READ TO SUCCEED

October 3, 2019 Mr Hamilton

On Thursday 19^th September a group of ten S1 pupils, accompanied by school librarian Mrs. Scott, attended the ‘Read to Succeed’ closing ceremony at St Ambrose High School. Pupils from across North Lanarkshire were brought together to celebrate the importance of reading and the many ways it can positively enhance their future careers.

The event was compered by author Keith Charters and included a keynote speech from Dan Freedman, the author of the highly successful football series ‘Jamie Johnson’, which has been televised for the CBBC channel. At the end of the ceremony each pupil was gifted a signed copy of ‘Born to Play’ by Dan Freedman, from the council’s Learning Hub, and had the opportunity to pose for a group photograph with Dan and their new books.

School Sports

U18 SCOTTISH CUP

October 3, 2019 Mr Hamilton

It was a great result for our U18 Boys in the first round of the Scottish Cup away to Bishopbriggs Academy. Four goals from Alistair Small, two from Kyle Semple and one from Max McGuigan, led to a fantastic result for Braidhurst.

Health and Wellbeing

SCHOOL OF NETBALL

October 3, 2019 Mr Hamilton

The school has recently launched a school of netball initiative for our first and second year pupils. Staff from the P.E department commend the enthusiasm shown by the netball pupils even at this early stage in the programme.

School Sports

GIRLS’ FOOTBALL

September 26, 2019 Mr Hamilton

On Wednesday 18^th September the girls’ football team had their first outing of the year as they competed in the junior and senior competitions of North Lanarkshire Active Schools. Well done to all of the girls who took part.

Whole School News

ST ANDREW’S HOSPICE AMBASSADORS

September 26, 2019 Mr Hamilton

The school’s St Andrew’s Hospice ambassadors for 2019-2020 are Marc Leslie, Caitlin Diggle, Chloe McDerment, and Sarah Leighton. Congratulations to each of the pupils who will be working on fundraising ideas and organising events over the coming school year. Mr Campbell, PT Science, will undertake to the role of co-ordinator between the school and the charity.

School Sports

STAFF vs PUPILS NETBALL

September 26, 2019 Mr Hamilton

The annual inter-house staff versus pupil netball match took place on Friday 20^th September and ended in a 10-10 draw. Both teams played spectacularly and the PE Department promises that they will arrange a re-match soon to decide the winner. The organisers would like to thank everyone who came along to the event and to all the staff who gave up their time to help out.

Whole School News

School Vision

September 23, 2019 Mr Hamilton

Thank you to everyone who participated in our recent survey to help us review and update our school vision. Please find below a summary of the responses from all those who took part on what was considered to be the most important:-

Staff	Parents/ Carers	Senior Pupils	Junior Pupils
Achievement	Attainment	Supportive	Achievement
Challenging	Achievement	Achievement	Inclusive
Aspiration	Aspiration	Attainment	Supportive
Supportive	Supportive	Opportunity	Opportunity

From this we had the following key words.

Key Words (in order)

Achievement/Supportive
Aspiration/Attainment
Opportunity
Challenging/Inclusive

We were keen to have a vision which would be short and snappy and yet sum up what is important at Braidhurst. Following discussion with groups of pupil and staff we have agreed on the following:-

Supporting Aspirations, Achieving Excellence

This sits well with our five key values:-

1. Integrity
2. Empathy
3. Respect
4. Trust
5. Courage

Thank you for ensuring your child comes to school in full school uniform as it makes everyone in the building easily identifiable. As winter approaches can we remind you that school lockers are available for winter jackets and other belongings to be kept during the school day. Pupils should continue to wear their blazer, shirt, tie, v-neck jumper or sweatshirt and school trousers/skirts throughout the day. School shoes/boots should be plain black.

It is pleasing to note that visitors frequently comment on how smart our pupils look and on the positive ethos in the school.