Parent Council Vote update

Apologies to all who have put themselves forward for positions within the Parent Council and to everyone who took the time to vote.  Unfortunately, the vote was void and as a result the decision has been made to go ahead with a paper vote.  The voting sheet will show a randomised number and remain completely anonymous.

All votes will be issued early next week and should be returned sealed in the attached envelope by Friday 30th September.  The school office will collect all envelopes for counting and the successful candidates will be published week commencing Monday 3rd October.

PECS OVERVIEW (FREE TALK) – FREE TALKS (SEPTEMBER 2022)

PECS uses pictures and symbols which enable a child to communicate effectively with other people. It is particularly useful for children who are non-verbal, have limited or unclear speech and/or do not use a functional communication system in the home/preschool/school environment.

ONLINE WORKSHOP via the Zoom platform.

Workshop Date: Mon 26 September, 2022
Workshop Timing: 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Registration Time: 2:45pm

WORKSHOP COST This is a free workshop.

PECS Overview – Please follow the link for further information or to book your place…

https://pecs-unitedkingdom.com/workshops/pecs-overview-free-talk-free-talks-september-2022/

Statement from Renfrewshire’s Provost Lorraine Cameron following the death of Her Majesty The Queen.

Please select the following link.

https://twitter.com/RenCouncil

If you would like to put yourself forward for a position within the Riverbrae Parent Council, please follow the link and complete the form.  Thanks for getting involved!

https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/V3TH59J

CLOSING DATE IS FRI 9^th SEPTEMBER AT 3PM

Please click on the link below for information.

Parents and Carers Newsletter September 2022

Please click on the link below (Letter to Parents) for information

Letter to Parents

If you are interested in joining the Brand-New Parent Council or just want to find out more then please come along for an informal chat

School Parents Room

Thursday, 25^th of August 2022 at 1pm

For anyone who is interested but can’t make the meeting please just drop an email expressing interest to susan.woods@renfrewshire.gov.uk

RENFREWSHIRE CARERS CENTRE

A Lifeline for Carers in Renfrewshire

Guardianship and Children Training for Carers

23rd August 2022 6.00pm — 8.30pm (Zoom)

24th August 2022 10.30am — 12.30pm (Carers Centre).

For more information or to register please email

liz@renfrewshirecarers.org.uk or  call us on 0141 887 3643

Renfrewshire Carers Centre’s Time to Live Grant

– Open now –

Renfrewshire Carers Centre’s Time to Live Grant programme is funded through the Scottish Government’s Short Breaks Fund. This funding is part of The Scottish Government’s commitment to the development of short breaks for the benefit of Carers and/or those they care for. The purpose of grants is to improve the range, choice, and availability so that Carers and the people they care for have a better quality of life and feel better supported in their caring relationship. Grants awarded are up to a maximum of £250.00

https://renfrewshirecarers.org.uk/time-to-live-grant-fund-now-open/

For all enquires please contact Renfrewshire Carers

Phone: 0141 887 3643

Guide Dogs are excited to share that applications have now re-opened for free iPads for children aged 3-18 with a vision impairment, for use at home.

The devices have excellent accessibility features built-in, and online guides and tutorials will be provided to help them get started and to ensure that they know how to stay safe online.

The devices will be completely free of charge, with the only requirement being proof of vision impairment.

We know how important technology is for children with a vision impairment; if you are aware of any children who could benefit please do share the information with families.

Stocks are limited so we would encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.

More information, including how to apply, can be found on the following webpage:

www.guidedogs.org.uk/techforall

There is also a webpage detailing the eligibility criteria: Eligibility criteria

https://www.guidedogs.org.uk/