Following applications and interviews we are delighted that Erin Burt and Rebecca McQuaid have been appointed as School Captains. Joining me on the interview panel were our chaplain Fr. Martin, Mr McHugh (DHT for 5/6) and Miss McGhee. I was deeply impressed by the performance of all those interviewed on the day – being interviewed by a panel of 4 is not an easy task but each and every one were great! Interviews for the House Captains will be taking place over the week.
We had our Information Evenings for Show My Homework for parents/carers of S1 and S2 pupils this week. This is a great resource that is intended to support the whole process of issuing and recording homework. The bonus is that parents can see at a glance the homework issued as well! I’m sure pupils love that!
A big part of Show My Homework is to use technology help engage parents. I am also keen that we use technology to issue letters and communicate with parents via email and will be trying to ensure we have correct email addresses for parents/carers to get this started as soon as possible.
The last blog included the Twitter addresses for the school and a number of departments. This is a great way of seeing what is happening in departments and a chance to showcase some of the fantastic work our pupils are doing. Examples are seen below.
We were delighted that the Parent Council and the PTA attended our Parents’ Information Evenings this week. Both these groups are a fantastic support to the school and I would encourage parents to get involved in these groups. Please let the school know if you are interested and we will put you in touch with our Chairperson, Stephen Verrechia (Parent Council) or Louise Torrance (PTA).
Our PTA have been focusing on social events to raise funds for the school. One way of doing this is the 50:50 Club. For a donation of £10 you are entered into 5 draws throughout the year with 50% of the money brought in going out in prizes. Contact the school for more details. The more we people we get involved, the more money raised for the school and the more prize money given out!
Forthcoming Events
- Thursday 14th September – Italian Visitors Arrive on Pistoia Exchange visit
- Friday 15th September – Innocents Conference (group of S4 pupils)
- Sunday 17th September – St Andrew’s Hospice Walk
- Tuesday 19th September – Senior Awards Ceremony
- Friday 21st – Monday 24th September – September Weekend
- Monday 2nd October – Parent Council & PTA AGM
- Friday 6th October – PTA ‘Hairspray’ Singalong
