On Tuesday 11th June the school hosted its annual awards ceremony recognising the academic, endeavour, sporting and wider achievements of its pupils alongside those with perfect attendance. Pupils were invited to attend the event with their parents/carers in the school assembly hall where they were presented with certificates and a range of trophies and cups. Well done to each pupil who received a prize – their hard work paid off. We were delighted to be joined by former pupil and local celebrity, Tam Cowan.
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DIANA AWARDS
Congratulations to two of our senior pupils, James Hemmings and Ellie Murphy, who were recently invited to the Holyrood Parliament in Edinburgh where they were presented with the prestigious Diana Award. Both pupils won the award due to their exceptional attitude towards others, their strong sense of community spirit and the countless hours they have volunteered at various local groups within and out with school. This is a tremendous achievement and both James and Ellie thoroughly enjoyed their day in Edinburgh with their families.
FOOTBALL SUCCESS – LANARKSHIRE CUP
Both the U13 and U15 boys’ football teams recently lifted the Lanarkshire Cup once The U15 side played their tournament winning match on Thursday 13th June against Calderglen High School. The final score was 3-2 with goals coming from Joe McPake and Ryan Menzies, the latter was also named Player of the Match. Meanwhile the U13 team clinched victory on Monday 17th June against St Andrew’s and St Bride’s. Congratulations to the players and school staff on their hard work throughout the football season.
PROM 2019
On Wednesday 5th June the school hosted its annual senior prom at the Redstone Hotel, near Larkhall. The school would like to thank the prom committee of S5/S6 pupils, Biology teacher Miss Watson and Depute Head in charge of senior school Teacher Miss Anderson for organising a fantastic event. The evening saw pupils from S5-S6 and many staff celebrate the success and achievements of our senior students, especially those who are leaving school to being a new chapter of their lives at university, college or in the workplace.
SCOTTISH FA PERFORMANCE SCHOOL GRADUATION
Congratulations to our pupils who attended the Scottish FA Performance School Graduation ceremony at Hampden Park on Saturday 8th June. The Braidhurst performance school pupils were each invited onstage and awarded a certificate which recognised their achievement at completing the programme after four years at school. After the graduation ceremony the boys were interviewed on the Hampden pitch in front of a huge crowd of thousands of football fans who were there to watch the Scotland –v- Cyprus international qualifier. The pupils then took their own seat to watch the match. Well done to all our pupils on a fantastic four years.
U16 LANARKSHIRE CUP FINAL
The U16 Lanarkshire Cup Final took place on Thursday 6th June with Braidhurst battling against Uddingston Grammar to take the cup. By the final whistle each team had scored 3 goals with Braidhurst the winning the match on penalties. The win marked the fourth time in a row that they have lifted the Lanarkshire cup. Congratulations to all of our footballers on a fantastic achievement.
S1 TINTO HILL WALK
On Monday 21st May a group of S1 pupils accompanied by members of staff climbed Tinto Hill to help raise money for St Andrew’s Hospice. The weather stayed dry which allowed all climbers to reach the summit. At the top pupils enjoyed a well-earned packed lunch before making the descent. Well done to everyone who made the climb and for raising much needed money for a great local charity.
