European Day of Languages
The Modern Languages and Gaelic Department have been enjoying celebrating European Day of Languages! Pupils enjoyed a Spanish lunch today!
S5/6 Information Evening
Our SCQF Level 6 (Higher) Information Evening takes place on Tuesday 26th of September. This runs from 6.30pm – 8.00pm and will involve presentations and a chance to speak to subject teachers. The aim is to ensure that our young people have the support and guidance to allow them to thrive this coming session. This event is also open to parents and carers of pupils who are sitting Advanced Highers. We look forward to seeing you.
Please click on the link below to find out more:
Young Ambassadors
S4’s Eve Watt & Kyle Duff attended the the Young Ambassadors conference today representing Kilmarnock Academy. They’ll be supporting and promoting sport in the school. ⭐️ @NewFarm_CSH @sportscotland
Fun Run
Our fun run was a huge success!
Netball
Please see poster below for our Community Netball Club, starting this Thursday. Info and sign up link listed below. Could you populate this on school apps, blogs and social media accounts please?
Netball Community Club
WMC – Main Hall
Starting: THURSDAY 21st September
5-6pm
FREE
Register: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/Netball23-24/
Spaces are limited so please register quickly to avoid disappointment.
Extra-Curricular Activities
Click on the link to find out more about our extra-curricular activities:
UCAS Applications
If any S6 pupils wish to apply to UCAS, they should register on the UCAS website: http://www.ucas.com/students/apply/
They should link with the school, using the Buzzword Kilmarnock24
Can all interested pupils please register by this weekend so that PTs Pupil Support can meet with pupils and support them with their application.
SQA Results Day
SQA Results Day is Tuesday 8th August 2023
Certificates will arrive on the 8th of Augustand, if you signed up for MySQA, you’ll also get your results by text or email..
More information on what will be in your envelope can be found here.
Please do not worry if the results you get aren’t what you were hoping for. There is a lot of support available. If your results mean you now need to change your options for S5 or S6, you will be able to do this when you return to school on Monday 21st August.
You can contact our Careers Advisers herewho will be able to help you with next steps.
Further and higher education
Information on further and higher education can be found from:
Receiving results can be an anxious time and it’s important to look after your mental health and wellbeing.
If you’re feeling stressed, worried or overwhelmed, talking to a trusted friend or family member about how you’re feeling can be a good first step and make a big difference.
You can find lots of information to help you relax and support your friends on the Young Scot and YoungMinds websites. Young Scot has also provided a blog post, which guides you through accessing support – from mental health resources to dealing with exam results.
Education Maintenance Allowance
If you decide to stay on at school from August 2023, you may be able to get an Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA).
Click on the link to find out more about eligibility and how to apply: https://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk/CouncilAndGovernment/Benefits/Benefits-EducationAndSchool/Schools-MaintenanceGrants/EducationMaintenanceAllowance.aspx
