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Ysgol Maes Hyfryd, Flint

A GROUP'S charity night has resulted in a generous donation to the Flintshire specialist school.

Mmbers of the Widows Sons Masonic Bikers Association visited Ysgol Maes Hyfryd.

Members of the Widows Sons Masonic Bikers Association - North Wales Chapter, held a social night held at Fairfield Hall in Connah's Quay.

Funds raised saw them present a cheque for £1,540 to Ysgol Maes Hyfryd, during a recent visit.

More than 130 people supported the event, where a great number of staff and parents from the school were also in attendance.

Mmbers of the Widows Sons Masonic Bikers Association visited Ysgol Maes Hyfryd.

Thank you to all that supported the event in the local community it was really appreciated. It was a great night enjoyed by all for such a worthy cause for the children at Ysgol Maes Hyfryd.

The Chapter's President, Neil Clegg, commented how humbling he felt to see the great work and dedication that headteacher Helen Millard, and all the staff team put into the school and their children within their care.

He said: "It was a great atmosphere when we visited the school, and we were really welcomed by the children and staff. It was a very humbling experience and we are keen to continue our support with the school.

Mmbers of the Widows Sons Masonic Bikers Association visited Ysgol Maes Hyfryd.

Headteacher Helen Millard added: "We were delighted to welcome members of the Widow Sons Masonic Bikers Association to Maes Hyfryd Specialist School, where they very kindly presented us with a generous donation to the school.

"We were fortunate in having the group arrive at school on their bikes in which the children were very excited about. The bikers then joined us in our assembly and talked about what they did.

Mmbers of the Widows Sons Masonic Bikers Association visited Ysgol Maes Hyfryd.

"It was lovely to see how the bikers interacted with the children and they spent time chatting to them. We are very grateful for their support and the fact they held a charity night and raised funds for the school. We are hoping to use the money to purchase some much needed specialist equipment for our children.

"The bikers also offered their support with our Christmas celebrations for the children and will be visiting us again in the coming weeks as part of a Santa themed visit."

Ysgol Rhiwabon, Wrexham

Four Year 9 students represented the school in the Wrexham Schools Maths competition.

Wrexham School Maths competiton team from Ysgol Rhiwabon - Maizie Jones, Noah Thomas, Kailun Magness and Thomas Harrison.

They competed against 11 other teams over a gruelling series of problem-solving tasks.

The four students - Maizie Jones, Noah Thomas, Kailun Magness and Thomas Harrison - came second overall, being narrowly beaten by two points.

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Emma Beveridge, Curriculum Leader for Maths, who accompanied the students said: "The team did themselves proud and showed an exceptional level of problem solving skill. They worked today as a team, communicating throughout."

• The annual Ysgol Rhiwabon Community Christmas Concert takes place tonight (December 11), starting at 6pm in Ruabon St Mary's Church.

Everyone is welcome to attend.

Northop Hall Primary School

The school celebrated its 12th annual National Take Over Day, a national initiative designed to give young people a unique opportunity to step into the world of work and take on real responsibilities for a day.

Year 6 pupils took on school roles for National Take Over Day.

This much-anticipated event encourages critical skills such as communication, problem-solving, and leadership in a real-world context.

The journey to Take Over Day begins weeks in advance, as Year 6 pupils engage in an application process for their chosen roles within the school. Writing application letters allows them to reflect on their personal skills and qualities, using their literacy and self-evaluation abilities. Successful applicants receive formal job offer letters from the headteacher.

Once appointed, the Year 6 pupils collaborate with class teachers or other staff members to prepare for their roles. This includes lesson planning, gathering resources, and thinking creatively about how to engage younger pupils.

Year 6 pupils took on school roles for National Take Over Day.

On the day itself, Year 6 pupils step into their new roles. Lessons are delivered by confident young teachers, resources carefully prepared in advance. The activities this year ranged from creative arts projects to a Forest School session, demonstrating the pupils' ability to plan and execute engaging and educational tasks.

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Two pupils also shared the role of headteacher for the day. Their duties included visiting classrooms, making phone calls, sending emails, and leading a whole-school assembly. These responsibilities not only provided a taste of leadership but also developed their communication and decision-making skills.

Headteacher Lynne Harrison with the two Year 6 pupils, being headteacher for a day.

Headteacher Lynne Harrison shared her thoughts on the day: "This event is one of the highlights of our school year. It gives our older pupils a chance to develop confidence and a range of essential life skills in a purposeful and enjoyable way. It's wonderful to see how seriously they take their roles and how much they gain from the experience."

Year 6 teacher Naomi Hughes added: "The children are truly fantastic. Every year, I'm amazed at how much effort they put into their preparation and how well they rise to the challenge. It's great to see how well the pupils collaborate with others in advance of the day and on the day itself, a lot of team work is involved.

Year 6 pupils took on school roles for National Take Over Day.

"Each year I am impressed with the confidence the pupils display in their roles and also how they encourage and support the younger pupils. I'm very proud of my class for making the day such a success"

The pupils themselves were equally enthusiastic about the experience. "It's hard work being a teacher," admitted one pupil, "You have to be so well-prepared. There's so much to do before the lesson even starts!"

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Another pupil reflected on the day, adding: "It was so rewarding to see the younger children complete the task I had planned for them."

One of the pupils who was headteacher for the day said: "I really enjoyed being headteacher, especially making phone calls and leading the assembly. It felt great to take on such an important role."

Christmas card design winner

Hannah Blythyn, member of the Senedd for Delyn, has announced the winner of her annual Christmas card competition.

The runners-up from the other schools with Hannah Blythyn MS.

The competition is open to schools in her constituency in Flintshire and this year she asked pupils to design a Christmas card on the theme of 'celebrating peace and tolerance', with eight schools taking part.

The overall winner is seven-year-old Hallie Roberts, who goes to Ysgol Croes Atti in Flint, and received a framed copy of her design. Other winners from each school also received a framed copy of their design as well as a chocolate Santa.

Hannah said: "As we get closer to Christmas, one of my favourite things is my annual Christmas card competition with local schools from across the constituency - I love to see the different designs the students come up with.

Winning design by Hallie Roberts.

"Hallie's wonderful design incorporated not only the 'heddwch ar y ddaear' message but a dove as well but all the designs this year were excellent so it was difficult to choose!

"My thanks to all the children who entered the competition and all the staff at the schools who made it happen, and to Nice-Pak International and PG Framing Ltd for their support."

Hallie's winning design will be used to create Hannah's Christmas cards this year and will be sent to residents, businesses and organisations across the constituency.

The schools which took part were: Ysgol Croes Atti, Ysgol Merllyn, Ysgol Bryn Gwalia, Ysgol Y Waun, Ysgol Maes Y Felin, Ysgol Rhos Helyg, Gwernymynydd CP School and Ysgol Pen Coch.

Hannah Blythyn MS with overall winner Hallie Roberts of Ysgol Croes Atti, Flint, with her design and Alison Roberts from Nice-Pak International.

Gwyn Jones, Headteacher of Ysgol Croes Atti added: "Participating in this year's competition has been a fun activity for all of our pupils. Hallie's message of 'heddwch at y ddaear/peace on earth' is as important today as it has ever been and so, as we look forward to Christmas and the New Year it's important that we all use our voices to help others in our communities."

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The competition was sponsored by Nice-Pak International in Flint, who also provided the chocolate Santas, and framed designs were provided by PG Framing Ltd in Mold.

Alison Roberts, communications and corporate social responsibility manager at Nice-Pak, said: "It was fantastic to receive so many entries this year, the children put so much effort into their designs. Well done to the winners and everyone who entered."

Ysgol Glanrafon, Mold

PUPILS a t a Flintshire primary school have scored a part in a TV show.

Ysgol Glanrafon pupils on S4C show Trekkers.

S4C's football gameshow for children, Tekkers, kicked off again last week, returning for a second series.

The show sees some of Wales' young footballers tackle a range of footballing games and obstacles to showcase their best skills and tricks - or Tekkers.

Tekkers kicked off on S4C and online on Friday, December 6, at 5.20pm.

For those not wanting to wait that long to watch each programme, a box set featuring all 12 new episodes will also be available on S4C Clic and BBC iPlayer from December 6.

Presenters Heledd Anna, Lloyd Lewis and Huw Owen officiate as two teams representing their primary schools compete in games against the clock to try and win the Tekkers Trophy.

Trekkers presenters Huw Owen, Heledd Anna and Lloyd Lewis.

Pupils from Ysgol Glanrafon in Mold are set to compete against Ysgol Gymraeg Pontardawe. This will air on television on Friday, January 17, 2025 but will be available to watch online from December 6.

Each week, players will be challenged in games that require good dribbling and accuracy skills, as well as tackling new games for the goalkeepers and strikers. In one game, the supporters' footballing knowledge will be put to the test, before the teams face the Red Wall in the final round for one last chance at winning or losing points.

Heledd, Lloyd and Huw will also feel the pressure as team captains. With an ongoing competition between the three running through the series, which captain will be victorious after 12 episodes? Lloyd was the winner during the first series and he will be hoping to retain his crown.