{"id":64,"date":"2017-09-14T08:44:25","date_gmt":"2017-09-14T08:44:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/nl\/olhshtblog\/?p=64"},"modified":"2017-09-14T08:44:25","modified_gmt":"2017-09-14T08:44:25","slug":"14th-september-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/nl\/olhshtblog\/2017\/09\/14\/14th-september-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"14th September 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"

Following applications and interviews we are delighted that Erin Burt and Rebecca McQuaid have been appointed as School Captains. \u00a0Joining me on the interview panel were our chaplain Fr. Martin, Mr McHugh (DHT for 5\/6) and Miss McGhee. \u00a0I 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! \u00a0Interviews for the House Captains will be taking place over the week.<\/p>\n

We had our Information Evenings for Show My Homework for parents\/carers of S1 and S2 pupils this week. \u00a0This is a great resource that is intended to support the whole process of issuing and recording homework. The bonus \u00a0is that parents can see at a glance the homework issued as well! I’m sure pupils love that!<\/p>\n

A big part of Show My Homework is to use technology help engage parents. \u00a0I 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.<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

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We were delighted that the Parent Council and the PTA attended our Parents’ Information Evenings this week. \u00a0Both these groups are a fantastic support to the school and I would encourage parents to get involved in these groups. \u00a0Please 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).<\/p>\n

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 \u00a310 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!<\/p>\n

Forthcoming Events<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n