Cumbernauld Academy Sustainability Committee: ‘New To You’ event will now take place at lunch on Thursday 8th June, in the assembly hall. Thank you for your kind donations so far. We now have enough clothes but are still accepting: sealed and unused cosmetics, games/toys, books/DVDs and home items. All items must be in good condition for someone else to use and love. On the day of the event, all pupils are invited to the hall to choose a new item at no cost. Pupils can drop off donations at Miss Small’s room (S015).
Education Maintenance Allowance
New online application form 2023/2024
We would like to take this opportunity to inform you that the new EMA application is now live for age eligible pupils to apply for the new session 2023/2024.
The link below will take you to the form.
SAAS Application Workshops 2023
About this event
If you live in Scotland, intend to study at college or university and meet our eligibility criteria Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) will pay your tuition fees directly to your institution. Fees paid are non-repayable if you study in Scotland, but you must remember to submit an application every year. We also offer loans and bursaries to help support you with your living-costs.
Our key aim is to ensure that pupils and parents/carers have a good understanding about the funding available to them and how to access it, to enable them to make informed decisions about progressing into higher education. During this workshop, you will receive both our funding presentation plus assistance with updating/cancelling your course (if you need to) due to exam results.
Please ensure you have the following things for the workshop:
- The name of the College/University and course you intend to study
- National Insurance number, if applying for a student loan
Following our presentation you will have the opportunity to ask questions to help with your individual circumstances whilst completing your application.
The workshop will be hosted on MS Teams, joining instructions will be sent out prior to the event.
Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/saas-application-workshop-2023-tickets-568210211037
COPFS Speaking Competition
Congratulations to Layla & Phoebe, who were announced as the winners of the South Strathclyde, Dumfries & Galloway Sheriffdom final of the COPFS Speaking Competition, presenting their speeches on why “We can’t have climate justice without climate reparations” . We are so proud of their dedication and hard work !
The girls are already preparing their speeches for the National Scottish Semi-Finals which will take place in May.
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Holiday and INSET Day
The school is closed on Monday 1st May for all staff and pupils. Staff will return on Tuesday 2nd May for INSET with all pupils returning to school on Wednesday 3rd May. We hope everyone has a relaxing extended weekend.
S3 Examinations
Attached is a letter for Parents / Carers and a summary for the upcoming S3 Examinations.
Study Leave
Study leave for those sitting SQA examinations will commence on Monday 24th April and run until Friday 2nd June inclusive. All pupils will return to school on Monday 5th June to start their new timetable.
We wish all pupils the best of luck with their examinations, with a special mention to those who will be moving on to pastures new following the conclusion of the exam diet.
Sustainability Committee
Cumbernauld Academy Sustainability Committee presents: New To You! From Monday 13th March, pupils can drop off items they no longer use at Mr McNamara’s room (F057). We are accepting: clothes for all ages/sizes (must be washed), accessories, sealed and unused cosmetics, games/toys, books/DVDs, home items. All items must be in good condition for someone else to use and love. On Thursday 23rd March at lunchtime, all pupils are invited to the hall to browse and choose a new item for free (depending on supply). There is no money involved and pupils will not be ‘buying’ items. This is not a shop or charity fundraiser, but a way of encouraging sustainable habits and reducing consumption. See Mr McNamara, Mrs Murray or Miss Small for more information.
Mark Scott Leadership for Life Award
Steve Mackenzie delivered a presentation to S5 pupils on the Mark Scott Leadership for Life Award. For more information on what this award is, follow the YouTube links below:
(55) Mark Scott Leadership for Life Award – YouTube
(55) A Legacy – 25 years of the Mark Scott Leadership for Life Award – YouTube
(55) Mark Scott Leadership for Life Award – 2020/21 Projects – YouTube
To sign up, follow the link below or scan the QR code.
https://www.outwardbound.org.uk/apply-online
If you have any questions, please email Mr Sheridan nlsheridang@northlan.org.uk
S2 Parent / Carer Consultation Evening
We are attempting to fix the technical issue that is stopping appointments being booked correctly. We are sincerely sorry for the inconvenience and will hopefully have this issue resolved as soon as we possibly can. Please bear with us.
