p>

<p>An evening of fun with prizes to win!</p>

<p>Book your tickets here:</p>

<p><a href="https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/president-kennedy-school?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjNJIRXxTuq1v28zswtEFtIpauooRDofAeL0E8QURb5JE5ZPwnc0Dyvep2yA_aem_HopgmP3uZGwU5FfzrXHRjw" target="_blank">https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/president-kennedy-school</a></p>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 9 Mar 2026 13:48:42 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Youth Speaks Debating Competition ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.pks.coventry.sch.uk/news/?pid=56&amp;nid=2&amp;storyid=1326</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>The end of January saw Harley, Ning Ning, and Billy from The Bridge attend the Youth Speaks Debating Competition at Bablake School. This is an annual event hosted by The Rotary Club, where young people have the opportunity to debate a motion.</p>

<p>The students were assigned the roles of Proposer, Opposer, and Chairperson and had to answer questions from a member of the Rotary Club.</p>

<p>The evening was incredibly formal, and it was great to hear their opinions on the night. Mrs Arnett said, &quot;The students have worked so well as a team in researching their topic.</p>

<p>Their motion was: &#39;The School Curriculum is flawed and needs to change&#39;.</p>

<p>It was great to see how the students prepared for this process, working closely with Zak Adams, who is in his final year at Harvard University.</p>

<p>On the night, they were against teams from Year 9 from other schools, and they all did a fantastic job in presenting their opinions.</p>

<p>Although they did not win any trophies, they have all gained valuable life skills for living in the wider world. Well done, all!&quot;</p>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:17:54 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ University of Cambridge - GCSE Lectures ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.pks.coventry.sch.uk/news/?pid=56&amp;nid=2&amp;storyid=1325</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>On Wednesday 21st January 2026, thirty Year 11 students enjoyed a prestigious visit to the University of Cambridge for a series of GCSE-focused lectures and seminars.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They attended a talk by Dr Fred Parker on the theme of fear in Macbeth, took part in an unseen poetry seminar with a PhD student, and explored the roots of the English language in an Old English lecture with Professor Richard Dance.&nbsp;<br />
The day ended with a very wet and windy tour of the campus, including Clare College and the historic Trinity building. Staff at the university were hugely impressed by the students&rsquo; confidence, oracy, and the PRIDE they demonstrated throughout.&nbsp;</p>

<p>We look forward to returning soon, so please keep an eye out for future opportunities. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<strong><em>Mrs Moss, Teacher of English</em></strong></p>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2026 11:04:22 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Mary Poppins Jr was  Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.pks.coventry.sch.uk/news/?pid=56&amp;nid=2&amp;storyid=1324</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Our Year 7 students demonstrated remarkable resilience in their recent production of Mary Poppins Jr. Throughout the rehearsal process, students faced new challenges, stepped outside their comfort zones, and showed determination as they learned lines, choreography, songs and staging.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite nerves, busy schedules, and the demands of working as a large ensemble, the cast supported one another and showed real perseverance. Their willingness to keep trying, take feedback on board, and work together resulted in fantastic, confident, performances that reflected just how much they had grown along the way.</p>

<p>The production was not only an entertaining show, but also a powerful example of resilience, teamwork, and commitment. Well done to all Year 7 students involved. Their hard work and positive attitude made the production truly &#39;practically perfect in every way&#39;!</p>

<p>Thank you to all parents, carers and the wider community for joining us as an audience. Your presence, encouragement and support meant so much to the students and staff.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A massive thank you to the Performing Arts team for their hard work, time and support. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p style="text-align:right"><em><strong>Miss Walsh, Leader of Performing Arts</strong></em>&nbsp;</p>


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	<pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2026 10:25:12 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Students Spread Festive Joy at Care Home ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.pks.coventry.sch.uk/news/?pid=56&amp;nid=2&amp;storyid=1322</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks to Earlsdon Care Lodge for having our students to spread some Christmas joy.</p>

<p>Chloe in Year 11, Eden in Year 10, Ava and Sayla in Year 7 were greeted by the staff and the residents, who were so pleased to meet them.</p>

<p>The girls served cold drinks and mince pies to the residents and sang Christmas songs, engaging the residents in singing and dancing. Everyone had lots of fun!</p>

<p>The care home staff thanked the girls for coming and spending time with the residents who were really grateful.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ms Sandhar, Pastoral Manager of Inclusion | Family Support Worker | CAP Co-Ordinator</p>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:05:34 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Senior Citizens Christmas Lunch ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.pks.coventry.sch.uk/news/?pid=56&amp;nid=2&amp;storyid=1321</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>On Wednesday 10th December President Kennedy School hosted its annual senior citizens Christmas meal. This event was attended by around 90 senior citizens from care homes in Coventry, and they had a fantastic time eating a full Christmas dinner and enjoying the school choir as well as playing bingo and a raffle.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This event was organised by the Year 13 BTEC Business group as part of their coursework, and they did a fabulous job with the organisation of this event, as well as our Year 9 Ambassadors who served the meals and chatted to our guests. &nbsp;</p>

<p style="text-align:right"><strong><em>Mr Finlayson, Teacher of Business</em></strong></p>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 13:20:37 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ The Tempest ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.pks.coventry.sch.uk/news/?pid=56&amp;nid=2&amp;storyid=1320</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>The Tempest cast in The Bridge had a fabulous day at The Belgrade Theatre as part of The Shakespeare Schools Festival, completing their technical and dress rehearsal. This was a great opportunity for them to see how a professional theatre works, and they returned for their final performance on the same night.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It was an amazing experience for all and &nbsp;Mikey, the host of the evening said, &quot;<em><strong>The opening scene of The Tempest was a powerful representation of the storm.</strong></em>&quot;</p>

<p>Mrs Arnett said, &quot;<strong><em>I am very proud of all the students. They really showed great team work on the performance day &ndash; especially when a cast member was ill. Special shout-out to Lara, who without hesitation stepped in as understudy.</em></strong>&quot;<br />
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	<pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2025 16:33:10 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Great Blitz Build ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.pks.coventry.sch.uk/news/?pid=56&amp;nid=2&amp;storyid=1319</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Students from Year 7 and 8 had the honour of taking part in the city&#39;s celebration of the Blitz 85th anniversary along with hundreds of other volunteers constructing the &#39;Great Blitz Build&#39; art installation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Coventry City Council ran week long workshops which involved creating a cardboard structure of Coventry old cathedral which was bombed during the Blitz.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During the Tuesday session, twelve students were given instructions by Olivier Grosset&ecirc;te the artist who showed them how to tape together boxes that would form the roof section of the structure.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Saturday and Sunday the Cathedral came to life in Broadgate where members of the public could help to bring the build to life, before being pulled down to depict the cathedral bombing. Volunteers working along side our students commented on their fantastic conduct and manners throughout the session.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Well done to Harriet, Elizabeth, Kadir, Bobby, Sienna, Anoop, Zainab, Karshin, Ava, Soraya, Gracie