Mrs N’s Notes, 30th October – 3rd November 2017

From monsters and ghosts, to motivational speakers and gardeners…I’ve had them all in Kirkshaws this week! This week saw my introduction to Hallowe’en, Kirkshaws style.  First of all I was amazed by the decorations that mysteriously ‘appeared’ in our hall, transforming the room for the disco.  HUGE THANKS to our Fundraisers, who took on that decorating task, left the decorations for the school to use on Tuesday, then magically made

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Hallowe’en Disco 2017

It’s time for the Monster Mash with those Ghostbusters!!  Dancing the night away at the Fundraisers’ Disco!  As you can see…we’re having a ball! HUGE thanks to all the parents, staff and friends of the school who gave up their time to plan, organise and run this event.  Another fabulous success for the Kirkshaws Fundraisers.

What’s on this week?

Another busy week in store for all at Kirkshaws; kicking off with Hallowe’en Disco fun on Monday evening. Don’t forget there is a change of menu for Scottish School Meals Week.  It is always best to discuss the menu with your child to make sure they know their options each day. We have student teachers from Glasgow University and work experience pupils from St Andrews High School joining us this

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Mrs N’s Notes, 23rd – 27th October 2017

“What did you do at school today?”  The question most parents ask at 3pm.  And the usual answer – “Nothing much!” Well here’s just a sample of the ‘nothing much’ that went on in Kirkshaws this week… On Monday our P.5-7 Enterprise kicked off with a bang, straight after our October holiday week.  Matt Stewart from Entrepreneur Me couldn’t congratulate our young people enough.  He was most impressed by their

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Homework Grids – October 2017

As requested, during our recent Family Learning Survey, we now aim to post homework grids on-line in addition to the paper copies issued in class.  It is anticipated that this will help when homework sheets are lost before they make it home.   P.1, Room 1 P.1 Homework – 6.11.17 P.1 Homework 13.11.17 P.1 Homework 20.11.17 P.1 Homework 27.11.17   P.1a, Room 2 P.1 Homework – 6.11.17 P.1 Homework 13.11.17

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Calendar of Events

Some provisional dates for your diary.  Remember, however, that some dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances at any time throughout the year. Calendar of Events 2017:2018 A paper copy of this leaflet can be obtained from the school office on request.  

The week ahead, starting Monday 23rd October 2017

There is lots going on in Kirkshaws this week. Our new Autumn/Winter lunch menu starts on Monday, plus there’s ALL THIS to remember!   Monday 23rd All P.5, P.6 & P.7 pupils will be taking part in our new financial education project, ENTERPRISE IS THE BUSINESS. Remember, all parents, carers, grandparents are welcome to join us from 1pm until 3pm.  You are welcome to watch us as we work, but

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Mrs N’s Notes…

As I pause to take stock of my first term here, I would like to take this opportunity to THANK YOU ALL for such a warm welcome to Kirkshaws Primary School & Nursery Class. It has been an extremely busy term, getting to know a huge number of individuals who make up the Kirkshaws Family.  The vital contributions made by the strong staff team, learners, Parent Council, Fundraisers and numerous

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Remaining Term Dates 2017/2018

Remaining term dates for this session. Please note pupils return on Thursday 16th August for the start of session 2018/2019. October 2017 October break: Monday 16 October 2017 to Friday 20 October 2017 November 2017 In-service day: Monday 20 November 2017 December 2017 – January 2018 Christmas and New Year holidays: Monday 25 December 2017 to Friday 5 January 2018 (inclusive) February 2018 Mid-term break: Monday 12 February and Tuesday

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