This week was Global Goals week and some classes have been linking learning to the global goals.
In science Dr Cannon’s class have been learning about agricultural chemicals and food production- this links into the Global Goal of Zero Hunger. The class discussed the problem, what the causes were and how we could address the problem as a country and as a school. Some of our ideas are shown here.
Another class who have been learning about metals spent some time during Global goals week talking about responsible consumption. They looked at metals in short supply and how we use them. Pupils came up with ideas to reduce consumption, recycle metals and replace metals with other materials which are more sustainable.
September the 30th was Food bank Friday. Pupils and staff across Ardrossan Academy brought in non-perishable food to be distributed at our local food bank.
We are supporting…
Article 6 – every child has the right to live and develop.
Article 24 – every child has the right to nutritious food
This week in personal support we discussed energy drinks and the effect these have on our health. During this week we exercised Article 13 because we took time to find out about advantages and disadvantages of energy drinks and discuss our opinions within the class. Article 17 was also important during our focus week because we have the right to accurate and unbiased information. This allowed us to discuss the topic and to make informed choices. The last right covered by our focus week is explained by article 24. We have the right to the best health care possible and nutritious food. Finding out more about our food and drink choices is an essential part of equipping us to make the best choices for a healthy diet. A copy of the resources we used for our discussions can be seen if you click this link.
First day back after the summer holidays and we have received a thank you from UNICEF for our Day for Change Collection. Looking forward to taking part again this session.
Article 29 of the UNCRC (Goals of education) states that Children’s education should develop each child’s personality, talents and abilities to the fullest. It should encourage children to respect others, human rights and their own and other cultures. It should also help them learn to live peacefully, protect the environment and respect other people. Children have a particular responsibility to respect the rights their parents, and education should aim to develop respect for the values and culture of their parents.
Throughout this school year the pupils of Ardrossan Academy have demonstrated a wide range of talents and abilities which have been summarised in this booklet.
Article 31 of the UNCRC states that all children have the right to relax and play The UN Committee on the Rights of the Child asserts that certain conditions need to be assured if children are to realize their article 31 rights fully. The full document can be read here http://ipaworld.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IPA-Play-Environment-Discussion-Paper.pdf
These factors are:
• Freedom from stress, social exclusion, prejudice or discrimination.
• An environment secure from social harm and violence, and sufficiently free from pollution, traffic and other hazards that impede free and safe movement.
• Availability of rest and leisure time, as well as space that is free from adult control and management.
• Space to play outdoors in diverse and challenging physical environments, with access to supportive adults, when necessary.
• Opportunities to experience, interact with and play in natural environments and the animal world.
• Opportunities to invest in their own space and time so as to create and transform their world, using their imagination and languages.
• Opportunities to explore and understand the cultural and artistic heritage of their community, participate in, create and shape it.
• Opportunities to participate with other children in games, sports and other recreational activities,supported, where necessary, by trained facilitators or coaches.
• Recognition by parents, teachers and society as a whole of the value and legitimacy of the rights provided for in article 31.
On June 28th 2016 Ardrossan Academy Pupils will be enjoying their right to relax and play with a variety of activities shown on the agenda below. We look forward to sharing pictures from activities day.
Michael Lafferty, from Chernobyl Children’s lifeline charity, visited Ardrossan Academy this week to talk to pupils about the charity and its work. Children from areas affected by the Chernobyl nuclear disaster have visited Ardrossan Academy in the past and it was a fantastic experience for everyone involved. A group of children will be visiting the school this August and we look forward to welcoming them.
