Kirkcaldy High School

Respect for Self, Others, and Learning

94. Blue Bulletin – Friday 26.01.24

FRIDAY 26 JANUARY

Hot Meal: Soup of the day, Breaded fish or Salmon fish fingers and chips or Vegetable stir fry with noodles.

S1 Football (Mr Pennel)
All players who would like to be selected for an upcoming match, please attend a meeting today at break in the boys’ gym.

S4 Football (Mr Pennel)
All players who are playing in the Fife Cup Semi Final on Monday please attend a meeting at break in the girls’ gym.

Senior Netball Tournament (Miss Kirkwood)
Could all of those interested in playing in the upcoming Fife Senior Netball Tournament please attend a meeting on Friday at break time in the boys’ gym. If you cannot attend but would like to play please let me know.

Paris Trip (Mrs Morris/Miss Coggill)
All pupils who are going on the Paris trip should be aware there is a parent/guardian meeting on Thursday 1 February from 17:00-18:00pm in the Assembly Hall. If anyone’s parents/guardians are unable to go, please make myself or Mrs Morris aware.

Engineering the Future for Girls 2024 (Dr Black)
Strathclyde University are running an engineering programme for S3 girls at the University 27-30 May, to promote Engineering as a career path for girls. If you are interested in applying, scan the QR code below. The deadline for applications is Monday 5 February. If you need help with you application come along to A6.

S4 National 5 PE (Mrs Steedman)
All pupils doing National 5 PE this year can you please check the S4 Core board to see the Special Performance lists and make sure your name is on the correct list and you know the date and periods you are required to be down in the PE department. If there are any issues speak to your PE teacher asap!

S1 First Chances (Mr Geissler)
Could anyone involved in S1 First Chances that has not collected a permission slip for next weeks trip please come and see Mr Geissler (B2) ASAP.

S3 Netball (Mrs Little)
S3 netballers can you please come and collect a permission slip for the tournament by the end of the week.

“As You Like It” (Ms Bruce)
Following our SOLD OUT performance at the Byre theatre, the cast are going to perform our 30 minute version of “As You Like it” in school on Tuesday 30 January. There will be two performances at 4.15pm and 5.15pm. Tickets are available from Ms Bruce in the Drama Dept and there is a suggested donation of £1. We look forward to seeing you there.

S5/6 Parents’/Carers’ Evening In School on Wednesday 31 January – PEBS (Mrs Noone)
The parent/carer on-line booking system is open. Booking closes at 11:55pm on Monday 29 January.

S6 Yearbooks (Miss Lipton)
Reminder that full payment for the S6 Yearbook should be made before Friday 1 March. These are £20 each… please pay via iPayimpact or at the Office.

Sutton Trust (Mrs Davidson)
Apply now for Sutton Trust Summer School.

Police Scotland Youth Volunteers – Levenmouth (Mr McKay)
Police Scotland Youth Volunteers Levenmouth are now recruiting. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to build their confidence, make friends and volunteer in the local community. We are looking for young people between 13 and 15 to apply. We meet every Monday evening at Levenmouth Academy, 6pm – 8pm. For more info please visit – Home | psyv. Enquiries and completed application forms to be sent to – PC Cartwright Richard.Cartwright@scotland.police.uk Please click this link for the application form. PSYV Application

KHS Curriculum and School day change proposal – Young People Summary (Mr McKay)
Change of School day:

Summary of changes for year groups
All – Removal of Tutor time

S1
Maths and English changing to 4 periods from 5 periods
A Period of Literacy and Numeracy added
A Period of Rights added
A Period of Music removed
A Period of DET removed

S2
Maths and English changing to 4 periods from 5 periods
A Period of DET removed
A Period of Classics added

S3
Change from – S3 2023/24 – Mat/Eng 5 periods, 4 periods x 5 subjects, 2 x Enrichment, 1PSE,2PE
To – S3/4 2024/25 Proposed – 7 subjects x 4 periods, 2 PE, 1 RME, 1 PSE, 1 Wider Achievement

S4
Change from – S4 2023/24 – Mat/Eng 5 periods, 4 periods x 5 subjects, 2 PE, 1PSE, 1RME, 1 STUDY
To – S3/4 2024/25 Proposed – 7 subjects x 4 periods, 2 PE, 1 RME, 1 PSE, 1 Wider Achievement

S5/6
Change from – S5/6 2023/24 – 7 periods x 5 subjects
Change to – S5/6 2024/25 Proposed – 5 subjects x 6 periods, 1 RME, 1 PSE, 1 Study Support

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TODAYS STANDING NOTICE

Brass Lessons (Mr Letham)
Lessons are on today in the Music department.

Woodwind Lessons (Ms Kelso)
Lessons are on today in the Music department.

Wind Band (Mrs Duckett)
Wind band will run today at lunchtime in the Music department.

Have Lunch with a Hero! (Classics Film Club)
A resurrected mummy and The Rock are trying to take over the world. Can the O’Connell’s stop their evil plans? Probably – but it’s still a fun watch. All are welcome to classics film club. Bring your lunch with you to C11. See me for a pass in advance.

KHS Radio Show on K107FM (Dr Murray)
We present a weekly show on Kirkcaldy’s radio station, K107FM every Saturday morning. You could be involved, even if you’re never available on a Saturday! We meet every Friday in A4 (Dr Murray’s room in Science) to plan the show. Come along and bring your lunch! See Dr M for a lunch/building pass.

KHS D&D (Dungeons and Dragons) Group (Dr Murray/Miss Collins)
The KHS D&D Group meets in D2 (Home Ec) every Friday after school. Take part in exciting adventures and storytelling. It’s all up to the fate of the dice!

MONDAY 29 JANUARY

Hot Meal: Soup of the day, Macaroni cheese with garlic bread or Chicken fried rice with curry sauce.

Percussion Lessons (Mr Christie)
Lessons are on today in the Music department.

Chess Club (Dr Black)
Chess club runs Monday lunchtimes in A6, 1:10-1:40pm. Beginners to Grand masters welcome. Collect a lunchtime pass from Dr Black if you would like to come along.

Anime and Manga Club (Miss Kelsey)
Anybody interesting in watching, drawing, and/or reading anime and manga, can now attend the anime and manga club every Monday lunchtime in B29.

Basketball & Badminton Club (Mr Harrower)
Basketball and Badminton clubs will start on Monday afterschool in the games hall from 3:15-4:15pm. All pupils in S1-S6 welcome.

S6 Yearbook (Miss Lipton)
The Yearbook Committee will meet Monday’s after school in D9 from 3:15pm.

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