Last week we were very excited to announce the Autumn Red Ties. Ten children were chosen from Year 6 by their teachers who represented the St Edmund's motto 'Love, Care, Share' each and every day. These children are excellent role models to their peers and stand out not only because of their bright red ties, but because of their effort, resilience and big smiles!

This week they have completed their first full week of duties and performed excellently. From collecting registers, helping in the dinner hall and setting up games at lunchtime, they have all truly justified why they were chosen. The children will continue in this role until January, when new red ties will be selected!

Well done everyone on a great first week!

Well done to the Year 5 and 6 football team for playing their first matches at Power League last week.

We won one match and lost one. Everyone played really well. Well done to all of you!

Every year, the children at St Edmund's mark the harvest season in a special way. This year we shall be having three separate celebrations, allowing all children to be involved within their respective phases.

A big part of the Harvest Celebration for the children is the donation of items for a good cause. We would love to make this year the biggest yet, after the disruption last year. We would really appreciate if you could send what you can, which might include:

• Non-perishable food items
• Disposable nappies, soap, toothpaste etc...
• Cash donations in a sealed envelope marked 'Harvest Donation'

We shall ensure that all donations will be passed on to vulnerable people within our Parish. Please can all donations be sent to school as soon as possible and by Wednesday 6th October at the latest.

We understand that in the current climate it is not always possible to give. Please do not feel under any pressure to donate.

Thank you in advance for the support you give us in teaching your children the virtues of giving and of Christian charity.