We have been delighted to welcome our pupils back to school this term. \u00a0We have had a very successful start with our pupils looking great in full school uniform. \u00a0This helps make them easily identifiable and brings a real sense of belonging. \u00a0The following provides an update to help keep you informed.<\/p>\n
As per guidelines, all pupils must wear a mask in school unless they are exempt. \u00a0If your child is exempt, you must provide a note for pupil support. \u00a0Please encourage your child to bring their own mask with them. \u00a0There are lots of hand sanitising machines around the school as well as bottles of hand sanitisers in classrooms. \u00a0Your child should use these regularly.<\/p>\n
Lateral flow testing kits are available from the school office, and we encourage all pupils to use at least twice a week. \u00a0Your child must have returned a consent form to be able to receive one.<\/p>\n
As a school we have erred on the side of caution throughout this pandemic. \u00a0Please do not send your child to school if they have Covid symptoms, been identified through track and trace as a close contact or have had a positive result from a lateral flow test. \u00a0You should book a PCR test as a matter of urgency. \u00a0Please keep us informed of all steps or if you need help or guidance.<\/p>\n
As you are aware we now finish at 12.30pm on a Friday. \u00a0There are various activities on a Friday afternoon throughout the school which your child is more than welcome to stay and enjoy. \u00a0These finish at 2.55pm. \u00a0If your child wishes to participate, they should speak to Mr Pryde (PE) to sign up.<\/p>\n
All data forms, ICT returns etc. (which were issued during the holidays) should have been returned to the school. \u00a0It is important that we have the most up to date contact details in case of an emergency. \u00a0This is the last year when Annual Data Checks will be issued on paper, in future you will be responsible for updating your child\u2019s record via North Lanarkshire Council\u2019s Parent Portal.\u00a0 Details of how to sign up for the portal were included in the paperwork issued during the holidays.\u00a0 Please contact the school office if you have problems accessing this.<\/p>\n
Your child should have brought home a letter about Flu Vaccinations which should be completed. \u00a0All forms should be returned to the school office as soon as possible.<\/p>\n
The first meeting of our Parent Group is scheduled for Tuesday 14th<\/sup> September at 6.30pm. \u00a0The meeting will be held virtually at present so you will be able to join us in the comfort of your own home with a coffee! \u00a0If you are interested in coming along or finding out more, please contact the Chairperson, Mr David Clark on dclark@phoenixss.co.uk<\/p>\n Unfortunately, we are still unable to hold Parent Meetings in the building. \u00a0We are therefore planning to hold a virtual meeting for our S1 Parents on the 9th<\/sup> of September 2021 from 6.30pm until 7.30pm. \u00a0This will enable us to give you some more information about the school, our procedures and processes. \u00a0Ms Kerr, the DHT responsible for S1, will speak about how we will report on your child throughout the session. \u00a0We will then break out into smaller \u2018rooms\u2019 where your child\u2019s pupil support teacher will briefly chat about their role in supporting your child.<\/p>\n There will be a virtual meeting on teams for S5\/6 pupils and parents. \u00a0This will include information on the courses your child is following, study techniques and how we support your child to access career advice. \u00a0We will also be discussing some of the leadership opportunities that are open to them. \u00a0This will take place on Wednesday 22nd<\/sup> September from 6.30pm until 7.30pm.<\/p>\n I hope you find the above information useful. \u00a0Working in partnership ensures the best education for your child. \u00a0If there is anything we can do to help, please do not hesitate to get in touch.<\/p>\n Click to CONTACT US<\/a><\/p>\n Please click Newsletter 29th Aug 2021<\/a>\u00a0to download this newsletter as a PDF<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" We have been delighted to welcome our pupils back to school this term. \u00a0We have had a very successful start with our pupils looking great in full school uniform. \u00a0This helps make them easily identifiable and brings a real sense of belonging. \u00a0The following provides an update to help keep you informed. Update on COVID … Continue reading Update from HT<\/span> \n
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