SHSK Sounds
SHSK Sounds comprises a diverse programme of conversation, interviews and special features surrounding school life. Made possible by the generosity of the Parents’ Association, our in-house podcast enables us to reflect the eclectic views, stories and pursuits of life at St Helen and St Katharine.
Features include our ‘Dream Double Bill’ series in which students, staff and special guests are invited to choose their dream pairing of films, our ‘In Conversation’ series which invites special guests to discuss topics of interest, and many more. SHSK Sounds is available on Spotify, Amazon Podcasts and Podbean.
The honorary HelKats of nuclear physics and astronomy (episode 4)
Tune into the latest episode of the Year 10 Physics series about influential women scientists. In the fourth episode of this series, Mahi and Lottie dive into the inspiring story of Tiera Fletcher, who decided to become a rocket scientist at just eleven years old. Now, sixteen years later, she has helped bring to life one of the most powerful rockets ever built – NASA’s Space Launch System, which will send the Orion spacecraft and its crew into deep space.
The honorary HelKats of nuclear physics and astronomy (episode 3)
Don't miss the latest episode of the Year 10 series about influential female scientists. Evey sits down with Junior students Celeste, Eloise and Cora to discuss astronomer Henrietta Swan Leavitt. Dubbed ‘a computer of her time’, Leavitt discovered how to effectively measure vast distances to remote galaxies, which led to a shift in the understanding of the universe.
The honorary HelKats of nuclear physics and astronomy (episode 2)
This is the second instalment of the Y10 Physics series about influential women scientists. In this episode, Mia gives an insightful introduction to 'The First Lady of Physics': Dr Chien-Shiung Wu. Discover how Dr Wu's ground-breaking work in particle physics was overlooked by the Nobel Prize committee and learn about the challenges she faced, including sexism and racism, throughout her remarkable career.
The honorary HelKats of nuclear physics and astronomy (episode 1)
In the first episode of this exciting series 'The HelKats of nuclear physics and astronomy', Dr Chater discusses the inspiring Year 10 Physics project where students create their own podcasts to discuss influential women scientists! Dr Chater also shares her fascinating journey from working at CERN to teaching at St Helen's and dives into the mysteries of quarks, asking the big questions like: what is 95% of the universe made of?
In Conversation with Gail Wilson
Join us to discover how Gail Wilson participated in the Winter World Masters 2024, and her journey to becoming the Head of Outdoor Learning at St Helen’s. Mrs Wilson discusses the aims and benefits of outdoor education and how the programme is expanding at St Helen’s.
Culinary Chronicles
Join us as we get an exclusive glimpse into the culinary world at St Helen’s with our Executive Chef Eamonn. Find out how food is sourced and prepared, and the initiatives aimed at minimising organic waste and single-use plastics.
