Firpark Primary School

Congratulations to our Cross Country Champions who came 1st and 2nd in the West of Scotland National Championship race at Bellahouston Park!

We have been very lucky over the past 8 weeks to have had Vince from Kami-Do Karate in Coatbridge teaching us new skills.

http://www.kamido.co.uk/

Here is some footage of Room 7 and Room 11 competing in the final Kata competition:

Cara was so proud of herself and worked so hard to get the 1st place trophy. Well done Cara! Ciar was delighted when he won the trophy for being the most improved in the class.

Vince has been so patient and encouraging throughout the Karate block and we can’t wait to see him again next year. Thank you from all of the boys and girls in the Junior Department at Firpark PS!

Congratulations to our graduates of the Windmill Cafe and Gardening Club!

Billy and Liam both received their CV’s and certificates from the Windmill Cafe detailing the programme of work they have completed over the past few months.

Nathan and Jack are pictured with their completed birdhouses that they made in the gardening club.

Thank you to Mrs Reilly and Mrs Brady for accompanying our boys to the clubs and supporting them through this wonderful experience!

Thank you all so much for your donations to the food bank.

All of the children looked great with their crazy hair and hats!

Firpark Primary School attended the West of Scotland Swimming PI/VI Gala in Blantyre Sports Centre yesterday.

The pupils who represented the school were complimented on their outstanding efforts and behaviour throughout the day.

Liam from Room 12 attended and won 3 first place ribbons.

Zak from Room 10 attended and won 2 second place ribbons.

Aiden from Room 9 attended and won a first place ribbon.

Myles, Lee and Lewis from Room 8 attended and won a second, two seconds and a third place ribbon.

Finally, Alex from Room 7 attended and won a second place ribbon.

So its fair to say that Firpark PS had a very successful trip!

Special thanks goes to I. McMeekin from Firpark HS for organising and inviting us and to all of the officials from Blantyre Sports Centre,  UWS and Firpark Secondary for helping us on the day. Thank you to Barry and Margaret for helping us on the day too.

Well done boys!

Have a look at the poster attached to see details of the fundraising events Firpark PS will be participating in over Easter.

A huge well done to our Cross Country Running Team who completed the West of Scotland Cross Country series after three tough races!

The boys and girls tried so hard at all three events and overcame some adverse weather conditions to represent their school.

Adam Mahjoub from Room 11 came 2nd place overall in the boy’s primary race and David Chisolm from Room 12 followed shortly after in 3rd place so they earned a silver and bronze medal for their efforts! WELL DONE!

Thank you to Miss Brolly, Mrs Brady and Miss Wallace who supported our team throughout the series.

Here is a selection of photos from the event:

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All of the boys and girls had a great day at our Sponsored Bounce!

We enjoyed different activities like basketball, the trampoline and our favourite – the bouncy castle.

Thanks to all of the Firpark families who continually support and sponsor the kids for these events.

Here is a link to see some of the photos from our fantastic day:

We were delighted to be presented with a brand new mini bus by representatives from the Variety Club, sponsors DPD Parcel Delivery and special guest Stephen Craigan last week.

The children and our VIP guests enjoyed a special presentation to celebrate it’s arrival and we are all super excited to explore our community in our brand new bus!

Here is a link to see some photos from our presentation: