All posts by Mr Hamilton

S1 OUTDOOR CLASSROOM

S1 pupils recently participated in the three-day, interdisciplinary project, the ‘Outdoor Classroom’ from Wednesday 8th May till Friday 10th May. The project was organised by Faculty Head of Technology, Mr Conboy, and Principal Teacher of Pupil Support Atholl, Miss Lyttle and took place both at school and at Strathclyde Park. Over the three days pupils took part in activities, such as: pond dipping, cycling, kayaking, bridge building, and problem solving exercises, all of which helped pupils work towards their John Muir award, and ensured that they had a fun learning experience. S1 pupils agreed that they thoroughly enjoyed the experience with so many school departments coming together to offer participants a diverse range of activities.

  

P7 CLUSTER POTTED SPORTS DAY

On Wednesday 8th May, Braidhurst’s cluster primary schools – Ladywell, Logans, and Muir Street, were invited to take part in a potted sports event which took place in the school’s sports barn. The day was a huge success with the P7 pupils being ably assisted by a group of Braidhurst pupil helpers. Well done to all involved!

U15 FOOTBALL – LANARKSHIRE CUP

The U15 school team recently competed against St Margaret’s High School in the semi-final of the Lanarkshire Cup. Braidhurst won on penalties after a 0-0 draw with Ryan Menzies being named as Player of the Match. Congratulations boys on reaching the final of the tournament.

ON MANGE UNE GLACE

First year French students have been learning how to talk about ‘Food and Drink’ and, as part of their course, they were asked to devise an unusual and delicious ice cream sundae in French. The responses were outstanding, showing imagination, flair and linguistic competency. After much deliberation, Mr Gardiner, Depute Head Teacher, chose the sundaes he considered best met the criteria for the task, as well as being the ones he would most like to eat! Winners were Jevan Beattie, Alexander Mathieson, and Courtney Connelly of 1A: Amy McCoull, Lucie Macis and Zoe Toms of 1L; Max Watson, Brooke Delaney and Dainis Sroms of 1M and Erynn Hough and Abigail Lees of 1R. Some of the winners are pictured here with their prize – a real ice cream sundae complete with chocolate flake, chocolate sauce and lashings of cream! Miam Miam!

SKILLS FOR LIFE AND WORK PROGRAMME

As part of the school’s ‘Developing the Young Workforce’ programme a group of 40 S4 pupils recently participated in a ‘Skills for Life and Work’ week. This programme guaranteed that pupils would gain seven additional qualifications and an improved CV before heading out on work experience for the remainder of study leave. Qualifications on offer included Emergency First Aid, REEHIS Food Hygiene, and Police Scotland’s ‘Keep Safe’ ambassador programme. The week ended with a presentation of certificates to pupils by MP for Motherwell and Wishaw Marion Fellows and Depute Leader of North Lanarkshire Council Paul Kelly, Head Teacher Mr Rooney and programme organiser Mr Clarke. Congratulations to all the pupils who took part in a fantastic week of learning.