From August 2016 onwards we undertook a review of the school’s Aims, Vision and Values that were implemented when the new school building was opened in 2012. Pupils were involved through PSHE. Staff were involved through an Inservice Day event, Departmental Meetings and a Whole Staff Meeting. Parents were consulted through Parents’ Nights, the Parent Council and the PTA. All the information was collated and the following Aims, Vision and Values were produced. Aims, Vision & Values Feb 2017
You may have heard of the sad passing of Roger Hynd former PT of PE at the school, professional footballer and manager. His funeral arrangements are as follows: Tuesday 28th February at 1pm at the Linn Crematorium, 413 Lainshaw Drive, Glasgow, G45 9SP. We have had a number of enquiries from former pupils and staff as to the details of this.
It’s that time of year again when the 3rd year ASDAN pupils start their Easter fundraising for Guide Dogs. The chocolate filled knitted Easter Chicks are on sale now in the library for £1.00 and the ASDAN pupils will be coming round the classes soon. Happy Fundraising! Written by Mrs Leckie.
William and Pippa together with their Guide Dog Puppy Walkers Ann, Margaret and Claire visited to collect a cheque for £370.00. The money was raised by holding a Christmas fundraiser stall in the library. William, the larger dog, also received a beautiful blanket that had been crocheted by Mrs Creelman, one of our technicians. The staff knitting group have been knitting Guide Dog blankets for the Chatelherault Puppy Walkers Cohort for over a year and have gifted many blankets in that time. Pippa received her blanket as a tiny puppy. Fundraising has now reached £2,124.40. Thank you to staff and pupils of the school who have supported this charity since 2012.
Local colleges are starting to advertise August 2017 courses. If you are leaving school in the summer and considering college, then it’s important that you apply as soon as possible. Keep checking the careers website and notice boards in school so that you don’t miss out on information and dates. Remember you can also follow the careers twitter account @coltnesscareers https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/nl/coltnesshscareers/
Shine will be performing ‘Children of Eden’ from 14th – 18th March 2017 at Motherwell Concert Hall. More information available at: http://www.shineyouthmusictheatre.co.uk/production/children-eden For group bookings of 20+ call 07519 154907.
GOOD TEACHING & LEARNING ALERTS We show respect for each other MODERN LANGUAGES Pupil Of The Month The ‘Pupil of the month’ for December was won by – Cerys Smellie 3L2, Lillie Maxwell 1S1, Lewis Wilson 2L2 & Millie Baker 2S2 The focus for January will be homework – Handing your homework in on time, having your work presented neatly as possible and trying your best to complete all tasks assigned, going to see the teacher before it is due if you do not have it, lost it, can’t do it. Bracelona Trip 2017 Pupils can now start to pay up the remainder of their balance due – £350 by 3rd April. Squishy Bands Pupils & teachers can now purchase SQUISHY LANGUAGE BANDS for £1 in their classroom and
Rugby starts back this week with two opportunities to get involved. Tuesday lunchtimes offer S1 and S2 boys and girls the opportunity to play touch rugby, come along to the sports barn to get involved. Wednesday afterschool sees the start of the Wishaw Warriors training, an opportunity for S1 to S6 boys and girls to take part in contact rugby training with pupils from Calderhead, Clyde Valley and St Aidan’s High School. This replaces the Barbarians training at Dalziel park and should run this term from 3pm – 4.45pm, please bring outdoor kit and a mouth guard if you have one. Don’t worry if you have never played rugby before, coaches are on hand to offer advice and training. For more information speak to
The school’s careers convention will take place on Monday the 6th of February 2017 from 7pm to 9pm. All pupils and parents/carers are welcome. The following organisations will be attending.
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