Author: Mr Byers

We are looking forward to welcoming along to our online event this Wednesday evening the parents/carers of our S5/6 pupils. We anticipate that this evening will run smoothly and to further support its success there are just a few points to highlight. Namely:

• Teachers will be available from 4.00-6.20pm to undertake appointments.  Only appointments that have been pre-booked up until 9pm tomorrow night (Tuesday 15th Nov) can be taken
• Meetings will be open for up to 4 minutes at which point they will automatically close. There is a 1 minute buffer built in between appointments to allow staff and parents to prepare for their next meeting
• The video technology in use requires that participants have a web cam and microphone. This should be tested prior to the meeting starting
• Chrome (internet browser) is recommended for use on a laptop/PC/Tablet or smartphone as it’s best for connectivity.  Safari (internet browser) is recommended for iPhone/iPad.
• Microsoft Teams, Zoom or any other software that may have control over your microphone/webcam should be closed before joining the parents evening video meeting
• If you encounter a grey screen where you expect a video meeting it is an indication that your device/computer cannot connect to the video meeting server.  If possible, we recommend trying a different internet connection or even a different internet browser. If still unsuccessful and if you have access to another device then it should be used.

Video help guides are available in a previous post should you require further assistance.

 

The upcoming S5/6 Parent’s Evening is scheduled for Wednesday 16th of November. This meeting will take place online via our “Parents Evening Booking + Video” meeting portal.

This will be the second year we have utilised this online system and we hope that you will continue to find this digital arrangement informative and beneficial in allowing you to further support your children with their education at Cumbernauld Academy

With regards preparing for the parents meeting I have attached a link inviting S5/6 parents/carers along and detailing the timeline for booking and attending. Please click on the link below.

CA Parent-Video-Meeting-Invite-Letter-1

I have also placed a link to a step-by-step guide and to a short video that give instructions on how to access the online system, book time slots and meet with staff via the digital platform on the night. This links can be accessed below.

Booking Information for Parents

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The Prelim Exam timetable for S4-6 Pupils working towards National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher qualifications in 2023 has now been published.

All pupils undertaking exams during this period are advised to take note of the dates well in advance of the start of the exam diet and plan a study timetable. This will hopefully maximise their chances of success.

As a word of caution can I ask that pupils check back the day before their exam to confirm timings or/and venues on the timetable.

Please click on the following link to access the Prelim Exam timetable.

CA Prelim Exam Timetable 2022

Dear Parent/Carer,

Please see below details for school transport arrangements

Cumbernauld, Abronhill Journey.

POINT – BOARDING/ALIGHTING BOARDING TIME (AM)
1 – BLACKTHORN RD AT CHESTNUT AVE (BUS STOP) 07:55
2 – WHITELEES RD (OPP POST BOX) 07:57
3 – MOSS RD AT BLACKTHORN RD (BUS STOP) 08:00

Many Thanks,
NLC Education

In the event of needing to contact Cumbernauld Academy regarding your son or daughter please email your child’s Pupil Support teacher with any curricular/well-being issues or relevant updates.

Pupil Support teachers will be in contact as soon as it is possible for them depending on class commitments and other tasks.

Email addresses for each Pupil Support teacher is below.

Arran 1 (A1) – Mrs Milliken  nlmillikenj@northlan.org.uk

Arran 2 (A2/3) – Mr Sheridan  nlsheridang@northlan.org.uk

Islay 1 (I1) – Miss MacLeod  nlmacleodf@northlan.org.uk

Islay 2 (I2/3) – Mrs McGowan  nlmcgowanm@northlan.org.uk

Skye 1 (S1/3) – Mrs McMillan  nlmcmillanj1@northlan.org.uk

Skye 2 (S2) – Mr Preston  nlprestons@northlan.org.uk or Mr Boyd  nlboydm@northlan.org.uk

Revised Times

Following on from the delivery of pupil exam results on Tuesday 9th August the Pupil Support team and relevant members of the Senior Management team will now be in school between the hours of 9.30- 12.30pm on Thursday 11th August to support and direct S5/6  pupils who are wishing to change into alternative and available courses.  If pupils can’t make it into school during this time then arrangements can be made when pupils return to school on Wednesday 17th August. 

 

As our Senior phase pupils undertaking exams at N5, Higher and Advanced Higher prepare to go on study leave from this Friday we thought it important to share  with you the “Your Exams 2022” booklet from the SQA.

This schools edition reviews all the important points that pupils and parents should be aware of with regards the forthcoming exam diet that beings on Tuesday 26th April.

Please click on the link below to access the digital version of the document

SQA-Your_Exams2022

In support of Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2022 running from 7^th March 2022 – 11^th March 2022 the Vocational Education Team are hosting a number of information sessions on Vocational Education & Foundation Apprenticeships available throughout North Lanarkshire.  This is an excellent opportunity for pupils, parents and employers to find out more about the programmes on offer.

Each session will be tailored to specific groups to provide information on the programmes currently available, how they work, how they help young people on their career journey and how they help employers to support their future workforce needs. 

Please see below links for people to attend these insightful sessions, 

Date	Time	Eventbrite Link	Target Audience
Tuesday 8th March	6:00pm – 7:00 pm	https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/288495556977	Pupil & Parents
Thursday 10th March	2:00pm – 3:00pm	https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/288514483587	External Employers
Friday 11th March	2:00pm – 3:00pm	https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/288519909817	Open Session

Over the next few weeks the Pupil Support team will be continuing to conduct option interviews with our current S2- S5 pupils. As you will be aware this is a very important time of the year for all the pupils and parents as it will not only determine courses for next session but it confirms the possible routes for gaining future qualifications and potential leaver destinations.

With this in mind and to help inform parents and pupils we have provided draft option forms for S5/6 and S3 into S4. Additionally we have provided option information booklets containing each subject available for S5/6 and for S4. These booklets detail course aims, structure and qualification levels currently and potentially on offer.

Please click on the link below to access the appropriate booklet and option form.

S5 and 6 Option Booklet Master 2022-23

S5-S6-Final-Option-Form-2022-23

S4 Into S5 Options – FAQ

S3 into S4 Option Booklet Master 2022-23

S3-S4 Draft Option-Form-2022-2023

 

In the latest blog post from the SQA, Gill Stewart, Director of Qualifications Development at SQA, provides an overview of support for learners taking National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher courses in 2022.

Please click on the link below to read the post

SQA Support for learners taking National Qualifications in 2022 – an overview