February 6, 2019
by gw15gallacherclaire1@glow
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As part of our social studies topic, P2/1 channeled their creativity to design their very own coat of arms 🛡.
Our P2 children even carried out some research on various medieval coat of arms and their meanings in order to decide which designs they’d like to incorporate 🛡⚔️👑🌹.
Find them on display outside our classroom 👍🏼.
February 6, 2019
by Miss O'Neill
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P5a have been learning to measure length and distance using centimetres and metres. We can make a sensible estimate of the length of an object then check our estimation by choosing the most appropriate measuring tool and measuring with accuracy.
Yesterday, we incorporated maths into our P.E. We went outdoors and enjoyed developing our long jump. We worked with a partner- one of us would jump, one of us would measure and record the distance that our friend jumped 😊👏🏼
February 6, 2019
by Mrs Leyden
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Today we have visited the Hidden Gardens and have learned about Photosynthesis. We made recycled plant pots from newspaper and planted seeds to take home to grow.
February 5, 2019
by Miss Greene
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Our Primary 7’s spent some time today exploring how to use the internet and social media safely and responsibly. Following some brainstorming, we had some great discussion from all three classes and they showed that they are aware of staying safe and being responsible when using the internet and social media platforms.
February 5, 2019
by Mr McCrea
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P5b have been learning about volcanoes as part of our current topic of natural disasters.
We identified hotspots of volcanic activity around the world, drew and labelled a cross-section of a volcano and simulated our own volcanoes using baking soda and vinegar!
February 4, 2019
by gw15gallacherclaire1@glow
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P2/1 had lots of fun creating their own patterns. They used colourful glass beads, diamonds, marbles and compare bears to create their designs. Take a look at them in action…🔸🔻🔸🔻🔸
February 4, 2019
by Miss O'Neill
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P5a have been learning to write a recount in the form of a newspaper report. 📰📝
Taking on the role of a journalist, they are able to recount facts about an event and include relevant details. They are learning to think of attention-grabbing headlines! 😉
Check out some examples of the children’s excellent newspaper reports 👏🏼
February 3, 2019
by gw15gallacherclaire1@glow
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P2 loved playing ‘pizza shops’ last week. They used their new found fraction knowledge to make whole, half and quarter flavoured pizzas for their hungry customers.
P1 were able to join in too by counting, adding and subtracting the various toppings onto their pizza bases.
The menus introduced a literacy element to the learning experience and the children enjoyed looking up their favourites and checking out the prices.
February 2, 2019
by Miss Smith
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Primary 7A had a fantastic week last week, learning all things Scottish (as it was Robert Burns Day!)
They found out information about Charles Rennie MacKintosh and designed their own version of his extremely popular art “the rose.” The children also learned the meaning of some Scottish words and made posters to show their understanding. What a great week we had!! Here are some pictures showing their amazing work.
February 1, 2019 by Mrs Marletta | 0 comments
Monthly Newsletter January 2019
Dear Parents and Carers
HAPPY NEW YEAR
I trust that you all had a relaxing holiday and are ready for the new term.
Welcome back to term 3. I hope 2019 brings you health and happiness.
New Staff
I would like to extend a warm welcome to the following new staff members who have joined us.
Ms Kenny, Ms Taylor and Ms Conway have joined our team of staff teaching children who have English as an Additional Language.
Ms Cydzik and Ms McAllister have joined our team of Support for Learning Workers and Ms Mayne has joined our team of Clerical Support Staff.
I trust you will join me in welcoming them to our school.
Attendance
The link between high attendance and high attainment has been well documented. In light of this I monitor attendance on a monthly basis and inform parents in writing if there are concerrns over a child’s attendance. Children will pick up colds and coughs and in these situations it is appropriate that the child remain at home.
School Choir
Congratulations to the school choir for their performances over the Christmas period. They brought festive joy to local residential and day-care centres as well as entertaining the citizens of Glasgow by performing in Glasgow Central Station.
The Choir are going to take a short break from practices as the year groups begin preparations for their annual school show…More information below.
Primary 6/7 School Show
Primary 6 and Primary 7 have started preparing for a performance of Cinderella Rockerfella. The show will take place on Tuesday 26th March at 1.30pm and Wednesday 27th March at 9.30am. Tickets will go on sale nearer the time.
Double Parking Outside the School
Many of you may have seen me at the front of the school deterring parents from double parking at the school entrance. Not only is this dangerous to the children exiting the car, it also causes danger to other children using the crossing patrol, other drivers accessing Calder Street and may hinder emergency services who use Calder Street to access the Glasgow Road Network. I ask you on behalf of the children in Holy Cross Primary to STOP DOUBLE PARKING OUTSIDE THE SCHOOL.
School term dates
February Mid-term break
Monday 11th February 2019
Tuesday 12 February 2019
Wednesday 13th February (In-service day)
April- Easter and Spring Holiday
Schools close at 2.30pm on Friday 29th March 2019
Schools return on Monday 15th April 2019
Friday 19th April 2019 (Good Friday)
Monday 22nd April 2019 (Easter Monday)
Other school event dates
6th March- Ash Wednesday
11th March- P7 trip to Ardentinny
26th/27th March- P6/P7 School Show
28th March- Parent/Pupil/Teacher Meetings
29th March- Mothers’ Day Service
School Sports Area
I am delighted to inform you that work has begun on taking down the trees around the pitch area adjacent to the school. This area will soon be transformed into a games are for school use. The children and staff are delighted at the prospect of having additional playground space and we are developing plans for its use throughout the school day. Many thanks go to the hard work of the Parent Council on making this a reality for our school.
Children’s Mental Health Week 4th-10th February 2019
As you may be aware we put a great deal of importance on supporting the pastoral care and wellbeing of our children. This year we are recognising Children’s Mental Health Week with a variety of activities in and out of classes, e.g.
Whole school assembly raising awareness of Healthy: Inside and Out;
Daily mindfulness session for all classes
Linking mindfulness and Mental Health to PE lessons all week;
Creative Reflection workshops (led by Place 2 be)
Creative Reflection Lunchtime Station (led by Place to be)
Please keep up to date with events through our Twitter feed @holycrosspri
Further information on Children’s Mental Health Week can be found by clicking here.
