Portpatrick Primary hosted a great Scots Celebration Assembly to honour the life and work of Robert Burns and contemporary Scots poets and song writers. The event was a great showcase of the pupils’ talent, creativity, and hard work, and it truly brought our school community together.
The children were judged in three areas:
- Handwriting: Pupils carefully handwrote their entire poem, showcasing their dedication and attention to detail.
- Artwork: Pupils created or drew beautiful pieces inspired by their chosen poems, highlighting their creativity and artistic skills.
- Poem Recitals: The children performed their poem with enthusiasm and confidence in front of the school community.
We were delighted to have Mr and Mrs Ross as our judges again this year. Thank you to them for giving their time and expertise to this special event. Mr Ross gave an excellent recitation of To A Mouse and shared interesting context to the creation of the poem by Rabbie Burns.
All our pupils did a great job, and the effort they put in was clear to see. A huge congratulations to all the winners, and well done to every pupil for their hard work and commitment. You have made us proud!
The children added to the celebration by singing Scottish songs, filling the hall with joy and a sense of national pride. There was even a wee dance performed by some of our senior girls. As a highlight of the assembly, the winners from each class recited their poems for everyone to enjoy.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our families who supported their children at home and attended the event to make it even more special. Your involvement means so much to us, and we hope you enjoyed the celebration as much as we did.
Please see below for photos of this memorable event. We are already looking forward to next year’s Scots Celebration Assembly!
UNCRC Rights:
- Article 13: Freedom of expression – Pupils expressed themselves creatively through poetry, art, and performance.
- Article 29: Goals of education – The event helped pupils develop their talents and abilities.
- Article 31: Right to relax, play, and participate in cultural activities – Pupils engaged in cultural celebrations and artistic activities.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
- SDG 4: Quality Education – Promoting literacy, creativity, and public speaking.
- SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities – Ensuring all pupils had the opportunity to participate and be celebrated.
- SDG 16: Strong Institutions – Strengthening community ties through shared cultural appreciation.
Meta-skills Used:
- Focusing: Pupils worked carefully on handwriting and recitation.
- Integrity: They demonstrated honesty and pride in their work.
- Adapting: Children adapted to performing in front of an audience.
- Initiative: They took responsibility for preparing and practising their pieces.
- Communicating: Pupils expressed ideas effectively in their recitations.
- Feeling: They showed passion and enthusiasm during performances.
- Collaborating: Classes worked together to sing Scottish songs.
- Creativity: Pupils created unique artwork inspired by their poems.
- Critical Thinking: They interpreted poems to convey meaning during recitals.
- Sense-making: Pupils connected their learning to Scottish heritage and culture.
SHANARRI Indicators Covered:
- Safe: Pupils were supported to perform in a nurturing environment.
- Healthy: Engaging in activities that promote mental and emotional well-being.
- Achieving: Developing and showcasing their skills.
- Nurtured: Receiving encouragement to grow and succeed.
- Respected: Their contributions were valued and celebrated.
- Responsible: Pupils took ownership of their preparation and work.
- Included: Every child’s efforts were recognised as part of the event.
