A great opportunity for Teachers, Parents and Pupils to learn about Foundation Apprenticeships (FA) within the Food Technology and Scientific Technology industries and the careers these can lead to:
New Year New Me – Club Sign-up
We had a great turn out at our club sign-up with many of our young people putting their name down to join one of our school clubs. This is to encourage all of our young people to help look after their own mental and physical health by trying something different this term. We continue to send the message to our young people that being more connected and active will have a positive effect on their mood and mental wellbeing. There is a wide variety of clubs running throughout the year with something to suit everyone. Pupils can still sign-up this week by speaking to Miss Dougall or Mrs Carlin.
North Lanarkshire Christmas Card Competition 2018 Winner
Millie Striker in S2 receiving a certificate from Provost Jean Jones as a winner of the North Lanarkshire Christmas Card Competition 2018.
Wee Christmas Lunch
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St. Andrew’s Day Debate
On the 3rd December, 2018, Melissa Rodger and Jude Watson attended the ESU St. Andrew’s Day Debate, held in the Scottish Parliament. Melissa participated wholeheartedly in three rounds of thought provoking debate and was a credit to the school. Jude had the ominous role of student judge in all three rounds and he was an excellent ambassador for Airdrie Academy. Both pupils had a fantastic experience and learned a great deal which they are keen to cascade to their fellow public speakers during their weekly lunchtime club.
Senior Prelims
A copy of the prelim exam timetable for S5-6 can be downloaded here:
Christmas Week
Monday 17th December
Periods 5 to 7 S1 and S2 Christmas Dance.
Evening 530pm to 7pm Mrs Claus aka Mrs Dewar’s Kids Christmas Party.
Tuesday 18th December–
Evening Senior Christmas Dance 7pm till 10pm
Wednesday 19th December–
Afternoon Airdrie Academy does “Strictly Come Dancing” with a range of performers aiming to win the “glitter ball” . THIS IS A TICKET ONLY EVENT FOR PUPILS.
Thursday-20th December
Christmas Services – Pupils and staff come together in their House Groups to reflect on Christmas and what this time of year brings. Our Chaplaincy team link in with their respective houses .
Period 1 (8.55) CLEDDANS
Period 2 (9.45) MONKLANDS
Period 3 (10.50) ROCHSOLES
Period 4 (11.40) FASKINE
Afternoon The House Quizzes – periods 5, 6 and 7
Friday 21st December-
Periods 1 to 4 Reward events – pupils who achieved the “green zone” will be out enjoying a range of activities and we say a massive well done to everyone who achieved the merit list. Thanks to all staff involved in organising and supporting the activities on offer; climbing wall, cinema and laser tag.
Lunchtime will be 1230-115pm as normal
School closes at 230pm.
Airdrie Academy wishes all of our pupils and their families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Christmas Card Winner
Congratulations to Millie Striker in S2 on winning Provost,
Mrs. Jean Jones, Christmas Card prize.
A superb achievement – Well Done!
Author Visit
As part of NLC’s Read to Succeed initiative, Airdrie Academy had the pleasure of welcoming writer and illustrator Oisin McGann. S1 pupils were treated to Oisin’s humourous presentation which focused on the types of books he writes, the inspiration behind his writing and the creative writing process. The school was gifted with a fabulous illustration which Oisin drew as he answered the many questions asked by pupils inspired by his talk. Pupils also had the opportunity to purchase a book
and have it signed.
All pupils are encouraged to read for pleasure and the school library has something to suit every reading age and ability. The school has recently received a large collection of new books so that all S1 pupils, recently welcomed into the school, can also gain the benefits of reading for pleasure.
Thanks for the visit Oisin!
Sporting Successes
Mr Ferguson from the PE department shared some recent updates on the prowess of some of our pupils;
Football
Congratulations to Lewis Buchanan and Craig Cumming S6, both boys had a trial for the Lanarkshire Select under 18s football squad and were successful in making this team.
NL Swimming
Hannah Anderson S1, Ethan Stewart S1, Beth Wilson S3, Gregor Bryson S3, Lewis Graham S4 and Marijus Kringelis S4 all competed at the North Lanarkshire Swimming Championships. All pupil achieved PB times in 1 or more races.
Ethan won: Gold in the 200 Backstroke, Silver in 100 Backstroke and Silver in 200 Freestyle.
Beth won: Silver in the 100 Freestyle, Bronze in the 100 Backstroke.
Gregor won: Gold in the 100 Backstroke, Silver in the 100 Freestyle, Bronze in the 100 Butterfly and Bronze in the 100 Breast.
Marijus won: Gold in the 100 Breast, Gold in the 200 Breast, Gold in the 200 IM, Silver 200 Freestyle.
Well done to all of the pupils listed!
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