Bulletin – Friday 18th January 2019

Lost Property – There are many items in the lost property cupboard and also many jackets and blazers on a rail in the Print Room.  Please come along before Thursday 31 January 2019 to check if you think anything may be yours.  Any items left after this date will be recycled!

S1 to S5 – Please ensure you get your challenge week choice forms back to the office asap (by the 28^th Jan at the latest) to ensure you have the best chance of getting your first choices during the last week of summer term. Activities are filling up fast!

Dance Club– This is a reminder that all dance classes will be back on next week- lunch and after school. If any member of the dance club would like to purchase dance t-shirts or hoodies please collect an order form from the guidance base by Wednesday 23^rd January. Thanks.

Hockey Tour Meeting: All players attending the hockey tour in September must attend a meeting at break time on Monday 21^st in the small gym.

S1 Football – New time and new coach! Please note that S1 football will now be on a Monday from 3.45 – 4.45pm. First game will be very soon! Any questions please speak to Mr May.

S2 SKI TRIP JANAURY 2019 – If you bought an individual photo and/or group photo you can collect them from Mr Cheyne’s room, G11, anytime this week.

Scottish Schools Indoor Athletics – Any pupil keen on competing in the Scottish Schools Athletics Indoor Championships should speak to Mr May by the end of this week. Please give your details including event(s) you would like to participate in plus date of birth and personal best(s).

S5/6 Assessments: S5/6 Assessments will be taking place in the Games Hall, Drama Studio, Meeting Rooms and F29 from 14^th January until 24^th January.  Please show your respect by being especially quiet when you are near these areas.  Many thanks

Can any current S5 pupil interested in studying/going to university in the USA please come and see Mr Jack for more information.

Army Work Experience – Any senior interested in a career in the forces who would like to take part in an Army Work Experience, please see Mr Ferguson in the Guidance Base asap.

Apprenticeships – Lots of new apprenticeships available. Please see the school website, the noticeboard outside Guidance or Mr Ferguson.

Opportunity for 15-17 year olds! – The Rotary Club of Currie Balerno has again agreed to sponsor two places at the 2019 RYLA adventure camps taking place in July this year. We will fully fund one place at the boys’ camp and one place at the girls’ camp. The camps will be run by Rotary District 1020 at the Abernethy Trust Centre at Ardeonaig by Loch Tay. The boys’ camp will run for 1 week from 13 July 2019 with the girls’ camp taking place the following week commencing 20 July 2019.  This is a fantastic opportunity to boost your CV and gain valuable skills.  If you are interested, please see Mr Ferguson asap.

SCOTTISH SPACE SCHOOL @ STRATHCLYDE 2019

The 2019 Scottish Space School @ Strathclyde residential summer school will be held at the University of Strathclyde from 9-14 June 2019 and applications are now being invited via the online application system.

Now in its 16^th year at the University, the Scottish Space School continues to inspire the next generation of engineers and scientists and is aimed at S5 pupils in Scotland currently studying Maths and Science subjects at Higher level.

I would be grateful if you could please inform pupils in this year group at your school of the opportunity to apply for Space School.  Applications must be made online and further information and the online application form is available at:

http://www.strath.ac.uk/engineering/scottishspaceschool/

The closing date for applications is Sunday 20 January.

If you would like further information or have any questions regarding the programme, please do not hesitate to contact us by e-mail at: scottishspaceschool@strath.ac.uk

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bulletin – Thursday 17th January 2019

S5/6 Assessments: S5/6 Assessments will be taking place in the Games Hall, Drama Studio, Meeting Rooms and F29 from 14^th January until 24^th January.  Please show your respect by being especially quiet when you are near these areas.  Many thanks

Dance Club– This is a reminder that all dance classes will be back on next week- lunch and after school. If any member of the dance club would like to purchase dance t-shirts or hoodies please collect an order form from the guidance base by Wednesday 23^rd January. Thanks.

S1-S6 Netball – School netball will be cancelled this Thursday due to exams in the hall. Sorry!

S1 Boys Football – All S1 boys interested in coming along to training and/or games should attend a short meeting in the Drama Studio at break time on Thursday 17/01/19.

Italy Trip 2019 – IMPORTANT meeting at breaktime today in F50. All pupils going to Italy in June must attend the meeting and pick up a letter.

Bake Club – Please note that Bake Club will start up again today. We look forward to seeing you all then.

Tuesday Lunchtime film club S1-3 – The film club will be starting again from Tuesday 22nd January and will be held in F45 in the social subjects department.  Bring a packed lunch and we will begin from 13.10.

Old and new members are welcome.

Scottish Schools Indoor Athletics – Any pupil keen on competing in the Scottish Schools Athletics Indoor Championships should speak to Mr May by the end of this week. Please give your details including event(s) you would like to participate in plus date of birth and personal best(s).

Apprenticeships – Lots of new apprenticeships available. Please see the school website, the noticeboard outside Guidance or Mr Ferguson.

Opportunity for 15-17 year olds! – The Rotary Club of Currie Balerno has again agreed to sponsor two places at the 2019 RYLA adventure camps taking place in July this year. We will fully fund one place at the boys’ camp and one place at the girls’ camp. The camps will be run by Rotary District 1020 at the Abernethy Trust Centre at Ardeonaig by Loch Tay. The boys’ camp will run for 1 week from 13 July 2019 with the girls’ camp taking place the following week commencing 20 July 2019.  This is a fantastic opportunity to boost your CV and gain valuable skills.  If you are interested, please see Mr Ferguson asap.

S2 SKI TRIP JANAURY 2019 – If you bought an individual photo and/or group photo you can collect them from Mr Cheyne’s room, G11, anytime this week.

Can any current S5 pupil interested in studying/going to university in the USA please come and see Mr Jack for more information.

Scripture Union – SU group will start back today at lunchtime in F10

 

SCOTTISH SPACE SCHOOL @ STRATHCLYDE 2019

 

The 2019 Scottish Space School @ Strathclyde residential summer school will be held at the University of Strathclyde from 9-14 June 2019 and applications are now being invited via the online application system.

 

Now in its 16^th year at the University, the Scottish Space School continues to inspire the next generation of engineers and scientists and is aimed at S5 pupils in Scotland currently studying Maths and Science subjects at Higher level.

 

I would be grateful if you could please inform pupils in this year group at your school of the opportunity to apply for Space School.  Applications must be made online and further information and the online application form is available at:

 

http://www.strath.ac.uk/engineering/scottishspaceschool/

 

The closing date for applications is Sunday 20 January.

 

If you would like further information or have any questions regarding the programme, please do not hesitate to contact us by e-mail at: scottishspaceschool@strath.ac.uk

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bulletin – Wednesday 16th January 2019

S5/6 Assessments: S5/6 Assessments will be taking place in the Games Hall, Drama Studio, Meeting Rooms and F29 from 14^th January until 24^th January.  Please show your respect by being especially quiet when you are near these areas.  Many thanks

Craft Club – will not meet at lunchtime today as F29 is being used for prelims and there are no other rooms available.  We’ll meet next week, F29 as usual.

S1 Boys Football – All S1 boys interested in coming along to training and/or games should attend a short meeting in the Drama Studio at break time on Thursday 17/01/19.

S1-S6 Netball – School netball will be cancelled this Thursday due to exams in the hall. Sorry!

Italy Trip 2019 – IMPORTANT meeting at breaktime on Thursday 17^th January in F50. All pupils going to Italy in June must attend the meeting and pick up a letter.

Scottish Schools Indoor Athletics – Any pupil keen on competing in the Scottish Schools Athletics Indoor Championships should speak to Mr May by the end of this week. Please give your details including event(s) you would like to participate in plus date of birth and personal best(s).

Tuesday Lunchtime film club S1-3 – The film club will be starting again from Tuesday 22nd January and will be held in F45 in the social subjects department.  Bring a packed lunch and we will begin from 13.10.

Old and new members are welcome.

S2 SKI TRIP JANAURY 2019 – If you bought an individual photo and/or group photo you can collect them from Mr Cheyne’s room, G11, anytime this week.

Apprenticeships – Lots of new apprenticeships available. Please see the school website, the noticeboard outside Guidance or Mr Ferguson.

Have you been nominated for a golden ticket yet?

Hot choc Fridays will start again on 17^th January.  Why not think about how you could go over and above to gain a nomination!

Bake Club – Please note that Bake Club will start up again this week on Thursday 17^th January. We

Look forward to seeing you all then.

Can any current S5 pupil interested in studying/going to university in the USA please come and see Mr Jack for more information.

Psychology Study Support –  If you are studying psychology and would like help with the course please come to G38 during Monday lunch time after grabbing your lunch.

SCOTTISH SPACE SCHOOL @ STRATHCLYDE 2019

 

The 2019 Scottish Space School @ Strathclyde residential summer school will be held at the University of Strathclyde from 9-14 June 2019 and applications are now being invited via the online application system.

 

Now in its 16^th year at the University, the Scottish Space School continues to inspire the next generation of engineers and scientists and is aimed at S5 pupils in Scotland currently studying Maths and Science subjects at Higher level.

 

I would be grateful if you could please inform pupils in this year group at your school of the opportunity to apply for Space School.  Applications must be made online and further information and the online application form is available at:

 

http://www.strath.ac.uk/engineering/scottishspaceschool/

 

The closing date for applications is Sunday 20 January.

 

If you would like further information or have any questions regarding the programme, please do not hesitate to contact us by e-mail at: scottishspaceschool@strath.ac.uk

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bulletin – Tuesday 15th January 2019

S5/6 Assessments: S5/6 Assessments will be taking place in the Games Hall, Drama Studio, Meeting Rooms and F29 from 14^th January until 24^th January.  Please show your respect by being especially quiet when you are near these areas.  Many thanks

Italy Trip 2019 – IMPORTANT meeting at breaktime on Thursday 17^th January in F50. All pupils going to Italy in June must attend the meeting and pick up a letter.

S2 SKI TRIP JANAURY 2019 – If you bought an individual photo and/or group photo you can collect them from Mr Cheyne’s room, G11, anytime this week.

Have you been nominated for a golden ticket yet?

Hot choc Fridays will start again on 17^th January.  Why not think about how you could go over and above to gain a nomination!

Bake Club – Please note that Bake Club will start up again this week on Thursday 17^th January. We

Look forward to seeing you all then.

Can any current S5 pupil interested in studying/going to university in the USA please come and see Mr Jack for more information.

Psychology Study Support –  If you are studying psychology and would like help with the course please come to G38 during Monday lunch time after grabbing your lunch.

SCOTTISH SPACE SCHOOL @ STRATHCLYDE 2019

The 2019 Scottish Space School @ Strathclyde residential summer school will be held at the University of Strathclyde from 9-14 June 2019 and applications are now being invited via the online application system.

Now in its 16^th year at the University, the Scottish Space School continues to inspire the next generation of engineers and scientists and is aimed at S5 pupils in Scotland currently studying Maths and Science subjects at Higher level.

I would be grateful if you could please inform pupils in this year group at your school of the opportunity to apply for Space School.  Applications must be made online and further information and the online application form is available at:

http://www.strath.ac.uk/engineering/scottishspaceschool/

The closing date for applications is Sunday 20 January.

If you would like further information or have any questions regarding the programme, please do not hesitate to contact us by e-mail at: scottishspaceschool@strath.ac.uk

 

 

 

 

Bulletin – Friday 11th January 2019

Construction Challenge – Could the Construction Challenge pupils see Mr Macleod in CDT at break on Monday 14^th January.

Girls Football – Please can all S1-S3 football girls come to a short meeting at break today!

Hockey club – there is a hockey meeting at break on Monday 14^th Jan in the Games Hall to collect hoodies.

Have you been nominated for a golden ticket yet?

Hot choc Fridays will start again on 17^th January.  Why not think about how you could go over and above to gain a nomination!

Senior Study Weekend– Could all pupils attending the senior study weekend in February please attend a short meeting at the start of break today in Ms Davie’s classroom. There are places remaining if you still wish to attend. The total cost of the weekend is £160. Any questions, please pop up and see me. Thanks.

Bake Club – Please note that Bake Club will start up again next week on Thursday 17^th January. We

Look forward to seeing you all then.

Could the S6 Paired Readers please come to the LRC for one last short session. It is an evaluation of the programme and we really need to know your views!

Can any current S5 pupil interested in studying/going to university in the USA please come and see Mr Jack for more information.

Dance Club- All dance classes will resume next week in the run up to the show in March. Thanks.

Any entries for the Festive Greeting Advent competition before Christmas please give to any Modern Language teacher by Friday of this week. Thanks

Psychology Study Support –  If you are studying psychology and would like help with the course please come to G38 during Monday lunch time after grabbing your lunch.

SCOTTISH SPACE SCHOOL @ STRATHCLYDE 2019

The 2019 Scottish Space School @ Strathclyde residential summer school will be held at the University of Strathclyde from 9-14 June 2019 and applications are now being invited via the online application system.

Now in its 16^th year at the University, the Scottish Space School continues to inspire the next generation of engineers and scientists and is aimed at S5 pupils in Scotland currently studying Maths and Science subjects at Higher level.

I would be grateful if you could please inform pupils in this year group at your school of the opportunity to apply for Space School.  Applications must be made online and further information and the online application form is available at:

http://www.strath.ac.uk/engineering/scottishspaceschool/

The closing date for applications is Sunday 20 January.

If you would like further information or have any questions regarding the programme, please do not hesitate to contact us by e-mail at: scottishspaceschool@strath.ac.uk

 

 

 

 

Bulletin – Thursday 10th January 2019

 Can any current S5 pupil interested in studying/going to university in the USA please come and see Mr Jack for more information.

 S1-S6 Netball – Training will resume as normal today after school.

Dance Club – All dance classes will resume next week in the run up to the show in March. Thanks.

Any entries for the Festive Greeting Advent competition before Christmas please give to any Modern Language teacher by Friday of this week. Thanks

Psychology Study Support –  If you are studying psychology and would like help with the course please come to G38 during Monday lunch time after grabbing your lunch.

Scripture Union – SU group will not run this Thursday, but will start back next week Thursday 17^th Jan.

S5 PUPILS – SCOTTISH SPACE SCHOOL @ STRATHCLYDE 2019

The 2019 Scottish Space School @ Strathclyde residential summer school will be held at the University of Strathclyde from 9-14 June 2019 and applications are now being invited via the online application system.

Now in its 16^th year at the University, the Scottish Space School continues to inspire the next generation of engineers and scientists and is aimed at S5 pupils in Scotland currently studying Maths and Science subjects at Higher level.

I would be grateful if you could please inform pupils in this year group at your school of the opportunity to apply for Space School.  Applications must be made online and further information and the online application form is available at:

http://www.strath.ac.uk/engineering/scottishspaceschool/

The closing date for applications is Sunday 20 January.

If you would like further information or have any questions regarding the programme, please do not hesitate to contact us by e-mail at: scottishspaceschool@strath.ac.uk

 

 

 

Bulletin – Thursday 20th December 2018

Eco Project – Todays class for litter picking is 4B1 with S Ferguson

Lost property – There are many items in lost property (including lots of jackets) in the Print Room.  Please come along before Thursday 20 December 2018 to check if you think anything may be yours.  Any items left after this date will be recycled!

Netball Club: Reminder to all girls in the netball club to please bring items for the hampers by no later than Thursday break time. All tickets sold should also be given to Miss McCaig by Thursday break. Unfortunately, netball training after school will not be on however we will draw the raffle during LUNCH TIME on Thursday. Please come to PE department at 1.30pm and we will do the draw then. Any questions, don’t hesitate to come and ask Miss McCaig.

Modern Languages Department – We are running a little language quiz open to all pupils during Advent.

Each day of Advent there is a different language used to wish you greetings for the festive season on Coffee Break Languages. You can access these via Youtube or via the Modern Language Twitter feed.

Balerno HS Languages@BalernoModLang

All you have to do is tune in every day to find out the language being used that day. There will be a prize for the best entries in each year group. How many will you get right? Greetings will also be displayed on the notice board in the concourse.  We are on day 20 now. Which ones wish Happy New Year instead? Spot prizes for getting those right. Closing date is Friday 21st December, last day of term or first day back of the new term if you are really keen to get all 24.

National 5 & Higher Art & Design Practical Support – Tuesday after school – 3:30pm – 4:45pm (starting after Christmas) & ALL lunchtimes, Miss Simpson’s room, 12 weeks until hand in!

                                                                                                                                                

‘We elves try to stick to the four main food groups: candy, candy canes, candy corns and syrup’

This Christmas, the Cockburn house elves are selling our festive candy canes. We will be selling them on Tuesday and Thursday lunchtimes in the reception rea. They will cost 50p each but if you’re feeling especially merry you can grab 3 for £1. We will be continuing throughout December, so get yourself down to reception and spread the Christmas cheer by lighting up your special someone’s day with a candy cane!

SCOTTISH SPACE SCHOOL @ STRATHCLYDE 2019 – The 2019 Scottish Space School @ Strathclyde residential summer school will be held at the University of Strathclyde from 9-14 June 2019 and applications are now being invited via the online application system.  Now in its 16^th year at the University, the Scottish Space School continues to inspire the next generation of engineers and scientists and is aimed at S5 pupils in Scotland currently studying Maths and Science subjects at Higher level. I would be grateful if you could please inform pupils in this year group at your school of the opportunity to apply for Space School.  Applications must be made online and further information and the online application form is available at:

If interested, see Mr Ferguson.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bulletin – Wednesday 19th December 2018

Eco Project – Todays class for litter picking is 3D1 with A Sparks

S6 Numeracy Ambassadors – Could the Numeracy ambassadors please attend a short meeting today at break time in G12?

Pupils for School Catchment Review meeting – S6 year heads to attend as well. The meeting is taking place in G05 (Beside Mr Wilson Business management room)

Netball Club: Reminder to all girls in the netball club to please bring items for the hampers by no later than Thursday break time. All tickets sold should also be given to Miss McCaig by Thursday break. Unfortunately, netball training after school will not be on however we will draw the raffle during LUNCH TIME on Thursday. Please come to PE department at 1.30pm and we will do the draw then. Any questions, don’t hesitate to come and ask Miss McCaig.

Lost property – There are many items in lost property (including lots of jackets) in the Print Room.  Please come along before Thursday 20 December 2018 to check if you think anything may be yours.  Any items left after this date will be recycled!

Modern Languages Department – We are running a little language quiz open to all pupils during Advent.  Each day of Advent there is a different language used to wish you greetings for the festive season on Coffee Break Languages. You can access these via Youtube or via the Modern Language Twitter feed.

Balerno HS Languages@BalernoModLang

All you have to do is tune in every day to find out the language being used that day. There will be a prize for the best entries in each year group. How many will you get right? Greetings will also be displayed on the notice board in the concourse.  We are on day 18 now. Which ones wish Happy New Year instead? Spot prizes for getting those right. Closing date is Friday 21st December, last day of term or first day back of the new term if you are really keen to get all 24.

National 5 & Higher Art & Design Practical Support – Tuesday after school – 3:30pm – 4:45pm (starting after Christmas) & ALL lunchtimes, Miss Simpson’s room, 12 weeks until hand in!

                                                                                                                                                             

‘We elves try to stick to the four main food groups: candy, candy canes, candy corns and syrup’

This Christmas, the Cockburn house elves are selling our festive candy canes. We will be selling them on Tuesday and Thursday lunchtimes in the reception area. They will cost 50p each but if you’re feeling especially merry you can grab 3 for £1. We will be continuing throughout December, so get yourself down to reception and spread the Christmas cheer by lighting up your special someone’s day with a candy cane!

SCOTTISH SPACE SCHOOL @ STRATHCLYDE 2019 – The 2019 Scottish Space School @ Strathclyde residential summer school will be held at the University of Strathclyde from 9-14 June 2019 and applications are now being invited via the online application system.  Now in its 16^th year at the University, the Scottish Space School continues to inspire the next generation of engineers and scientists and is aimed at S5 pupils in Scotland currently studying Maths and Science subjects at Higher level. I would be grateful if you could please inform pupils in this year group at your school of the opportunity to apply for Space School.  Applications must be made online and further information and the online application form is available at:

If interested, see Mr Ferguson.

Bulletin- Tuesday 18th December

Eco Project – Todays class for litter picking is 2.6 with F Duncan

Festive Jumpers – On Friday 21^st December, bring in £1 to wear a festive jumper with your school uniform. All money will go to the school charity and will be collected by members of the Bavelaw house team.

Modern Languages Department – We are running a little language quiz open to all pupils during Advent.  Each day of Advent there is a different language used to wish you greetings for the festive season on Coffee Break Languages. You can access these via Youtube or via the Modern Language Twitter feed.

Balerno HS Languages@BalernoModLang

All you have to do is tune in every day to find out the language being used that day. There will be a prize for the best entries in each year group. How many will you get right? Greetings will also be displayed on the notice board in the concourse.  We are on day 18 now. Which ones wish Happy New Year instead? Spot prizes for getting those right. Closing date is Friday 21st December, last day of term or first day back of the new term if you are really keen to get all 24.

S2 SKI TRIP JANAURY 2019 – All S2 pupils going on the January 2019 ski trip must attend a final meeting in Mr Cheyne’s room (G11) on Tuesday 18^th December at 1.30pm.  Everybody MUST attend.

BOYD ANDERSON SKI RACE – Congratulations to the Balerno Ski Team who gained 3^rd place in the Boyd Anderson Ski Race which was held at Hillend on Wednesday 12^th December.  Very well done to the team, Peter Gillies(S1), Iona Ballantyne(S1), Ross Gillies(S3) and Bevin Fleming(S3) on gaining their bronze medals following a fantastic result.

National 5 & Higher Art & Design Practical Support – Tuesday after school – 3:30pm – 4:45pm (starting after Christmas) & ALL lunchtimes, Miss Simpson’s room, 12 weeks until hand in!

                                                                                                                                                                   

‘We elves try to stick to the four main food groups: candy, candy canes, candy corns and syrup’

This Christmas, the Cockburn house elves are selling our festive candy canes. We will be selling them on Tuesday and Thursday lunchtimes in the reception rea. They will cost 50p each but if you’re feeling especially merry you can grab 3 for £1. We will be continuing throughout December, so get yourself down to reception and spread the Christmas cheer by lighting up your special someone’s day with a candy cane!

S6 – In S6 and looking for advice or help with your personal statement for university? Come to the careers drop in, Tuesday lunchtimes in the LRC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bulletin – Monday 17th December 2018

S2 SKI TRIP JANAURY 2019 – All S2 pupils going on the January 2019 ski trip must attend a final meeting in Mr Cheyne’s room (G11) on Tuesday 18^th December at 1.30pm.  Everybody MUST attend.

BOYD ANDERSON SKI RACE – Congratulations to the Balerno Ski Team who gained 3^rd place in the Boyd Anderson Ski Race which was held at Hillend on Wednesday 12^th December.  Very well done to the team, Peter Gillies(S1), Iona Ballantyne(S1), Ross Gillies(S3) and Bevin Fleming(S3) on gaining their bronze medals following a fantastic result.

National 5 & Higher Art & Design Practical Support – Tuesday after school – 3:30pm – 4:45pm (starting after Christmas) & ALL lunchtimes, Miss Simpson’s room, 12 weeks until hand in!

                                                                                                                                                    

‘We elves try to stick to the four main food groups: candy, candy canes, candy corns and syrup’

This Christmas, the Cockburn house elves are selling our festive candy canes. We will be selling them on Tuesday and Thursday lunchtimes in the reception rea. They will cost 50p each but if you’re feeling especially merry you can grab 3 for £1. We will be continuing throughout December, so get yourself down to reception and spread the Christmas cheer by lighting up your special someone’s day with a candy cane!