Yesterday we were very fortunate to have a visit from Martin Myers who was one of the Olympic torch bearers. He came along to talk to us about his experience and show off the real Olympic Torch.
Everyone was excited to meet Martin and hear his story, of how he was selected to run with the torch. Afterwards we all got the chance to hold the torch and have our photograph taken.
We are celebrating our summer Mela today. We will be participating in activites such as African storytelling, Russian cookery and American line dancing.
This afternoon we are holding a showcase event which parents and friends are invited to come watch. This gives our pupils the opportunity to highlight all the hard work they have been participating in over the last term.
So come along to IMS at 1.15pm for some Shakespeare, Bollywood dancing, human animations and more…….. .
The rain came and stayed with us at Ardentinny……………. but it never stoppped the fun and new friendships being formed with our buddies from Williamwood, St Ninian’s, Eastwood, Mearns Castle, Woodfarm and St Luke’s High schools.
The Make Your Dreams True 8 weekend was a great success and lots of new skills were gained from activities such as team building, archery, gorge walking, canoeing and rock hopping and everyone left the weekend with a great sense of satisfaction and excitement.
Once again the disco and talent show were shown to amongst the favourite activities.
The Williamood buddies thought the disco was the best ever……….. the dance floor being full from the first dance till the last dance with Fabio showing them some of his moves!
Good luck to senior pupils and buddies from the local mainstream schools who are off to Ardentinny for the annual “Make Your Dreams Come True 8” weekend.
It will be a great adventure for the pupils with, sailing, rock hopping and archery a few of the activities to mention. But not to forget the talent show and the legendary disco!
Fingers crosssed the sun comes out for us!
Congratulations to some of our senior pupils who are busy preparing food for their Grow Cook Eat Showcase which takes place this afternoon.
The pupils have invited a number of important guests. Unfortunately HRH Prince Edward couldn’t make it this week but we are delighted that our parents and staff from ERC are able to come.
During our placements at Reid Kerr College and Rouken Glen Training Centre we have learned the important skills of cultivating produce such as lettuce and cucumber and then using the produce to make a tasty meal.
Parents please note:
Inductions for pupils entering mid primary and secondary departments will take place on Thursday 14th June at 1.30pm.
Primary 1 inductions will take place on Tuesday 12th June at 10am.
Good luck to some of our senior pupils who have been selected to sing in a choir with two other schools from the authority.
As the Olympic Torch Relay passes through Giffnock the choir will sing a song especially written for the event.
Hopefully the rain will stay away between 4 and 6pm for a special lifetime experience.
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Sports Services offers great value activities during the school holidays to keep your children active and healthy. Many fun and exciting activities available, from golf, athletics, swimming and cheerleading to name a few – they’ll be spoilt for choice
All our activities are run by our enthusiastic team who are always thinking of new ways to ensure all children and young people have a great time.
Health Promotion, Royal Visits, Volunteering & Spaghetti Bolognese – all in a day’s work @ Isobel Mair School. Listen to the recent podcast interview with Pulseonair and staff and pupils from Isobel Mair School.
Carolynne McKendry interviewed Mrs Clark and Mrs Goodlad along with two of our pupils. They discussed our recent Royal visitor, favourite things about the new school and lots more. Click on the link below to listen to the podcast.
Parents’ Evening will take place on Monday 11th June in the main building or at Yell @ WWHS.
Appointments will have already been sent out by the class teacher.
Any problems please contact the school.
Thank you to everyone who came along and supported our very first sports day in the new school. 
A very successful event organised by Mrs Goodlad and Alan Martin, Sports Co-ordinator.
The event started off with our very own opening ceremony and all the groups paraded around the mod to the national anthem of their country.
We had sprint races, hurdles, egg and spoon race, boccia and table tennis, events which the pupils all took part in with great enthusiasm.
The popular staff and parent race finished off a very successful day and then everyone recieved a medal.
Th winning team Jamaica, nominated Natasha to collect the Olympic Torch and stand on the winners podium.
The sun is shining for our 1st sports day in our new school.
All the classes have been put into groups, flags are ready and team tactics have been discussed.
Who will be this years champions?
Come and join us today, 28th May at 1.15pm for a fun filled afternoon.
Congratulations to the pupils involved in the Festival of Sport which took place in the Kelvin Hall yesterday, a very successful day.
Our athletes displayed a winning attitude when participating in events such as javelin, long jump and relay/sprint events.
Well done to all that participated, showing excellent team work and making IMS proud!
On Tuesday 22nd May 2012 Isobel Mair School welcomed a very special visitor to the school during the Diamond Jubilee Celebrations.
Mrs Wallace and our very own head boy Fabio welcomed His Royal Highness, Earl of Wessex to tour the school and meet all the pupils and staff.
During his tour of the school he visited many of our teaching areas including the hydrotherapy pool, sensory room, adventure room and then joined class Orkney who had compiled a ”Who wants to be a Royal Millionaire” Diamond Jubilee Quiz on the SMARTBoard showcasing the work they had researched using key points in Her Majesty, The Queen’s life.
The highlight of the tour was a special performance from “Reels on Wheels” our very own wheelchair dancing group and then his Royal Highness officially opened our Jubilee woods, unveiling a plaque to commemorate the work of the pupils in the school and then planted a tree which will hold special memories for everyone.
It was indeed a very memorable day in the life of Isobel Mair School.
Have a look at our photographs below
Isobel Mair School started their Jubilee celebrations early with a special visit from HRH Prince Edward the Earl of Wessex.
The Prince spent time talking to all of the young people whilst touring our new school.
He was particuarly impressed with Reels on Wheels and our sensory garden.
He also took part in an interactive “Who wants to be a Royal Millionaire” with class Orkney hosted by JonathonTarrant. He used the SMART Response voting system during his 50/50 question.
Photographs to follow.
Olympic fever has started early in our school.
We’ve had the “Silly Olympics” from Class Tiree, their very own adaptation of the Olympics which they showcased at the Primary Assembly.
Our very own Olympian, Steve Frew (2002 Commenwealth Gold Medalist) has been working with some of our senior pupils giving them an insight into what it’s like to be a very successful sports person.
Classes have researched all about the Olympics and have been working very hard and tomorrow we are excited to be welcoming the Olympic torch to our school. (not the real one of course!)
Have a sneak preview of some our display work which is around the school….
Classes have been working hard on the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee topic this term.
They painted pictures, created sculptures and even wrote poems to celebrate this very special event.
Have a look at some of our creations below.
Unfortunately the ASN and Disability Parents’ Conference which was due to take place on Saturday 26th May 2012 has had to be cancelled.
Class Jura invited their parents into school for a “Come Dine With Me” experience.
They have been working really hard, planning the menu, shopping for ingredients and then making the dishes.
Have a look at some of the delicious dishes below.
Scores will be revealed at a later date!
Well done Class Jura
