JUNE 2025
We are very proud of our pupils at Calderhead and we would like to feature the wider achievements outside of school of one or two pupils each month.
Myren is a highly dedicated and accomplished individual whose achievements span across sport, music, volunteering, and personal development.
A committed athlete, Myren swims competitively for the Fauldhouse Penguins as part of their national squad. She has earned medals at both regional and national levels, including standout performances at the Scottish Schools Swim Championships and the 2024 North Lanarkshire Schools Swim Championships, where she secured 1st place in the 200m Butterfly and 2nd in the 100m Butterfly. In addition to pool swimming, Myren also competes in open water swimming events at a high level.
Beyond her own training and competition, Myren gives back to her community by volunteering weekly with the Learn to Swim programme at her club, helping young children develop essential swimming skills.
Myren’s talents extend into the arts, having played the piano for over a decade. She enjoys playing and singing for fun, showcasing her creativity and love for music.
Her commitment to service is further demonstrated through her volunteer work with NHS Lanarkshire, where she supports the Care of the Elderly unit at Wishaw General Hospital. This role highlights her compassion and dedication to helping others.
Myren also participates annually in the St Andrew’s Hospice 6K, a charity event close to her heart following the loss of her grandfather to cancer. She has proudly placed in the event each year and took on the Ben Nevis Challenge in his memory, combining physical endurance with personal tribute.
Myren exemplifies the spirit of wider achievement through her excellence in sport, dedication to volunteering, artistic expression, and meaningful community involvement.
SEPTEMBER 2025
A huge round of applause to Lewis Fraser (S3), who continues to make outstanding progress at Shotts Karate Club (WKC), advancing from yellow to green belt durin
This wasn’t just a belt change – it was a testament to Lewis’ unwavering commitment and hard work. He’s been training with focus and determination, mastering adult-level techniques with maturity well beyond his years. His progress reflects countless hours of practice, resilience, and a deep respect for the discipline of karate.
Lewis’s impact goes beyond his own journey. He has become a role model for younger students, leading by example with humility and encouragement. Whether it’s helping others with their skills or simply turning up with a positive attitude, Lewis embodies the spirit of the dojo.
His achievement is a proud moment for the club and our school. A reminder that with dedication and enthusiasm, great things are possible.
Keep pushing forward, Lewis. We’re all behind you!
Sports Ambassadors:
Congratulations to Jessica and Ava (S4), who are our new Sports Ambassadors for session 2025-26.
First Aid Training (June 2025):
Congratulations to the 48 young people who completed Level 6 Emergency First Aid at Work training. Well done on your achievement and the engagement you demonstrated
Awards Ceremony:
Thank you to the members of our Calderhead community who attended our Awards Ceremony in June 2025.
Myren was our School Dux, and Aaron Proxime Accessit.
Congratulations to all prize winners – we are so very proud of you
OCTOBER 2025
This month, we celebrate one of our pupils and one of our parents.
Harry is pictured below representing Scotland and the Welsh Home Pony International.
Well done, Harry!
We are delighted to congratulate Audra MacPhee, chair of our parent council, on winning the Provost’s Award for Community Volunteer 2025. Audra’s commitment and dedication to our school community are invaluable, and this award is well-deserved.
Congratulations Audra
Fundraising Football Match:
The S6 prom committee organised a staff v S5/6 pupils football fundraiser on Friday, 19th September. After a close first half, the staff managed to secure a 1-0 lead at half-time thanks to a Mr Russell goal, much to the delight of the S1 fans! The second half saw the pupils dominate possession and manage to equalise through Logan. The staff scored a penalty to take the lead before Andy (one of our janitors) fouled inside the box, with Kieran Morrison keeping composed to score. With the staff team tiring, some nice play ended with Rhys scoring from close range to secure a 3-2 win. The game was played in great spirit, and the S1 spectators were a great source of support for the staff team. Thanks also go to the committee for their planning and organisation, which ensured the event was highly successful and enjoyed by both participants and spectators.
NOVEMBER 2025:
Dance Trip – ‘Six the Musical’:
The Calderhead Dancers had the opportunity to attend @DanceBase and participate in a dance workshop, with some shopping and sightseeing in Edinburgh before attending the brilliant ‘Six the Musical’ an the Edinburgh Playhouse.
St Andrews 6k Schools Event
Well done to all our young people & staff who took part in the @StAndrewHospice 6K schools event in October.
Congratulations to Myren for her fourth consecutive top 3 finish and Mr Krievs for a top 10 overall staff place.
Wider Achievement in Music:
Congratulations to Flynn (S4) and Logan (S2), who competed at the World Solo Drumming Championships. Flynn placed 6th in the 14 and under MSR category and Logan placed 8th in the 14 and under March category. A super achievement for both boys and we’re all very proud of them.
More congratulations for Flynn, who has been offered a place in the National Youth Pipe Band of Scotland’s senior band. The band rehearses throughout the year culminating in their end of year concert at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall.
Well done to Christopher, S3, who performed in Big Fish the Musical with Shotts St. Patrick’s Amateur Opera Group at the Howden Park Centre in Livingston
DECEMBER 2025
MSVP By-election:
We are very proud of our S6 School Vice-Captain Darcy who was successfully voted in as one of the MSYP’s for Airdrie and Shotts.
Lanarkshire Football League:
Coatbridge HS 2-3 Calderhead HS
Calderhead High School began their first Lanarkshire Football League fixture with energy and intent, controlling large spells of the opening half.
Battle of the Bands:
Congratulations to our rock band, The Out Crowd, on making the final of NLC’s Battle of the Bands competition. We’re all very proud of you and can’t wait to cheer you on
Children in need:
Congratulations to our senior pupils who organised a dress down day & talent show to raise funds for the Children in Need charity. There was lots of talent on display as well as plenty of laughs! This was all organised by our excellent S6 pupils who helped raised £923.90.
JANUARY 2026
Gold School Sport Award
We are delighted that Calderhead has been awarded a sportscotland Gold School Sports Award!
The Gold School Sport Award is recognition of the school’s achievements in putting sport at the heart of our planning, practice and ethos.
The Gold Award also highlights that our school has shown excellent practice across the core areas of the Award and demonstrates an on-going commitment to increasing young people’s opportunities and engagement in physical education, school sport and leadership and providing clear pathways to life-long participation in sport.
I am sure you will join us in congratulating Demi Mitchell, our Active School’s Coordinator, Nicola Wilson PT of Health & Wellbeing and all our PE staff. We are so grateful for their hard work and dedication.
We will hold an official event to celebrate this achievement further.
FEBRUARY 2026
Calderhead High School is proud to celebrate the achievements of Lewis, one of our talented pupils, who has earned the title of British 125cc Speedway Champion. Lewis has built a strong reputation in youth speedway through his skill, determination, and consistently impressive performances across national championship events.
His success includes standout rides at major venues such as the National Speedway Stadium in Manchester, where he has demonstrated exceptional control, speed, and competitiveness against some of the best young riders in the country.
Lewis continues to be an inspiration within our school community, showing what hard work, resilience, and passion can achieve. We look forward to seeing how his speedway journey develops in the years ahead.
MARCH 2026
Reeltime Music
This is a recording of an original song written and performed by a group of our S2 and S3 pupils who have had the opportunity to work with Reeltime Music in school. This support was delivered over 6 sessions. The Reeltime team were very impressed by the commitment of the group during the full process.
https://samply.app/p/5dfGbe2BauCfIIUrUKp8? si=wWNowevCnbd7KLwU4Yd6AGjGNKm2
Rock Fest
We are delighted to share the outstanding achievement of a group of our senior pupils who recently qualified for the final of NLC Rock Fest. Their journey to the final is a testament to their dedication and musical prowess. The group’s performance captivated the audience with both their technical skill and stage presence.
The talented ensemble featured:
- Layla – Rhythm Guitar and Vocals
- David – Lead Guitar
- Lewis – Bass Guitar
- Zoie – Drums
Each pupil brought their unique strengths to the group, blending seamlessly to create a powerful and memorable performance. Layla’s vocals were superb and rhythm guitar anchored the set, while David’s lead guitar work added flair and precision. Lewis provided a solid foundation on bass, and Zoie’s dynamic drumming energised the entire performance.
Celebrating Excellence
Huge Congratulations to senior pupil, Chloe!
We are absolutely delighted to announce that Chloe has been nominated for the Apprentice of the Year Award at New College Lanarkshire’s prestigious Apprenticeship Awards. This recognition is a testament to her exceptional dedication and outstanding achievements throughout the Foundation Apprenticeship Social Services: Children & Young People course.
Chloe’s nomination is not just a personal triumph—it is a moment of immense pride for our entire school community. Her journey reflects the values we hold dear. We believe that success is not simply an outcome, but a result of consistent effort, resilience, and a willingness to take action. Chloe embodies these principles, setting a shining example for her peers and demonstrating what can be achieved when ambition is matched with hard work.
Fire Reach
We are exceptionally proud of a group of S3 pupils who took part in the Fire Reach programme, in partnership with Scottish Fire and Rescue Service. Our young people spent the week working with instructors at Coatbridge Fire Station. This valuable experience allowed our pupils to experience life within the Fire and Rescue Service. Throughout the week, they were involved in several exciting and engaging training activities which not only provided an insight into this career, but also allowed them to build core skills such as teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and self-confidence, equipping young people with tools they can carry into further learning, volunteering, or employment.
Wider Achievement
Huge congratulations to Lee who successfully achieved his Cycle Ride Leader Certificate.
A cycle ride leader qualification, is a training certification that equips individuals to safely plan, organize, and lead group bike rides. It focuses on risk management, group management, communication, and navigation for on-road and path riding.
Well done Lee – you smashed it and we are so proud!
APRIL 2026
Scottish Solo Snare Drumming Champion
Huge congratulations to Flynn on winning the 2026 Scottish Juvenile Solo Snare Drumming Championship. Flynn placed first in section 4, 16 and under, in the Scottish championship organised by the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association. The contest was held at Inveralmond Community High School on Saturday 28 March.
Well done also to Logan who was awarded 6th place for Section 3, 14 & under March, Strathspey & Reel at the RSPBA Scottish Juvenile Solo Snare Drumming Championships. We are all very proud of you.
Youth Empowerment Red Carpet Event
Yesterday we were invited to a Youth Empowerment Red Carpet Event, a celebration for the young people from Calderhead High and St Aidan’s High School who participated in the production of videos for the Community Board Youth Campaign.
We celebrated the young people’s hard work, enjoyed the movie themed awards ceremony, and had the opportunity to support the young people who participated in youth engagement activities.
Congratulations to all those involved.
