JCB Workshops

This week, our Year 10 pupils had the fantastic opportunity to attend a workshop led by Alice and Sophie, who is a former pupil of our school. Both are currently completing business degree apprenticeships at JCB.

Alice and Sophie shared their experiences and presented on the various types of degree apprenticeships available, along with the entry requirements to enrol on these courses.

Mr S Royston, Subject Leader for Business and Enterprise, said, “It was fantastic to hear Sophie and Alice’s first-hand experiences of pursuing a degree apprenticeship at JCB. This workshop provided our pupils with a wealth of information to consider when exploring their course options.”

A big thank you to Sophie and Alice for joining us and sharing their valuable insights!

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Virtual Careers Workshop with Michelin Star Chef Tom Shepherd!

Recently, our pupils had the incredible opportunity to participate in a virtual careers workshop with Tom Shepherd, the owner of the Michelin-starred restaurant ‘The Upstairs’ in Lichfield. Tom shared how his passion for cooking was ignited during a work experience placement, leading to roles such as Development Chef at 2 Michelin Star Sat Bains in Nottingham, Sous Chef at Surrey’s 2 Michelin Star The Latymer, and Head Chef at Birmingham’s 1 Michelin Star Adam’s.

In 2018, Tom received an Acorn Award and opened his own restaurant in 2021, earning a Michelin Star just four months later—the first for Staffordshire. Recently, he represented the Central Region on the BBC’s Great British Menu and was awarded ‘Chef of the Year’ in the National Restaurant Awards.

Tom also took the time to answer pupils’ questions, offering valuable insights and advice about pursuing a career in the culinary arts.

A big thank you to Tom Shepherd for sharing his expertise and inspiring our pupils!

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

We’re excited to announce that to better accommodate our parental/carer community, our upcoming session will now be held online!

Please join us live for the workshop, or if you’re unable to attend in real-time, rest assured that the session will be recorded. Mrs. J Poppleton, our Director of Careers, will share the recording link with you via email. There is still time to book onto a session by completing this short form: https://forms.office.com/e/XR0dG4sJc1

To ensure everyone’s privacy, especially that of our pupils, we kindly ask that questions during the session do not include any personal identifying information about your child. Should you have any queries of this nature, feel free to reach out to Mrs. Poppleton directly after the session at j.poppleton@chaseterraceacademy.co.uk.

We look forward to seeing you!

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CEO’s blog: The guide to good parenting

For this month’s blog, Mike Donoghue, CEO of JTMAT, shares his thoughts on the vital role of parents and carers within our school community. Drawing from his personal experiences as a parent, Mike highlights the importance of a strong relationship between school and home, and how it contributes to our pupils’ success.

We invite you to read this blog post to learn more about his perspective and valuable guidance on fostering effective partnerships for the benefit of our children. Click the link below to read the full post:

CEO’s Blog: May 2024: The Guide to Good Parenting

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The sun is shining!

Our Sixth Form pupils have been taking advantage of the beautiful weather by studying in the sunshine! Keep up the great work!

CTA earns School Games Gold Mark Award!

We are thrilled to announce that we have been awarded the School Games Gold Mark Award for the 2023/24 academic year!

The School Games Mark, a Government-led award scheme launched in 2012 and facilitated by the Youth Sport Trust, rewards schools for their dedication to promoting competition within their school and the wider community.

Achieving this recognition is a testament to the hard work and commitment of our pupils, staff, and the entire school community. Our pupils have shown incredible enthusiasm and determination, participating in numerous local inter-school competitions. A special shoutout to our sports leaders, and officials who played a crucial role in making these events possible. As part of our successful application, we also met criteria in the areas of participation, competition, workforce, and clubs.

We extend our congratulations to our exceptional PE team for their dedication and effort in earning this fantastic accolade!

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Judo Workshops!

Our pupils had an incredible time participating in Judo workshops as part of National School Sports Week! A massive thank you to Mr. J Austin, the School Games Organiser for Burntwood and Lichfield, for running these fantastic sessions.

Mr Austin is responsible for promoting and enabling pupils from schools across Burntwood and Lichfield to participate in sport and physical activity. As a skilled Judo coach, he also runs a club at the University of Wolverhampton.

These workshops not only taught our pupils the fundamentals of Judo but also emphasised the importance of discipline, respect, and physical fitness.

Thank you, Mr. Austin, for your continued support and for making this week unforgettable for our pupils!

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Induction Evening – tonight!

We are so excited to welcome our prospective Year 7 parents/carers to our Induction Evening tonight!

Join us in Lees Hall for two informative presentations aimed at ensuring a smooth transition into Year 7 in September. Please arrive in time for your booked presentation slot. If you have not had the opportunity book your presentation time, please still feel free to join us. The first presentation will begin promptly at 17:15, followed by a second presentation at 18:00. Our speakers will be sharing essential information to help you and your child prepare for this exciting new chapter.

During your visit, we invite you to explore our Year 13 Art, Photography, and Tech exhibition and take a moment to admire the fantastic work of our talented pupils on display.

We look forward to seeing you this evening!

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CTA Rewards Evening

On Wednesday, we held our Rewards Evening at the Prince of Wales Theatre in Cannock for the first time. This special event celebrated our pupils and their remarkable achievements across various fields. Awards were presented in multiple categories, including Subject Awards, Head of Year Awards, Head of House Awards, and the prestigious Headteacher’s Award.

The evening was beautifully presented by our Sixth Form pupils, George, Jayden, Rihanna, and James, who shared their experiences at CTA and their future aspirations before presenting the awards.

We were also treated to exemplary musical performances by some of our talented pupils, showcasing the exceptional calibre of pupils at CTA.

We would like to say a heartfelt thank you to the staff who planned this event, Miss S Lindsey and Miss H Pickerill, and to all staff members who nominated pupils for awards and attended in support. Special thanks to our guest speaker, Chris Bullock, who delivered an inspiring speech about Stephen Sutton, his enduring legacy at CTA, and his motivational messages.

Furthermore, we extend our gratitude to all our visitors, including our Chair of Governors, Mr A Stewart, and Mr M Donoghue, CEO of the JTMAT, for their presence and support.

Finally, we want to express our deepest appreciation to our pupils. As Ms Mason, Headteacher, said in her speech, they are the reason our staff do what we do, and we are incredibly proud of each one of them. Thank you to all the parents/carers for their ongoing support.

Here’s to celebrating our amazing CTA community and looking forward to even more achievements in the future!

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This week, we have celebrated our staff!

In line with National ‘Thank a Teacher’ Day on Wednesday 19th June, we took the opportunity to recognise and appreciate all of our staff members. Pupils and staff were invited to fill out postcards with messages to show their appreciation for their chosen member of staff. This has been a fantastic way to bring our school community together.

Mr. M Lloyd, Subject Leader for History (pictured), said: “It has been wonderful to receive these postcards. I have always loved the job that I do, and it’s incredibly rewarding to see that it makes a positive impact on our pupils.”

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