Successful Work Experience for Mirren

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

SQA Change of start date for exam diet

Please follow this link for the updated exam timetable for the SQA exams which will now start on Friday 25th April.  Follow this link to get the most recent timetable and view any other amendments to dates.

https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/1439.html

 

 

Hijab Day!

Esma Oz (S6, Mull) organised Hijab Day for everyone at King’s Park and it was a great event. Esma, and a large group of S6 leaders, shared with us the importance of the Hijab and also let us try them on.

It was brilliant to learn about the Hijab at a well organised celebration!

Thank you all!

Winter Newsletter

S3-S5 Options for Session 25-26

All current S3, S4 and S5 pupils who intend to return to school in August 2025 will soon begin making their subject choices for next session. In order to support our learners and their families with this important process, you are invited to attend our Senior Phase Curricular Choice Information Event which will take place via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 15th January. The event will begin at 6.30pm with a presentation where Mrs Thyne will outline the options process and deliver the key information for you and your child in relation to selecting their subjects and planning for the next stage of their school journey.

Please read the attached letter and information booklet which gives you more information about this event, the Options process for all S3-S5 pupils in general along with key dates and supports on offer. Please access the wealth of information to support you and your child throughout this process to ensure they make informed decisions about their future. The information evening will be a great start but there are lots of resources on our Curricular Pathways glow blog which you are encouraged to access, with your child, and the link to this is in the letter and info booklet attached. Please contact your child’s Pastoral Care teacher in the first instance should you or your child require any support. All S3-S5 pupils will also have access to support during forthcoming PSE lessons and their one-to-one interviews. They should bring their completed options form along to this interview and final choices will be submitted.

All S3-S5 options should be fully completed and submitted by Friday 21st February. We would appreciate your support in ensuring your child meets with their Pastoral Care teacher to submit their final choices prior to this deadline. If they miss their scheduled meeting due to absence, please ensure they arrange an alternative as soon as possible on their return to school.

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Day Four in Bardonecchia – Confidence on the Slopes and Fun Off Them!

 

Day four of our ski adventure, and it’s been incredible to watch the progress our young people have made. All of our pupils have now mastered the chair lift, and they’re confidently stopping and turning with ease—a fantastic achievement in just a few days!

Two of our groups have become such accomplished skiers that they’re now exploring the mountain, tackling a combination of blue and red runs with enthusiasm and skill. It’s amazing to see their confidence grow as they navigate the slopes.

Off the slopes, the fun hasn’t stopped! Our après-ski activities have been a big hit, with highlights including a lively games night, a tour of the picturesque town, and, of course, a delicious pizza night. The camaraderie and energy from everyone have made this trip even more special.

What’s perhaps most remarkable is that many of our pupils had never skied before this week. To see them skiing so confidently and enjoying every moment is truly inspiring—they should all be incredibly proud of themselves.

Tomorrow is our final day on the slopes, and we’re hoping to make it one to remember. Let’s finish strong—here’s to an unforgettable last day!

Day Two on the Slopes – Progress and Excitement in Bardonecchia

Day two of skiing has been nothing short of amazing as we watch the young people of King’s Park take on the slopes of Bardonecchia, Italy. The progress they’ve made in such a short time is truly impressive!

Today, three of our ski groups confidently rode the chair lift to explore new terrain, while one group took on their first red run—a fantastic achievement and a clear sign of their growing skills and confidence.

We couldn’t be prouder of our pupils and the effort they’re putting in. Their enthusiasm and determination are inspiring, and we can’t wait to see how much more they will accomplish as the week continues.

A Huge Well Done to Our Talented Performers!

Congratulations to all of our incredibly talented young people who took part in the Glasgow CREATE Christmas Concerts this week. Your outstanding skill and hard work were truly inspiring, and we are so proud of everything you’ve achieved.

The concerts took place at the City Halls on Monday and Tuesday evenings, featuring amazing performances by:

  • Harry Grant (S5, Lewis)
  • Matthew Lanagan (S5, Arran)
  • Luisa Cleland (S4, Skye)
  • Andrew Perratt (S5, Mull)
  • Evan McMillan (S4, Arran)
  • Hannah McMillan (S1, Arran)

Well done to all involved for representing our school so brilliantly! 🎶✨

Below is a copy of the programme from the event.

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For more information on Glasgow CREATE and what they do please visit their website.

Excellent Programming from S3 Pupil

Taylor Gow, S3 Lewis House, has been working hard in his own time to create a Text to Binary converter in the Scratch programming environment. The concepts of binary and ASCII were covered in the S3 curriculum, but Taylor took it upon himself to develop this amazing project.

Well done to Taylor on this excellent project, we’re excited to see what you produce next.

Buon Viaggio to Our Ski Trip Adventurers!

This Saturday, 14th December, 37 S2 & S3 pupils and 5 staff members will embark on an exciting ski adventure to Bardonecchia, Italy! Led by Mr Jack and accompanied by Miss Cook, Mrs Ferguson, Ms Ward, and Mr Nicol, the group will travel by coach to enjoy a week of skiing on the beautiful slopes of Bardonecchia.

The trip promises to be an unforgettable experience, with daily skiing and plenty of opportunities for fun and learning in a stunning mountain setting. The group will return on Saturday, 21st December, full of stories and memories to share.

Parents and the school community can follow the trip’s progress and stay updated through the following platforms:

We wish our skiers and staff safe travels and an amazing time on their adventure. Enjoy the snow and make the most of this incredible opportunity! 🏔️🎿

Subway @ KPSS

Our Skills for Work class hosted a spectacular Subway style lunch for staff in the Food Technology department. Pupils prepared and served an array of fillings, toppings sides and drinks for staff to choose from and enjoy. This was a delightful occasion that allowed pupils to showcase their organisational, creativity and team working skills. During the event pupils took on different roles including greeting staff and interacting with customer, serving food, taking payment and ensuring the event ran smoothly. We are incredibly proud of how pupils interacted with staff, lead the event, created a lovely atmosphere and ensured the lunch was a success.

 

Christmas Hamper Competition

House Competition

Autumn Newsletter

KPSS NEWSLETTER – AUTUMN EDITION 2024