Linda Broadhurst, Vice Chairperson, welcomed a large turnout of staff and parents to last week’s October meeting of the Parent Group. Linda extended a very special welcome to five members of the school’s Pupil Council.

As part of the school’s involvement in the National Anti-Bullying Campaign, the group delivered an interesting presentation on how the school tackles bullying and anti-social behavior. S1 pupils, Cara Sinnett and Iona Orr were joined by fourth year girls Claire Megahy, Brook Morley and Emma Shillady to speak about their experiences in school so far. All of the group spoke about how the school promoted positive relationships and encourage all pupils to work in a culture of ‘respect’. They were able to highlight the high levels of staff supervision and the range of opportunities available to pupils during break times.

The girls also spoke of examples of bullying behaviour they had experienced, either directly or through their friends and explained how victims were supported and those behaving inappropriately were tackled. Parent members of the group fired many questions at the girls and were greatly impressed by their confidence and sincerity.

The Pupil Council members with some member of the Parent Group at last week’s focus on anti-bullying week.

Back row (from left to right): Claire Megahy, Cara Sinnett, Morgan Shillady, Brook Morley and Iona Orr. Front row: Marina Megahy, Pamela Ferry and Esther Craig.

Congratulations to the Clyde Valley Maths team who recently performed so well in the North Lanarkshire Maths Challenge, held at the John Wilson Town Hall in Airdrie. The third year team was the youngest of all the competitors, and finished in a highly creditable 6^th place overall in the contest that involved all of North Lanarkshire’s 24 secondary schools. Elke Maclean, Liam Dunnachie, Louise Irving and Ewan Macdonald worked superbly as a team, tackling the various logistical tasks set during a demanding day’s work. The Clyde Valley team maintained the school’s proud record of delivering strong performances in this annual challenge.