Loch Ness wing are holding their annual coffee morning on Friday 18th September from 10-11:30am.
Everyone welcome
Tomorrow we welcome Mary-Louise Bertram who is an international communication specialist and PODD expert to the school.
She will spend the day with staff, pupils and speech and Language therapists and will also run a workshop for staff at the end of the day.
The sun was shining today for our visitors from the Hope foundation in Saudi Arabia. Click here for more info
They had a tour of the school and visited one of the classes during outdoor learning.
Our head boy and girl welcomed them to the school and joined them on the tour, where they met some of the pupils. They visited some of the specialist areas of the school and also some classrooms.
Some of our senior pupils have been looking at the student council elections and selecting their responsibilities.
This afternoon we will welcome visitors from Hope for exceptional needs, Saudi Arabia to the school. Click here for more info
They will have a tour of the school & meet some of the pupils. They will see CfE in the classroom and during outdoor learning.
We hope our visitors have a very informative afternoon and wish them a warm welcome.
Welcome to our work experience pupils from Woodfarm High School.
We hope you enjoy your week with us and find it a valuable experience.
Our Lochgoilhead reunion will take place on Thursday10th at 7pm. A multimedia presentation will be shown, sharing our experiences.
We look forward to seeing everyone.
What does a good like look like after school?
This parent engagement session allows you to think about your children leaving school and what the next steps are in the process.
The session for parents of 4th, 5th and 6th year pupils will take place on Tuesday 22nd September 2015, 6:00 – 8:30pm at Isobel Mair School.
Our guest speakers include;
Isobel Mair School and Social Work Team
Local Are Co0ordinator Team
Child Development Worker – SDS Forum
Transitions Co-ordinator
Guest Parent Speaker who has been through the transition process.
Click on the link for more information.
A reminder that the Parent Council AGM will take place tonight, Thursday 3rd September at 7pm.
We look forward to seeing you.
Our senior janitor, Robert Todd is going to be taking part in the Pedal for Scotland ride on Sunday 6th September, cycling 50 miles from Glasgow to Edinburgh.
He will be raising money for school funds and would like to invite all staff, parents and friends to sponsor him in any way you can.
Sponsor forms will be sent out via the class diaries.
Click on the link for more information.
Our parent Council AGM will take place on Thursday 3rd September at 7pm.
All welcome
Reminder that the ASD specific parents’ support group at Isobel Mair School takes place tonight 6-7pm.
The discussion will focus on ‘Living with Autism and the Importance of Understanding the Impact on Families’.
Click on the links to find out more about our speakers.
Linda Woodcock
Michael McCreadie
Click here to view our latest edition of school newsletter.
Many thanks to Kevin McCallion who donated two tickets for tomorrow nights Paulo Nutini concert.
We sold raffle tickets to staff and parents and raised £150 for school funds.
Congratulations to Michelle McManus a member of our Facilities Management team who won the tickets and is now looking forward to the concert tomorrow night.
Sensory Support Service have arranged for the new NDCS Listening Bus to visit East Renfrewshire.
The hugely popular National Deaf Children’s Society (NDCS) Listening Bus will be visiting Isobel Mair School on Thursday 17th September 2015 (10am-3pm)
Pupils from P2 – P6 at Isobel Mair School will be have access to the bus between 1:15 – 1:45
The NDCS purpose-built information roadshow features a wide range of information on childhood deafness. You can have a look at examples of the latest equipment designed to assist in communication and learning. Try out alarm clocks, flashing doorbells, amplified phones, listening aids and learn more about NDCS and the services we offer.
Our Head Girl, Sara & some of the senior pupils attended a meeting at the Education offices this morning to discuss the recent Lochgoilhead trip.
We showed a short DVD highlighting the event and the pupils answered some questions about their experience.
Thank You to Ronan and Rachel from St Ninian’s High school who also attended the meeting.
Are you interested in a FREE UK exhibition dedicated to children and young adults with disabilities and special needs, their families and the professionals who work with them.
Come along to the Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh EH28 8NB, Thursday17th September 9:30-4:30pm.
At the event there will over 100 exhibitors offering advice and information on funding, mobility, seating, beds, communication, access, education, toys, transport, style, sensory, sports and leisure and muchmore……
Running alongside the event are FREE seminars for parents and professionals. Topics include: Moving and Handling, Sleep Issues, Continence Issues, Direct Payments, Parental Experiences, Transition, Legal Advice and much more …
Click on the link to find out more information
Our volunteer Induction will take place Wednesday 26th August at 3:30pm in the MOD with Mr Crossan.
We look forward to welcoming all our new volunteers to school.
On Sunday 30 August, a few of our pupils will receive the sacrament of confirmation at St Peters Church, 2pm supported by SPRED — Special Religious Education in the Diocese.
Best wishes to Olivia T and Brogan on their special day.
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