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Future Fridays- Duke of Edinburgh/North Lanarkshire Challenge

The Duke of Edinburgh Award (Bronze) is open to pupils aged 14+ and will take place at Garrell Vale Community Centre, Kilsyth, Fridays 1.30-3.30pm. There are four sections to complete: helping the community/environment, becoming fitter, developing new skills, and planning, training for and completing an expedition. For more information go to https://www.dofe.org/do/

The North Lanarkshire Challenge is open to S1/2 pupils and will take place at the Tryst Sports Centre, Cumbernauld, Fridays 1.30-3.30pm. There are four sections to complete: a service to help other people, physical activity like a sport, game or keeping fit, learn or get better at a skill, and go on an adventure. For more information go to https://www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/learning-in-the-community/youth-work/north-lanarkshire-challenge

Numbers are limited for both activities so speak to Miss Small in S015 by Wednesday 3rd November if you are interested.

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Future Fridays- STEM Challenge starting Friday 5th November

Are you interested in STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics)? Come and take part in a STEM challenge focusing on water. Water access across the globe is one of the main topics at the COP26 climate conference taking place in Glasgow just now. Unfortunately, millions of people still do not have access to clean water, they have to walk and carry their water great distances, and it can be dirty and contain pollutants.

 

If you would like to know more about global water access and water waste and conservation in the home, speak to Mr Cairney or Mrs Watson (Science Technicians) to sign up.

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S5/6 Parents Evening – Wednesday 10th November

Unfortunately, due to ongoing covid restriction it is not possible for the upcoming S5/6 Parent’s Evening, scheduled for the 10th of November, 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.

This will be the first time we have used this online system and while we realise that this is different to your past experiences of meeting your children’s teachers in person 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 S5/6 parents/carers along and detailing the timeline for booking and attending. Please click on the link below.

Parent-Video-Meeting-Invite-Letter

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

Additionally, I have drawn up a FAQ table below that may help with your initial queries.

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 1st November.
How long will the booking site remain open The booking facility will close 6 days later on Sunday 7th November at 7pm.
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 5.
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.
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Changes to Pupil Support Team

We have made some changes to the Pupil Support Team following the appointment of Mrs Lamb as PT Inclusion.  Parents and Carers should be aware of the following changes:

Arran 1 – Mr Boyd will now share responsibility for Arran 1 Pupils with Mrs Milliken

Islay 2 – Mrs McGowan will now have responsibility for Islay 2 Pupils

 

All contact details can be found on the Pupil Support page on the website.

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REFORM OF THE SCOTTISH QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY AND EDUCATION SCOTLAND

WEBINAR session with Professor Ken Muir for parents/carers – Reform of THE Scottish qualifications authority and Education Scotland

About this Event

The Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills announced on 22 June 2021 the intention to replace the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and remove the function of school inspection from Education Scotland.   Professor Ken Muir, University of the West of Scotland, has been appointed to act as an independent advisor to the Scottish Government to consider and advise on the implementation of these changes and consider all functions currently delivered by both the SQA and Education Scotland.

Professor Muir wants to hear the views and ideas from all those with an interest in Scottish Education.   This webinar is an opportunity specifically for parents and carers with children and young people in education, to hear first-hand about this reform work, to express views and ideas about the kind of education system we want to see in Scotland for the future and to ask questions of Professor Muir.

When

The virtual webinar session will take place on Wednesday 27th October from 6 30 p.m. till 8 p.m.

How to book

Please use the link below to sign-up for the event.   The event will be held via Microsoft Teams Live and the link to join will be sent the day before to the email address used by participants to register.

Please click here to book – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/193601315747

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