TUESDAY 31 MARCH
Hot Meal: Soup of the day, Cheeseburger in a Bun served with Chips or Veggie Cheeseburger in a Bun with Chips. Chicken Fries at breaktime.
SQA Exam Countdown (S4/5/6)
Every day is a chance to improve – only 3 school days to go.
Revision tip of the day:
Ask questions while teachers are still right in front of you
S6 Leavers School Lockers (Mrs Ross)
Can all Pupils please remember to hand in all your Locker Keys before leaving to ensure you receive your £10 deposit back.
Lunchtime Karate (Active School’s)
JKS Karate Club will be delivering x3 weeks of Karate sessions on Tuesday lunchtimes in the Boys Gym. If you’d like to sign up, please scan the QR code outside the Active Schools Base, next to C3. Sessions will run on Tuesday 17th, 24th & 31st of March. All welcome!
S5/6 London Trip (Mr Sanderson)
There will be a meeting at lunch on Wednesday 1st April for those attending the London Trip in June. Please come to B9 at 1:20pm. Attendance is essential as it is the last meeting before study leave. Any issues please see Mr Sanderson ASAP.
S1-S2 Raytheon Quadcopter Challenge (Miss Barclay)
Following last year’s HUGE success, we have been invited to take part in Raytheon’s annual quadcopter challenge again. We also have the added bonus of having three award-winning S3s on-hand to help us out this year!
Stage 1: Conceptualise – design creative changes and present to judges via presentation / video
Stage 2: Build and fly – qualifying teams start to make their designs a reality
Stage 3: Regional final – teams go head-to-head against other nearby teams
Stage 4: National final – compete to be the Quadcopter Challenge winner
Please register your interest with Miss Barclay in B4 – attend a lunchtime meeting on Thursday 2nd April.
A look at last year’s final in London (can you spot the three KHS students throughout the video?)
Dress Down Day (Dr. Murray)
Our Dress Down Day on Thursday 2nd April will be in aid of Comic Relief. This is a charity that supports people experiencing poverty in the UK, and across the world. The usual rules apply. Keep it school-appropriate, and no football colours. Red would be suitable for this charity! Pay £1 in your first class.🔴
Easter Raffle (Mrs Foster)
SLD 1 will be selling Lucky Tickets for an Easter Egg Raffle. These will be on sale at break time, from outside the PSO base. They are 50p each.
Culture Month (Mrs Gibb)
This month’s Country of the Month is… Japan!
When you see each other, rather than saying hello, let’s use the Japanese word for hello instead:
こんにちは
Kon’nichiwa
Did you know: Japanese people celebrate the start of Spring with a bean-throwing ritual. This is said to ward away evil spirits and welcome good fortune.
Word of the Week (Mrs MacKenzie)
Frugal
Definition: Someone described as frugal is careful about spending money or using things unnecessarily. Frugal can also describe something that is simple and plain in a way that reflects such carefulness with money and resources.
Example: By being frugal and limiting unnecessary purchases, the family is able to stretch its monthly budget.
Rights of the Fortnight (Mrs Young)
Article 17: Access to Information
Fact: You have the right to get information from the media, your family, school and the Government. You also have the right to privacy.
TODAY’S STANDING NOTICES
S2 Code Club (Mr Turnbull)
Calling all likeminded S2 with an interest in coding. Meet in D6 every Tue. Bring your lunch. See Mr Turnbull in D6 for a pass.
Classics Film Club (Mrs Brown)
The Mummy Returns:
Brilliant, if daft, movie about an evil resurrected Mummy wreaking havoc.
All S1-S6 pupils are welcome to come and watch Then Mummy Returns. Bring your lunch asap to C11. See me in advance for a pass.
LGBT+ Group (Dr. Murray) 🏳️🌈
🌈✨ The legendary Kirkcaldy High LGBT+ Group is happening TODAY at lunchtime! ✨🌈 Whether you’re Lesbian, gay, Bisexual, or Transgender, questioning, or a proud ally, this is the group for YOU. Come along, meet great people, and be part of our supportive, friendly community.
📍 Where? Dr Murray’s classroom (A4)
💜 Who’s welcome? Absolutely everyone!
Crochet Club (Mrs Christie)
Crochet Club will run in B17 on Tuesday lunchtimes. All experiences welcome.
Biology Study Support (Mrs Geddes)
Study support for Biology will be available in the Science Department every Tuesday lunchtime in A17.
S1/2 Maths Homework/Study Club (Mrs McMahon)
All S1 and 2 pupils are invited to come and get help on Tuesday lunchtimes. Bring your lunch and get some help and extra practice with the things you find tricky.
Futsal Club (Active School’s)
Come along to the Games Hall at lunchtime (on Tuesday’s) to join in on some Futsal.
WEDNESDAY 01 APRIL
Hot Meal: Soup of the day, Italian Tomato Sauce & Pasta served with Garlic Bread or Italian Chicken Meatballs & Pasta with Garlic Bread. Chicken Fries at breaktime.
TODAY’S STANDING NOTICES
KHS Radio Show on K107FM (Dr Murray) 📻
We present a weekly show on Kirkcaldy’s radio station, K107FM every Wednesday. You could be involved. We meet every Wednesday 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.
S2 Code Club (Mr Turnbull)
Calling all likeminded S2 with an interest in coding. Meet in D6 every Wed. Bring your lunch. See Mr Turnbull in D6 for a pass.
The Treblemakers Choir (Mr Wilkie)
Do you love singing? Do you love performing? Warmup your vocal cords as ‘The Treblemakers Choir’ is just for you. Come and join Mrs Simpson and Mr Wilkie in the Music department on Wednesday’s afterschool in room E13. We are asking you to join The Treblemakers if you have interest in joining future school shows. All are welcome.
Chess Club (Mr Morrice)
Chess club runs Wednesday lunchtimes in A9, 1:10-1:40pm. Beginners to Grand master’s welcome. Collect a lunchtime pass from Dr Black or Mr Morrice if you would like to come along.
Anime & Manga Club (Mrs Kelsey)
The Anime and Manga club runs every Wednesday lunchtime with Ms Kelsey in B29. Come along to watch anime, read manga, and draw manga.
Physics Study Support (Ms Solowczuk)
This will run on Wednesdays after school. Come and see any Physics teacher in A7, A9 or A10.
