Welcome to Harris Academy Ockendon

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Welcome from the Principals

Welcome to Harris Academy Ockendon, an academy that aims to become the most successful academy in Essex, providing all our students with a first class education and amazing life experiences. This reflects our personal outlook on life and on education. We only get one life and we should all use it to make a real difference in the world, to enjoy being the best version of ourselves, to be the best we can possibly be.

Ms Jo Rainey, Principal & Mr George McMillan, Executive Principal

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28 November 2021@HarrisOckendonToday, we send peace and love to our Jewish families, as they light the shamash and first candle for the Festival of Lights...🕯💙 https://t.co/SWghWdXwJp

28 November 2021@HarrisOckendonToday, we send warm wishes to our Christian families, as they mark the first Sunday of Advent. On this day, Christians light the candle of Hope to represent the hope that was felt for the coming of Christ 🙏🏼💙 https://t.co/VGQclWygef

24 November 2021@HarrisOckendonApologies however the year 7 Boys football match v Harris Wimbledon is cancelled tomorrow.

24 November 2021@HarrisOckendonOur year 7’s working really hard last night at our cricket development club! https://t.co/unFGxU8dUQ

22 November 2021 @maternityCPDDid you know that our 1:1 and group coaching sessions are fully funded for @harrisfed colleagues? Find out more about the different programmes and sign up at https://t.co/3wtjrbhewp and we'll do the rest! #ThinkHarris @HF_Leadership @HFGeog @Harris_History @HFEDEnglish https://t.co/hDOcxp8ztE

19 November 2021@HarrisOckendonAs Sikhs across the world celebrate the birth of Guru Nanak Dev ji, we would like to send warm wishes to those in our Sikh community as we reflect on his teachings of truth, love, and equality. https://t.co/iXyynMq6cg

19 November 2021@HarrisOckendonOur sixth form open event was a huge success this week, with a range of families visiting us from across Essex and Kent. Special thanks goes to staff & students who stayed on-site to showcase the ethos of our school, and speak so eloquently about our key stage 5 provision. https://t.co/e1fjWA04kf

19 November 2021@HarrisOckendonCongratulations to the Year 8 Girls Netball team on their 8-6 victory against Gateway Academy 🎉 https://t.co/s4Ypc5XJqZ

19 November 2021 @ThurrockFoodThank you ⁦@HarrisOckendon⁩ and everyone who donated towards their fantastic 355.1kg Harvest collection for the ⁦@ThurrockFood⁩ . Your generosity is greatly appreciated ❤️thank you ❤️ https://t.co/1j3Yy4GsQr

18 November 2021@HarrisOckendon"This House believes that police officers in the UK should carry fire-arms". Key stage 3 debate club absolutely smashed this afternoon's debate, with the Opposition team taking the win. Special mention to our summary speakers who offered stunning rebuttals to close the debate. https://t.co/30JynYfKSF

17 November 2021@HarrisOckendonAfter school extra curricular PE clubs are as follows: This timetable will be followed from next Monday (22nd November). The basketball season has started and football/rugby has been paused! Everyone is welcome! Any questions, please see your PE teacher! https://t.co/AmPu0kED08

17 November 2021@HarrisOckendonA big well done to everyone who took part in cross country today, showing off the talent we have in Harris Ockendon! A massive well done to the Inter Boys who won their section and were awarded this trophy! What an achievement! 🎉🎉 https://t.co/t7xsvTC7pQ

17 November 2021@HarrisOckendonUnfortunately parents are not allowed to watch in the year 8 netball match at Gateway Academy tomorrow after school (17th November). We still wish them luck in their third match of the season!

17 November 2021@HarrisOckendonHuge congratulations to Jack in Year 10 who has (again) smashed his Feis (dancing competition) with: 🏆1st place Open Reel 🏆10th place Open Championship 🏆10th place Modern Set We are incredibly proud! 🎉🥇🥳

16 November 2021@HarrisOckendonWe look forward to welcoming prospective students to our sixth-form open event this Thursday (18th November) from 5-7pm. Our wonderful staff and students will be on-hand to give you a taste of life as a HAOC sixth-former, and the range of courses available. https://t.co/a86S20aicn

15 November 2021 @FortismerePeWhat a performance by our Y7 boys this afternoon. Winning 2-1 AET in the 3rd round of the @SchoolsFootball U12 PlayStation cup. Thank you to @HarrisOckendon for hosting us and being involved in such a thrilling match. https://t.co/V7eZy3yrGm

12 November 2021@HarrisOckendon"What time does chess club start?" "You're going to have to check, mate!" 😆 Our very skilled chess contingent, practising for their next chance at beating a teacher or two! https://t.co/uux6BMu1GZ

12 November 2021@HarrisOckendonFixtures for next week are as follows: Monday 15th November - Year 7 Boys Football v Fortismere school @ home (National cup) 2.30 KO Wednesday 17th November - Year 7-11 District Cross country @ Blackshots Park Thursday 18th November - Year 8A Girls Netball v Gateway (away)

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