Spotlight 25-26

WEEK A

WEEK BEGINNING 29/09/25

Online Resource of the Week: Britannica School Britannica School is a renowned and trusted source of factual information, written specifically for students of all ages and reading abilities. It provides an excellent starting point for research into any topic, from computer science to history, classical languages to modern art. This online version also includes fun daily facts, news from around the world, and a new AI chat feature!

Magazine Highlights

New Scientist: Huntingdon's Disease Breakthrough Huntington’s disease has been successfully treated for the first time using a gene therapy, which may be available in the US as soon as next year. Economist: Why AI systems might never be secure . How AI remains open to attacks. History Today: The Heroic Remains of Homer’s Odyssey For those living on the Greek island of Ithaka, The Odyssey is written all around. Philosophy Now: A Crisis of Attention Paul Doolan explores our attention demanding culture.

National Geographic: New Megaraptor Discovered With its final meal still in its mouth!

Fifth & Sixth form pupils: Remember! Book a meeting with Ms Eldred to review your referencing and essay formatting .

Ms Eldred: The Witchling’s Girl by Helena Coggan Currently Reading

Shell Writing Competition Deadline: 8 October th Don’t forget to send your entries to library@stedwardsoxford.org by 9pm on Wednesday 8 October to in with a chance of winning prizes! th

Mr Gormley: On the Beach by Nevil Shute

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