Category Archives: Primary 2b

Poppies and Electricity P2b

This week P 2b got involved with some art and science. In art we created poppies to commemorate Remembrance Sunday. Using paper plates and green card everyone made their own poppy. In science we learned what an electric circuit is and we had a go at making our own simple circuits using wires, batteries and lightbulbs. We also learned how a switch works within a circuit by creating a continuous path for the electricity to flow.

 

Rights Respecting Schools Fundraiser

On Wednesday 20th November 2024 our Rights Respecting Schools Pupil Committee have organised a Dress Down Day as part of their global fundraising project. Suggested donation £1. Help our Rights Respecting Schools Pupil Committee to twin our toilets and fund a project in a community that helps families to build their own basic toilet, access clean water and learn about hygiene – a vital combination that saves lives.

Annual Family Quiz Night – Thursday 28th November 2024

After the success of our Quiz Night last year, our Quiz Night is back. Booking info will be issued to families tomorrow.

Join us for our annual Family Quiz Night

Thursday 28th November 2024 (6- 7.30pm)

What you need to know –

  • Doors open at 5.45pm. Entry through the main entrance.
  • Quiz will start at 6.10pm sharp.
  • Drinks, crisps and sweets will be available to purchase on the night (Cash only). Please note, no alcohol is permitted at this event
  • £5 per table/team. Up to 6 individuals permitted per table/team. Children under 5 go free.
  • Ticket holders will not be given a ticket. Instead names will be added to guest list.
  • Money raised will go to our School Fund.
  • We have some fabulous prizes up for grabs for the winning team.
  • To book please complete the tear off slip that will be sent out to families on Monday 18th November and return to the school office with payment by Friday 22nd of November 2024. Please note, due to the capacity of our hall, tables are limited. To guarantee your table please book in advance. We will notify families if they have been successfully booked in.

P2B superheroes

This week P2B have been exploring energy and character description through our interdisciplinary learning theme of super heroes. The pupils designed their own hero and wrote a description of their character. They also experimented with moving paper with static electricity and later in class discovered how we generate electricity from green energy sources. Next week we will be making simple circuits to create light

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Fair Trade Update

We are delighted to share that we have been awarded a FairAware award from Fairtrade. This is the first of three awards that can be granted to schools in recognition of them taking action to learn about Fairtrade and its values.

Well done to Primary 3 and their AMAZING teachers who have worked hard to collate all our school evidence for the award. We look forward to continuing on our Fairtrade journey.

FREE SCHOOL MEALS – IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Free School Meals

Lots of our families, who we believe are entitled to Free School Meals (FSM), have still not registered. As you will be aware all P1-5 pupils attending school in Scotland are entitled to free school meals.

For other pupils (P6-7), parent or carer must be in receipt of –

  • Universal credit and earning no more than £726 in the monthly assessment period before you apply.
  • CTC only with income under £18,725
  • CTC/WTC with income under £8,717
  • Income support
  • Income-based jobseeker’s allowance
  • Income-related employment and support allowance
  • Asylum support from the Home Office

If your child is in P1-5 and also eligible for free school meals due to low income, you should still apply for free school meals to make sure that you get the Scottish child payment bridging payment. We would also encourage parents/carers of pupils in P6-7 to apply if you think you meet the criteria above.

Please visit the website for further information and to apply. If you require any assistance please do not hesitate to contact us at the school.

https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/article/17885/Clothing-Grants-and-Free-School-Meals

ASN Blether Cafe

Our ASN Blether Cafe was so well received last session that it is making a comeback in January 2025.

Come along to one of our monthly sessions. This is a chance for you to relax, unwind, meet other families with children with additional support needs and make new friends.

Where: Wallacewell Primary (Creative Enquiry Room)

When: 9.15-10.30am
• Friday 31st January 2025
• Friday 28th February 2025
• Friday 28th March 2025
• Friday 2nd May 2025

HOUSE POINTS – TERM 1 WINNERS

We are delighted to announce that Ben More were our winning house in Term 1 and have earned themselves a super house prize. They achieved this by working together to earn the most house points across Term 1. On Friday 15th November, from 1.30-2.30pm, all children in Ben More will be involved in an afternoon of exciting outdoor activities hosted by the wonderful Donald from Wildside Nature. The afternoon will include the toasting of marshmallows, funs games and hot chocolate. Each child can bring one adult family member along with them to share in this experience. We kindly ask that children come to school dressed for outdoor learning on this day. Given the unpredictable Scottish weather we advise that a waterproof jacket, appropriate outdoor shoes, a hat and gloves are worn. Well done Ben More. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!