Next Page Books fair is here! A reminder that students can browse the books, then place an order with payment. Books will be delivered to us next week, and I will make sure that they all find their homes. There are some amazing titles, and beautiful clothbound classics too.

Year 7 students are planning an exciting Science Week activity next week, but they need your help! Please could you send in any spare cardboard tubes from kitchen rolls or toilet rolls? They can be dropped off at Reception, ideally by the end of this week. Thank you!

The next meeting of HBS Book Club will take place on Weds 27th March, 7pm at Kite at the Red Hart, Bucklerbury, Hitchin. The book to discuss this time is Monsieur Linh and His Child by Philippe Claudel. All are welcome. Please contact Ms Seabrook on the email below for more info.

Are you looking for a new challenge? We have a vacancy for a Lead Teacher of Economics, with responsibility for teaching Economics at Key Stage 5, to join us in Sept 24. The ability to teach Business Studies would also be an advantage. More details below. mynewterm.com/jobs/139154/ED…

This Friday is Comic Relief Red Nose Day - students can wear non-uniform for a donation of £2, payable by Wisepay (although cash can be brought to Reception). Students will be busking in the market square in the morning and at lunchtime - please support them if you can.

We have vacancies at HBS for a number of Exam Invigilators to supervise exams and also for a part-time Art Technician, to assist in the preparation of materials and maintenance of tools and equipment. More details about both positions on the link below. hbs.herts.sch.uk/vacancies/all

Just a reminder that tomorrow is Red Nose Day - students can come into school in non-uniform for a suggested £2 donation, payable ideally via Wisepay (or cash at Reception). Students will be busking in the square in the morning and at lunch, so please support them if you can.

One week on from Red Nose Day and the final figures are in. HBS students raised a total of (drum roll.......!) £1,941.67 from busking in the Market Square and non-uniform donations. Thank you to everyone who donated!

The latest school newsletter has been published today - you can read it via the link below. hbs.herts.sch.uk/information/ne…

As this term ends, we have opportunities for teachers of science, business studies & modern languages, plus a Head of Year role for teachers of any subject. We are also looking for a trainee/experienced science tech, term time only, asap. Please share. hbs.herts.sch.uk/vacancies/all

We are just putting together this term's updated clubs and activities list, so watch this space. In the meantime, here are a couple of updates to popular Year 7 and 8 clubs.

The latest clubs and activities list is now available over on our website via the link below: hbs.herts.sch.uk/get/5844.pdf

We have a vacancy for a Teacher of Mathematics to start in September 2024. We are looking for an enthusiastic and able specialist to teach Key Stage 3 & 4. The opportunity to teach Key Stage 5 could also be available for the right candidate. Please share! mynewterm.com/jobs/139154/ED…

Huge congratulations to Year 10 student Joab, who passed his Black Belt in his Karate grading this weekend in front of eight examiners, who were themselves all 6th Dan Black Belts who had trained in Japan. Excellent work Joab. #StrivingForExcellence

Zak S-R (Year 7) was also awarded his black belt in April. Zak belongs to Codicote/Hatfield ESKA club. Zak also represented his country last year in the Karate World Championships and came 10th overall, in a very competitive category.

The latest school newsletter is now available to read over on our website via the link below: hbs.herts.sch.uk/information/ne…

Congratulations to our Junior and Intermediate Athletics squads, who have qualified for the National Track and Field Cup Finals. Both won their Regional A finals and rank inside the top 10 in the country. This is the first time that we have made the final at both age groups.

Now that summer is finally here, please encourage students to drink plenty of water and refill their water bottles (especially after they've been outside at lunchtime). Students should also apply sunscreen and take any hayfever medication they may need before school if necessary.

The next meeting of HBS Book Club will take place on Wednesday 11th September at 7pm, Kite at the Red Hart in Bucklersbury, Hitchin. The books for discussion this time are everyone's favourite summer read. All are welcome - contact Ms Seabrook on the email below for more info.

The Malaysia expedition X account is now live! You can follow their exploits this summer at x.com/2024Hbs4920