A group of our senior pupils, including Richard Barr, Christopher Buntin, Connor Donaghy, Andrew McLennan, David Dunwoodie, Fraser Black, Saud Khalil, Scott McCuish, Callum Aird, Dylan Jenks, Finlay Wright and Scott Wright, joined the Movember appeal and between them raised £732.02. Well done boys … and is is good to see your cleanshaven looks again!
School Show
Once again we were treated to a high standard of entertainment by pupils and staff as the S6 raised funds for their yearbook. They performed to a packed and enthusiastic audience which filled the school theatre. Acts ranged from singing to ballet and included star performances from the dinner ladies and the annual cameo appearance by Mr Shankland.
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Senior School – Xmas Study Plan
Attached are Xmas study plans for S4 and S5 & S6 students.
We hope that students take time to relax and enjoy their Xmas break, but also realise that 2013 will inevitably be a busy year; with prelim exams starting in February.
It is recommended that students complete as much work as they can from the documents below; this will provide a solid platform for exam success in 2013.
Christmas arrangements at Barrhead High
You child will have received a copy of a letter explaining events, dates and times for the Christmas holiday period. Attached is a copy of this letter End of Term Arrangements – Dec 12
Sports Programme 2013
The following sports clubs and facilities are available throughout East Renfrewshire. Please have a look at the programme of events and get involved where possible.
St Andrew’s Day
St Andrew’s Day
Our Religious Education Department recently hosted a Scottish Quiz to celebrate St Andrew’s Day. Subjects across the school taught a Scottish themed lesson and the information from these was used to form the basis of a quiz.
Well done to all who took part but a special well done to our quiz winners, there were 3 from each class and Alex Fenn who had the highest score.
Duke of Edinburgh Awards
Congratulations to the following pupils who have gained their Bronze Level Duke of Edinburgh Award. This is a tremendous achievement and we are delighted with the commitment and hard work the young people have shown in pursuing this award.
Well done to them all.
A special mention to Richard Barr who achieved his Sliver Level Award.
The group are now working towards their Silver Level Award and have inspired others to get involved too.
Back Row
Olivia Ross, Lorna Cairns, Ciara Morton, Nicola Hopewell, Ross McLardy, Richard Barr,
Front Row
Kirsty MacDonald, Ally Campbell, Alan Watson, Ross Bernard, Noah Telerman.
CHRISTMAS SHOW
Last night the school theatre was full to the brim as pupils and parents watched our 2012 Christmas Show. There were solo acts, groups, bands, dancers, staff acts and a wonderful Spice Girls production from our Dinning Hall Ladies. Everyone commented on the superb quality of the show and how talented our young people a
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Over £600 was raised to support the S6 Fund Raising Committee
Well done to everyone involved – and a big thanks to all the staff who helped to make this evening so wonderful.
Barrhead Careers Convention
Barrhead High are hoping to hold a Careers Convention in March 2013.
We are looking for parents and carers to take part on the night by explaining and discussing their occupation.
You don’t have to be a doctor or a lawyer to be able to take part, we are interested in having a variety of parents with differing occupations who can discuss with students the number of hours they work, the challenges of their job and the aspect they enjoy. Students would also be interested in any qualifications you needed to obtain before applying for your post and also what career path your occupation has.
If your are interested in joining us on the night then contact Mr McLean via the school office. Thank you.
Geography – Empty Lands – (S2)
As part of their ‘Empty Lands’ unit, S2 were tasked with designing their own animal. Pupils had to understand how the climate and environment of the tundra, rainforest and desert have led to plants and animals adapting to the area.
Pupils were encouraged to use their imagination when designing the look of the animal – but the adaptations had to suit the climate region they live in.
These are some of the results.
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