New Galloway Golf Club welcomes S3/4 this term.
Bread Master Chef
Well done to Anna on achieving her bread making master chef certificate.
John Muir Waterfall Walk
The John Muir group enjoyed a walk to a local waterfall on Wednesday. Thanks to Alex at Outdoor Education for putting the video together.
Exploring the Galloway Forest
The John Muir group were out and about in the Galloway forest. The pupils were challenged to learn new skills in an outdoor setting. Many thanks to Alex from outdoor education for his expertise and encouragement throughout the afternoon.
OPAL Survey
https://www.opalexplorenature.org/bugscountToday the John Muir group conducted a bug count survey within the school grounds. The results were then submitted online to add to the national database. Notable finds included Ladybirds, centipedes, peacock butterflies and unfortunately New Zealand Flatworms.
Success at the Regional Cross Country
Well done to all of the pupils that took part in the regional cross country event held at Kirroughtree. Their attitude and effort throughout the event was exceptional.
A fantastic effort by William Nash earned him a second placed finish in the S4 boys race (3 miles), Josh got a well placed 13th in the S3 boys (2.5 miles) and Andrew Ramsay got a creditable mid-place finish in the same race. Isobel Stevenson and Danny Jardine finished near the lower end of the field for their races (S1 girls – 1 mile and S2 boys – 2 miles).
All of our runners worked very hard and did not give up when faced by the very challenging conditions before them. All were of great credit to the school, congratulations to all who took part.
My Place Photography Competition
The school has registered to take part in the My Place photography competition. Run by the Scottish Civic Trust it encourages young people to look at and explore their built environments in a creative way. Closing date for entries is the 22nd of February 2019.
Stories of Dalry
The John Muir group have been learning about the stories and legends associated with the town and surrounding area. Galloway story teller, Tony Bonning, brought the stories to life as we visited the parts of the town where the stories took place. Many thanks to Tony for passing on his knowledge and entertaining us on a crisp winters day.
Languages Club
Monday lunchtimes are an opportunity for young people (and staff) to learn a new language or practise one they’re already learning. Japanese seems to be the current favourite, perhaps because they are studying Japan in Geography lessons.
Bellymack Farm Visit
Working towards their John Muir Discovery Award saw the Wednesday Afternoon Activities group visit Bellymack Hill Farm. The group witnessed the spectacular sight of the Red Kites being fed at the farm. Many thanks to RSPB community liaison officer Callum Murray for giving the group an insight into the reintroduction of the Red Kites in the area. Also thank you to Shalla Gray at the Crighton Carbon Centre who helped to organise the visit.
