As we are still developing our website and Facebook page, there are only 3 classes work displayed. As the weeks go on, more classes will be sharing their learning so look out for more updates from the school.

 

Primary 5/6

We have started reading ‘The Borrowers’. This is our new class novel study.

This week we have been learning about the design process through our Christmas tree decoration challenge. We have added some pictures (below) of some of our class giving feedback on some of our initial ideas. We had to use constructive and positive language.

“I think ‘The Borrowers’ is decent so far.”  –  Aiden

“It’s nice to read an old book and a perfectly chosen story.”  –  Ralph

Can all pupils please remember to bring PE kit on Monday and Wednesday.

 

Primary 6

Primary 6 have been learning about homophones in language work. We identified examples of homophones and are able to tell you that they are words which sound the same but have different spellings (with very different meanings). Examples are: pear (fruit) and pair (two). Also, there is flour (used for baking) and flower (the plant). Can you think of any more? Please add your examples in the comment section.

In maths set, Mr McClune’s group have been looking at data and gathering information. As part of this, we constructed a Form in Microsoft and added all questions to it. We asked everyone in P5/6, P6 and P7 to take part and had over 70 responses! From this, we will now look at the data and produce graphs and charts.

 

Joseph –  “I enjoyed the rock, paper, scissors game in PE and encouraging my team.”

Jessica– “I learned how to work with percentages and fractions.”

Alex– “I enjoyed learning about homophones and like the different examples.”

 

Primary 7

We have investigated how Titanic moved by designing and creating our own boats with propellers. We recorded our results and evaluated and modified our designs.

We investigated how icebergs float in water and how different types of water affect how an iceberg melts.

We made ice cream and slushy drinks using ice and salt. We found out that salt lowers the temperature of ice.

 

Yasin said, “I learned that salt cools ice as it actually disrupts the ice crystals and causes it to produce energy.”

Tyler said, “I learned that most of the iceberg is under the water when it floats.”

Ruby said, “I learned that salt makes the temperature of ice go down.”

On Tuesday we have parents appointments from 4pm to 7pm and on Wednesday from 3.30pm to 5.30pm.

We have our class assembly next Friday (29th) at 2pm. We hope to see you all there.

 

Wider Achievement

Congratulations to all these karate experts who achieved their new belts!

Well done to all who took part in last night’s Youth Speaks Rotary competition. Children took part in this cluster wide event and presented talks about a subject of their choosing. 1st and 3rd place came from our school! A great effort from all involved.

• Pupils will be coming home with appointment times for next week’s Target Setting meetings. Please be sure to check bags for the slips. We look forward to welcoming you next week.

• P2/3 are collecting the little glass GU pudding pots for a Christmas craft venture. If you have any that you don’t want, please send them into school. P2/3 will be very happy!

As we are still developing our website and Facebook page, there are only 3 classes work displayed. As the weeks go on, more classes will be sharing their learning so look out for more updates from the school.

 

Primary 5/6

This week we have been learning about the design process. The 3 steps we looked at were: 1 – Initial ideas, 2 – Development, 3 – Final solution (product).

By using these steps we have been able to create Christmas tree decorations for the church festival.

We have also been learning about persuasive writing and have planned letters for Mr Stevens. We hope to share some of these with you soon.

“We have been practicing ’12 Days of Christmas’ for the Christmas Carol service.”  –  Tanya

“We have been learning about stamina in PE through basketball.”  –  Emily

 

Primary 6

This week we have been taking part in a Dumfries and Galloway Sumdog competition. This involved 112 classes and over 1,530 pupils. We were delighted as we WON!!!. We finished top after a week of maths questions. Not only that but we had one of our class finish in the top 10 student leaderboard, what a great achievement!

To mark Children in Need day, we took part in a fun online quiz and put our knowledge to the test. Here are our winners after some very tricky rounds and questions, ‘The 4 Quizzoteers’.

In maths we have been working on percentages and their equivalents, such as 25% = ¼ = 0.25. Please test our knowledge at home and see how well we can transfer between decimals, percentages and fractions.

Hazel  –  “I enjoyed learning about Louis Pasteur from the Victorian Era.”

Lucas – “I learned how Joseph Lister helped prevent infection in operations.”

Gracie – “I learned that workhouses were horrible and you had to do lots of work.”

 

Primary 7

This week we had a visit from Ella McLellan from Scottish Book Trust. We are thinking of an idea we can work on for our First Minister’s Reading Challenge. For more information about this challenge, why not have a search online where you will find lots of ideas.

We learned how to use Microsoft Teams through our Glow login. This is an app which lets us work together and communicate with each other.

We investigated how the heavy equipment used to build the Titanic was lifted by using pulleys and force meters.

 

Leo said, “I enjoyed investigating with pulleys.”

Eden said, “It was fun getting the chance to talk about what types of books we like reading and where we like to read.”

This Friday (15th November), the Pupil Council have organised a Charity Day.

It is a non-uniform day and children are encouraged to wear something bright.

There will be a cake sale.

Donations for non-uniform and donations of cakes to sell will be much appreciated.

Cakes will cost between 20p and 50p.

Thank you in advance.

The Pupil Council

 

Primary 5/6

This week in ICT we have been learning how to produce a PowerPoint presentation. We had fun and learned a lot of new tips and tricks to do so.

Also, we were learning about the Rights of a Child and the responsibilities. We learnt a lot about it and what it is.

Next, we learned about the water cycle and how it travels. We have learnt a lot about it and can’t wait to learn more!

Finally, we were learning how to make windpipes for different pitches and had a lot of fun doing so.

“We have been learning about evaporation, condensation and precipitation.” –  Tanya.

 

Primary 6

As part of our Victorians Topic, we have been learning about schools and how they compare to 2019. Following on from this, we created a persuasive writing text, giving our opinion on how we felt about the Victorian schools. The class have been encouraged to speak to their own families about their school experiences.

We were learning how to search for information online. We used Google and looked at keywords, result numbers and ads. Some of us only had to type 1 word instead of a sentence to find what we were looking for.

Remember to check out our Twitter page at, “P6 and Mr McClune”, for regular updates.

Ciara said, “I learned how to search accurately using Google.”

Imogen said, “I enjoyed learning about Victorian schools. I don’t think I would have liked the belt!”

Polly said, “I learned how to interpret line graphs and tell the story.”

Anyone who is interested in taking part in this years “Youth Speaks” competition, please keep working on your presentation and Mr Stevens will see you next week.

We have a charity day next Friday, so please remember to wear something bright!

Parents evening appointment times have been sent home and we would appreciate them being returned as soon as possible.

 

Primary 7

We measured the length of the Titanic. It was 269m long which is from the War Memorial to the dentists at St Cuthbert’s street! WOW!!!

We did some maths activities comparing the size of the Titanic to cruise ships now a days.

We worked collaboratively to create a Remembrance Day wall display.

Evan said, “My mum and dad were surprised when I told them how long the Titanic was!”

Brooke said, “I had to work well with others to help put the display up.”

Sean said, “I was surprised modern cruise ships could be even bigger than the Titanic.”

There are things which need to be returned to class as soon as possible:

• Christmas party sheets
• Signed topic overviews
• Parents evening slips