Last week, the whole school from nursery to primary, spent time developing their drawing skills. The teachers included drawing in different curriculum areas from maths to PE, and on Wednesday we had a ‘whole school drawing day’. The p1 – 7 children went to four workshops over the day where, in the morning, they drew things from nature like shells, branches, stones, driftwood etc. They used a variety of drawing tools like charcoal, oil pastels and pencils. Continue reading Taynuilt Primary School draws!
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Ulva School raises money for Children in Need
Last Friday we all paid £1 to come to school in our pyjamas…. even the teachers. It was good fun but we all seemed to feel tired all day! In the afternoon we decided we would invite parents and friends to a concert in the school and then sell them tea and cakes. Beccy, our music instructor, helped us to plan the concert. We played our violins and cellos and sang songs in Gaelic and English. Continue reading Ulva School raises money for Children in Need
Oban Winter Festival art competition winners
The recently held Art Competition sponsored by the Oban Winter Festival had a fantastic number of high quality entries.The judges had a very very hard time deciding and everyone who entered deserves recognition for their art skills BUT…….
The winners are: First: Isla Buchanan, Lochnell
Joint second: Ellie Lopez, Rockfield and Noah Domingues, Luing
Third: Craig Campbell-Roberts, Lochnell
See below for their lovely artwork……….. Continue reading Oban Winter Festival art competition winners
‘Elephant Angel’ in Kintyre!! (It was a sell out)
Scottish Opera visited Kintyre last week and put on a fabulous show at Campbeltown Grammar. 7 local primaries had encouraged their P7 pupils to embrace the chance of working with SO to help stage the performance. Pupils contributions included: writing original material, graphic design, advertising and marketing, singing and acting, front of house and prop building.
In total 65 pupils were involved all of whom came to the performance with 35 being part of the chorus on stage. SO rehearsed with these 35 pupils for 2 days and the entire company thrilled an audience of 340 with their version of a ‘The Elephant Angel’. Continue reading ‘Elephant Angel’ in Kintyre!! (It was a sell out)
Dunoon Primary create 3D Artwork in Bishop’s Glen
Two P7 boys from Dunoon Primary visited Bishop’s Glen on the final day of October 2012. They went to create artwork from natural materials gathered from the forest floor. They enjoyed creating 3D sculptures. While collecting their leaves, seeds, moss, twigs, stones and berries they discovered some felled trees and learned how to work out the age of a tree by counting the rings. They were between 24 and 28 years old. It was fantastic to be outdoors even on quite a wet day! Continue reading Dunoon Primary create 3D Artwork in Bishop’s Glen
ARGYLL COLLECTION WRITING COMP Winners!
CAST is glad to announce the winners of this year’s Argyll Collection Primary Writing Competition. There has been a large number of entries of a very high standard and the judges had a difficult time in selecting winning entries. We will be posting the winning stories on SAL shortly. Thanks to all who embraced the competition and entered your wonderful stories.
The winners for 2012 are:
first: Sylvie Lawson, Ardrishaig Primary
second: Elinor Baker, Port Ellen Primary
third: Jamie Thompson, Rhu Primary
S3 French Poetry
S3 French in Tobermory have been studying French poetry, mainly the works of Jacques Prévert. They took advantage of the sunshine and beautiful autumn colours to go to Aros Park and take photos to illustrate one of Préverts most famous poems “les feuilles mortes” as well as a couple of other autumnal poems. Two groups chose to take images to represent “les feuilles mortes” in which the sight of the dead leaves prompts memories of a time in a man’s (or a woman’s!)life when they were in a happy relationship which is now over. Other groups took photos of the autumn colours to represent the poem “les saisons”. The colours and scenery are stunning and the class have brought the poems to life with some images which demonstrate understanding of the poems and are now working on displaying their work as poetic posters. Continue reading S3 French Poetry
WINTER FESTIVAL winner!
A proud Primary 4 from Lochnell Primary School is hoping that her picture will help to light up the dark days of Oban’s Winter Festival. Her picture has been chosen for the cover of the festival programme and the delighted 7 year old hopes that when you pick up your programme for the festival you’ll have as big a smile on YOUR face as she had on hers when she found out that her design had been chosen. We all wish the festival well for its second successful year and look forward to seeing lots of schools joining in the fun. Continue reading WINTER FESTIVAL winner!
Kintyre Pupils & Scottish Opera……..COMING SOON!
In the midst of a city, in the midst of a war, an enduring friendship is formed between a young elephant named Sheila and her keeper. As the bombs begin to fall and the Head Zookeeper worries about the fate of the animals, the local children play and laugh and sing in the Belfast streets………..
The Elephant Angel is a heart-warming new opera for audiences of all ages by composer Gareth Williams and acclaimed novelist Bernard MacLaverty. Based on a true story, it tells the tale of a lady zoo keeper who takes a baby elephant home with her each night during the Belfast Blitz, looking after it and keeping it safe with the help of the children who live near by. Continue reading Kintyre Pupils & Scottish Opera……..COMING SOON!
Port Ellen Primary Gaelic Choir Success at National Mod
On Sunday 14th October Port Ellen Primary Gaelic Choir excitedly began their journey to Dunoon to compete in this years National Mod. The children had an early start on Monday morning with many competing as individuals before the choir competitions in the afternoon. All of the children had worked extremely hard to prepare for their competitions and we were delighted to learn that so many of our individual competitors had been successful in their categories. Continue reading Port Ellen Primary Gaelic Choir Success at National Mod
SCOTA-LAND IN PORT ELLEN
On Wednesday morning Leigh from the Mull Theatre group came to a workshop for P6/7 on creating props for the theatre. The props will then be used for a performance on Islay of the groups latest play called Scota-land. We made a map of the Isle of Mickle for their play Scota-land and we also made artifacts that will go in the pretend museum. We made models of black houses, a beautiful crown from copper leaves, ancient runic writing, clay pots and a dinosaur model that all went on the island. The Island was made by everyone passing a crayon along and doing squiggly lines. Continue reading SCOTA-LAND IN PORT ELLEN
Dunoon Grammar School Stars Shine for Scotland
Pupils from Dunoon Grammar School again played a key role at a significant International Reception hosted by Education Scotland at the City Chambers, Glasgow last week. The Dunoon Grammar School Pipe Band and Highland Dancers entertained a distinguished audience consisting of educationalists from across the globe.
Dr Alasdair Allan MSP, Minister for Learning and Skills from the Scottish Government introduced the Grammar school pupils to the international audience gathered in the stunning City Chambers, Banqueting Hall. Continue reading Dunoon Grammar School Stars Shine for Scotland
Keith Brumpton Visits Bowmore Primary School
Eventually, after much anticipation, Keith Brumpton, the amazing, famous author, appeared in our school on Friday 7th September 2012! Although he came to our school, he originally came over for The Islay Book Festival. For some odd reason Keith Brumpton came early but Joan Lennon and Linda Strachan (two other fantastic authors) were stranded on the mainland due to the unpredictable mist!
Firstly he told us that he writes scripts for brilliant television shows like 64 Zoo Lane, Balamory and MIHigh but after that he drew scenes from his interesting books. The pictures were amazing (I especially liked the picture of Dino FC). Then he told us his new ideas for books such as Space Bunnies and Meet the Robotsons (I definitely want to buy them!)
Continue reading Keith Brumpton Visits Bowmore Primary School
LOCAL MOD & FOREST PARTNERS
On Friday, 7th September Bunessan Primary went to Tobermory to the local mod. Some people sang a solo and some people were in the choir which came second. Byron came first in the chanter. Everyone got a certificate. We liked seeing other people singing and everyone had a good time.
At An Tobar we looked at leaves which we had made at school as part of the Forest Partners project. They were made from clay, glass and bronze. There was a film that the P5, 6, 7 class were in. We wrote our names on leaves and they were put on the floor of the exhibition. The whole exhibition looked really cool and amazing. There were lots of leaves hanging down with fairy lights shining. It looked like an enchanted forest. We had lots of fun and got goody bags. By Claire, Iain & Amy – P4
Scientists and Artists at Benmore
As part of Benmore Botanic Garden’s School Week P1-P3 from Dunoon Primary School, as part of their Curriculum for Excellence Art and Science Work, were introduced to Special Places & Art and the Garden. P4-P7 were Mapping Our World through Science and Art.
A great day was had by all!
Lochdonhead pupils success in the Tobermory Horticultural Show
All the pupils in Lochdonhead Primary School did a painting for the competition in the Tobermory Horticultural Show. The paintings were about stormy weather. We were very pleased to find out we had won three prizes! Harry won first prize and a token for Tackle and Books; Charlotte won second prize and Ellis won third prize with their great pictures. We are very impressed and very proud of them.
By Ewan Robertson P7
The Pied Piper of Hamelin
A group of 40 Tobermory High School pupils, ranging from P4 – S6, recently took to the stage to deliver their annual school show. The cast delivered two polished performances in the Aros Hall, Tobermory, in front of two packed houses. The production was directed by Social Subjects teacher, Ryan Lowe, ably supported by many members of staff and the wider community. The cast will be singing a selection of songs at the school’s annual Celebration of Achievement, which marks the end of term. Bravo to all involved!
Continue reading The Pied Piper of Hamelin
DGS Art Exhibition at Chatters Restaurant, Dunoon
Dunoon Grammar’s Art Department are pleased to present the first summer exhibition of students’ work at Chatters Restaurant, Dunoon running from mid June till August.
The exhibition comprises of work by S2 (ceramic tiles), Intermediate and Higher pupils, with ages ranging from 13 years upwards. The main presentation of work, including jewellery is pieces produced by students as part of their final folio submission for both expressive and design practical activities, reflecting the high standard attained by pupils at the school. Continue reading DGS Art Exhibition at Chatters Restaurant, Dunoon
Outstanding Mid Argyll Pupils!
Teachers all over Scotland are currently trying to find creative, inspiring and meaningful ways to implement Curriculum for Excellence in their schools.
We all know we want our pupils to be confident, to be effective contributors in their local community, to be responsible citizens who understand the merits of teamwork and successful learners who achieve the highest standards.
Continue reading Outstanding Mid Argyll Pupils!
CAST Gaelic Film Project 2012
Mar A Tha Daoine
Eile Gar Faicinn
(To see ourselves as others see us)
The aim of this project was for each of the 6 Gaelic medium units in Argyll & Bute to produce a short film. The films had to capture scenes from contemporary everyday living and involved a musical score and/or song in Gaelic. Continue reading CAST Gaelic Film Project 2012
