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Taking Learning Outdoors! Active Experiential Learning 11th -17th October 2014 Schilpario – Italy

CPD and IN-SERVICE opportunities for UK/EU teachers, headteachers, lecturers, educators, based in stunning location near Bergamo, Italy.
Why and How to….Take Learning Outdoors!
Erasmus+ is the NEW EU format (replacing Comenius/Grundtvig etc) As a result the application forms have JUST been published on 18th Feb with a closing date of 17th March.
Contact us at: info@adventurascotland.co.uk for further information/guidance on how to apply using this new process and/or see Erasmus+ site
http://www.erasmusplus.org.uk./key-action-1/mobility-for-school-staff
One of the biggest changes is that an ‘organisation’ (school) must apply, NOT individuals.
The application process is thorough and time is short, however with only one deadline date/year we have had no option but to try and aim to fill a course by 17th March due to late publication of EU forms.
Call Irene Bews: 07769701934
Ally Sangster: 07720711453

click Erasmus flier to view full details

Food for Thought – Phase 2

Scottish schools are invited to apply for Phase 2 of the Food for Thought: Education Fund. An opportunity to apply for up to £5,000 to work in partnership with local businesses on food education projects across Curriculum for Excellence, linking to the cultural events of 2014. Open now until Friday 28th March.

Visit the website to find out more and download the application form or email (foodfund@educationscotland.gov.uk) for more information.
http://www.educationscotland.gov.uk/learningteachingandassessment/curriculumareas/healthandwellbeing/supportmaterials/foodforthoughteducationfund/introduction.asp

National PE events.

There are a number of PE events coming up in March.
Sat. 1 March: Outdoor Learning in the Secondary Sector, St Joseph’s Academy Kilmarnock
Sat. 15 March: Better Movers and Thinkers – Performance and Excellence, St Paul’s HS Dundee
Sat. 29 March: PE and Additional Support Needs
Education Scotland will provide cover, accommodation and travel expenses for up to six practitioners at each event from remote/island communities. For the Saturday events, accommodation can be provided on both the Friday and Saturday nights. Please get in touch ASAP in order that we can book places:
Rona Young, PE Co-ordinator. rona.young@ea.argyll-bute.sch.uk

Gymnastic Courses coming soon…..

The following courses have been organised for primary class teachers to assist with the teaching of gymnastics and dance. The courses will be led by Anne Murphy, Development Officer with Education Scotland.
– Wednesday 26th February 10am-3pm, Inveraray Primary, gymnastics and dance.
– Tuesday 4th March 3.45pm-5.45pm, Colgrain Primary, gymnastics.
– Wednesday 5th March 3.45pm-5.45pm, Sandbank Primary, gymnastics.
– Thursday 13th March 10am-3pm, Oban (venue TBC), gymnastics and dance.
To book a place please email Rona Young, PE Co-ordinator: rona.young@ea.argyll-bute.sch.uk