Today the weather has continued to be kind to us. This morning was action packed with everyone going on a variety of activities including sailing, kayaking, canoeing, rock climbing and a nature safari!! We are now all back to have lunch and to get ready for the afternoon adventures that await!! Here are a few pictures from this morning.
All posts by Mrs Docherty
Log Book Time
Recording the days events !!
Kilbowie Day 1
Everyone is having a great time at Kilbowie and making new friends already!! We have had trouble trying to post pictures so we hope we have better luck this time!!!p
Our Sponsored Walk
Today we had wonderful weather for our school sponsored walk along the leafy lanes and high spots of our local area. Rooms 1-8 set off this morning with great excitement and sang merrily as they walked through the basin and towards West End Park. Rooms 9-16 set off in the afternoon sunshine. Here are our pictures of the day.
Y
Silver for Syria
Our Pupil Council have responded to the current crisis involving the refugees from Syria who are looking to find a safe place to live away from war. They are working in partnership with St.Ambrose High School to raise money for refugees through their Silver for Syria Campaign. Children were informed of the campaign at today’s assembly thanks to the presentation from Francesca Marcucilli (Pr.5). Children are asked to donate any silver to make a giant silver heart. We will post pictures to show the progess of the campaign as it unfolds.
Primary 2, Room 4 – Mathematicians at work!!
The boys and girls of Room 4 were busy today working on a variety of mathematical challenges in the activity area today. They were happy to share their learning with their peers. Great work boys and girls!!
Ministerial Visit
Here are a few pictures of Monday afternoon’s visit by Cabinet Secretary for Education and Lifelong Learning, Angela Constance MSP. She visited the wonderful children of Pr.1, Room 2, and their teacher Miss Ross who was delighted to welcome a large group of visitors to her classroom. The children were wonderful hosts and were keen to share their learning with everyone. Well done to the boys and girls of Room 2, you did St.Augustine’s proud!!
Ministerial Visit
The school community were delighted to welcome Cabinet Secretary for Education and Lifelong Learning, Angela Constance MSP to the school this afternoon. She was welcomed at the school entrance by our newly elected House Captains who did a wonderful job of introducing themselves and informing her of their very important positions. On her arrival she met Mrs.Docherty and several other members of the local authority including Chief Executive for Learning and Leisure, Andrew Sutherland. Her planned brief chat extended to thirty minutes with a focus on the National Improvement Framework and the Scottish Attainment Challenge. The school feels very honoured to be involved in such discussions and for the opportunity to contribute to national debate. The Minister visited the Pr.1 pupils in Room 2 and got the opportunity to chat to the children about their learning. The children were a delight and made the Minister smile throughout her visit to the class. Plenty of successful learners and very confident individuals!!
The Week Ahead
This week will be a very important week for the school community as we host a visit by Cabinet Secretary for Education and Lifelong Learning, Angela Constance MSP. This is a great honour for the school and a wonderful privilege. Our esteemed guest will join us on Monday and will be introduced to NLC Chief Executive of Learning and Leisure, Andrew Sutherland and Curriculum Improvement Officers, Gillian Hanlon and Jim Beers. Our newly appointed Depute Head Teacher, Mrs. Margaret Maria Elliott will also join the welcoming party who will be involved in discussions around the National Improvement Framework. Our children know this very important visit will be taking place on Monday with a possibility that they may be filmed or photographed during the visit. Please ensure all forms are returned in order that permission is granted or not for such photography of your child.
This week several members of the staff will be out of school for staff training, this will involve training in regard of literacy and the Pope Francis Faith Award of which we will be a part of this year.
On Thursday our Pr.1 pupils will be photographed by the Advertiser. it goes without saying that all children will be in full uniform. Our uniform policy has been fully supported and our pupils look resplendent everyday. A great big thank you for your support in this regard. This gives a strong message in terms of how we present ourselves in the local community and the pride that we have in being part of St.Augustine’s community of faith and learning. Your children are a real credit to you all!!
On Friday we hope the weather looks kindly upon us for our sponsored walk along the leafy lanes of our locality. This is the school’s main fundraising event to raise money for school funds that will benefit all children throughout the school year. As a school community we thank you in anticipation of your generosity and support. Parents who would like to walk with us on Friday please contact the school. This will be an own clothes day and children have been reminded to dress appropriately for the walk and to prepare for inclement weather. Our fingers are crossed that we have a dry day and perhaps even some sun!!
Our Pr.7 pupils are due to leave on the 21st September for their visit to Kilbowie. Please ensure all payments are made in advance of next week. Thank you.
Road Safety Magic Show
Our pupils from Pr.1 – 5 were entertained at the beginning of the week with a Magic Show that had the aim of raising awareness about Road Safety. The school foyer resounded to the sound of laughter and chanting as children were entertained and learning at the same time.
