Dysg eNewsletter: 21 September 2020 • Issue 593

21 September 2020 • Issue 593

WELSH EDUCATION NEWS

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#KeepWalesLearning campaign

Please visit our YouTube channel to view the latest videos which includes a message from the Deputy Chief Medical Officer. You can also view videos on symptoms and when to go for a Covid test.

We will also be running a digital campaign across Wales targeting searches in relation to schools, face coverings, testing, and school transport, and driving them to the education and testing FAQ pages.

Updated Guidance for schools and FE providers: using home test kits  

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Businesses urged to prepare for NHS COVID-19 app

Businesses across Wales and England like pubs, restaurants, hairdressers and cinemas, are being encouraged to have NHS QR code posters visible on entry, so customers who have downloaded the new NHS COVID-19 app can use their smartphones to easily check-in.

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Curriculum for Wales blog:

Swansea Pupil Referral Unit (PRU): new curriculum opportunities – in spite of Covid. See our blog!

MORE WELSH EDUCATION NEWS

Welsh Government St David Awards 2021

Coronavirus has had such an impact on all our lives this year and in selecting finalists for the 2021 St David Awards, particular attention will be paid to individuals in each category who made a special contribution during the outbreak.  We have also introduced a new ‘Key Worker’ category this year. Nominations close on 15 October 2020.

Post-16 qualifications: guidance for teachers in further education Colleges and school sixth forms

Advice for teachers and lecturers delivering A Levels and Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Qualifications in schools and FE Colleges from September 2020.

Post-16 qualifications: guidance for A level learners

A Guide for learners studying AS, A level and Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate qualifications from September 2020. 

Adult Learners’ Week

This year Adult Learners’ Week is on the 21st – 27th of September, and there are plenty of events you can take part in online. They’re quick, fun and easy-to-do and will cost you nothing but your time.

Other WElsh Education News

Estyn blog

Now learners have returned to schools and colleges, what part have we played and how will our role change in the future?

Qualifications Wales: Information for centres

In this section you will find the latest information for centres, including guidance for teachers and heads of centres on how to calculate grades for this summer’s cohort who were due to take exams in summer 2020.

Qualifications Wales: Appointment of five Board Members

There is now an exciting opportunity to be involved in transforming the qualifications system in Wales as we move towards a new curriculum for Wales and look to develop our vocational qualification offer.

The closing date for applications 16 October 2020. 

For further details and to apply go to https://wales.gov.uk/publicappointments or for queries contact by email publicappointments@gov.wales.

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Safer Internet Day competition open now 

The Welsh Government in partnership with the UK Safer Internet Centre, is inviting children and young people across Wales to take part in the ‘Tackling Misinformation’ digital storytelling competition. Find out more on the Keeping safe online area of Hwb. Closing date 7 December

Joe Allen launch video 

Apprenticeships: A teacher’s toolkit

A one stop shop teacher’s toolkit enabling teachers to apprise learners about the Apprenticeship Programme in Wales and its benefits.

Marking International Peace Day in your school

21 September is World Peace Day. This article flags up some resources on the theme of peace which schools can download from Hwb.

Signs that a girl could be at risk of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)

Do you know the signs to look out for?

BFI film academy

BFI film academies for 16 to 19-year-olds not at university, this October half term. VFX in Swansea and Filmmaking in Cardiff. The deadline for applications is 1 October.

The Welsh Centre for International Affairs: Professional development opportunities for 2020-2021

Courses for teachers which will support schools with curriculum development and supporting international perspectives on learning.

CONSULTATIONS

Amendments to school governance procedures

Consultation ends: 23 September 2020

OTHER NEWS

Careers Wales: Digital Employer Engagement

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Careers Wales have reviewed our services and assessed how we can continue to offer careers and work related experiences.

Supporting a pupil with cancer during the COVID-19 pandemic

School attendance for young cancer patients is incredibly important. It can make an enormous difference to their mental health, how they cope with cancer treatment, their resilience, and their ability to get on with life after treatment ends.

Resources for teachers: supporting a pupil with cancer during the COVID-19 pandemic

School attendance for young cancer patients is incredibly important. It can make an enormous difference to their mental health, how they cope with cancer treatment, their resilience, and their ability to get on with life after treatment ends.

Counter Terrorism Policing Wales social media

Counter Terrorism Policing Wales have recently created social media accounts to build digital links with the public, young people and parents around important issues of safeguarding, support, reassurance and protection. Please share

https://www.instagram.com/terrorism_wales/

https://www.facebook.com/TerrorismWales

Your Museum, Your Say!

Amgueddfa Cymru – National Museum Wales needs your help in developing its plans for the next ten years. Tell us what you want from your national museum by filling in our online surveyClosing date 30 September 2020. 

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