SATRO'S 30TH BIRTHDAY CONCERT

Don't forget to book your tickets for the #SATROConcert on Saturday 18th October at Epsom College. In celebration of SATRO's 30th birthday, we have decided to organise an evening of 'a cappella', starring multi-award winning The Royal Harmonics, plus The Academix and special guest quartets. Tickets cost only £20 and include an interval drink, programme and piece of SATRO's birthday cake! Book your tickets now to avoid disappointment.

The Carl Burrows Trust Student Rewards Scheme

Callum Gibbins, winner of
The Carl Burrows Trust Reward

Tracey Fantham, Headteacher at
Blenheim High School
& Nicky Burrows,
The Carl Burrows Trust

Nicky Burrows from The Carl Burrows Trust and SATRO’s Lucy Miguda were at Blenheim High School’s presentation evening yesterday. The trust has sponsored a reward scheme for students working with our SATROmobile programme. Nicky and Lucy were also there for the presentation to Year 10 student Callum Gibbons of the award – toolbag and certificate - for his achievement in our construction sessions. Headteacher Tracey Fantham spoke of how this recognition means so much to the students.

ENTREPRENEURS IN THE MAKING!

60 Year 5 & 6 Pupils from Sayes Court School in Weybridge formed 10 teams and took part in a SATRO Junior Business Game on Yesterday.  These groups consisted of mixed ability and friendship groups to emulate the real working world.

Judging from the pupil's feedback, they had a superb day which definitely opened their eyes to the world of business.  And, how important teamwork and communication are in an effective organisation.

The pupils thoroughly enjoyed the workshop and learnt about the hard work and skills involved in the business world. 

Many thanks to Cllr John Furey who fully funded this event.

CASE STUDY - WHAT IS IT LIKE TO BE A WEB DEVELOPER?

Mike Arrow is 23 and has worked in Guildford as a web developer since 2012 . He works for Minted Box which is a small company based on the Surrey Research Park in Guildford specialising in web development who work with a wide range of clients ranging from charities to top UK plc’s.

As a web developer Mike takes the designs for websites and turns them into reality for their clients. This sometimes involves working with colleagues to develop a detailed project plan to ensure that all of the pages on the site link together correctly. He learnt some code before he joined the company but has learnt many of the skills that he needs whilst working for the company.

Mike really enjoys his role and seeing the final websites up and running.  He particularly enjoys finding a way of solving problems when the sites are being developed.  Clients may want their websites to be used on a range of equipment and so Mike may need to adapt the coding to ensure that the website works on a variety of devices. One of the biggest challenges he faces is keeping up to date as both the technology and coding is developing very fast.

He thinks that web development suits people who are logical with an eye for detail and who enjoy systematically working through problems to find the solution. He found that doing IT at school and having GCSE Maths together with an understanding of algebra has really helped him as he frequently uses equations when writing code.

His advice to people considering web development as a career should have a go at developing a website for themselves using online tutorials to learn some coding. He used the W3 Schools website: (http://www.w3schools.com/  and suggested that it is worth developing an on line portfolio so that potential employers can see what you have done already. He also suggested that it is also worth asking about work experience to see what it is like to work on web development. 

A CAPPELLA CONCERT, 18TH OCTOBER 2014

Did you know, "A cappella" singing is the oldest form of music? The term refers to unaccompanied (ie, without instruments) choral or individual singing. Literally it is an Italian phrase meaning 'in the manner of the church' - a by-product of its liturgical development. However there are indications of a cappella singing in the archaeological record from over 3,000 years ago and it is certainly likely that some form of human vocal performance predates all but the simplest instruments. 

Come and see The Royal Harmonics on 18^th October 2014 at Epsom College to help raise funds for SATRO in this our 30^th year. Buy tickets here.

FRANTIC AND FUN MATHS AT CLAYGATE PRIMARY

Around 130 pupils at Claygate Primary School will be enjoying a novel way of applying their mathematical skills on Today.  In a Fun Maths workshop they will be challenged to complete as many puzzles as possible within a time limit.  Working with a partner or in groups of three, the children will test their knowledge of addition, subtraction, sequencing, shape recognition, logical and lateral thinking.  They will also learn the importance of carefully reading instructions and understanding a task before tackling the problem. 

SATROConcert - Who is performing?

SATRO will be holding an 'A Cappella' concert on Saturday 18th October at 7:30pm at the beautifully historic venue of Epsom College. With only about a month to book your tickets, we thought we'd remind you of the fantastic talent we have lined up for performing on the night.

First up, we have The Royal Harmonics. The group are a multi-award winning ensemble, of which our very own James Dubois is a member.

"Our musical roots are in the barbershop style, and we are members of the British Association of Barbershop Singers (BABS). We are proud to have won the Silver Medal at the BABS national chorus competition in 2008 and 2012, and the Bronze Medal with our highest ever score in 2013. We present the best in popular music in our own close harmony, a cappella style."

Find out more about The Royal Harmonics on their website.

Alternatively, book your tickets here to see for yourself how amazing the group are!