It has also been a busy time for our cross country runners. Two teams from Calderhead High School participated in the Scottish Schools Athletic Association Cross Country Championships at Dechmont Law on 5th March and contended with mud, biting wind, freezing rain and undulating ground to finish the course in good time.
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Teams from S1 –S3 also participated in the North Lanarkshire Schools Cross Country on 16th March, again in very wet conditions. Well done to all the participants, particularly for coping with such challenging conditions. The S1 Girls “A” team finished 12th, the S1 Girls “B” 27th,  the S1 Boys 21st, and the S2 Boys 15th. Well done everyone!
Following the recent Scottish Youth Parliament elections, we are pleased to announce that the successful candidates who will be representing the Airdrie/Shotts consistency are Sarah Quinn and Chris Costello.Â
Congratulations to both candidates and we look forward to them visiting the school and pupils in the future.
You can access our school handbook here or by clicking the link on the left hand side of the page.
Copies of the handbooks will be distributed to our cluster primary schools. However, we would be delighted to answer any further queries parents or carers might have – please contact us by telephone at 01501 826701 or by emailing HT@Calderhead.n-lanark.sch.uk
With Spring just around the corner, check out the Countryside News letter to discover some of the excellent outdoor activities available in North Lanarkshire in March and April.
S2 pupils Bekki, Emma, Lewis, Emma, Erin, Jordan, Kirstin and Amy and senior pupils, Ceinwyn, Dean, Jason, James, Kate and Samantha recently competed in the annual Rotary Club Technology Challenge held at Kilsyth Academy.
The four teams from Calderhead High School had to design a remote controlled vehicle which would fit under a bridge and clear debris from a pipe. All teams thoroughly enjoyed designing, testing and creating their vehicles and the opportunity to try out some new tools. All pupils represented the school incredibly well. It’s worth noting that 64% of our participants were female, more than any other school.
Pupils can still redeem their World Book day tokens online through the Scholastic Book Club until 20th March. This is a great way for pupils and their parents and carers to choose books together and features a wide range of titles with prices starting from just £2.99. You also help to support our school – every £1 you spend will earn 20p for our school in Scholastic Rewards.
There’s never any obligation to order but if you would like to buy anything, you can order online and pay  by credit or debit card and don’t forget to enter the number of World Day Book tokens at the checkout to claim your £1 off.
If you choose ‘school delivery’ you will benefit from free post and packing to the school – please remember to add the pupil’s name and class. The books will then be delivered to the school and given to your child.
The second Calderhead ‘Beat the Teacher’ race took place at lunchtime on 10th March 2017.
Despite predictions that Mr Higgins was a strong contender for first place, congratulations to Connor in S2 who finished first (just ahead of the  Mr Higgins).
Well done to all the staff and pupils who participated.
Calderhead High School pupils will be joining young people all over Scotland to cast their votes in the Scottish Youth Parliament elections, which are taking place from the 3rd to the 17th of March, 2017.
Elections for the SYP are held every two years and young people aged 14 to 25 are eligible to vote to elect Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament (MSYPs). The Scottish Youth Parliament is a politically-independent organisation that aims to represent the young people of Scotland. It is made up of around 150 young people aged from 14−25 across Scotland. Every constituency area can elect a MSYP to represent the views and opinions of young people. In addition some MSYPs also attend representing Voluntary Organisations. The SYP meets three times a year to listen to and recognise the issues that are most important to young people, ensuring that their voices are heard by decision-makers.
Calderhead High recently enjoyed a visit from Sarah Quinn, one of the five candidates standing for the Wishaw/Airdrie constituency. You can see the other candidates online. Â https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYOJSRTuW08
Calderhead High School’s Parent Council is holding a Quiz Night on Friday 24th March 2017 from 7pm to late at Shotts Bowling Club.  Entry is £10 per team.
Please come along and support your Parent Council. For more information,  contact the school on 01501 826701.
International Women’s Day is celebrated on 8 March every year. It is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity.
International Women’s Day was marked at Calderhead High School with displays in the library and a powerpoint featuring inspirational women.
“A feminist is anyone who recognizes the equality and full humanity of women and men.” (Gloria Steinem)
With Spring just around the corner, check out the 
Calderhead High School’s Parent Council is holding a Quiz Night on Friday 24th March 2017 from 7pm to late at Shotts Bowling Club.  Entry is £10 per team.
International Women’s Day is celebrated on 8 March every year. It is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity.
International Women’s Day was marked at Calderhead High School with displays in the library and a powerpoint featuring inspirational women.