Lee Sargeant

Head Teacher at Devonport High School for Girls in Plymouth @DHSGnews. EdD @PlymUni.

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Kefalonia has been beautiful. Farewell until next time!

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Year 13 enjoyed a brilliant English Language trip to Cambridge — exploring St John’s College library and its manuscripts, early dictionaries & texts showing how English has changed over centuries. Another highlight: a fun-filled punt on the river!

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Day 1 of Iceland DHSG Geography Trip!
We started our trip by standing on the bridge between two continents, relaxed in Grindavik Hot Springs, and heard the tale of ‘Gunna’ the ghost 👻. To top it off, we glimpsed the aurora borealis!
#GoingPlacesWithDHSGGeography

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Soaking in the warmth of Grindavik Hot Springs on Day 1! Located on the Reykjanes Peninsula, these geothermal springs heat the waters to a relaxing 38-40°C 🌡️. A perfect start to our #Iceland25 adventure!

#GrindavikHotSprings #IcelandTrip #GoingPlacesWithDHSGGeography

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Arrived at the hotel in Italy, safe and sound! 📷 Ready for some skiing and enjoying their first evening meal! 📷📷 #SkiingInItaly #SafeArrival #FirstNight

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DHSG will observe a minute's silence this morning for Holocaust Memorial Day, with assemblies later this week to reflect on the Holocaust, antisemitism, and standing against prejudice.

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Huge congratulations to Erin 7F for her fantastic success at the Saltash Drama & Speech Festival!

She competed in three categories and placed in all:
🏆 1st – Mayor’s Drama Award (Years 7-10)
🥇 1st – Verse Speaking Trio 📖
🥉 3rd – Humorous Verse (Years 7-8)
Well done, Erin

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Mr. Sargeant led our end-of-year assembly today, and it was special to hear our school song performed by the school choir, accompanied by the school orchestra. The entire hall joined in, creating a heartfelt and memorable moment to end the year on a high note.

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German students having a wonderful time in Germany. St Ursula Gymnasium in Aachen #warmwelcome and #tour! Alongside practising our German , we’ve explored Aachen & Cologne’s stunning cathedrals, visited the Chocolate & Sports Museums, and enjoyed ice-skating in Heumarkt!

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The Christmas school newsletter is live: https://t.co/2gpO1Fa6Ah.

Happy Christmas!

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Huge congrats to Kat 11E, who’s just returned from her 4th International Cricket tournament since Sept Competing for Spain in the European Cricket Championship-W 2024, she claimed an impressive 9 wickets, making her the top wicket-taker of the tournament!
https://t.co/08TZSd7DZp

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For 22 years, our students & families have supported @AgeUKPlymouth with food donations. This year, an amazing 55 boxes were loaded into the van!
Tara from Age UK Plymouth attended our assembly thanking students. Huge thanks to Ms. Nott for coordinating this year’s collection

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Yr 12 Biology students explored cutting-edge technology @PlymUniHealth , dissecting virtual cadavers on the Anatomage table and studying heart anatomy in preparation for their PAG dissection.

Thank you, University of Plymouth, for an inspiring experience #healthcareers #Biology

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Throwback Netball Success at DHSG
Earlier this term, we were thrilled to announce that Phoebe, Amiee & Caitlin were selected for the Team Bath pathway for the 2024/25 season! It’s been an exciting time for DHSG Netball, and we’ve loved seeing their progress #congratulations

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Huge congrats to Amelia (7H) on making the England Foundation DMT squad for the second year running! 🏴 She placed 9th at the Finn Cup 🇫🇮 and won bronze at the Southwest Trampoline Championships 🥉. Amazing achievements, Amelia! 🎉

#TrampolineChampion #StudentSuccess

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Good visibility this weekend on a boggy moor. Well done to both the 35 and 45-mile teams. #tentorstraining #greatoutdoors #Teamwork

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GCSE Music & Year 7 students enjoyed a festive workshop with the Band of His Majesty's Royal Marines, featuring demos, carol sing-alongs & a Q&A. Three DHSG students joined in on oboe, cornet & trombone. Huge thanks to the band & Mrs Mackey for organising this special event!

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DHSG has been named as one of the top 10 schools in the South West! https://t.co/SsOXCaepag
The league tables were published yesterday for the GCSE results from last year. DHSG is once again the top performing school in Plymouth for progress.

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Congratulations to Holly and Joey! 📷
National Schools Equestrian Association Arena Eventing competition at Bicton today, Holly from 9E had a fantastic round, finishing 4th and securing an individual qualification for the National Championships at Hickstead in May!

#DHSGProud