OLM Handbook 2017

 How does it work?
You donate, we sell!  Proceeds from the sale of blazers and all other uniform items go towards the school funds.  Larger blazers are particularly helpful.
How do I donate?
Blazers / uniform should be handed into the school office by the end of the school day on Friday 2^nd June in good condition.
Blazers: please put a note in the top pocket of the blazer to confirm sex and approximate size.
Please also put each blazer in a separate bag.

What will things cost?
Most blazers sold for £10-£20 last year depending on condition. Clothing depended on quality and condition but was still a fraction of the usual cost – most items were £1 each. Some, if still in packets, will be sold for slightly more.  Leftover items will be kept for the next sale (if in v good condition) or donated for charity recycling. Thanks for your support!

What if I want to sell rather than donate?
If you would prefer to sell your blazer or other uniform items and keep the sale proceeds this can be done via the school’s PSA facebook page.
Contact olm-parentcouncil@hotmail.com  or 07954 582689 with queries. Our Lady of the Missions Parent Council

Primary 7 – Month of June
After a very busy and successful year, our Primary 7 children will finish with a busy month in June.
Below is a list of planned activities. Please complete the attached sheet and return to school.
Thursday 15^th June                   Day at the Movies
A day at the movies has been organised as a celebration for their final year at primary school. The children will come to school dressed as a character from a film or just be an extra (‘own clothes’).  There will be a charge of £3 to include lunch, popcorn and drinks.(money to be brought to school)
Monday 12^th June                     Leavers’ Mass  St. Joseph’s Church 7pm
This is our Primary 7 ‘Graduation’ celebration. It is always a very moving occasion, especially for those families for whom this will be their last contact with Our Lady of the Missions.  We would ask that children wear full school uniform, shirt and tie.  I look forward to welcoming family and friends.  Children will be presented with a bible, funded by our P.S.A.  All family and friends are welcome to join us. Please indicate number on return slip.
Monday 19^th June                     Leavers’ Ceilidh  6.45pm – 9.00pm       School Hall
The final celebration for our leavers is a ceilidh to be held in the school hall. The children will be piped into the hall and we ask all parents to come into the Mensa to form a Guard of Honour to welcome the children.  A finger buffet will be provided by the Parent Staff Association. At the end of the ceilidh, parents are invited to come into the hall where the children will sing their farewell songs!

The children of Primary 7 will come together in St. Joseph’s Church, Clarkston, at 7pm on Monday 12^th June, to celebrate their 7 years at Our Lady of the Missions before moving on to Secondary school. All families and friends are welcome.

Monday 19^th June is the Primary 7 Leavers’ Ceilidh in the school hall, 6.45pm for 7pm.  More information will follow for both occasions.

Sports Day  –  Wednesday 24th May
P1/2  –  9.30am   /  P3/4  –  11am     /     P5/6/7 – 1pm
Primary 1
Boys’ flat race
Girls’ flat race
Boys’ bat and bean bag race
Girls’ bat and bean bag race
Boys’ fun race
Girls’ fun race
Primary 2
Boys’ fun race
Girls’ fun race
Boys’ bat and bean bag race
Girls’ bat and bean bag race
Boys’ flat race
Girls’ flat race
Primary 3
Boys’ flat race
Girls’ flat race
Boys’ bat and bean bag race
Girls’ bat and bean bag race
Boys’ fun race
Girls’ fun race
Primary 4
Boys’ fun race
Girls’ fun race
Boys’ bat and bean bag race
Girls’ bat and bean bag race
Boys’ flat race
Girls’ flat race
Time permitting there will be a race for -Toddlers, Mums Dads
We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday 24th.
Children should come to school dressed in P.E. kit, ready for Sports Day. No football tops please. We would encourage children to wear house colours
If it rains heavily on Tuesday evening or Wednesday morning, Sports Day will be moved indoors and unfortunately there will be no room for spectators
Please check the school website/twitter from 8.30amonwards http://www.ea.e-renfrew.sch.uk/ourladymissions
There will be no tuck shop at the sports field however the PSA will provide ice-cream in school after the races
Children should bring their water bottle into school
Sun cream if required, should be applied at home
Adults – Please bring a folding seat if you require to sit
We ask that you kindly refrain from standing on or using the area of artificial grass which belongs to East Renfrewshire Cricket Club

Primary 5
Boys’ Obstacle
Girls’ Obstacle
Boys’ Flat Race
Girls’ Flat Race
Boys’ Egg and Spoon
Girls’ Egg and Spoon
Primary 6
Boys’ Egg and Spoon
Girls’ Egg and Spoon
Boys’ Flat Race
Girls’ Flat Race
Boys’ Obstacle
Girls’ Obstacle
Primary 7
Boys’ Obstacle
Girls’ Obstacle
Boys’ Flat Race
Girls’ Flat Race
Boys’ Egg and Spoon
Girls’ Egg and Spoon
Primary 6 Relay Race
Primary 7 Relay Race
Time permitting there will be a race for -Toddlers, Mums Dads
Please note that children will remain in school until home time and should be collected at normal time.

As you are aware,the summer fayre is fast approaching (Saturday 3rd June).  More information will be coming home via the PSA very soon.  As the Teddy Tombola stall requires a lot of preparation, I should be very grateful if any soft toys could be sent in to school a.s.a.p. and brought to the office to Mrs Wright

Many Thanks

Primary 7 children will be attending their St. Ninian’s induction day on Thursday 18^th May.
We shall leave the school at 9am and walk to St. Ninian’s, returning at 2.45pm.
P.E. kit should be worn to school / appropriate clothing – sun cream, waterproof –weather dependent
£2 to be brought for lunch – eg chicken burgers / hot dogs / sausage rolls / pizza, a snack and a drink – if there are dietary requirements pupils may bring a packed lunch

Sports Day  –  Wednesday 24th May

P1/2  –  9.30am
P3/4  –  11am
P5/6/7 – 1pm

Booklet to follow

At Our Lady of the Missions we are always promoting healthy eating, exercise and general well-being for all our children and their families. Over the course of Health Week children will be taking part in a variety of different activities indoors and outdoors, so must be dressed with appropriate clothing. Children can therefore come to school dressed in the school PE kits every day.
We will also be focusing on the importance of a healthy diet, and we will be encouraging children to have a healthy snack and make healthy choices at lunch.

Parent HIIT Class
On Thursday 11^th May, Wendy Macleod is holding a parent’s circuit class in the main gym hall from 3:20-3:45pm. The class will focus on high intensity interval training (HIIT). It is for all levels and everyone is welcome! If you would like to take part, please fill in a ‘par q’ form at the main office before 3^rd May.

2017 Training Ensembles DE

Link to information leaflet

Facilities Management and Communications have recently put together a short video of a day in the life of school meals within primary. The aim is to ensure parents and carers are aware of how the school meals service works and how they can ensure their child can access the service on a daily basis. Click on link below to view the video.

https://youtu.be/Cpv878PSs7Q