You are invited to attend a regional Rett UK awareness day
on Saturday 23rd April at Hazelwood School.
Click here for programme of events
Please click on the link for more information and booking form.
Head Boy and Head Girl Presentation
Good luck to Alex and Sara who are attending the Head Boy and Head Girl presentation this morning at Eastwood House with Head Teacher, Sarah Clark.
Photos to follow.
Glasgow CM Road show
Glasgow Communication Matters Road show, will take place on Tuesday 10th May at CALL Scotland, Edinburgh.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Amy, one of our S4 students on her recent achievement.
We are all so proud of you.
Lochgoilhead Information Evening
Lochgoilhead Information evening will take place, Wednesday 20th April 7- 8:30pm.
We look forward to seeing you.
Culzean – First Makaton Friendly Castle
Culzean – First Makaton Friendly Castle
Culzean Castle and Country Park is one of the most visited heritage attractions in Scotland.
It’s located in South Ayrshire and is cared for by the National Trust for Scotland.
Staff from the Heritage centre wanted to ensure that the heritage site is inclusive towards its visitors.
Learning about Makaton and how people use it seemed like
a perfect way to develop our approach towards welcoming visitors. Some of the staff have attended Makaton beginners workshops to help support this initiative and support young people with communication difficulties.
Staff are currently working on developing singing and
signing sessions and storytelling using Makaton.
Click here for a short video
Autism awareness days have also been introduced and more are planned for the future. Check out the site for more information.
Wheelchair Extravaganza 2016
The Wheelchair Sports Extravaganza is about providing a range of opportunities for people who use a wheelchair for sport to try new and exciting sports and learn more about the pathways that are available throughout the country. Furthermore, the event will highlight the opportunities for people with disabilities to achieve at the highest level and hopefully inspire them to become our stars of the future.
Click here for more information on this free event.
Please note that booking is essential.
Venue: Gannochy Centre, Stirling University, FK9 4LA
Date: Sunday 12th June 2016
Time: 09.30 – 15.00
Cost: Free
If you would like further information or would like to book a place telephone
0131 317 1130. Alternatively email kate.shaw@scottishdisabilitysport.com.
East Renfrewshire ASN Parent Action Group
ERA, East Renfrewshire ASN Parent Action Group. Find them on Facebook or on Twitter – @group_era for services & resources to help out your family.
Helping Families with additional support needs to be more included in the local community by providing opportunities for all.
Click here for more information on the support group and
the Teenies and Junior group.
Teenies and Junior Groups start on Wednesday 20th and Thursday 21st April at 1st Barrhead Scout Group hall, Arthurlie Street Barrhead. G78 1BD
everyBODY can fly………
Class Arran had to wait for their turn to bust some moves on
the aerial ropes.
Once they had a safety talk and demonstration from Rachel, they were all ready to go! Christopher was tracking Rachel during the demonstration, desperate for his turn.
Rob and Peter were the first to get harnessed up whilst the others watched.
Roll on tomorrow when they can have another turn and learn to make some spontaneous movements and have opportunities to communicate to their partner during start and stop activities.
Flying high………
Class Cumbrae were the first to experience the Aerial experience this morning with the “EveryBODY Dancin” company and Water Baby and Dancing Feet dance companies.
After the initial introduction of the staff and demonstration, it was all systems go….. Millie was so excited she was shouting out “Let’s get started”
It was lovely to see the pupils communicate for more, and using their feet to make movements. Alexander was pushing his hand against Rachel (@everyBODYdancin) to make his cocoon move.
I’m sure as the week progresses we will see the pupils much
more relaxed and making attempts to manoeuvre themselves
and create some moves with collaboration with their partners.
Summer Camp
Please find attached, information and application form for the Scottish Disability Sport Summer Camp 2016.
Summer Camp takes place from 27th-29th July 2016, at Badaguish Outdoor Centre, Aviemore, and is for young people with physical and/or sensory impairments aged 10-18 years.
Click here for more information
Click here for application form
Aerial Experiences at IMS
Everything is all set for the Aerial experiences with Everybody Dance an Inclusive community and aerial dance company born from Blue Eyed Soul Dance.
Staff, including our dance specialist from Waterbaby Dance and Dirty Feet dance companies having some training and then the pupils are all set to fly…….. Exciting week ahead at IMS.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Emily for her recent certificate of achievement.
Emily has completed level 1 instruction on snow boarding at the Glasgow Ski and Snowboard school.
Saltire Award
Congratulations to Olivia, Sophie, Jamie and Alex for their time spent volunteering at Woodfarm High School during their lunchtimes.
They were presented with their Saltire Awards at the assembly this afternoon for their achievements.
Harris and Orkney Assembly
Thank you to classes Orkney and Harris for organising our fun 80s themed assembly this afternoon.
Class Harris made a video story about Spring and Zain introduced it using his Proloquo2go app.
Class Orkney led a yoga session and then everyone joined in with some keep fit with Mr Holmes.
Happy Holidays everyone.
Newsletter
Barclays Digital Eagles
Thank You to the staff from Barclays Digital Eagles who have been working the pupils from classes Orkney and Shetland to learn to code in a fun and engaging way.
Non Uniform day
Classes Orkney and Harris have a special request from everyone before we break up for the Easter holidays.
They would like all staff an pupils to dress in their flashest 80’s sports gear, including headbands, leg warmers, leggings, trainers, tutus etc. No uniform required tomorrow .
They have a special surprise for everyone during their class assembly tomorrow afternoon.
Parent Workshops: Supporting the Social Communication Needs of Your Child
Parent Workshops: Supporting
the Social Communication Needs of Your Child
The Educational Psychology Service team, in partnership
with Carlibar Communication Centre, are running workshops
for parents of children with social communication needs.
Dates: 12, 19, 26 May and 2 June 2016
Time: 7.00 pm – 8.30 pm
Location St. Luke’s High School, Barrhead
Click here for more information.
Well Done
We are all so proud of Rachel Stoll.
She has successfully lost 1stone 1lb in 8 weeks.
Well done Rachel.
