{"id":18150,"date":"2026-01-15T09:02:45","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T09:02:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/?p=18150"},"modified":"2026-01-16T08:23:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T08:23:10","slug":"88-blue-bulletin-friday-16-01-26","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/2026\/01\/15\/88-blue-bulletin-friday-16-01-26\/","title":{"rendered":"88. Blue Bulletin – Friday 16-01-26"},"content":{"rendered":"

FRIDAY 16 JANUARY<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Hot Meal: <\/strong> Soup of the day, Cheesy Beano served with Chips and Chicken Fries all served at breaktime.<\/p>\n

First Chances (Mrs Nessel)<\/strong>
\nALL S5\/6<\/em> pupils have a half period assembly with St Andrews Uni on Friday P1. Pupils who are signed up to First Chances will then remain behind for the rest of the period. Location – Library<\/p>\n

S4<\/em> pupils WHO WANT TO GO TO UNIVERSITY have a half period assembly with St Andrews Uni on Friday P2. Pupils who are signed up to First Chances will then remain behind for the rest of the period. Location – Library<\/p>\n

Pupils should register with class teacher first and then be sent to assembly location.<\/p>\n

S3\/Under 15 Football (Mr Pennel)<\/strong>
\nAny players interested in playing in an upcoming league match, please attend a meeting at break today in the boys gym.<\/p>\n

Assessment Arrangements (Mr Mooney)<\/strong>
\nCan any S5\/S6 pupil who received Assessment Arrangements last year during the exams please pick up a timetable from Mr Mooney in B25 if you haven’t already done so.<\/p>\n

Dress Down Day – Thank You! (Dr. Murray)<\/strong>
\nA huge THANK YOU from “Therapet”, to everyone who donated money on the “Dress Down Day” before Christmas. We raised \u00a3132.14. This will go towards an educational service to promote responsible dog ownership throughout Scotland. \ud83d\udc36<\/p>\n

S3 Battlefields Tour 2026 Meeting (Mrs Harrower) <\/strong>
\nIf you are attending the Battlefields Tour 2026, can you please attend a meeting in C2 on Tuesday 20th January at 1.20pm. Attendance is essential as important information will be shared. If you are unable to attend, speak to Mrs Harrower ASAP.<\/p>\n

Learning Ambassadors (Mrs Duckett)<\/strong>
\n\ud83d\udce3 Become a Learning Ambassador! We\u2019re looking for enthusiastic pupils who want to help make our school an even better place to learn. If you\u2019re interested in taking on a leadership role and supporting others, this is your chance.
\n\ud83d\udcf1 Scan the QR code to apply. It only takes a few minutes.\u23f0<\/p>\n

S1 Application<\/a><\/p>\n

S2 Application<\/a><\/p>\n

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S1 Learning Ambassador Application<\/p><\/div>\n

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S2 Learning Ambassador Application<\/p><\/div>\n

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Medicine Conference (Mrs Smith)<\/strong>
\nTwo-day conference for S3\u2013S6 students who are interested in studying medicine.
\n\ud83d\udcc5 Dates: 21st\u201322nd February 2026
\n\ud83d\udccd Location: Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh
\nTravel reimbursements will be available for students travelling to Edinburgh from other parts of Scotland.
\nThis conference is coordinated by current resident doctors and medical students, with support from the University of Edinburgh, and is designed to provide students with an accessible and realistic insight into medicine and medical school.
\nThe conference will include: Talks and panel sessions plus interactive workshops.<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf3f Community Notice \u2013 Please Read! \ud83d\udeb4\u200d\u2642\ufe0f\ud83d\uddd1\ufe0f (Mrs Duckett)<\/strong>
\nOpposite the school is The Den and the mountain bike tracks that many of you will know from the Middleden Mountain Bike Club. This area is a really special place \u2013 it even includes Scotland\u2019s ONLY dual slalom track! \ud83c\udfc6\ud83c\udf04
\nSadly, a huge amount of litter has been found there recently. Over the holidays, thousands of plastic bottles were collected from the paths leading to and from the Shell Garage. \ud83e\udd64\ud83d\udeaf
\nWe\u2019re asking all pupils to take greater responsibility for looking after our community and environment. \ud83c\udf0d\ud83d\udc9a If you walk through The Den or use the bike tracks, please make sure you take your rubbish home or use the bins provided. Every small action helps protect this amazing space for everyone. \ud83d\ude4c\u2728
\n\ud83e\udde4\ud83c\udf31 Want to help? Join a litter pick!
\nMrs Duckett will be organising litter\u2011picking sessions, and anyone who wants to get involved is very welcome. This could be especially useful for Duke of Edinburgh Award pupils looking for volunteering opportunities! \ud83e\udd47\ud83e\udd1d
\nLet\u2019s work together to keep The Den clean, safe, and enjoyable for all! \ud83c\udf32\ud83d\udeb4\u200d\u2640\ufe0f\ud83d\udcab<\/p>\n

Culture Month (Mrs Gibb)<\/strong>
\nOur country of the month for January is… Lithuania! When you see each other in classes and corridors, please greet each other by saying the word “hello” in that language: \u00a0“SVEIKI”<\/p>\n

Google Translate\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

Fact<\/em> – Lithuania is one of the oldest languages in the world.<\/p>\n

Word of the Week (Mrs MacKenzie)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Derelict<\/em><\/p>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Derelict<\/em> is a formal word that describes something that is no longer cared for or used by anyone. It can also describe someone who is negligent or who fails to do what needs to be done.<\/p>\n

Example:<\/strong> The kids made sure to stay away from the spooky derelict<\/em> houses in the neighbourhood on Halloween.<\/p>\n

Rights of the Fortnight (Mrs Young)<\/strong>
\nArticle 24: Mental Health<\/em><\/p>\n

Fact: <\/em>The 5 best ways to improve your wellbeing are: CONNECTING<\/strong><\/em> with others, Being ACTIVE<\/strong><\/em>, taking NOTICE<\/strong><\/em> and enjoying nature, LEARNING<\/strong><\/em> new things and HELPING<\/strong><\/em> other people.<\/p>\n

MONDAY 19 JANUARY<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Hot Meal: <\/strong> Soup of the day, Creamy Vegetable Curry served with Rice and Garlic Bread or Creamy Chicken Curry with Rice & Garlic Bread. Chicken Fries at breaktime.<\/p>\n

TODAY\u2019S STANDING NOTICES<\/h2>\n

S2 Code Club (Mr Turnbull)<\/strong>
\nCalling all likeminded S2 with an interest in coding. Meet in D6 every Mon. Bring your lunch. See Mr Turnbull in D6 for a pass.
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\nRights Respecting Schools Group (Mrs Young) <\/strong>
\nThe Rights Respecting Schools group meet on a Monday lunchtime in B14.<\/p>\n

Badminton Club (Mr Harrower)<\/strong>
\nBadminton Club will begin on Monday 8th September afterschool for all pupils in S1-S6 in the Games Hall. All pupils are welcome.<\/p>\n

English Second Language Club (Ms Solowczuk)<\/strong>
\nThis will run on Monday lunchtime in A10.<\/p>\n

Together We Can (Mrs Johnston)<\/strong>
\nTogether we can group is now on a Monday after school from 3.30-4.15pm.<\/p>\n

Fitness Club (Mrs Johnston)<\/strong>
\nFitness club will be on at lunch time in the gym.<\/p>\n

S1-S6 Basketball (Mr Stewart)<\/strong>
\nBasketball will be on After School today in the Games Hall<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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