So, it is that time again in a four year cycle – the World Cup is nearly upon us. To tie-in with this the Librarian and Pupil Librarians have put up a display of books about football, flags and maps.
June 8, 2010
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June 8, 2010
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P7 Visits
A big welcome to our Primary 7 pupils who are visiting the school on Wednesday 9th and Thursday 10th June. During your visit you will be doing some activities in the library including an ‘anagram hunt’, word search and an … Continue reading
May 25, 2010
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Orkney Dialect Word
Hutherin A stupid fellow Thos. Edmonston. An Etymological Glossary of the Orkney & Shetland Dialect. Adam & Charles Black, 1866
May 6, 2010
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STEM & K’NEX in the Library
Stromness Academy is involved with STEM which provides opportunities for pupils to become involved with Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths which enables them to to develop creativity, problem-solving and employability skills. Recently, the school took delivery of two boxes of … Continue reading
May 6, 2010
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Orkney Dialect Word
Heckapurdes A quandry Thos. Edmonston. An Etymological Glossary of the Orkney & Shetland Dialect. Adam & Charles Black, 1866
April 15, 2010
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Orkney Dialect Word o the Week
Glep The act of swallowing Thos. Edmonston. An Etymological Glossary of the Orkney & Shetland Dialect. Adam & Charles Black, 1866
April 15, 2010
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‘The Martians are Coming’
A striking title worthy of any Sci Fi movie or even newspaper headline. This is the title of a new book, launched on Thursday 25th March 2010 by Stromness Academy’s Young Enterprise team, Alvis. I was privileged to be invited … Continue reading
March 23, 2010
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Orkney Dialect Word o the Week
Ferokerly For the most part, frequently Thos. Edmonston. An Etymological Glossary of the Orkney & Shetland Dialect. Adam & Charles Black, 1866
March 15, 2010
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Orkney Dialect Word o the Week
Domless Inactive, in a state of lassitude; applied to both man and beast Thos. Edmonston. An Etymological Glossary of the Orkney & Shetland Dialect. Adam & Charles Black, 1866
March 8, 2010
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Eco-Schools Event
During the last week of term (week beginning 22nd March) the Eco-Schools group is planning a special event to focus on recycling. Details to follow here or visit Eco Schools Stromness. The Eco-Schools group is also working towards gaining the … Continue reading
