MONDAY 20 FEBRUARY
Hot Meal: Soup of the day, Italian chicken meatballs with spaghetti or Cheese panini.
MVP Programme (Mrs Dempsey)
All S1 will be involved in an event in the Assembly Hall today Monday 20 February. This will be organised as follows:
Periods 1 & 2 – All Oswald S1
Periods 4 & 5 – All Carlyle S1
Periods 6 & 7 – All Adam Smith S1
Oswald straight to the hall after tutor (along with your Period 1 teacher)
Carlyle straight to the hall at the start of Period 4 (along with your Period 4 teacher)
Adam Smith straight to the hall after lunch (along with your Period 6 teacher)
Anthony Nolan Trust (J Davidson)
Are you between 16-30? You could be a life saver!!!!! Please sign up to join the Anthony Nolan register on Wednesday 22 February in the IT Hub. No needles involved, just a swab from inside your mouth. Please choose a slot at the War Memorial at interval/lunch today or tomorrow or speak to one of our Champions!
Anthony Nolan Champions (J Davidson)
Please meet me at interval today in the Assembly Hall. Everyone must attend! Need to sort out a rota for Wednesday’s event.
Senior Girls’ Football (Mrs Steedman)
Can all those who have been involved in the senior girls’ football team please attend a meeting at break today outside the PE classroom.
Army Workshop – Calling all S3-S6 pupils! (Mrs Whyte)
An opportunity has arisen for some pupils to join a workshop run by the British Army. This workshop will take place on 17 March and give you the opportunity to work in teams to complete a series of challenges and tasks. If you would be interested in this opportunity please apply using this link or scan the QR Code.
LGBT+ History Month and “Purple Friday” (Equality Group)
February is “LGBT+ History Month” at KHS, when we celebrate the contributions LGBT+ people have made to the world over the years. Keep an eye on the KHS LGBT+ Twitter for the historical facts and interesting people.
Friday 24 February is “Purple Friday”, your opportunity to wear something purple to show your support for equality and diversity at KHS and across the world! This is NOT A “DRESS DOWN DAY” but a purple item of clothing will be allowed! 🏳️🌈 🏳️⚧️
S6 Hoodies (Mrs Rae)
Here is the QR code to select your size and colour for your leavers’ hoodies. Let me know if you are having any issues. Please come and check your name on the list at the PSO base also as it will be what appears in the #23 on the back. I will be sending the order on the 10 March so please ensure all forms and payments are completed by then.
Science Research Placements (Miss Irvine/Dr Murray/Miss Tennant)
We have an opportunity for folk in S5 to spend some time during the summer working in REAL science/engineering labs. This would obviously be a great chance for anyone looking to study Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths subjects beyond school. See Miss Irvine/Dr Murray/Miss Tennant if you’re interested! There’s also more information available at https://www.nuffieldresearchplacements.org
Equalities Group (Dr Murray)
The Equality Group exists to tackle all sorts of inequality such as sexism, racism, homophobia, transphobia, disablism, and other variations. Joining this group is a great way to actually change things at KHS. We meet in A4 every Wednesday lunchtime. Bring your lunch!
S2 Football Training (Mr Geissler)
S2 boys football training is on after school on Wednesday. Meet in the PE department for a 3:30pm start.
BBC Young Reporter Competition (Mrs Whyte)
This meeting has to be postponed until Tuesday 21 February at 1:30pm. Please if you are interested in this come and let Mrs Whyte know so she can give you information in advance.
DYW Padlet (Mrs Whyte)
Lots of new things on the Padlet including:
- Apprenticeships – Fife Council Trades, Diageo, Babcock, University of St Andrews
- Volunteering Opportunities – including opportunities for those aged 13+ who want to start their careers early.
- Job Fairs and Events – Including Edinburgh Airport, Jobs in Fife, Retail, Accountancy
Speak to Mrs Whyte if you require any help with applications, finding jobs or want some work experience.
TODAYS STANDING NOTICES
Percussion Lessons (Mrs Simpson)
Lessons are on today in the Music department. You can find your time on Teams or on the department timetable board.
S2-S4 Music Lunch Club (Mrs Duckett)
This now takes place in E10 every day of the week, except Wednesdays.
Percussion Ensemble (Mrs Simpson)
The Percussion Ensemble will take place on Monday lunchtime in E11.
Chess Club (Dr Black)
Chess club will be running on Monday lunchtimes in A6, 1:10-1:40pm. Grand masters in the making, you can learn how to play if you have not played before.
Biology Numeracy Study Support (Mrs Gannon)
Get support with Biology numeracy and problem solving. Monday 3:15-4:15pm in A1/A2.
TUESDAY 21 FEBRUARY
Hot Meal: Soup of the day, Beef or vegan burger and chips.
Assembly: Adam Smith
Lower Strings and Bass Guitar Lessons (Mrs Simpson)
Lessons are on today in the Music department. You can find your time on Teams or on the department timetable board.
LGBT+ Group (LGBT+ Committee)
The legendary Kirkcaldy High LGBT+ Group meets at lunchtime TODAY! This group is for anyone of any identity including allies. Dr Murray’s classroom (A4) is the place to be and all are welcome.
S2-S4 Music Lunch Club (Mrs Duckett)
This now takes place in E10 every day of the week, except Wednesdays.
S1-S6 Badminton Club (Mr Harrower)
Badminton Club will be on afterschool today in the Games Hall 3:30-4:15pm. All pupils are welcome.
S1-S6 Basketball Club (Mr Harrower)
Basketball Club will be on afterschool today in the gyms 3:30-4:15pm. All pupils are welcome.
Biology Study Support (Miss Irvine)
Study support sessions are now on after school on Tuesdays from 3:15-4:15pm in A1. All levels welcome.
KHS Choir! (Mrs Duckett)
Open to everyone, no auditions! After school on Tuesdays with Mrs Duckett in E10.
Dance Club (Miss Johnston)
Dance club will be on after school every Tuesday from 3:30-4:15pm. Head to the dance studio after school.
Drama Study Support (Mr McPherson)
Drama study support S4, S5 and S6 is on today after school in Studio 1.
