Mrs N’s Notes ~ 22 Feb
This week saw us start our new texting alert messages. We’ve had a few teething problems, but thank you to everyone who has worked with us to get this up and running. Can I remind all parents and carers to phone the school office first thing each morning if your child is not attending school. Our first priority is to ensure your child is safe. With your help we can make sure we start each day knowing that each Kirkshaws Kid is accounted for.
Our Netball and Football teams both performed well this week. As well as impressive results during their matches, I am also delighted to report they were excellent ambassadors for our school; showing sportsmanship and resilience throughout. The same goes for our Cross Country athletes. We are delighted that so many have made it through to the area finals.
Science Week was a huge success. All of our learners, from the youngest in our nursery class to our P.7 pupils, took part in practical investigations. During our Pupil Voice assembly today we had fabulous feedback about what went well; working with a partner, working with a group, problem solving, surprising finds, new knowledge about variables, hypotheses and measuring outcomes. However, our pupils are never satisfied…we also have a range of ideas of how we could improve the week. (Needless to say, explosions and potions are top of the list!) We will pass all of these ideas on to Mr Gall, who has been the driving force behind this focus week.
Our nursery parents enjoyed their first Coffee, Cake & Catch Up meeting this week. As well as having the chance to get to know other parents, the group also took the chance to review some recent policy developments. We welcome all opportunities to plan collaboratively with you, so look forward to more of this.
Our out of school hours learning opportunities are well underway now. As the photos above show, it is not just teachers who do the teaching in our school. You will see parents, students and sports coaches all acting as role models and mentors for our learners. Active learning at its best! Many thanks to everyone who volunteers to share their time, energy and talents for the benefit for our children – we really couldn’t do it without you!
Looking ahead to next week, remember our Fundraisers are holding a Bingo Night next Friday, 1st March. Good Luck!
