Weekly Information – 25th October 2024

Upcoming dates:

Tuesday 29th October

P1-7 parents invited into school to join in with some literacy and numeracy learning with their child – 2-3pm

 

Thursday 31st October

All children invited to come to school in costume.

Pumpkin Competition – bring a decorated pumpkin to school and a £1 contribution to school funds

 

Friday 15th November

Inset Day 3 – School Closed to pupils for staff development

 

Wednesday 11th December

Whole School (Nursery and P1-7) going to St Andrews Byre Theatre Panto – Beauty and the Beast

The bus will leave at 9am and return in time for a late lunch. You will need to order a cold school lunch in advance or send your child with a packed lunch. All P1-7  children should take a water bottle and snack for the interval. Nursery staff will take water and a snack for their children.

We are asking for a donation of £10 per child towards the cost of the trip. Please pay for your child when you are able by using the ipayimpact fund called ‘Byre Panto’ – the fund will stay open until the date of the performance.

 

P7 Transition Information

Click here for a reminder of the up coming open evenings

 

P7 children have brought this poster home but I sharing it again here just in case it hasn’t made it out of the schoolbag:

Poster Youth ambassadors Poster Nov 25th

 

Halloween Safety Information

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horror-games

 

Bonfire Night Safety Information

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SFRS-Bonfires-v3.6

 

Poetry Competition

Click here for details

Newport-on-News in conjunction with The Newport Podcast and The Rio are looking for entries to our Newport Poetry Competition and we wondered if the children at school would like to take part.  I have attached a poster for your information. It can be in any form, long or short, a sonnet or a limerick.  If we get more than 20 entries, we will publish them in a special book.  We will also read them out on the podcast (or you can read your own) and have a special evening at The Rio where we can read them out.

All ages and prizes will be given out.

It just has to have a connection to Newport or Wormit

All entries to newportontaytv@gmail.com or hand into The Rio.

If you would like any further information, please contact Simon at newportontaytv@gmail.com

 

Message from Active Schools

Calling all local dancers! Starting this Thursday 31st, Halloween Day, from 16:00 – 17:00, we’re offering a FREE 4-week dance class for kids! They’ll explore a variety of dance styles including Lyrical, Highland, Ballet, and Hip-Hop!
📅 Every Thursday (October 31st – November 28th)  | 15:45 – 16:45
📍 Hosted by the University Dance Club at Saints Sports
💃 Open to all skill levels!
Bookings can be made via telephone on 01334 462190 or emailing the reception team at Sportsreception@st-andrews.ac.uk
The University Dance Club can’t wait to see them shine on the dance floor! Limited spaces available – Sign up now!

 

Lego Club at the Library

 

The Decider Skills – Parents and Carers Workshop

This workshop is for parents and carers of children and young people aged 8 years and over. The aim of this workshop is to learn fun filled strategies, based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy skills to support your child or young person’s mental health and emotional wellbeing.

Sign up here: https://forms.office.com/e/2ib1FySHgf

 

 

Fife Council Funded Course

Digital and numeracy skills are part of almost every task nowadays, but it can be hard to keep up with constant changes. Whether you’re new to using digital skills at work or feel you’re due a digital update in general, join our friendly tutor, Gail, and learn at a pace that’s right for you! Earn a digital badge to add to your CV, and develop the ICT and number confidence you need to start a new role with confidence.
Together, we’ll cover:
  • Introduction to Microsoft 365, including:
    • PowerPoint
    • Excel (spreadsheets)
    • Word
  • AI for work
  • Maths anxiety
  • Digital numeracy skills
Places are free (but limited) to anyone who is:
  • Age 19+
  • Lives, works or volunteers in Fife
  • Does NOT have a Nat 5 maths or equivalent (Intermediate 2 pass; Standard grade Credit, grade 1 or 2; O’Level grade C+)
FAQs
Q: How often are the sessions? 
A: Sessions with your tutor, Gail, run via Zoom every Wednesday from 6th Nov – 11th Dec from 10 am – 12 noon
Q: How many sessions are there?:
A: Six 2-hour sessions on Zoom
Q: What do I need to take part?
A: The WEA provides every learner with a free MS 365 account for one year from the start of their course. You’ll need internet access as well as a device. It’s ideal to have a laptop, PC or tablet, but you can also take part using a smart phone (Android or Apple).
Q: I can’t remember what my highest maths qualification was – what should I do?
A: Please get in touch with Bex (details below)
Q: Is there an exam?
A: No. However, if you wish to earn a digital badge, you will be invited to complete quizzes and tasks on Canvas, our virtual learning environment, where you will find all your course materials.
Q: Where are the sessions delivered?
A: WEA tutor Gail Boslem delivers weekly Zoom sessions every Wednesday, 10 am – 12 noon from 6th Nov – 11th Dec. You will also be invited to join our free virtual learning environment, Canvas, where you will find all your course materials.
Q: I’ve never learned online before and I’m worried about my digital skills. Is this course suitable for me?
A: Yes. This course is designed specifically for those who are either new to Microsoft 365 or who have been away from work for a while and need a digital skills update. There is help to get started – just let us know what you need.
If you have any other questions, please get in touch with Bex: B.walker@wea.ac.uk or text/call 07901100298