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Typhoon

On Monday Shiplake College had a mufti day to raise money for people affected by the typhoon in the Philippines last month.

We have raised over 800 pounds so far with all the staff and students taking part for a donation.

We hope that the money raised will be helpful for their community, and gave us a chance to contribute to the tragedy that so many people need help with.

The College Charity Steering Group‘s first plan was to have this mufti day and raise money to help this cause quickly whilst the need was great.

Ben & Alex

CCF Inspection

On Wednesday the bi annual inspection took place.

A high ranking officer from the territorial army  (Lt Col. Ladd) arrived in his smart attire to greet the Shiplake College CCF and he was met with the utmost respect from all of the students in the school. They put on a display specifically for him, where they would show off exactly what the CCF  does – this was important since the MOD have to check what the budget was spent on.

The army cadets went on a blank firing exercise in the new field, showing all they had learned of contact drills in the past year. The Officer was "Hugely impressed" by our display of firepower and talked to us about how he was in the combined cadet force.  The cadets told me that they were inspired by the army and all the selfless work that they carry out on a day to day basis. A marvellous day for all in the CCF I'm sure you will agree.

Oliver (CCF Army Section)

Anti Bullying Week

11 Shocking Facts About Cyber Bullying

Nearly 43% of kids have been bullied online. 1 in 4 has had it happen more than once.

70% of students report seeing frequent bullying online.

Over 80% of teens use a cell phone regularly, making it the most common medium for cyber bullying.

68% of teens agree that cyber bullying is a serious problem.

81% of young people think bullying online is easier to get away with than bullying in person.

90% of teens who have seen social-media bullying say they have ignored it. 84% have seen others tell cyber bullies to stop.

Only 1 in 10 victims will inform a parent or trusted adult of their abuse.

Girls are about twice as likely as boys to be victims and perpetrators of cyber bullying.

About 58% of kids admit someone has said mean or hurtful things to them online. More than 4 out 10 say it has happened more than once.

About 75% have visited a website bashing another student.

Bullying victims are 2 to 9 times more likely to consider committing suicide.

Reseach by Ed