Today was our Sports Relief Active Day.  Primary 4/5’s assembly on Monday explained why we run activities for Sports Relief and where the money raised goes to help others. They did a great job, well done P4/5!

Children came dressed in their sport clothes or anything red. They brought £1 to donate to this great cause.  Children participated in many activities during the day (including a house assembly!)

The winners of our Woodlands gym kit design challenge will be announced next week!

Responsible:  Article 17- You have the right to get information that is important to your well-being, from radio, newspaper, books, computers and other sources. Adults should make sure that the information you are getting is not harmful, and help you find and understand the information you need.

Safe: Article 27– Children have the right to food, clothing and other basic needs.  Children should not face disadvantage because of their circumstances.

We are so proud of this primary 5 pupil. This girl has donated 11 inches of her hair to the Princess Trust. It will be used to make wigs for children who have lost their hair due to illness.

She has also been sponsored for Spinal Muscular Atrophy and so far has raised £75 on her just giving page.

Responsible: Article 23- You have the right to special education and care if you have a disability, as well as all the rights in this Convention, so that you can live a full life.

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Jordan from Project trust came to speak to the boys and girls at assembly. She explained what it means to be a Global Citizen and what we can do to help ourselves, others in our community and all around the world. She continued after break time and worked with our Primary 6s.

Respected/Responsible:  Article 2 – All children have these rights, no matter who they are, where they live, what their parents do, what language they speak, what their religion is, whether they are a boy or girl, what their culture is, whether they have a disability, whether they are rich or poor. No child should be treated unfairly on any basis.

The boys and girls at Woodlands Primary School worked hard over Fairtrade fortnight.  They sold and bought Fairtrade chocolate and have helped raise an amazing £258.90.  The boys and girls( encouraged by Mr McMullan!) organised a tuck shop and Fairtrade raffle as well as performing at our pancake breakfast. Well done for raising awareness of giving farmers a fair deal.

Responsible: Article 36 – The right to protection from exploitation.

Today we were visited by Mr Dalziel. He spoke to the children about the rezoning proposal and allowed the children to have their say on the potential impacts of the proposal.

Included: Article 13 – You have the right to find out things and share what you think with others, by talking, drawing, writing or in any other way unless it harms or offends other people.

Article 17 – You have the right to get information that is important to your well-being, from radio, newspaper, books, computers and other sources. Adults should make sure that the information you are getting is not harmful, and help you find and understand the information you need.

Our house captains organised a House Assembly take over day.  They planned and presented a fabulous assembly with lots of information, fun games, singing and a house quiz.

Excellent Job, well done!

Responsible:  Article 12

You have the right to give your opinion, and for adults to listen and take it seriously.

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This week Primary 2 shared their learning on Pancake Day.  They described what pancake day is, where it comes from and its importance to Christian people.  They sang songs, performed a poem and played some pancake style games.

Respected:  Article 14

You have the right to choose your own religion and beliefs. Your parents should help you decide what is right and wrong, and what is best for you.

This week Primary 4 showcased their work on Scotland’s national poet.  They described his life and works and explained his importance within the Scottish context.  They sang songs and presented very well.

Nurture: Article 8 – You have the right to an identity – an official record of who you are.  No one should take this away from you.

Primary 6 were learning today about Global Goals.   They discussed the 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development.  If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.

Primary 6 designed comic book superheroes linked to global goals.  Their mission is to help end poverty, hunger and ensure gender equality.

Active: Article 17 – You have the right to get information that is important to your well-being, from radio, newspaper, books, computers and other sources. Adults should make sure that the information you are getting is not harmful, and help you find and understand the information you need.

Primary 7 have been learning all about the Global Goals.  They looked at different ways to create energy.  The categorised these power stations into two types (renewable and fossil fuel).  They followed up by creating fantastic models and information leaflets and presented them at assembly.  Informing the other children of the features linked to each type of station.

They are following up their learning with a Green City design project.  Mr Green can’t wait to see the innovative and imaginative designs.

Responsible:

Article 13 – You have the right to find out things and share what you think with others, by talking, drawing, writing or any other form.

Article 24 – Children have the  right to a clean and safe environment, and information to help them stay healthy.