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Word of the Week – Pragmatic
Word: Pragmatic
Synonyms: Practical, realistic, logical
How it can be used in a sentence: Be pragmatic when preparing for exams.
Word of the Week – Modicum
Word: Modicum
Synonyms: Smidgen, Bit
How it can be used in a sentence: I was pleased with the overall response and collectively we felt a modicum of relief
STEM Pathways – amazing Boston trip
STEM Pathways – amazing Boston trip to see the world’s best STEM projects.
In 2016 pupils who are on a STEM pathway at BCA will have the opportunity to visit Boston, USA to see some of the worlds most cutting edge STEM research and projects.
On a week-long trip our future medics, vets, engineers, computer programmers and all the STEM pathway pupils will visit MIT (the world’s most prestigious Science and Technology University), Lowell Robotics laboratory, sleep overnight at Boston Science Museum, sequence DNA in a University master class and so many other amazing opportunities.
As well as visiting the city of Boston we may combine the trip with a visit to New York City to see the sights that ‘the city that never sleeps’ has to offer.
You will need to be part of the STEM Pathways at BCA to be part of this incredible opportunity
CoderDojo
Coder Dojo – Saturday the 7th March saw our biggest Dojo yet at BCA! Coder Dojo is a worldwide volunteer organisation that allows children to code, hack, build computers and try new technology in all its forms. Their only rule? Be Cool.
The Warrington Coder Dojo has been asked to blog about its exciting activities on the international Coder Dojo site coderdojo.com.
This is because we’re doing things no other Dojo in the world is doing. 3D printing, Robotics, laser cutting and all kinds of coding especially in the world of Minecraft!
Lots of kids want to design computer games and we can teach them how to do it. Mums and Dads are welcome to learn alongside their ‘ninjas’ and it’s suitable for ages 7-17.
Click here to view the BCA Dojo Blog
Click here to view the Warrington Guardian piece on the Dojo
Word of the Week – Intrepid
Word: Intrepid
Synonyms: Fearless, bold, heroic
How it can be used in a sentence: The explorer was praised for his intrepid attitude.
Word of the Week – Vanity
Word: Vanity
Synonyms: Arrogance, egotism
How it can be used in a sentence: Her vanity is obvious.
Word of the Week – Foisted
Word: Foisted
Synonyms: Imposed, Forced upon
How it can be used in a sentence: The unwelcome guest was foisted upon us.
Word of the Week – Fervent
Word: Fervent
Synonyms: Keen, avid, enthusiastic
How it can be used in a sentence: He is a fervent football supporter.
Debate Mate
Beamont Collegiate Academy students took part in one of their first competitive debates on Wednesday 4th February and won! The students represented themselves and the school exceptionally well. House of Commons and New York here we come…..