Please click on the link below to access the Summer Placement application form.
Strathclyde University Space School – For S5 pupils.
The Faculty of Engineering at the University of Strathclyde is delighted to be offering the Scottish Space School programme again in 2024 for school pupils in S5 across Scotland. The programme will run at the University from Monday 10 – Friday 14 June 2024.
This will mark the 20th anniversary of the programme which was first held here at the University in 2005.
There are 80 places available on the week-long programme this year which will revert to being residential for the first time in several years. Therefore, attendees will stay in University accommodation for the duration of the programme.
Throughout the week, attendees will hear from staff at the University of Strathclyde who will provide an insight into studying and working in the field of engineering, as well as hearing from some of the world’s leading figures in space travel, including NASA Astronauts and engineers. Participants will also take part in a group project which they will present to a selection panel made up of staff from the University and NASA on the final day, with a prize for the winning team.
We ask that you bring this to the attention of S5 pupils who have a talent for mathematics and physical sciences. At the end of the programme in June, 8 lucky pupils will be selected to travel to Houston, USA in October 2024 to complete the ‘Learning Journey to NASA’ trip.
There is no cost associated with attending the programme in June, or the trip to Houston in October.
Further information is available on the Space School website here: https://www.strath.ac.uk/engineering/scottishspaceschool/.
All pupils who are interested in attending must apply using our online form which will be available at the link above from Friday 16 February 2024, when applications open.
The deadline to apply is Friday 15 March 2024 and decisions will be sent to all applicants by Monday 15 April 2024. In the application form, pupils are asked to supply the name and contact details for a teacher who can provide a statement in support of their application. After an application is submitted, the nominated teacher will receive an automated email which will include a designated link to the online application to submit their statement. We ask that teacher statements are submitted online by Friday 22 March 2024, in order for the application to be considered.
If you have any questions then speak to Mr Sheridan
S2 Parents/Carers Evening Wednesday 21st February
We are looking forward to welcoming the Parents/Carers of our S2 pupils along to Cumbernauld Academy on Wednesday 21st February 2024 from 4pm- 6:30pm.
This meeting will allow you to meet with your child’s teachers in person and gain feedback on attainment and progress across this session so far. It is hoped this information will allow you to further support your child as they progress into S2 and also with possible subject decisions for S3.
With regards preparing for the evening two links have been placed below.
The first link gives access to the formal invite letter that details the date and time of the event with information for parents on the procedure for accessing the booking site online. Please click below;
S2 Parent-Meeting-Invite-Letter-2024
The second link gives access to a help guide that gives step by step instructions on how to book time slots. This links can be accessed below.
Booking Information for Parents
Please find below some further points to note.
Any issues with booking please, in the first instance contact the school office.
- Teachers will be available from 4.00-6.20pm to undertake appointments. Only appointments that have been pre-booked up until 9pm on the 20th February can be taken
- Meetings are planned for 5 minutes. Some staff teach several classes and will be extremely busy so they may require to move on to the next parent at the end of this time
- A map will be provided on arrival at the school reception to explain the location of each teacher
S5/6 Option Choice Information 2024-25
Beginning next week the Pupil Support team will be conducting option interviews with our current S4 and S5 pupils as they prepare for choosing subjects for next session.
As you are aware this is a very important time of the year for all the pupils and parents/carers as it will not only determine courses and qualifications for next session but it also helps determine possible career pathways for their future.
With this in mind and to help inform parents/carers and pupils we have provided an option information booklet detailing the process and subject availability for S5/6. The booklets detail course aims, structure and qualification levels on offer.
Please click on the link below to access the S5/6 Option Booklet and the preliminary S5/6 Option Form for next session.
S5-S6-Preliminary-Option-Form-2024-5
Foundation Apprenticeship Webinar
SDS will be hosting a free webinar in partnership with National Parent Forum Scotland aimed to provide parents and carers with information on Foundation Apprenticeships and where they can lead.
The webinar and registration will be available via Teams Webinar.
More information about the event, including registration, is available here:
Option Choice Information 2024-25
Over the next two weeks the Pupil Support team will be conducting option interviews with our current S3 pupils as they prepare for choosing subjects in S4. As you will be aware this is a very important time of the year for all the pupils and parents/carers as it will not only determine courses for next session but it also confirms the possible routes for gaining future qualifications.
With this in mind and to help inform parents/carers and pupils we have provided an option information booklet detailing the process and each subject available for S4. These booklets detail course aims, structure and qualification levels on offer.
Please click on the link below to access the S3 Into S4 Option Booklet and the preliminary S4 Option Form.
Engineering Academy for S3 Girls
An exciting opportunity for any S3 girl who is considering a career in engineering. This four-day (non-residential) experience at the University of Strathclyde, will give you the opportunity to look at the different branches of engineering. Please see the attached flyer.
For more information please see Miss Gartshore or Mr Sheridan.
Weather Update Monday 22nd January
Cumbernauld Academy is open today and teaching is planned to go ahead as normal despite the overnight weather conditions.
SQA National Qualifications
There is lots to consider when completing your coursework and preparing for exams. The SQA have created “Your National Qualifications” booklet to help.
There are different types of coursework, including portfolios, practical activities, performances, assignments and projects. The type you do will depend on the course you are studying. The booklet contains information on modifications, sources and Artificial Intelligence. There is also guidance on the rules you need to know and understand when completing your coursework.
Your teacher can also explain all of this to you.
A copy of “Your National Qualifications” booklet is available to download by clicking on the link below
Head Teachers Christmas Message
Please click on the link below to access Mr Cairns’ Christmas Vlog
