Please note that the wrong date was on the form. Please change to 31.10.2016 to 4.11.2016

Cycle to Work Day – 14th September 2016

Collection for Syrian Refugees on the Greek Island of Samos. Looking for toiletries: Nappies (Size 3 upwards), baby wipes, nappy cream, soap bars, baby shampoo, talcum powder, hair combs, hand sanitiser, sun cream (SPF 30+), tissues, body lotion, face cloths and towels. Clothes/shoes for: children, teenagers, men and women.
Men’s clothes are required urgently (S/M). As most of the refugees are Muslim, the clothing required for woman needs to be modest. Clothes need to be in good condition; no stains or rips. Baby strollers are also required. Please bring donated items to the hall before/after Masses on the following dates 10th-11th and 17th-18th September. For further info please contact Fiona Hamilton 07834531632.

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Giffnock Community Sports Hub Come and Try Open Day 2016

Dyslexia Scotland Open Meeting 12 September 2016

Tuesday 20^th September 2016                        6.00pm – 7pm
Our visit to Lockerbie Manor is drawing nearer and the children are becoming more excited by the day.
We shall have our final meeting for parents on Tuesday 20^th September in the school hall to give you additional information regarding the trip, to elevate any concerns and answer any questions you may still have.
Initially, the balance for Lockerbie had to be paid by the end of August but Lockerbie Manor t has agreed to allow us to extend the payment until Thursday 9^th  September.  On the evening you will be provided with a kit list, medical form and code of conduct. It would be greatly appreciated if you could complete the medical form on the evening.
We ask that if possible, only parents attend the meeting as we would like the children to arrive at Lockerbie Manor with the excitement of ‘not knowing’ too much about the adventure ahead.
Tea and coffee will be served in the mensa from 5.45pm.

 Monday 2nd October – Friday 6th October 2017 Inclusive
Primary 7’s pupils have been going to Lockerbie Manor Residential Centre for the past couple of years and it has to be said it is the highlight of the year. We have managed to secure a week in 2017 for our present Primary 6 from Monday 2^nd October – Friday 6^th October 2017.
There will be an initial short meeting for parents on Tuesday 6^th September 2016 in the school hall at 6pm, where we shall give an outline of the trip.
We value our annual residential trip as an integral part of our Primary 7 Personal, Social Development programme, as our children prepare for the transition from Primary to Secondary School.
More information on the activities offered can be found on the company website: www.manoradventure.com
The cost for the visit is £280 to include transport, accommodation, activities and all meals.
A deposit of £50 per child is required to secure the booking. This has to be paid by Friday 30^th September 2016. This can be paid online via the school website or by cash or cheque made payable to East Renfrewshire Council.
Payments can continue to be made online at any time or alternatively, in school on a monthly basis, on the last Friday of the month, from October 2016 – June 2017. The balance must be paid by the end of June 2017.

Safety in the Park                 Wednesday 31^st August

 Sky Academy                        P7a Friday 2^nd September,
P7b Thursday 8^th September
P7c Friday 9^th September,
P7d, Thursday 15^th September

Lockerbie Manor Meeting       Tuesday 20^th September           

 Diocesan Mass                        Thursday 6^th October     
Welcome back to a new school year. This will be a busy year for our primary 7 pupils and already there are a number of exciting school trips planned.
Safety in the Park
On Wednesday 31^st August, we shall take part in “Safety in the Park” in and around the grounds of Arthurlie House, Barrhead. This is a very worthwhile, half day event where the children will join in small group activities to highlight issues in areas such as traffic, fire, and internet safety
P7a and P7b 9am – 12 pm
P7c and P7d, 12pm – 3.00pm.
(P7c/d will require to bring a packed lunch).
The cost of the trip is £2, to cover transport. Suitable outdoor jacket for the weather conditions of the day is required as many of the activities are outside.

Sky Academy Skills Studios
Primary 7 pupils will have a great experience when they visit Sky Academy in Livingston to go behind the scenes on an exclusive tour of Sky Studios and get the chance to work with all the latest technology to make their own TV report. Each class will  cover a different topic:  All attached documentation for Sky Studio must be completed and returned prior to the trip.
7a – Mobile Generation 2^nd September
7b – Access to an Education 8^th September
7c –Stand Up and Be Counted 9^th September
7d – Pedal Power 15^th September
The children will leave the school and travel by coach to Livingston at 8.00am sharp.
 Cost of transport is £6. Packed lunch required.
Lockerbie Manor
The children are already very excited about the forthcoming trip to Lockerbie Manor. There will be a meeting for parents on Tuesday 20^th September from 6pm – 7pm, where final details will be discussed and any questions answered.  There is no need for pupils to attend.
Diocesan Mass
Primary 7 will attend the Diocesan Mass in St. Mirin’s Cathedral on Thursday 6^th October to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation in Easter tide and also continue to develop the Pope Francis Award. They will leave school at 10am and return at 1pm. Packed lunch required.

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