We are delighted to announce that Max Jagielka (S5, Mull) and Harry Grant (S6, Lewis) have been successfully accepted into the Morgan Stanley High School Insight Week in Glasgow during the October break.

This is a fantastic achievement and a real testament to their hard work, ambition, and potential. The insight week will give both of them a unique opportunity to experience first-hand what industry is like — from the day-to-day of a corporate environment to exposure to technology, business operations, and professional networks.

Over the course of the programme, Max and Harry will:

• Engage with insight sessions, workshops, and presentations from industry professionals
• Work on real-world challenges and case studies
• Gain exposure to what it’s like to work within technology, finance, and corporate teams
• Network with peers and mentors, building connections that could support their future choices

Please join me in wishing them every success as they embark on this exciting week. We look forward to hearing their reflections and learning from their experiences when they return.

Three senior Computing Science pupils recently visited Morgan Stanley as part of Apprenticeship Week, gaining valuable insight into career opportunities in finance, business and technology.

Their visit included a tour of the offices, an overview of Morgan Stanley’s Graduate Apprenticeships, and a networking event with university representatives. They also participated in speed interviews with current apprentices, enhancing their interview skills and learning about apprenticeship experiences firsthand.

This eye-opening visit broadened their career perspectives, highlighting the benefits of apprenticeships as a direct pathway into the industry.

A huge thank you to Morgan Stanley for hosting such an insightful event!

S2 students in Mr. Jack’s Busines & Computing class have been getting hands-on with robotics and coding, taking part in an exciting Sphero RVR race!

The challenge? Each team had to navigate their robot around a course, collecting bases along the way. Using block-based coding on iPads, students programmed their Sphero RVRs and sent commands via Bluetooth. But it wasn’t just about coding once and hoping for the best—teams had to monitor their robot’s path, troubleshoot errors, and adjust their code to improve performance.

This engaging activity gave students practical experience in coding, problem-solving, and logical thinking, all while having fun with robotics. The race sparked teamwork, creativity, and determination as students refined their strategies to complete the challenge.

A fantastic effort from all involved.

Congratulations to Mirren MacDonald (S5, Skye House) on her participation in the Next Tech Girls work experience, hosted by Eviden!

From Eviden’s LinkedIn page, “Nine 16-17-year-old girls are spending the week in our Glasgow office, gaining hands-on experience in the tech industry, building personal and professional connections, and developing skills to support their future careers.”

The week, participants tackled real-world tech challenges, honed new skills, and built confidence in a professional setting. From coding exercises to team projects and industry networking, it was inspiring to see their enthusiasm and growth in just a few days.

Well done, Mirren, on this fantastic achievement!

A huge thank you to Toni Scullion, Eviden, and everyone at Next Tech Girls for making this opportunity possible.

(All images sourced from Eviden and Next Tech Girls’ LinkedIn pages.)

For more information about the organisations involved, please see the links below.

Eviden Official Website

Next Tech Girls Official Website

STACS Official Website