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Health and Wellbeing, Pupils

Rouken Glen Park

Activities taking place in Rouken Glen Park this Saturday 11 June 2016:

Archaeology Scotland Geophysical Survey Saturday 11 June, 10 am – 4 pm

  • Meet at the Pavilion Visitor Centre, Rouken Glen Park.
  • The final archaeology survey in the park.
  • Using geophysical surveying equipment to locate and delineate the former park mansion of Thornliebank House and the bandstands.
  • The survey will be in conjunction with Edinburgh Archaeological Field Society.
  • Booking preferred but you can turn up on the day.
  • See attachment for further information.
  • To book contact p.richardson@archaeologyscotland.org.uk

 

  • Big Fit Walk Saturday 11 June, 2 – 3 pm
  • Meet at the Pavilion Visitor Centre, Rouken Glen Park.
  • The 13th year of this health Walk to encourage all to enjoy fitness.
  • A half hour walk in the Glen – open to young and old alike.
  • Booking preferred but you can turn up on the day.
  • Refreshments will be available to those who have pre-booked.
  • See attachment for further information.

 

To book contact the Activities Staff on 0141-638 4121 / 0141-577 3912 or email: roukenglenpark@eastrenfrewshire.gov.co.uk

Liz Rodger

East Renfrewshire Council

Thornliebank Office

Glasgow   G46 8HR

Environment Department

Activity Project Officer – Rouken Glen Park

 

Regards.

I would also remind you that Armed Forces Day takes place in Rouken Glen Park on Saturday 18 June 2016, 12 noon to 5 pm.

 

Health and Wellbeing, Latest News, Pupils

National Children’s Day UK

Sunday 15th May

National Children’s Day UK is all about the importance of a healthy childhood and how we need to protect the rights and freedoms of children in order to ensure that they can grow into happy, healthy adults.

www.eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk/barrheadfoundry

East Renfrewshire Culture and Leisure are marking national children’s day by hosting a showcase of local classes, activities and services for children in Barrhead Foundry. The day will feature free sample classes from Relax Kids, Baby sensory, Cheer Pom and Showcase stage school. Local author Lindsay Littleson will be visiting to read from her book The mixed up Summer of Lilly Mclean as well as a free book bug session for wee ones. The day will host Pedalwise ER a local initiative to encourage cycling to school and children are encouraged to bring along their bikes for a free safety check. Additionally we will have face painting bouncy castle and swimming for families ALL for free.

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Neilston Cattle Show 2016

Neilston Show: Saturday 7th May   Order of Events 2016

8.00 Sheep Dog – Continuing throughout the day
8.45 Hunter Class (Horse Ring 1&2)
9.00 Educational Dome Opens
Mountain & Moorland Ponies (Horse Ring 4)
9.30 Unaffiliated Working Hunter Pony & Horse (Horse Ring 1)
Gun Dog Scurry (Continuing throughout the day) (Next to Tree Line)
10.00 Judging of all Sheep Classes (Sheep Rings)
Judging begins of Dairy, Highland & Simmental Cattle (Main Ring)
Open Tug O War Competition (Tug O War Ring)
Shetland Ponies (Horse Ring 3)
Neilston Pad Run
10.00 Judging of Homecraft Section – Tent Closed 10am until noon (Homecraft Marquee)
10.30 Judging begins of Other Beef Cattle (Main Ring)
Judging of Clydesdale Horses (Clydesdale Ring)
11.00 Tam Parker Memorial Terrier Competition (Top of Show Field)
Pet Show The Dome
11.30 Dog Show (Dog Ring)
‘Come & Try’ Dog Agility (Activity Ring)
12.00 Pet Lambs (The Dome)
Homecraft  Tent Open to Public (Homecraft Marquee)
12.30 Champion of Champions (Main Ring)
12.45 Equine Champion of Champions (Horse Ring 2)
1.00 Family Ponies (Horse Ring 4)
1.15 Parade Through Village led by Neilston Pipe Band
Dance Classes & Fancy Dress Competition (Main ring)
1.30 Veteran & Coloured Horses/Ponies (Horse Ring 2)
2.00 Junior/Senior Unaffiliated Show Jump (Horse Ring 1)
2.00 GRAND PARADE &
PRESENTATION OF TROPHIES (Main Ring)
2.45 Pig Racing (Main Ring)
3.15 School Event – Tug O War, Relay Races (Main Ring)
4.00 Vintage Tractor Display (Main Ring)
4.00 Grand Prize Draw (Secretaries Office)
4.00 Dome Closes at 4.00pm

 

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Fairtrade, Latest News, Pupils

Fair trade

The Fair trade Committee have been busy continuing to promote  Fair trade throughout the school.  We organised a raffle with a wonderful prize donated by Sainsburys. This was won by Amy in P3a.

We also had a whole school competition to design a Fair trade Fantasy Fruit. The winners were P1- Charlotte

P2 and P3 – Sophie

P4 and P5 – Kiara

P6 and P7 – Kieran

All four children were delighted with their prize of a Fair trade Easter Egg.

Primary 4B and the Fair trade committee also ran a very successful pancake shop which raised over £130. The Fair trade committee used the money raised to pay for the Fair trade Speaker, who came in to speak to the whole school about Fair trade.

Amber, Luisa and Reagan went to a Fair trade workshop organised by the Scottish Fair trade Forum. The workshop focused on the Fair trade Cotton and they heard from Pamela, a woman who works in a cotton factory and has directly benefited from Fair trade cotton sales.

Achievement, Pupils

Pupil Achievements- Online Survey

Gaining recognition for the wide range of achievements can increase pupil confidence, raise their aspirations, improve motivation for learning and keep them engaged in education. It is important that we recognise and celebrate achievements in all contexts for learning, through:

  • the ethos and life of the school as a community
  • curriculum areas and subjects
  • interdisciplinary learning
  • opportunities for personal achievement.

To help us gather this information on pupils’ personal achievements, I would ask you to follow the link below and provide the information required:

St. Mark’s Pupil Achievements

This link will remain live throughout session 2016. You can add achievements as often as required by entering your child’s name, class and details of their achievement.

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Monday 25th January

On Monday 25th January at 1.45pm St Mark’s will be celebrating the birthday of our national hero, Robert Burns. On this day, school uniform should be worn however pupils are invited to wear something tartan eg. kilt, tie, scarf etc.

Classes will be performing a selection of Scottish poems for your entertainment and light refreshments will be provided. So come share a wee dram of our other national drink and enjoy our wee shindig.

And in the words of the great man himself – “Dare to be honest and fear no labour”.

Regards

Natalie Fitzsimmons

Acting Head Teacher

Health and Wellbeing, Latest News, Pupils

Lockerbie Trip -Reminders

P7 Lockerbie Trip

Monday 30th November-Friday 4th December

We hope all the P7 pupils, parent and carers are excited about our imminent trip to Lockerbie! The children will have a fantastic time meeting new friends, building relationships and learning lots of new skills.

Here are a few reminders, and answers to some questions raised over the course of this week:

  • Can we please ask parent/carers bring the children into school with their luggage on Monday at 9:10am. You should enter the building via the gym hall entrance.
  • Parents should bring along any medication their child will require during the trip. You will be asked to label and check you have filled out any medical permissions. If you believe your child may require Calpol or Paracetamol during the week,you must fill in a medical permission when you drop  off your child at 9:10am.
  • Pupils can bring a hairdryer with them. If they are sharing a room with a friend, maybe they could discuss and agree on sharing hairdryers one between two. Straighteners should not be brought to Lockerbie.
  • Children can bring their own snacks. No fizzy drinks though. A tuck shop will be available each evening and £10 will be issued by the school to buy items over the course of the week.
  • No mobile phones. You can still keep in touch with how your child is getting on via the school twitter. Photos will be posted daily.
  • Remember to bring a black bag for dirty clothing.
  • Miss Flaherty will be in daily contact with the school. If there are any issues Miss Flaherty or the school will call you.
  • Children can bring denims to wear at the disco but should not wear them during the day activities.
  • Children do not need a lunch box. We are not participating in any activities that require one.
  • Girls can bring make-up. This can be worn to the disco.
  • You can come and wave the children off on Monday at 1:00pm if you are free to do so.
  • Please help your child practice rolling up and putting their sleeping bag in its bag. This will save a lot of time during the trip.
  • Please take the time to remind your child of the standard we expect from them during the trip. They are representing St Mark’s and we expect great manners, excellent listening skills and kindness throughout the week.

Only three sleeps to go!