Author: Mr Byers

This coming Tuesday February 8th we are planning to host an online drop in session for the parents/carers of next sessions S4-S6 pupils. During this time we will be able to provide feedback on SQA related issues, the upcoming option process and any matter concerning the Senior Phase qualifications

As a prelude to this we will post a short video on this website on Monday 7th February explaining the Senior Phase option process and the pathways into Further/Higher education and the world of work.

We hope that you can join us on Tuesday evening between 6.30 and 7pm when we will be available to answer any of your relevant questions. Parents will receive log in details by text on Monday.

SQA has confirmed that a package of support services – including some further help with exam revision – will be available for learners who are taking National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher courses in 2022.

This follows the significant modifications already made to course assessments at the start of the session to help reduce the volume of assessment and ease the workload of learners and teachers. Please click on the link below to access the latest update from the SQA.

SQA Qualifications  Further Support 2021-22

Unfortunately, due to ongoing Covid-19 restriction it is not possible for the upcoming S4 Parent’s Evening, scheduled for Tuesday 8th of February to take place in the school building.  However due to the importance of the event taking place we are proposing that the meeting will now happen online via our “Parents Evening Booking + Video” meeting system.

We have used this platform for previous Parents Evenings this session but we realise this will be the first time we have used this online system for S4 parents and pupils.  We realise that this is different to your past experiences of meeting your children’s teachers in person but we hope that it will be just as informative and beneficial in allowing you to further support your children with their education at Cumbernauld Academy.

With regards preparing for the meeting parents I have attached a link inviting S4 parents/carers along and detailing the timeline for booking and attending. Please click on the link below.

Parent-Video-Meeting-Invite-Letter-S4

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. These links can be accessed below.

Booking Information for Parents

Video Call Information for Parents

Frequently Asked Questions	Answers
When will I receive details on how to access the parents booking site.	The address details for the site are given on the Parent Video Meeting Invite Letter that accompanies this post
When will I be able to access the online site to begin booking time slots	The online site link will open for bookings from 7pm On Monday 31st January
How long will the booking site remain open	The booking facility will close 7 days later on Monday 7th February at 9pm.
How will I gain access to the booking system	You will be required to input information that matches the information we store in our system to gain access.
How many appointments can I make	You can make an appointment with each of your child subject’s teachers up to a maximum of 7.
Can I amend or cancel a booking	Once booked there is a facility to cancel or amend the booking(s)
Can I use my mobile device to meet with teachers	You can access the system via PC, laptop, Tablet or mobile devices.

 

 

The SQA are continuing to create key information for parents/carers and learners with regards their plans for the NQ exam diet 2022. Please click on the link below to access their latest blog

https://blogs.sqa.org.uk/qualifications2022/

An organisation called Young Professionals are running a Siemens Female STEM webinar on 27^th January to promote their apprenticeship routes that are all open now for applications.

There will be 3 female apprentices on the call and representatives from the Siemens recruitment team.

Please find below the sign up link for the Women In STEM Young Professionals event: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/Siemens-Event

 

 

Please click on the link below if you wish to donate via our Just Giving Page

Little Princess Trust Charity Donation

 

 

The Christmas Lunch for all pupils will be held on Thursday 9th December in the school canteen. On the morning of the lunch the canteen staff will be very busy with additional duties. As a consequence it is important to note that:

• Only the pod will only be open at the morning break
• Pupils are required to load their card with money as no cash can be used to pay for lunch on the day of the Christmas lunch.
• No pin numbers will be issued so please make sure pupils have their pin number to hand

A gentle reminder that pupils must wear your mask at all times in the canteen unless you they are exempt due to a medical condition.

To help increase the uptake of the flu vaccine in children aged 2 to 5 (not in school) NHS Lanarkshire is holding drop-in clinics for this age group. Details are published on NHS Lanarkshire’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Please attend the drop-in clinic in the area where you live. Children must be aged 2 years or older on 1 September 2021 to be eligible.

 

We are looking forward to the online S1 Parents Evening Event starting at 4pm today.

Unfortunately, due to absence the following staff will not be available this evening.

• Miss Anderson – Home Economics
• Mr Henderson – Technical