Please see below for information on the NPA Engineering: BAE Pre-Apprenticeship School College Partnership programme which will take place on the Wednesday the 20th.
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Baking Together
It was lovely to have some of our fabulous MCR mentors join with their mentees for a baking session yesterday.
Thanks to Mr Khan for organising and Mrs Walker and Miss Haines for sharing their wonderful jammie dodger recipes!
Great job Lucy Hewes (S4, Skye), Kaelyn Harris (S5, Mull), Phoenix Lickrish (S3, Lewis) and Ava!
Senior Volleyball
Congratulations to our Senior Boy’s Volleyball Team who have made it through to the the semi finals of the Glasgow Cup.
The team was made up of:
- Kai Milliken (S6, Arran)
- Blake Caldwell (S6, Lewis)
- Ali Khan Jafari (S5, Lewis)
- Matthew MacKinnon (S6, Lewis)
- Nathan Perika (S5, Lewis)
- Eilia Alimi (S5, Arran)
- Brodie Harper (S6, Arran)
- Luke Doran (S6, Lewis)
Exciting STEM Work Experience Opportunities for S5 Pupils
We are pleased to share an excellent opportunity for S5 students to gain hands-on experience in science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM) through the In2STEM 2025 Programme.
This free programme, run by In2scienceUK, offers:
- In-person STEM work placements with leading professionals
- Live online workshops and competitions
- Skill-building opportunities to strengthen university and apprenticeship applications
Work placements are available in Glasgow and Edinburgh, including:
- Climate Science & Sustainability – Glasgow Science Centre
- Physical & Organic Chemistry – University of Glasgow
- Physics & Astronomy – University of Edinburgh
- Neuroscience & Stem Cells – UK Dementia Research Institute
- Marine Biology & Ecology – National Museums Scotland
There are no grade requirements – students simply need to meet the eligibility criteria.
Application deadline: 3 March 2025
For further details, please speak with either Mrs A Thyne, Mr D Jack, Mr M O’Donnelly or Ms J MacLachlan.
You can also find out more on the In2STEM website.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in STEM
STEM in Action: Students Gain Insight at Leidos Headquarters
Students participating in the 2024-25 Leidos Project had the exciting opportunity to visit the Leidos headquarters in Glasgow . They were warmly welcomed by their mentors and given an inside look at a day in the life of a Leidos employee.
Throughout the visit, students explored various career pathways, job roles, and project development while enjoying hot chocolate and friendly games of pool. The experience left them inspired and motivated to pursue a future in STEM, equipped with a clearer vision of how to achieve their goals.
Pupils involved in the Leido Project were:-
- Lucia McCann (S1, Arran)
- Hannah McMillan (S1, Arran)
- Victor Ijaseun (S1, Mull)
- Adam Haq (S1, Arran)
- Christopher Jobling (S1, Arran)
- Abu Bakar Javed (S1, Mull)
Sutton Trust Summer School
An exciting opportunity for all S5 pupils – the chance to take part in a university Summer School experience.
This summer school will take place at The University of Edinburgh and it is fully funded.
Read the letter and flyer to find out more and, if interested, apply before 6th March.
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ECO-SCHOOLS GREEN FLAG!
We are delighted to share we have received our Eco-Schools Green Flag!
The work of the Eco group and Eco classes was commended in the report shared from ‘Keep Scotland Beautiful’. It was recognised that our garden space has been a brilliant venture and by monitoring levels of litter in regular litter picks we are contributing to a cleaner community. Here is a short snippet from the report:
“You have done a great job of involving your local community in your Eco-Schools activities. Your butterfly garden looks amazing and it’s great that this can be enjoyed by everyone in your school community. A big congratulations for all your hard work on your school garden!”
Thank you to those who have led on this wonderful achievement, especially Mr McCauley and the Eco Committee!
Celebrating Chinese New Year 2025
Our school has been embracing the spirit of Chinese New Year with a series of exciting activities and cultural experiences, giving pupils a deeper understanding of Chinese traditions.
Chinese New Year Event – Monday, 27th January
To mark the Year of the Snake, pupils collaborated with Ricefield Arts & Cultural Centre, Miss Grondin, and Miss Han, our Mandarin teacher, to celebrate Chinese New Year. Throughout the afternoon, pupils explored the Chinese Zodiac, focusing on the significance of the Snake in 2025. They also enjoyed hands-on cultural activities, including arts and crafts, as well as tasting traditional Chinese snacks.
S3 Modern Languages for Life and Work – Chinese Opera Experience
As part of their Modern Languages for Life and Work (MLLW) course, S3 pupils learnt about the vibrant art of Chinese Opera. With guidance from Miss Grondin, Miss Han, Miss Joice, and Mrs McGarvey, they created their own Chinese Opera masks, gaining insight into the rich symbolism and storytelling.
Trip to Hillhead High School – Friday, 17th January
Two of our pupils, Lucas Wright (3S2) and Louis Brennan (3L2), represented our school at Hillhead High School’s Chinese New Year celebrations. They had the opportunity to watch an impressive lion dance performance and were honoured to serve as judges for an S1 craft competition, where they evaluated the creative Chinese New Year-themed projects made by Hillhead pupils.
These activities have provided an enriching and immersive experience for our pupils, deepening their appreciation of Chinese culture. A huge thank you to everyone involved in making these events such a success!
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.
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!
Cheer @ KPSS
Well Done to our KPSS Cheer-leading team! They performed at the City of dance heats this week. They were brilliant, making coach McKay proud. There will be more to come from this group who are only just at the start of their dance journey!
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.
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!
