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posted by Lisa McMahon, Senior Practitioner – Child Protection

Can you please see the attached programme of events and booking details for 16 Days of Action regarding gender based violence in Angus.

Can you please share widely and support / encourage staff to attend. There is still space on all events.

Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances Angus Women’s Aid have had to postpone their Domestic Abuse Conference which was due to take place on 2 December 2019 but this will be available in Spring 2020 and information will be shared in due course.

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posted by Andrew Bailey, Physics & Science Teacher – Carnoustie High School

AH Physics Project twilight

The first twilight meeting of the Physics network learning community has been arranged for Tuesday 26th November from 4 pm to 6.30 pm at Carnoustie High School on Advanced Higher Physics Projects. The session will explore suitable topics for AH topics and suggested experiments and provide a chance for all to discuss ideas and review project reports and ask questions.

If you would like to attend the session please email a.bailey@angusschools.org.uk so that refreshments can be arranged. This event is open to all teachers of physics. Future twilight dates for your diaries include 21st January, 20th February and 26th March.

Network Learning Community
Advanced Higher Physics Projects
Tuesday 26th November, Carnoustie High School

This session will provide teaches with opportunities to discuss and explore suitable topics for an AH project, including suggested experiments and reviewing reports.
4.00pm: Refreshments and networking
5.00pm: Presentation and discussion of AH projects
6.30pm: Finish
Free to attend. Teachers from all areas welcome.

This event is supporte by Education Scotland’s Enhancing Professional Learning in STEM grants programme.
Other NLC twilight dates: 21 January, 20 February, 26 March

INSET Day 4: Thursday 5th December: Improving Pupils’ responses to exam questions

A physics specific professional learning event is arranged from 2.10 to 3.50 pm on the afternoon of INSET day 4 (Thursday 5th December) at Carnoustie High School to provide a collaborative opportunity for teachers to discuss ways to improve learning and teaching and thus impact pupil attainment.

Strategies for Improving Pupil’s Written Responses
Inset Day 4: Thursday 5th December 2:10 to 3:50pm
Carnoustie High School: Science Room 4

This session will provide physics teachers with opportunities to discuss and explore a range of potential strategies for teaching to improve pupil’s responses.
2.10pm: Welcome
2.20pm: Ideas to develop pupil metacognitive and congnitive knowledge, Andrew Bailey
2.50pm: Make pupil preconceptions and thinking explicit with diagnostic questions, Stuart Farmer, IoP
3.20pm: Using ‘because, but, so’ to improve OEQ and explanations, Andrew Bailey

These events are supported by Education Scotland’s Enhancing Professional Learning in STEM grants programme.

For each session myself and Stuart Farmer of the Institute of Physics will facilitate the initial discussion and then invite small groups of staff to collaboratively discuss these strategies, how they are currently used and if they could be improved, and if not used how they might be implemented. The groups will then feedback their discussions before we move onto to discuss the next idea/strategy. These discussions should then continue at future meetings of the physics network learning community, at the Physics SNG and at your own schools allowing practitioners to reflect upon any changes to practice and the impact on your pupils.

Please can you email a.bailey@angusschools.org.uk to let me know if you plan to attend either of the INSET sessions.

posted by Lisa McMahon, Senior Practitioner – Child Protection

16 Days of Action – Events 2019

From 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, to 10 December, Human Rights Day, the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence Campaign is a time to galvanize action to end violence against women and girls around the world. The international campaign originated from the first Women’s Global Leadership Institute coordinated by the Center for Women’s Global Leadership in 1991.

Please click on the link below for further details:

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posted by Carol Lyon, Schools and Learning

Numeracy BluePrints – Visual Learning in Maths and Numeracy

Free professional learning session

Date: Tuesday 4^th June 2019
Time: 4.15 – 6.15pm
Venue: Strathmore Primary School

Chris McKenna, creator of the Numeracy BluePrint Board, will demonstrate how this tool can be used to engage pupils, make links between concrete, pictorial and abstract representations and so develop and deepen pupils’ understanding of core Numeracy and Maths concepts.

Further information on the Numeracy BluePrint Board can be found at: https://countonus.org.uk.

Please register your intention to attend this event by emailing Angela Duce: DuceAI@angus.gov.uk no later than Friday 31^st May.

posted by Sylvia Cranston, Health & Wellbeing Staff Tutor, Angus Council, Schools and Learning

Asthma Training for Probationers

This training will take place on Thursday 30^th May, Langlands PS, Forfar, 4.15-5.15pm

This 1 hour training session is aimed to provide support in the management of the Asthmatic child or young person in the school setting.

The training is delivered by NHS Tayside Respiratory Specialist Nurses and will include a presentation , a practical session on inhalers and interactive case study discussion with the aim of to achieve the following learning objectives :

To understand what asthma is.
To learn how to recognise and treat an asthma attack.
To consider the role of teachers and the school.
To learn about sources of support for staff , children and parents.

Registration can be made through Resource Link On Line.

For more information contact Sylvia Cranston, Health and Wellbeing Staff Tutor :cranstons@angus.gov.uk

posted by Sylvia Cranston, Health & Wellbeing Staff Tutor, Angus Council, Schools and Learning

CLPL Opportunity! Physical Education

Learning through Developmental Gymnastics
Langlands Primary School, Forfar
Thursday 16 May 2019 – 4pm – 5.30pm

posted by Andy Garnett, Active Schools Lead Coordinator, Schools & Learning

Yoga CPD Course
Yogido Level 1: Yoga for 5-17 year olds

Course includes:

* Breath awareness & breathing techniques to help foster self-regulation
* Yoga Games to develop speed, strength, stamina, balance & flexibility
* Yoga activities to develop communication, teamwork, leadership and trust
* Relaxation
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BmTwwMRlJRY&t=8s

Date: Thursday 6 June – 4.15pm – 6.15pm – Angus House, Forfar – £35pp

Please click on the link below to view the flyer

Yoga CPD – Yogido Level 1

posted by Kim Walker, Workforce Development Support Officer, Schools & Learning

Dundee University ‘Learn to Teach’ PGDE in Primary Education

Are you an Angus Council employee who is interested in training as a primary teacher? Do you have a degree, Higher English at grade C or above and National 5 or equivalent qualification in maths? The Dundee University ‘Learn to Teach’ PGDE programme could allow you to complete your post graduate qualification whilst still retaining your job with the council. You would be released from your post for 18 weeks of school placements (subject to authorisation from your line manager). The course is delivered through online lectures, summer school weeks and Saturday workshops, from August 2019 to December 2020. Participants would begin their induction year in an Angus primary school in August 2021.

Successful candidates would be required to apply to SAAS for funding.

An information evening is being held in the Dalhousie Building at Dundee University (Room 1S19) on Monday 18^th February at 5pm for interested potential candidates. Please email Kay Hill k.hill@dundee.ac.uk to confirm your attendance.

Provided you meet the entry criteria and obtain the relevant permissions from your current line manager, you will be sent out an application form. Application forms will be available from Tuesday 19^th February by contacting Kim Walker, Workforce Development Officer WalkerK@angus.gov.uk 01307 492589

Completed applications and line manager approval forms should be returned directly to Kim Walker by Monday 25^th March. The university will select candidates for interview with dates to be confirmed in May.

More details about the course can be found on the link to the flyer below:
National LTT Flyer (19-20)

posted by Kim Walker, Workforce Development Support Officer, Schools & Learning

Are you a teacher looking for a professional learning opportunity to develop your leadership of learning?

SCEL Teacher Leadership Programme

The SCEL Teacher Leadership programme is open to all post-probation classroom teachers. It is primarily aimed at teachers who are seeking professional learning opportunities to develop their leadership of learning and teaching in their context. A central part of the programme is enquiring into an aspect of the participant’s classroom practice.

For this programme, applications are through an online application which is submitted directly to SCEL. The online application is available using the link below.

https://www.scelscotland.org.uk/what-we-offer/teacher-leadership/scel-teacher-leadership-programme/application-details/

Applications must be received by SCEL by 29 March 2019.

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Are you a teacher with senior leadership experience who is aspiring to be a head teacher in 2/3 years?

SCEL Into Headship programme

This programme is for teachers with senior leadership experience, aspiring to a head teacher post within the next 2-3 years. Successful completion of the programme leads to the award of the Standard for Headship which will become a mandatory requirement for all new head teachers from August 2020.

Applicants should submit a completed form, and an endorsement form from their line manager. For entry on to this programme, the local authority will complete an interview process with applicants to confirm that they can demonstrate appropriate experience and professional learning in leadership, relevant to local context.

Applications can be found on the SCEL website following the link below. These should be emailed to Kim Walker WalkerK@angus.gov.uk by Friday 1 March.

https://www.scelscotland.org.uk/what-we-offer/into-headship/

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Are you an aspiring Head teacher who has already gained the Standard for Headship and wants to continue your professional learning?

SCEL Towards Headship programme

This programme is for aspiring head teachers who have gained the Standard for Headship and wish to continue their professional learning towards the post of head teacher.

Applicants should submit a completed form, endorsed by their line manager to the local authority coordinator, Kim Walker WalkerK@angus.gov.uk for consideration by Friday 1 March.

Further details about the programme and an application form can be found using the link below:

https://www.scelscotland.org.uk/what-we-offer/school-leadership/towards-headship/

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Are you a head teacher within your first two years of headship?

SCEL In Headship programme

This programme is for head teachers within their first two years of headship. For this cohort, we also invite applications from those in an acting head teacher post that is expected to last for longer than the duration of the programme. Approval is required from the local authority.

Further details about the programme and an application form can be found on the SCEL website following the link below. These should be emailed to Kim Walker WalkerK@angus.gov.uk by Friday 1 March.

https://www.scelscotland.org.uk/what-we-offer/school-leadership/in-headship/

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Programme Funding

The Scottish Government has committed to fund the new cohorts of all four programmes, and accordingly there is no cost to participants. Travelling expenses are not included as part of the funding.

posted by Alita Spink, Improvement, Angus Virtual School, Schools & Learning

Grounds for Learning
Supporting outdoor learning and play in Scotland

Outdoor Classroom Day – May 23rd 2019

Even if you have been involved in Outdoor Classroom day before, please sign up again on the website.

For those who have not been involved, this is a great way of drawing in less confident colleagues – why not challenge your whole school?

Get Involved

posted by Mel Richards, Primary Science Development Officer| RAiSE programme

CLPL opportunity for primary practitioners.
Embedding Science in an IDL Topic:
Strathmore Primary: Wednesday 6^th February 4pm-5.30pm
Presented by the Royal Society of Chemistry, this course aims to

to develop understanding of how to use Royal Society of Chemistry science webs in planning IDL topics
to develop understanding of how to ensure science learning is embedded in a topic
to build on teacher confidence in delivering the science curriculum

If interested in attending please contact Mel Richards, PSDO to sign up at richardsm@angus.gov.uk or sign up on Resource link

posted by Annette Zimmermann, University of St Andrews

“Modern Languages – Meet & Mingle”: school networking event on Wednesday, 21 November 2018, 2 – 4 pm (Arts Lecture Theatre, University of St Andrews, main entrance directly from The Scores): places allocated on a first come, first served basis

Dear Colleagues,

This is just a little reminder that the School of Modern Languages at the University of St Andrews would like to invite schools to our exciting networking event where pupils can put any questions they may have about language learning, university and living abroad directly to current Modern Languages students, and then continue relaxed, informative conversation over refreshments together. We would love to welcome pupils from your schools (up to ten S5/S6 pupils per school) regardless of subject background. Please let us know of your intention to attend by Wednesday, 7 November by emailing number of pupils, name(s) of accompanying teacher(s) and of school to az@st-andrews.ac.uk (Annette Zimmermann, School Engagement Officer, University of St Andrews).

There will also be the opportunity for teachers to meet with staff and undergraduates, to learn more about our courses in Arabic, French, German, Italian, Persian, Russian and Spanish and to share experiences.

posted by Melanie Rice, Principal Educational Psychologist, Schools and Learning

Practitioner Enquiry CLPL Opportunity from Angus Educational Psychology Service

“Practitioner enquiry helps to create a space to stop and look again at existing ways of working……teachers who engage in research have ‘better understanding of their practice and ways to improve it’. For some teachers, enquiry may promote levels of critical reflection that are ‘transformative’.” http://www.gtcs.org.uk/professional-update/research-practitioner-enquiry/practitioner-enquiry/what-is-practitioner-enquiry.aspx

For further information which includes course dates and venues please click on the link below:

Practitioner Enquiry CLPL

posted by Andy Garnett, Active Schools Lead Coordinator, Schools & Learning

Active Schools in partnership with the RSCDS East Angus Branch are holding a Scottish Country Dancing CPD. This CPD is open to all teachers and volunteers who would like to learn about jigs, reels and general Scottish Country Dancing. The CPD will be led by Jayne Riddett, Dance Development Officer from Dumfries and participants should wear comfortable clothes and trainers. This CPD will be of use to anyone who delivers dance in their school and will be of particular interest to teachers or volunteers who intend bringing groups to the Angus Day of Dance in March 2019.

When: Thursday 8^th November 2018

Where: Ladyloan PS (Gym Hall) Arbroath

Time: 4-6pm

Please email Kelly moonlightk@angus.gov.uk if you are interested in attending.

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posted by Sylvia Cranston, Health and Wellbeing Staff Tutor, Schools and Learning

Addressing Inclusion :

This CLPL session will enable school staff to take the first steps to addressing homophobic, biphobic and transphobic bullying. The training will give staff, who may be new to this work, information and guidance, in supporting children and young people to thrive and achieve their full potential in their learning environments, which are safe, nurturing and respectful.

Addressing Inclusion Coastal : Thursday May 24^th – Muirfield PS 4-5.30pm
Addressing Inclusion Landward : Wednesday June 6^th – Langlands PS 4-5.30pm

These sessions will be delivered by Angus Council colleagues and NHS Health Promotion Worker.

Supporting Transgender Young People in Education :

This training session is focused around the ‘Supporting Transgender Young People in Education’ document. It is expected that participants will have some knowledge of this guidance before attending. The training allows attendees the opportunity to explore the themes, key messages and recommendations in the guidance document and will develop practitioner confidence in supporting transgender children and young people in school

Monday June 11^th, Forfar Community Campus, 4.15-6.15pm.

This session will be delivered by Graeme Ross, Education Capacity Building Officer, LGBT Youth Scotland

Registration for these events can be made through Resource Link On Line.

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posted by Alita Spink, Schools and Learning Support Officer, Schools and Learning

We have Suicide Alertness For Everyone Training (safeTALK) scheduled for:

Monday 30 April 2018 (1pm – 5pm) in Arbroath
Friday 22 June 2018 (1pm – 5pm) in Forfar

This training is open to everyone (employees, employers and members of the public who live or work in Angus). Please forward this email to anyone who would be interested in this training.

SafeTALK is designed to be an introductory course for anyone interested in learning to be suicide aware.

Can you recognise the signs of someone at risk of suicide? Would you know what to say to a colleague, student, family member or contact with thoughts of suicide? Most persons with thoughts of suicide go unrecognised – even though most are, directly or indirectly, requesting help. Without safeTALK training, these invitations to help are too rarely accepted, or even noticed. In only a few hours, you will learn how to recognise these invitations and provide practical help to persons with thoughts of suicide. Expect to leave safeTALK more willing and able to perform an important helping role for persons with thoughts of suicide. safeTALK is a training session for everyone in the community – no prior knowledge is required.

Aim of Training: To enable participants to recognise and engage people who might be having thoughts of suicide and to connect them with community resources trained in suicide intervention.

Learning outcomes:

By the end of this course participants will:

Be aware that people at risk of suicide are often not given help due to cultural myths and misinformation
Recognise when a person might be having thoughts of suicide
Engage that person in direct and open talk about suicide
Move quickly to connect them with someone trained in suicide intervention who can review the risk and develop a plan to reduce the risk of harm or death.

Please see attachment for further information about safeTALK.

Outline of safeTALK training
30.04.18 safeTALK Registration Form
22.06.18 safeTALK Registration Form

To book, please email suicideprevention@angus.gov.uk with one of the attached registration forms. Places will be allocated on a first come first served basis. This session is free of charge to participants and will be funded by the Suicide Prevention Collaborative for Angus.

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posted by Sarah Findlay, Schools and Learning

Angus Maths Conference 2018

Forfar Community Campus | Kirriemuir Road | DD8 3TG Forfar | United Kingdom

Saturday, 28 April 2018 from 09:15 to 15:00 (BST)

The theme of this year’s conference is Mathematical Habits of Mind. First up is Chris Smith (possibly the most famous practicing secondary maths teacher in Scotland) with what promises to be a highly entertaining keynote. Chris will share a wealth of ideas for sparking an enthusiasm for maths, igniting creativity and nurturing children and young people’s problem solving skills including, “eBay purchases that have made my classroom a better place to be” and “WOW! How? Now take a bow” an approach designed to excite preschool and primary children about maths.

Following the keynote, delegates will have the opportunity to hear from practitioners from within and outwith Angus at a series of workshops.

Please complete and return the attached workshop choices to PEOCPD@angus.gov.uk as soon as possible and no later than Wednesday 18 April 2018. ANGUS MATHS CONFERENCE WORKSHOP CHOICES

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posted by Sarah Findlay, Schools and Learning

As you are aware CPD online with cease on the 31 March 2018.

Courses listed below are now available to book on Resourcelink.

Introduction to Leadership & Management
17 April 2018 and 05 June 2018
16:30 to 18:30
Forfar Community Campus

Glow General Apps
18 April 2018
~~16:30 to 17:45~~
~~Arbroath HS~~

Glow General Apps
09 May 2018
~~16:30 to 17:45~~
~~Brechin Community Campus~~

Glow General Apps
23 May 2018
~~16:30 to 17:45~~
~~Forfar Community Campus~~

Glow General Apps
06 June 2018
~~16:30 to 17:45~~
~~Monifieth HS~~

Getting Started with BBC micro:bits
24 April 2018
~~16:30 to 17:45~~
~~Arbroath HS~~

French Outdoors
05 May 2018
16:00 to 17:30
Angus House Room A B C

French Outdoors
09 May 2018
16:00 to 17:30
Carnoustie HS

NQT Probationers Training Day
02 May 2018
Kirriemuir Town Hall
09:00 to 16:00

Language Coordinators meeting
05 June 2018
Angus House
16:00 to 17:15

Guidance
Once you have logged into Resourcelink choose My Learning and Development from the left hand side and Request Training.

To find the course you wish to attend put in a Key word or hit the search button and all courses will appear
Choose the course you wish to attend
This will show the course descriptor
Beneath this are the course events
Choose the date you require and this shows you confirmation of the date and location
Choose submit

The training request then is automatically sent for your managers approval but you will be able to see it’s progress in Training History. After approval it will be automatically sent to our universal mail box and you will be sent a diary invite as confirmation you have been allocated a place on the course. PLEASE NOTE UNLIKE CPD ONLINE – YOU DO NOT HAVE A SPACE UNTIL YOUR MANAGER APPROVES THE REQUEST

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posted by Kim Walker, Schools and Learning Support Officer

Are you an Aspiring or new Head teacher?

School Leadership Courses
The following courses are now open for recruitment and application forms can be found on the SCEL website.

Into Headship
For aspiring Primary and Secondary Head teachers.

‘Into Headship’ is Scotland’s national qualification for headship and is a 60-credit post-graduate qualification at SCQF level 11. It is a practice-based programme delivered in partnership with Dundee University and other partner authorities focused on developing strategic leadership. On successful completion, participants will be awarded the Standard for Headship.

Learning: June -September (12/18 months)

Towards Headship
For aspiring Primary and Secondary Head teachers who have successfully completed SQH / FRH but are not, as yet, in Head teacher posts. The programme will critically engage participants with the current and emerging international and local policy contexts and reinforce their knowledge of key aspects relating to school leadership.

Learning is through online modules and 4 contact days (one Friday / Saturday residential and three further Saturdays)

Learning: June – November with a recall day after a year. The course is not accredited.

In Headship
‘In Headship’ is for Head teachers normally within their first two years of Headship. It is a 60 credit post-graduate certificate qualification at SCQF level 11.

The programme provides support for those transitioning into their new role and helps deepen understanding, application and evaluation of the Standard for Headship in practice as they critically reflect on their first phase of headship.

Learning: June – September (12/18 months)

Applications for all of the programmes will need to be endorsed by the authority so should be submitted to Kim Walker, SLSO Workforce Development (WalkerK@angus.gov.uk) by Friday 2^nd March 2018. Applicants may be asked to attend an informal interview if more information is needed before their application is approved and submitted.

All of the courses are fully funded and there is no cost to the applicants. Full details can be found on the SCEL website.

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posted by Kim Walker, Schools and Learning Support Officer

Calling all Post-Probation Teachers!
SCEL Teacher Leadership CLPL Opportunity

SCEL have just launched information about an exciting opportunity for teachers – ‘The Teacher leadership Programme.’

Who is it for?
The programme is for all post-probation teachers. It will help you develop against the GTCS standard for Career Long professional learning and become more confident in leading classroom practice.

What’s involved?
The programme is primarily accessed online through Glow and you will be supported and challenged by a group of peers in or near Angus as well as a critical friend and a programme tutor.

How is it delivered?
The programme is delivered flexibly through distance learning from August to June.

What does it cost?
The programme is fully funded with no cost to participants.

How many places are there?
SCEL have allocated 30 places to each of the six Regional Improvement Collaboratives. Places will be allocated by SCEL on the strength of the application form submitted by applicants.

How can I apply?
More details and an applications form can be accessed by clicking on the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/SCELTLP2018ApplicationForm

Applications must be received by SCEL by 31^st March 2018.

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posted by Louise Kirby, YMI Coordinator, Schools & Learning

Kodaly Twilight for: P1/2/3 class teachers

Aims: Kodaly CPD’s are enormously beneficial to teachers in increasing confidence, understanding and awareness of the Kodaly approach. This CPD will be fun, informative and enjoyable.

Date	Kodaly Tutor	Venue	Time	CPD Code
Monday 5^th Feb	Ruth Clipston	Carlogie	4.00pm – 5.30pm	LTG80-17/18
Wednesday 7^th Feb	Steven Gibbons	Hayshead	4.00pm – 5.30pm	LTG81-17/18
Thursday 8^th Feb	Kit Ramsay	Maisondieu	4.00pm – 5.30pm	LTG82 – 17/18

Sessions are FREE. Please note you can attend either session as it doesn’t have to be your Kodaly tutor. Please book through CPD online

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posted by Alita Spink, Schools and Learning Support Officer

Please find attached an invitation to a half day conference for those working with children and adults on behalf of the Protecting People Angus (PPA) partnerships. PPA Conference Invite

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posted by Jonathan Brown, Primary Science Development Officer, Schools and Learning

STEM Careers

The new Angus primary science website contains a fantastic section on STEM Careers. Each month a new STEM career is showcased with a local STEM professional providing an insight into their job, the skills they need for their job, why they love their job and their journey into it. You can find the STEM Careers page here: https://sites.google.com/view/angusprimaryscience/stem/stem-careers

Free Science Twilights

Starting out with Chemistry
The Royal Society of Chemistry are offering two free twilights aimed at developing confidence in delivering chemistry based science experiences from Early to Second Level; the details are as follows:

Early Level: Starting out with Chemistry
Tuesday 30^th January, 16:30-18:00 at Strathmore Primary School

First / Second Level: Starting out with Chemistry
Thursday 8^th February, 16.30 – 18.00 at Strathmore Primary School

High School science departments have also been invited to send a representative to the events to allow opportunity for support and collaboration, particularly around sourcing chemicals and other resources.

Interested staff should sign-up via CPD-online, the codes are:

Early Level: LTG83
First / Second Level: LTG84

Science / STEM Club Teach Meet
This free ‘Teach Meet’ aims to share resources, ideas, competitions and other useful hints and tips to help you run a successful Science/STEM club in your school. This will also be an opportunity to exchange ideas and resources with colleagues who are running clubs in their setting. Details for this Teach Meet are as follows:

Thursday 22^nd February, Strathmore Primary School, 14.30 – 17.30
CPD Online code: LTG85

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posted by Alita Spink, Schools and Learning Support Officer

Please see the following document for Rory training on the following dates.

Tuesday 6 March 2018, 4.30pm – 6.30pm – Room A, Bruce House, Arbroath
Tuesday 13 March 2018, 4.30pm – 6.30pm – Room A, Bruce House, Arbroath

For further information please see the attached link. Rory Flyer 2018

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posted by Melanie Rice, Depute Principal Educational Psychologist, Children and Learning

Practitioner Enquiry
CLPL Opportunity from Angus Educational Psychology Service

Mental Health and Wellbeing: Early Intervention and Prevention

What? The Scottish Government’s Mental Health Strategy sets out the intention for prevention and early intervention to improve the mental health and wellbeing of Scotland’s children and young people.

Angus Educational Psychology Service (EPS) is offering a course about Practitioner Enquiry and Mental Health and Wellbeing. Practitioner Enquiry is a ‘finding out’ or an investigation undertaken within the practitioner’s own classroom or school and in collaboration with others. We will work together to clarify your ideas and questions about pupil mental health and wellbeing in your own context and discuss approaches to gathering information and evidence to support your enquiry. A framework for understanding wellbeing will be introduced which will help structure and drive our enquiries.

Why? Practitioner Enquiry is one of the key elements in the GTCS Career Long Professional Learning Standards and is envisaged to become an integral aspect of the day to day practice of teachers and education professionals. Participating in Practitioner Enquiry enables you to bring about fundamental changes in pedagogy and curriculum and improve the quality of pupils’ learning experiences.

When? This is a 4 session course. Sessions 1 and 2 introduce Practitioner Enquiry and the psychology of Mental Health and Wellbeing. You will undertake your enquiry between February and June. Our 3^rd session will be for peer support and coaching and our 4^th session will be to share our learning.

Wednesday 7^th February 2018, 4 – 5.30
Wednesday 21^st February 2018, 4 – 5.30
Wednesday 18^th April 2018, 4 – 5.30
Wednesday 6^th June 2018, 4 – 5.30

Who? This is for anyone who has an interest in mental health and wellbeing and a desire to work with others to undertake an enquiry project. It may be particularly relevant for Pupil Care and Support Teachers, LAC Designated Managers, ASN teachers, Class and Subject Teachers and School Management.

For further information or to sign up, contact Melanie Rice at ricem@angus.gov.uk

For further information about Practitioner Enquiry, visit the GTCS website (http://www.gtcs.org.uk/professional-update/practitioner-enquiry.aspx)

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posted by Sylvia Cranston, Health & Wellbeing Staff Tutor, Schools and Learning

The following Better Movers Thinkers training opportunities are available to support learning in physical education. See details below:

23/01/2018 – Better Movers Thinkers : Introduction Grange PS, Monifieth 4-5.30pm CPD Online Code LTG77-17/18
27/02/2018 – Better Movers Thinkers : Intermediate Grange PS, Monifieth 4-5.30pm CPD Online Code LTG79-17/18
25/01/2018 Better Movers Thinkers : Introduction Whitehills PS, Forfar 4-5.30pm CPD Online Code LTG76-17/18
22/02/2018Better Movers Thinkers : Intermediate Whitehills PS, Forfar 4-5.30pm CPD Online Code LTG78-17/18

The aims of the Introductory training sessions are to develop

an understanding of BMT and the role it plays in supporting physical education
the pedagogy of practitioners with innovative, exciting and challenging learning experiences in physical education
learning experiences that focus directly on enhancing the links between movement and thinking

This session is for practitioners who have had no prior experience of the Better Movers Thinkers approach.

The aims of the Intermediate training sessions are to develop a deeper understanding

of Better Movers Thinkers and its role in supporting learning Physical Education
of developing thinking skills through movement
of executive function skills and how they are essential to the learning process in physical education
of scaffolding, layering, refinement and complexity in enhancing learning in physical education

This session is for practitioners who have already had prior experience of the Better Movers Thinkers approach.

If you interested I attending any of these training courses, please sign up using CPD On Line.

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posted by Alita Spink, Schools and Learning Support Officer

Please see the following document for a ‘Making Choices Keeping Safe’ training opportunity.

Staff Training Flyer

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Disability Inclusion Training

The following Disability Inclusion Training opportunities are available for primary teachers and SPSA’s. This training is being led in partnership with the NHS physiotherapy team and the Disability Sports Development Officer . Details of the sessions are as follows:

Thursday 16 November 2017, Carlogie PS, Carnoustie. 4.15-6.15pm. CPD On Line Code- LTG58-17/18
Or

Tuesday 6^th February 2018, Strathmore PS, Forfar. 4.15-6.15pm. CPD On Line Code- LTG59-17/18

The aims of the session are:

to support the inclusion of learners with a disability in Physical Education

to focus on ability rather than a disability

to influence and deliver good practice

to communicate effectively

This training will develop practitioners confidence when planning for teaching and learning in physical education with children with disabilities; helping to better understand how we can work with partners in other services to support children’s learning experiences in a physical context.

posted by Sylvia Cranston, Health & Wellbeing Staff Tutor, Schools and Learning

Relationships, Sexual Health and Parenthood

The following Relationships, Sexual Health and Parenthood professional learning opportunities are available for primary staff:

Thursday 7^th December, Warddykes PS Arbroath, 4-5.30pm. CPD On Line Code – LTG67-17/18

Tuesday 20^th February, Langlands PS, Forfar, 4-5.30pm. CPD On Line Code- LTG68-17/18

Aims of the session:

To develop a holistic approach to RSHP

To increase confidence in delivering RSHP in a planned and progressive manner

To promote awareness of available resources to support delivery of RSHP Framework

posted by Lisa McMahon, Senior Planning Officer – Child Protection

Please bring your lunch and come along to this month’s Lunchtime Learning Session.

Autism – An Introduction
Thursday, 28^th September, 12 – 2p.m.
Bruce House Arbroath

This session will be delivered by Barry Howard, Educational Psychologist, Angus Council and will cover

What Autistic Disorder Spectrum is
The strengths and areas of difference for those affected
What research in assessment tells us
A few ways that you can best support individuals

Let us know if you would like to come along by e-mailing acpc@angus.gov.uk

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posted by Suzel O’Donnell, Principal Teacher ASN (Forfar and Kirriemuir)

Please click on the link below for futher information.

EAL leaflet drop-in session

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posted by Alita Spink, Schools and Learning Support Officer

The following First Aid courses are available for primary and secondary staff:

Wednesday 29th November 9am-2pm, Carnoustie High School
Thursday 30th November 9am-2pm, Arbroath High School

Both Days are required for a revalidation 12 hour course and 1 of these days are required for primary school

Cost is £60 per person 1 day
£110 per person 2 day course

Bookings are essential for these courses via angus.robb@angusalive.scot

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posted by Sylvia Cranston, Health and Wellbeing Staff Tutor

Making Choices keeping Safe ASN Flyer

Please see the attached.

ASN Flyer Nov 17

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posted by Alita Spink, Schools and Learning Support Officer

Please see the following link for further information on this CPD opportunity.

In-prison CPD course
14^th September 2017 at HMP Perth 3 Edinburgh Road, Perth, at 16.30-18.30.

Course Content

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posted by Wendy Hinnie, Workforce Development Officer, Adult and Child Protection

Lunchtime Learning Session
Thursday, 31^st August
12 -2 .00 p.m.
Training Rooms, Angus House

Bereavement and Loss in Children and Young People

This session will help participants to develop an understanding of

The grief process for children
How adults can support bereaved children at home and in school
Where to go to access further support and help

All welcome

Please let us know if you intend to come along by e-mailing acpc@angus.org.uk

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posted by Alita Spink, Schools and Learning Support Officer, Schools and Learning

Please see the following document for a ‘Learning for a better future: a Global Citizenship approach’ training opportunity.

GTCS GC Course

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posted by Alita Spink, Schools and Learning Support Officer, Schools and Learning

Making Choices Keeping Safe
Sexual Health and Relationships Training for staff working with people with additional support needs – a free 4 day course delivered of 2 x 2 days

Please click on the link below for further information:

Making Choices Keeping Safe flyer sept Oct 17

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posted by Pauline Stephen, Head of Schools and Learning, School and Learning

Children and Learning Festival in November 2017

Please find attached information about the 2017 Children and Learning Festival which will take place on Wednesday 29 November in Forfar Community Campus.

Please hold the date in your diary and forward to colleagues for information about the event itself and how to apply to run a workshop or participate in the market place.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Angus Children and Learning Festival Call for Contributors
Form Angus Children and Learning Festival Call for Contributors

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posted by Alita Spink, Schools and Learning Support Officer, Schools and Learning

Learning for Sustainability FREE COURSE for teachers – Our Forest Our Future

Looking to develop your own Professional Learning in a different and fun way?
Want some ideas for a new Learning for Sustainability IDL topic next academic year?
Need some inspiration and confidence to do more outdoor learning?

If you answered YES to any of these then this three-part course, based around online resource

Our Forest, Our Future is for you! Set within the context of the Sustainable Development Goals, the course will give you a fresh look at the popular topic of FORESTS.

We are offering a taster twilight with Fairtrade refreshments on:

Thursday 22nd June, 4.00 – 5.30pm at Northmuir Primary School, Kirriemuir

A chance to relax with colleagues and enjoy a Midsummer celebration of the end of a long school year! Some of this will take place outside so please bring appropriate clothing and footwear. To book a free space, contact: sally@oneworldcentre.org.uk or phone 01382 454603

Our Forest our Future is an online resource funded by Forestry Commission Scotland, Oxfam and Scotdec, which explores the interdependence of people and forests, and the vital role they play in sustaining our environment, locally and globally. The resource is aimed at Level 2 and 3 pupils and could be a useful focus for transition.

The course will give teachers a range of classroom methodologies and outdoor learning activities to help pupils understand why our forests are under threat and the implications for our planet. Teachers will also have the opportunity to share and reflect on their professional practice with colleagues, in keeping with GTCS Standards.

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posted by Stuart Burns, Schools and Learning Support Officer, Digital Learning, Schools and Learning

Creative Conversation: Bring Your Own Device

Our next teacher Chat session is due to take place next Thursday, 27 April at Angus House and the topic for discussion is Bring Your Own Device. If you have any questions, ideas or opinions on the merits of pupils using their own connected device in the classroom to aid learning, why not come along and share your thoughts? This is an informal session with the potential for lively debate and your contribution would be welcomed. Please sing up using the link below:

https://t.co/N4af6KO26f

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posted by Alita Spink, Schools and Learning Support Officer, Schools and Learning

Another date for the Strengthening Families Programme facilitators training has been agreed and will run:

11^th May,18^th May and 25^th May 2017.
Training will start 9am till 4pm
Grenfell House
290 High Street
Arbroath, DD11 1FJ .

This training would qualify workers to deliver the Strengthening Families Programme (SFP) in areas across Angus. We would ask that the people attending the training to commit to running 3 programmes per year. There is no cost for the training other than the commitment to deliver the 3 programmes per year.

SFP is an evidence based programme developed to help families avoid developing serious behavioural problems by intervening early. The programme runs over 7 weeks. Parents and young people attend separate skill building sessions for the first hour and then break for 30 minutes and then another hour together in a supervised family session.

The parent and youth sessions provide reinforcement and skills practice. For example, while the parents are learning how to use consequences, the young people are learning about the importance of following rules. Then in the family session the young people and parents practice problem solving together as a family when the rules are broken.

The main 3 aims of the programme are to:

Build life skills in young people and parents.
Reduce alcohol misuse and other behavioural problems during adolescents
Strengthening parent/child relationships.

If you would be interested in attending the training or have any other questions please contact me directly. Please forward to any colleagues that would be interested in attending the training too.

Many thanks

Angela Duncan
Strengthening Families Programme Co-ordinator
The Grenfell House Centre
290 High Street
Arbroath
DD11 1JF
Tel: 01241 873146 Mobile: 07920711356
Email: angela.duncan@barnardos.org.uk

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posted by Lisa Laird, Administrative Assistant, Angus Alcohol & Drugs Partnership

Please see attached the training poster for the RORY Training for teachers which is available to attend. Rory Flyer 2017

The dates are as follows:

Round 1
Tuesday 25 April 2017, 4.30pm – 6.30pm, Room A, Bruce House, Arbroath
Tuesday 2 May 2017, 4.30pm – 6.30pm. Tayside Council on Alcohol, 22-24 Catherine Street, Arbroath

Round 2
TBC for March 2018, dates will be circulated in due course.

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posted by Carol Lyon, Schools & Learning Support Officer (STEM), Schools & Learning

Angus Numeracy & Mathematics Conference – 18 March 2017

For further information on this please click the link – conference-flyer

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posted by Lesley Duguid, Schools and Learning Support Officer (Professional Learning), Schools & Learning

Please be advised of the following three Professional Development opportunities which are being offered to our Local Authority partnership through Dundee University and funded by Scottish Government. The deadline for submission has now been extended to Friday 16^th February.

Project 1: Early Phase and Attainment: STEM in the Primary Classroom – This module will consist of a week-long science school (Summer 2017). The science school will incorporate hands-on activities exploring the more challenging aspects of the CFE Science Experiences and Outcomes. Opportunities will be available to try out a range of different science resources and engage in professional dialogue with like-minded colleagues to critically evaluate different approaches to teaching primary science. This project will enable 10 Early phase teachers to gain 30 M Level credits.

Project 2: Attainment/Literacy and Numeracy – Developing Transition Teachers – Within the partnership a variety of methods of supporting transition is being used: in some instances primary staff teaching in secondary schools, sometimes for short or longer periods of time. In other instances, secondary specialist teachers go into primary schools to work with pupils. This Level 11 module focuses on transition pedagogy, particularly in the areas of Literacy and Numeracy. The module will consist of three twilight sessions beginning in February 2017. This project will enable 10 teachers to gain 30 M Level credits.

Project 3: Leadership: Middle Leadership – Leadership, Change and Organisational Development – The partnership recognises the importance developing future leaders as a priority. To enable this, the partnership supports the delivery of a Post Graduate Certificate in Middle Leadership. It is envisaged that this leadership certificate could be recognised as the first of the three part SCEL Headship qualification. This certificate is also open to education staff beyond teachers. This project will enable 8 education staff to gain 60 M Level credits.

Should you be interested in pursuing any of these Professional Development opportunities, please submit one side of A4 in support of your application, citing your reason as to why you ought to be considered to Angela Duce at DuceAI@angus.gov.uk by Thursday 16th February. Please ensure you seek approval from your Head teacher in the first instance. Candidates should also include the following information:

Name
Date of birth
Personal email address
Home/Contact Address and Postcode
Module to be enrolled on

If you would like to discuss any aspect of the above please contact Lesley on 01307 476310

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posted by Pauline Stephen, Head of Service, Schools and Learning

Whole Family Approach Project Event
Tuesday 21 February 2017 – 2-4pm – Canmore Room, The Cross, Forfar

Please click on the link below for further details:
wfa-event-poster

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posted by Louise Kirby, YMI Coordinator, Schools & Learning

Kodaly CPD For Primary 3 Teachers – Tuesday 28 March – 4-6pm

Please click on the link below for further details:
kodaly-cpd-kit-2017-blog-3

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posted by Jillian Clark Clerical Officer, Resources, Organisational Development

Health and Wellbeing

If you or your team are experiencing uncertainty, stress and anxiety, please use these courses to support you through challenge. They are underpinned by legislation around health and safety, equality and diversity and both good business and moral practice.

Booking is via email – BellJA@angus.gov.uk and ClarkJ@angus.gov.uk

training-dates-flyer-2017-email-version-20-1-17

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posted by Jillian Clark Clerical Officer, Resources, Organisational Development.

Disabilities Awareness – 23 March 2017 from 1.30 till 4.30 – Angus House, Forfar

If you are interested in attending this event please contact us thought the Alwayslearning@angus.gov.uk with your name and pay number. If you require more information regarding this course please click on the link below.

http://intranet/EmployeeMatters/Pages/EmployeeDevelopmentCoursePlanner.aspx

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posted by Lisa McMahon, Senior Planning Officer – Child Protection, Children & Learning

“Please see below information regarding an Internet Safety event being held in Angus. The session in Angus is being held in Angus House on Monday 6^th March 2017, 2.30pm – 4.30pm.

To book onto the course, follow the Link below. Once onto the site, search Angus into the search box and click on the event. After doing this click on the register button on the right hand side.

Delivered by the South West Grid for Learning (SWGfL), Online Safety Live is a programme of events designed exclusively for professionals working with children and young people and they’re completely FREE.

The events are two hours long and cover a broad range of online safety topics. At the end of the event all delegates receive access to an online resource area containing links to all the materials mentioned, signposting to sources of help and support as well as a live copy of the presentation itself.

SWGfL are returning to Scotland in March this year to deliver sessions in Angus, Dundee, East Ayrshire, South Ayrshire, North Ayrshire, Stirling and Falkirk.

If you are interested in attending one of these events, please book a place by visiting the http://saferinternet.org.uk/online-safety-live

Spaces are limited, early booking is therefore advised.”

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posted by Andy Garnett, Active Schools Lead Coordinator

Angus Cycle Hub in partnership with Active Schools is running free courses for teachers and volunteers linked to Angus Schools who are willing to assist with the delivery of Bikeability training in our schools.

There are 4 courses available at a variety of locations and those interested can sign up at http://www.cyclinghub.scot/course/cycle-training-assistant-(scqf-accredited-level-5)-

Thurs 9 Feb 17 – Cycle Training Assistant (SCQF accredited Level 5)
Angus Cycle Hub CTA #1 – Alex Pattison
Webster’s High School, Prosen Road, Kirriemuir
Capacity 12 – places left 3 – FREE

Thurs 9 Feb 17 – Cycle Training Assistant (SCQF accredited Level 5)
Angus Cycle Hub CTA #2 – John Bremner
Southesk Primary School, Hill Place, Montrose
Capacity 8 – places left 2 – FREE

Tue 14 Feb 17 – Cycle Training Assistant (SCQF accredited Level 5)
Angus Cycle Hib CTA #3 – Katriona Brown
Carnoustie High School, Shanwell Road, Carnoustie
Capacity 8 – places left 4 – FREE

Tue 14 Feb 17 – Cycle Training Assistant (SCQF accredited Level 5)
Angus Cycle Hub CTA #4 – John Bremner
Inverbrothock Primary School, East Kirkton Road, Arbroath
Capacity / – places left 8 – FREE

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posted by Lisa McMahon, Senior Planning Officer – Child Protection, Children & Learning

The link below will take you to the multi agency Angus Child Protection Committee Training page which lists the training opportunities on offer to staff relating to Child Protection Information, Roles and Responsibilities. This training is particularly helpful for fulfilling the role of the Child Protection Designated Officer.

http://www.anguschildprotectioncommittee.org.uk/training.cfm

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posted by Andrew Bailey, Physics & Science teacher, Carnoustie High School

The first TeachMeet Angus of 2017 will have a digital theme. It is being held at Carnoustie High School on Wednesday 8^th February from, 4.30 to 6.00 pm.

TeachMeets are informal meetings for teachers to share ideas and good practice with each other. The presenters are picked in a random order and can share for either 2 or 7 minutes. The topics talked about are wide and varied, this particular TeachMeet has a digital theme so is more specific than the last one after the Angus Learning Festival at Brechin High School. It is anticipated that topics shared might include Office 365, Glow, OneNote, Sway, Coding, STEM, Google for Education, Apple Education etc.

TeachMeets are organised by teachers for teachers and do not have key note speakers or longer sessions for some. You can get a free ticket at the TeachMeet website and sign up to share or just to listen.

http://teachmeet.scot/events/event/teachmeet-digital-angus/http://teachmeet.scot/events/event/teachmeet-digital-angus/

Any questions can be directed to Andrew Bailey, Physics and Science teacher at Carnoustie High School (CARBaileyA@carnoustiehigh.angus.sch.uk) or Kellie Smith, Primary Teacher at Langlands Primary School (lanSmithK lanSmithK@langlands.angus.sch.uk ).

We can also be contacted on Twitter @andrewkbailey13 or @kelsmif, or on Glow Yammer gw07baileyandrew and gw12smithkellie where there is a Angus TeachMeet Yammer Group that you can join to keep up to date with this and future TeachMeet.

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posted by Andy Garnett, Active Schools Lead Coordinator

Bookable via – Angus CPD Online Code – LTG66–16/17
This Yoga course is for Primary Teachers, Volunteers working with Primary aged children.
Course Title: Yogido Level 1 (Yoga for Primary aged children)Cost: £35pp
Date: 9/3/2017
Venue: Strathmore PS
Time: 4.30-6.30pm

CPD Course:
This Course and Yoga Resource Pack have been designed specifically to include activities which can be used in gym hall and/or classroom, and can therefore be used to enrich current provision in the following settings:

Physical Education
Behaviour management (individuals / whole group)
Fostering a sense of calm and focus within a classroom environment
Classroom energiser
Extra-curricular club provision

Course Outcomes:
Understand the benefits of Yoga for Children, Staff and Schools/Clubs

Gain practical experience using the Yoga Resource Cards
Have a clear understanding of how the Yoga Resource Cards can be used within the curriculum and extra-curricular setting

Content covered in Yoga Resource Cards:

Mental development- breath awareness, experiencing and fostering an inner sense of calm and stillness
Emotional development- communication, problem solving, teamwork
Physical development- strength, stamina, flexibility, balance and fine motor skills

Example resource cards:

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posted by Alita Spink, Schools and Learning Support Officer, Schools and Learning

Additional Support Needs Flyer – March 2017

Please click on the link below to view the March flyer

additional-support-needs-flyer-march-2017

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posted by Andy Garnett, Active Schools Lead Coordinator

Primary and Secondary Dance Courses December 2016

In partnership with Y-Dance and Dundee City Council we are providing two dance CLPL sessions for teachers and volunteers.

Monday 5^th December
Primary Dance
Cost: Free
4.15-6.45pm at Grove Academy, Broughty Ferry
Teachers can book via CPD Online code LTG 54 – Volunteers should book via their Active School Coordinator

YDances’ professional development training day is designed for primary teachers and focuses on the basic components of dance. You will learn how to deliver warm-ups for your pupils, how to lead creative dance games, how to expand your pupils movement vocabulary, how to introduce creativity into a dance session and encourage your pupils to develop their confidence, co-operation and communication skills.

Tuesday 6^th December
Secondary Dance
Cost: Free
4.15-6.45pm at Grove Academy, Broughty Ferry
Bookable via CPD Online code LTG 55 Volunteers should book via their Active School Coordinator

YDances’ professional development training day is designed for secondary teachers and focuses on contemporary and street dance styles. This session will address some of the Curriculum for Excellence Health and Wellbeing outcomes. You will learn how to deliver warm-ups for your pupils, how to lead creative dance games, how to teach and develop dance sequences, how to use stimulus to create dance material and encourage your pupils to develop their confidence, creativity and co-operation skills.

For further information contact Andy Garnett, Active Schools Lead Coordinator, at garnetta@angus.gov.uk or on 07795 496039.

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posted by Andy Garnett, Active Schools Lead Coordinator

UKCC Level 1 Netball Course – Saturday 14th and Saturday 21st of January

Arbroath Academy Games Hall – 9am to 4pm

This course will be run by a Netball Scotland Tutor. The outline of the course can be found via this link:

http://www.netballscotland.com/Coaching

If you wish to book on to this course either contact your Active Schools Coordinator or book on via the Netball Scotland website:

http://www.netballscotland.com/CoursesCalendar

The cost of the course will be £120. This is after the Sportscotland subsidy has been taken. You can also apply for a further 30% funding from Angus Alive under the coaching Angus scheme. You can find the forms under the following link:

http://archive.angus.gov.uk/services/View_Service_Detail.cfm?serviceid=1231

This would bring the cost of the course down to £84. This funding gets paid directly to you so the upfront cost would be £120. Further funding could be accessed if you are coaching in the Angus Active Schools Network.

If you have any further questions or for help in applying for the course or funding support please contact your Active Schools Coordinator or the course organiser outlined below

Course Organiser: Jamie McLaren
Mob: 07771506038
E-Mail: mclarenj@angus.gov.uk

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posted by Marek Rzepecki, Educational Psychologist, Children and Learning Directorate

Restorative Approaches Network Meeting: Making Connections
Monday 7^th November, Hayshead Primary School
16:00 (for 16:15 start) – 17:45

We would like to invite you to our next Restorative Approaches Network Meeting. The theme for this one is ‘Making Connections’. Following high levels of interest in Peer Mediation at our last meeting, we will learn about the development and impact of Peer Mediation in Hayshead P.S. We will also explore the links between Restorative and Growth Mindset, Health and Wellbeing, and Raising Attainment and finally, look at a proposal about how to develop Restorative Approaches in Angus.

Staff who attended previous network meetings have found them “rejuvenating” and have left with “lots of ideas”. Evaluations have consistently been very positive and those who attended have consistently asked for further meetings. I hope you can join us for this meeting.

Please sign up on CPD online using code LTG52-16/17

Best wishes
Marek Rzepecki, Jane Waddell, Lorraine Robertson and Fiona Robertson

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posted by Lesley Duguid, Support Officer, Schools and Learning

Professional Learning Opportunities

If you are interested in signing up for the following courses on CPD online, please do so by Friday 21^st October. NB: You should seek approval from your line manager in the first instance.

Developing Leadership Skills
Senior Leadership Professional Learning

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posted by Alita Spink, Schools and Learning Support Officer, Schools and Learning

Free HIV Awareness Training in Angus

Terrence Higgins Trust Scotland is offering free training for anyone working with individuals and groups in Angus who feel they would benefit from a short input to learn more about the latest developments in the field of HIV and sexual health and/or how to challenge the stigma associated with HIV. Participants will also find out about our new approved courses available through our Learning Centre for HIV and Sexual Health.

You absolutely do not have to be a ‘professional’ to attend the training. Interested members of the community are welcome, as are volunteers within agencies and community groups. Please come along and meet the team who work in the area, learn what you can do to support people living with HIV and help us beat the stigma associated with it.

For more information and to book a place on this course, please see below:

7^th October, 1000-1300 – click here to book

Please share widely amongst your contacts in Angus/Tayside – the more the merrier!

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posted by Andy Garnett, Active Schools Lead Coordinator, Schools & Learning

Bookable via – Angus CPD Online Code – LTG-41–16-17
This Yoga course is for Primary Teachers, Volunteers working with Primary aged children.
Course Title: Yogido Level 1 (Yoga for Primary aged children)
Cost: £35pp
Date: 20/10/2016
Venue: Warddykes PS
Time: 4-6pm

CPD Course:

This Course and Yoga Resource Pack have been designed specifically to include activities which can be used in gym hall and/or classroom, and can therefore be used to enrich current provision in the following settings:

Physical Education
Behaviour management (individuals / whole group)
Fostering a sense of calm and focus within a classroom environment
Classroom energiser
Extra-curricular club provision

Course Outcomes:

Understand the benefits of Yoga for Children, Staff and Schools/Clubs
Gain practical experience using the Yoga Resource Cards
Have a clear understanding of how the Yoga Resource Cards can be used within the curriculum and extra-curricular setting

Content covered in Yoga Resource Cards:

Mental development- breath awareness, experiencing and fostering an inner sense of calm and stillness
Emotional development- communication, problem solving, teamwork
Physical development- strength, stamina, flexibility, balance and fine motor skills

Example resource cards:

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posted by Carol Lyon, Schools and Learning Support Officer, Schools and Learning

Enhancing Parental Involvement Through Read, Write, Count

Read, Write, Count is a Scottish Government initiative, designed to enhance parental involvement in children’s learning at P1, P2 and P3. Four ‘double cluster’ events on ‘Enhancing Parental Involvement Through Read, Write, Count’ will take place as follows:

Tuesday 6.9.16 (4.30 – 6.30pm) – Webster’s Theatre, Arbroath
Monday 12.9.16 (4.15 – 6.15pm) – Maisondieu PS, Brechin
Tuesday 20.9.16 (4.15-6.15pm) – Carlogie PS, Carnoustie
Monday 26.9.16 (4.15-6.15pm) – Angus House, Forfar

The aims of the session are:

To share research findings about the benefits of parental involvement on children’s learning in literacy and numeracy
To provide information about the Scottish Government’s Read, Write, Count campaign and introduce staff to the content of the P1, P2 and P3 Read, Write, Count packs
To consider how staff can promote these resources and support parents to use them at home

Practitioners should register their intention to attend this event through Angus CPD online.

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posted by Kellie Smith, Teacher, Langlands Primary School

SLF 2016 Angus Teachmeet

With the beginning of a new year I’m sure everyone is beginning to think about their practice and what they can do in the coming year. As you may have read in an earlier post the Scottish Learning Festival are promoting teachmeets across Scotland on 21^st September. The Angus one is being held in Langlands Primary School between 5pm and 7pm. This is a great opportunity for teachers, managers and Early Years staff to come along and share practice, as well as getting some new ideas for the year ahead. You can come along and speak for either 2 or 7 minutes about a topic of your choice or simply come along and listen to what is going on. We have people talking about flipped classrooms, classdojo, PE SALS for infants and more.

If you would like to sign up, please follow the link below and complete the relevant fields.

https://tmscot.wordpress.com/2016/06/04/tmconnect-angus/

I look forward to seeing you there.
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posted by Louise Kirby, YMI Coordinator, Schools and Learning

Kodaly CPD’s are extremely beneficial to teachers in increasing confidence, understanding and awareness of Kodaly methodology.

This is aimed at ALL P1 – P3 teachers. Sessions are FREE.

Monday 5th September 4pm – 6pm
Delivered by Angela Branney
Burnside PS
CPD code- LTG24-16/17

Wednesday 14th September 4pm – 6pm
Delivered by Kit Ramsay
Northmuir PS
CPD code – LTG25-16/17

Please note you can attend either session as it doesn’t have to be your Kodaly tutor.

Please book via CPD online

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posted by Alita Spink, Schools and Learning Support Officer, Schools and Learning

In-prison CPD opportunity for staff in Angus.

Families Outside is facilitating a workshop session in HMP Perth to give teachers and school staff an insight into the issues facing children affected by imprisonment and help them explore how they might support these children and their families.

The 2016 session is to be held on the 15^th September 2016 4.15 pm until 6.15pm at HMP Perth 3 Edinburgh Road, Perth. There are a total of 10 places available for Angus staff.

This event has been well received in the past and is an excellent opportunity to gain knowledge in the issues affecting children and families.

Content:

Children with a parent in prison face significant challenges including trauma (making it hard for them to learn) and stigma (which can lead to behaviour problems and bullying). They are more likely to come from families with complex needs and are less likely to meet child well-being indicators. This CPD course offers:

an opportunity to visit a prison and to enter into the stories of children affected;an insight into the issues facing children and families who have a close relative in prison; and

practical ways in which teachers and school communities can help families affected.

Aims and outcomes:

Aim: To explore the impact that imprisonment of a close relative can have on children and to learn how school communities can provide key support for them and their carers.

Outcomes: Participants will:

be more confident in how to engage, and support, children and families affected by imprisonment;
understand the complex situations that families affected often experience;
have a knowledge of resources and support available for schools and for families; and
understand the importance of links between prison, support agencies and schools.

Further information:

As the session takes place inside a prison, course participants must arrive by the specified time. Participants should have photographic ID (e.g. driver’s licence) and are asked not to bring mobile phones or any other electronic equipment into the prison, additionally please do not carry change in your pockets as this will delay the process of getting through security. It will not be possible to leave the prison before the end of the session.

As there are only 10 places available, these will allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis; and there should be only one representative from each school attending.

If you would like to attend this invaluable professional learning opportunity, please contact Alita Spink, SLSO spinka1@angus.gov.uk to register.

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posted by Andy Garnett, Active Schools Lead Coordinator, Schools and Learning

Cricket CPD session

Active Schools are hosting a Primary Cricket CPD session on Monday 16^th May at Muirfield Primary School, Arbroath from 4.30-6.30pm, delivered by CricketScotland staff.

This session aimed at teachers, other school staff and volunteers, is intended to provide ideas and knowledge for delivering cricket sessions in an extra curricular setting. Games and exercises to ensure the introduction of cricket is fun and interesting. The sessions would then be appropriate for pupils aged P4-7. Some aspects of the training maybe useful for teachers when applied as part of a quality ‘striking and fielding’ physical education lesson.

Kwik Cricket uses plastic equipment (which can be found in most PE cupboards) and an adapted 8-aside format to introduce the game of cricket to primary school aged children. The game is designed to ensure that all players are regularly involved in the game and focuses on skills development.

School staff can sign up on CPD online using code LTG58, Kwik Cricket anyone else can reserve a place by emailing Andy Garnett at garnetta@angus.gov.uk

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posted by Rodger Hill, Service Manager, Schools & Learning

INTO HEADSHIP QUALIFICATION

The Into Headship qualification ran for the first time in 2015-16. It will become mandatory from session 2018-19 that all new Head Teachers have a headship qualification. We would now like to invite applications from suitably experienced teaching staff to join this programme which will be delivered through a partnership with the University of Dundee. This year, 150 fully funded places will be made available nationally for this programme.

It aims to enable candidates to:

develop and deepen the ability to critically reflect and enquire to enhance their strategic leadership practice
develop their strategic leadership and management skills in practice as specified by the Standard for Headship in Scotland
build and apply sound knowledge and understanding of strategic leadership and management practice and theory in the context of the role of Head Teacher
design and initiate a strategic change initiative which will strengthen the school’s capability for improvement to,
meet the Standard for Headship

The Into Headship Qualification consists of two courses or modules and the programme structure relates to the phases of strategic change. The emphasis is on addressing a whole school strategic issue. Participants will be expected to build a vision for longer term change to address this issue. Working with stakeholders, participants will then develop and initiate a strategic plan for long term change and undertake an interim evaluation. This evaluation will highlight progress and identify next steps towards sustainable school improvement.

To qualify to apply, you must be able to evidence the following minimum criteria:

Full registration with the GTCS,
Demonstration of experience of significant leadership practice as appropriate in their sector context,
Endorsement/sponsorship by their employer
A supportive reference from their Head Teacher/employer,
Access to a suitable work environment in order to be able to undertake the practice-based components of the programme,
Demonstration of readiness/potential for headship within the next 2/3 years.

Below are links to the:

Application Form:
http://www.scelscotland.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Into-Headship-Application-form.pdf

Endorsement Form:
http://www.scelscotland.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Into-Headship-Endorsement-form.pdf

Diversity Monitoring Form:
http://www.scelscotland.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Diversity-monitoring-form.pdf

Application Guide:
http://www.scelscotland.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Into-Headship-Application-guide.pdf

Into Headship FAQs:
http://www.scelscotland.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Into-Headship-FAQs.pdf

Completed applications should be sent to Morna Duncan (DuncanMH@angus.gcsx.gov.uk), Children and Learning Directorate, by close of business on Thursday 26 May 2016 at the very latest. Interviews will be held on week commencing 13 June 2016.

Please contact Rodger Hill, Service Manager – Schools and Learning (HillR@angus.gov.uk) if you have any queries regarding this programme.

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posted by Rick Instrell, Association for Media Education in Scotland (AMES)

AMES Conference 2016

The Association for Media Education in Scotland conference takes place at Forth Valley College Stirling Campus on Saturday 4 June 2016.

The theme is ‘How good is our Creativity?’ and the keynote speaker is Clive Gillman Director, Creative Industries at Creative Scotland.

There is also a choice of 15 production and analysis workshops for primary, secondary and further education teachers. As well the focus on creativity there are 3 sessions on media representations of the refugee crisis. Full details at the AMES website ames.scot.

Web: ames.scot
Email: ames.scot@gmail.com

AMES is a registered Scottish Charity SC029408

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posted by Andy Garnett, Active Schools Lead Coordinator, Schools & Learning

FUN FIT TAYSIDE
A whole class health and wellbeing resource
Food, nutrition, health eating and lifestyle balance

Still a few places left on this Free Primary Staff CPD for those looking for new ideas and resources for your primary health education?
Monday 22^nd February 2016 4.30-6.30pm at Angus House Forfar
Sign up on CPD online using course code LTG47-15/16

Fun Fit Tayside schools programme has been designed by local teachers and NHS Tayside staff to explore the key health and wellbeing topics of food, nutrition and healthy eating and make links with physical activity. Children are taken on a ‘healthy lifestyle’ journey that begins with exploring energy balance and the 1,2,3 message. 1 hour of physical activity, no more than 2 hours of screen time & 3 healthy balanced meals per day.

Aim of the CPD opportunity:

Provide an overview of the Fun Fit Tayside programme with an opportunity to become familiar with the session plans and supporting resources.
View examples of activities, themes and work schools have previously developed to assist delivery of Fun Fit Tayside.
Highlight NHS Tayside POST service.

Outcomes:

Enhanced understanding of the programme structure and resources.
Familiarisation with examples activities and materials.

A flexible learning tool suitable for P1-P7 (there are 2 distint perogrammes)
Planning thime is kept to a minimum (a range of lesson plans & supporting activities within resource)
Links with relevant Curriculum for Excellence outcomes (Health & Wellbeing & others for each activity)
Links with home and Family life (Children encouraged to share their learning using homework sheets)
Easy to access and use the full range of materials (Teacher who attend this CPD opportunity will be issued with a usb memory stick packed full of materials and resources)
Recognised & established resource (since 2011, over 180 teachers across Tayside have attended CPD and at least 4500 children hav experienced the programme)

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posted by Carol Lyon, Schols & Learning Support Officer

Forthcoming Primary Science Event

Title:                            Support for Primary Science
Date:                          Thursday 17^th March 2016 (4.30 – 6.30pm)
Venue:                         ICT Suite, Arbroath High School
Presenters:                 Michael Anderson (Education Scotland) & Patricia Kemp (Twig World)
Intended audience: Primary teaching staff

Session aims:

To provide an interactive tour of online resources, developed by Education Scotland, to support the delivery of the primary science curriculum
To raise awareness of ‘TigTag’ and ‘TigTag Junior’, award winning online primary science resources produced by Twig World and procured by Education Scotland until July 2016
To consider how the resources available can support the delivery of quality Science lessons in Angus primary schools

Please note this is a ‘hands on’ session. Participants will require their GLOW username and password.

Staff wishing to attend this event should register via CPD online (LTG55-15/16). Places are restricted and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

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posted by Kirsty Lee, Senior Planning Officer, Adult and Child Protection Committee

As part of our newly revised multi-agency child protection and GIRFEC training plan, a new course on assessment, decision making and the child’s plan has been added. Please access the link below to see details and book your place http://www.anguschildprotectioncommittee.org.uk/training.cfm

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posted by Julie Bell, Employee Health & Wellbeing Adviser – Resources Directorate

Mentally Healthy Workplace, Resilience & Wellbeing and Managers’ Competencies Training for 2016 – Mentally Healthy Workplace Training – Open to all

How mentally healthy is your workplace? This FREE one-day training course is designed and accredited by the Scottish Centre for Healthy Working Lives to help you to consider how you create and maintain a mentally healthy workplace.

This course is open to any manager or member of staff and is available to all Angus Council or Angus NHS or health & Social Care Integration staff, regardless of involvement with Healthy Working Lives.

Key topics covered include: what makes an ideal workplace; signs and symptoms of mental health conditions and stress; attitudes and culture around mental health and ill-health; the 6 HSE management standards for stress; disabilities and the Equalities Act; and coping strategies.

Friday January 15 2016 – 9.30am – 4.30pm – Training Rooms A&B, Angus House, Forfar
Friday March 25 2016 – 9.30am – 4.30pm – Room A, Bruce House, Arbroath
Friday June 17 2016 – 9.30am – 4pm – Training Rooms A&B, Angus House, Forfar
Wednesday September 14 2016 – 9.30am – 4pm, Room A, Bruce House, Arbroath

Mentally Healthy Workplace Training – Managers Only

This course is open to managers only within Angus Council or Angus NHS or Health & Social Care Integration, regardless of involvement with Healthy Working Lives.

Wednesday February 24 2016, 9.30am – 4.30pm, Room A, Bruce House, Arbroath
Friday May 25 2016 – 9.30am – 4.30pm, Training Rooms A&B, Angus House, Forfar
Wednesday August 8 2016 – 9.30am – 4.30pm, Room A, Bruce House, Arbroath
Wednesday November 23 2016, 9.30am – 4.30pm, Training Rooms A&B, Angus House, Forfar

Resilience and Wellbeing – Open to all

What is ‘Resilience’? What does it mean to you and your workplace? What can you do to improve your resilience? What can your workplace do?

This Healthy Working Lives’ accredited Resilience and Wellbeing session will help you to:

Understand the links between pressure, stress, performance and health
The business case
Measure personal resilience
Outline actions you can take in your organisation/teams to build employee resilience
Understand how you can support yourself and employees to build personal resilience

This course is open to any manager or member of staff within Angus Council and Angus NHS/Health & Social Care Integration, regardless of involvement with Healthy Working Lives.

Wednesday January 20 2016 – 1pm-4pm, Room A, Bruce House, Arbroath
Wednesday March 30 2016 – 9.30am – 12.30pm, Training Rooms A&B, Angus House, Forfar
Wednesday June 29 2016 – 1pm – 4pm, Meeting Room A, St Margaret’s House, Forfar
Monday September 26 2016 – 1pm – 4pm, Room A, Bruce House, Arbroath
Friday December 2 2016 – 1pm – 4pm, Training Rooms A&B, Angus House, Forfar

Managers’ Competencies – Managers Only

This 3-hour Healthy Working Lives workshop provides participants with an overview of the Stress Management Competencies and the tools available to you. The competencies were developed by the HSE and CIPD to support line managers to develop effective management practice that minimises the risk of stress.

The workshop also demonstrates the stress management competency indicator tool available to anyone wishing to undertake the process.

Aims

To raise awareness of the impact of management behaviours and practices
To explore the importance of positive manager behaviour
To increase awareness of your own behaviour
To equip you with the tools to further enhance and/or develop your skills

Friday April 8 2016 – 9.30am – 12.30pm, Training Rooms A&B, Angus House, Forfar
Monday July 4 – 1pm to 4pm, Room A, Bruce House, Arbroath
Friday October 7 2016 – 9.30am – 12.30pm

To book your place on any of these courses, please contact: Julie Bell, Employee Health & Wellbeing Adviser, Safety, Health & Wellbeing Team by email: BellJA@angus.gov.uk

Please state the training event you wish to attend. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Water, teas and coffees will be provided – please bring your own packed lunch for attendance at any of the one-day courses.

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posted by Rodger Hill, Service Manager, Schools & Learning

Scottish Centre for Studies in School Administration (SCSSA)

Dear Colleague,

We would very much appreciate if you could bring to the attention of your colleagues the following two exciting and highly practical national seminars for secondary schools around the Curriculum for Excellence from the Scottish Centre for Studies in School Administration [SCSSA] at the University of Edinburgh:

Timetabling Curriculum for Excellence [CfE]: Design to Timetable 27 November 2015
Senior Phase: Improving Learning and Achievement 11 December 2015

Detailed information on each seminar is attached below and both provide essential insights into how schools can deliver high quality curricular experiences for all pupils.

SCSSA Seminars

Angus Maths Conference 2018

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