{"id":5483,"date":"2023-02-22T08:09:04","date_gmt":"2023-02-22T08:09:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/?p=5483"},"modified":"2023-02-22T08:37:18","modified_gmt":"2023-02-22T08:37:18","slug":"107-blue-bulletin-wednesday-22-2-23","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/2023\/02\/22\/107-blue-bulletin-wednesday-22-2-23\/","title":{"rendered":"107. Blue Bulletin &#8211; Wednesday 22.2.23"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>WEDNESDAY 22 FEBRUARY<\/h1>\n<p><strong>Hot Meal: <\/strong>Soup of the day, Roast chicken, Yorkshire pudding and gravy or Tomato and basil pasta.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Anthony Nolan Champions Event (J Davidson)<\/strong><br \/>\nGentle reminder, our event is today in the IT Hub. Our Champions will be running the event with the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service. Pupils have appointment slips in tutor today but there is also a list outside the door. Pupils can come along and sign up even without an appointment too.<\/p>\n<p>Hoping to get as many on the register as possible &#8211; somebody could save a life!!!!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Equalities Group (Dr Murray)<\/strong><br \/>\nThe 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!<\/p>\n<p><strong>S2 Football Training (Mr Geissler)<\/strong><br \/>\nS2 boys football training is on after school today. Meet in the PE department for a 3:30pm start.<\/p>\n<p><strong>S4-S6 Fashion &amp; Textiles and Art &amp; Design &#8211; Study Support (Mrs Donaldson)<\/strong><br \/>\nWednesdays afterschool, 3:15-5pm in D15.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Art Club (Mrs Donaldson)<\/strong><br \/>\nNo art club for the foreseeable future.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #800080\"><strong>LGBT+ History Month and &#8220;Purple Friday&#8221; (Equality Group)<\/strong><br \/>\nFebruary is &#8220;LGBT+ History Month&#8221; 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.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #800080\">Friday 24 February is &#8220;Purple Friday&#8221;, your opportunity to wear something purple to show your support for equality and diversity at KHS and across the world! This is NOT A &#8220;DRESS DOWN DAY&#8221; but a purple item of clothing will be allowed!<\/span> \ud83c\udff3\ufe0f\u200d\ud83c\udf08 \ud83c\udff3\ufe0f\u200d\u26a7\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p><strong>Army Workshop &#8211; Calling all S3-S6 pupils! (Mrs Whyte)<\/strong><br \/>\nAn 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 <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/e\/6eiTarVZEt\">link<\/a> or scan the QR Code.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5474\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/20082615\/thumbnail_QRCode-for-Army-Workshop-Sign-Up-1-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"113\" height=\"113\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/20082615\/thumbnail_QRCode-for-Army-Workshop-Sign-Up-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/20082615\/thumbnail_QRCode-for-Army-Workshop-Sign-Up-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/20082615\/thumbnail_QRCode-for-Army-Workshop-Sign-Up-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/20082615\/thumbnail_QRCode-for-Army-Workshop-Sign-Up-1-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/20082615\/thumbnail_QRCode-for-Army-Workshop-Sign-Up-1.png 1260w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 113px) 100vw, 113px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>S6 Hoodies (Mrs Rae)<\/strong><br \/>\nHere is the QR code to select your size and colour for your leavers&#8217; 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.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5467\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/15160758\/Hoodie-AR-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"77\" height=\"77\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/15160758\/Hoodie-AR-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/15160758\/Hoodie-AR-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/15160758\/Hoodie-AR-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/15160758\/Hoodie-AR.png 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 77px) 100vw, 77px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Science Research Placements (Miss Irvine\/Dr Murray\/Miss Tennant)<\/strong><br \/>\nWe 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&#8217;re interested! There&#8217;s also more information available at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nuffieldresearchplacements.org\">https:\/\/www.nuffieldresearchplacements.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>DYW Padlet (Mrs Whyte)<\/strong><br \/>\nLots of new things on the Padlet including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Apprenticeships &#8211; Fife Council Trades, Diageo, Babcock, University of St Andrews<\/li>\n<li>Volunteering Opportunities &#8211; including opportunities for those aged 13+ who want to start their careers early.<\/li>\n<li>Job Fairs and Events &#8211; Including Edinburgh Airport, Jobs in Fife, Retail, Accountancy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5342\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/01130115\/S-Whte-Padlet-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"79\" height=\"79\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/01130115\/S-Whte-Padlet-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/01130115\/S-Whte-Padlet-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/01130115\/S-Whte-Padlet-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/01130115\/S-Whte-Padlet-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/public\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/uploads\/sites\/12475\/2023\/02\/01130115\/S-Whte-Padlet.png 1260w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 79px) 100vw, 79px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Speak to Mrs Whyte if you require any help with applications, finding jobs or want some work experience.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>TODAYS STANDING NOTICES<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><strong>Guitar Lesson (Mrs Simpson)<\/strong><br \/>\nLessons are on today in the Music department. You can find your time on Teams or on the department timetable board.<\/p>\n<p><strong>S1-S3 Maths Support Group (Mr Jones)<\/strong><br \/>\nNeed help with maths homework? Stuck on something you&#8217;ve looked at in lessons? Come along to the S1-S3 maths support group, every Wednesday lunchtime (1:05-1:40pm). Bring your lunch, bring your questions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Guitar Ensemble (Mrs Simpson)<\/strong><br \/>\nThe Guitar Ensemble will take place on Wednesday lunchtime in E13.<\/p>\n<p><strong>S3 &amp; Senior Netball (Mrs Steedman)<\/strong><br \/>\nAll S3 pupils and Senior pupils (S4, S5 &amp; S6) interested in playing netball this year, training will be afterschool every Wednesday from 3:30-4:15pm.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Senior Art &amp; Fashion Study Support (Mrs Donaldson)<\/strong><br \/>\nAll pupils S4-S6 studying Art &amp; Design or Fashion &amp; Textiles are welcome to attend Wednesday study support with Mrs Donaldson, D15 at 3:15-5pm.<\/p>\n<h1>THURSDAY 23 FEBRUARY<\/h1>\n<p><strong>Hot Meal: <\/strong>Soup of the day, Steak mince and potatoes or vegetable curry.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Piano and Upper Strings Lessons (Mrs Simpson)<\/strong><br \/>\nLessons are on today in the Music department. You can find your time on Teams or on the department timetable board.<\/p>\n<p><strong>S2-S4 Music Lunch Club (Mrs Duckett)<\/strong><br \/>\nThis now takes place in E10 every day of the week, except Wednesdays.<\/p>\n<p><strong>String Group (Mrs Simpson)<\/strong><br \/>\nThe String Group will take place on Thursday lunchtime in E13.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Calm Colouring Lunch Club (Ms Geddes\/Miss Millar)<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you would like a calm space to have lunch and do a bit of colouring, with the option to chat through any questions with our Mental Health Ambassadors, then this is the club for you! Head along to A3 (Science) where Miss Millar and Ms Geddes will have all the resources you need to chill out and recharge for the afternoon ahead. Today from 1:10pm.<\/p>\n<p><strong>S1 &amp; S2 Netball (Mrs Steedman)<\/strong><br \/>\nTraining will be afterschool every Thursday starting this week from 3:30-4:15pm.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Film &amp; Media Study Support (Mr McPherson)<\/strong><br \/>\nFilm and Media study support for S3 is on today after school in Studio 1.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>WEDNESDAY 22 FEBRUARY Hot Meal: Soup of the day, Roast chicken, Yorkshire pudding and gravy or Tomato and basil pasta. Anthony Nolan Champions Event (J Davidson) Gentle reminder, our event is today in the IT Hub. Our Champions will be &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/2023\/02\/22\/107-blue-bulletin-wednesday-22-2-23\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":21524,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5483","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blue-bulletin"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5483","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/21524"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5483"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5483\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5486,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5483\/revisions\/5486"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5483"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5483"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/fi\/kirkcaldyhighschool\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5483"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}