SMC Conference, to be held at the University of Stirling on Saturday 17th May. The organising committee would be grateful if you were able to share the information below with your networks, and encourage them to sign up for what promises to be a great day!

Ticket prices for 2025: £80 for a standard ticket; £20 for folk from Highland and the Scottish Islands; £10 for students. There are only 150 tickets on sale this year, so sign up quickly.

Information about the workshops on offer is here: https://bit.ly/SMC2025workshops

Buy tickets and sign up for workshops here: https://bit.ly/SMC2025tickets

There is a good range of sessions across ALL stages of mathematics education. Come and join the vibrant community of folk interested in numeracy and maths – you know you want to!

 

We are thrilled to announce the return of the Scottish Food and Textiles Teachers’ Conference for 2025, hosted by UHI Perth.

This year’s conference focuses on sustainability and offers a fantastic opportunity to be part of our in-person networking relationships, hear updates from shareholders, see inspirational showcases, and participate in hands-on workshops.

Event details:

• Saturday 24 May 2025, 9am – 4.30pm
• UHI Perth, Brahan Building, Crieff Road, Perth, PH1 2NX

We would be delighted to have you join us for this enriching event, and hope we can look forward to seeing you there!

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-food-and-textile-teachers-conference-tickets-1307912283849?aff=oddtdtcreator

Welcome to the Future of Learning!
In a world where creativity, collaboration and real-world problem solving matter more than ever, project-based learning (PBL) is reshaping education right here in Scotland. This session is your chance to dive into the inspiring work already happening in schools and organisations across the country.

Join us to find out more about the schools and organisations that are already delivering project-based learning in Scottish schools. From the groundbreaking Creative Thinking Qualification now active in over 60 high schools, to entrepreneurship-focused PBL at The High School of Glasgow, engineering innovation at Grove High School in Dundee, and sustainability-driven projects through the qualification at Dollar Academy—Scotland is already leading the way.

Whether you’re just curious or already on the journey, this session will open doors to new possibilities for learning, teaching, and shaping the future.

Let’s explore what’s possible—together.

Register here https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/4f7b7fc4-0188-4a91-b275-213f2714029c@0ef77447-1083-4dec-b89f-27c765076840

Climate School 180. Details are below and for any further information please visit LfS Climate Schools 180.

The outcomes

Working collaboratively with a small group of educators across the curriculum, our staff will support schools to develop a whole-school approach to climate change education. After our initial support, the school will go on to develop and implement an action plan of curriculum changes, staff training, and practical changes in the school grounds.

Pupils will be able to see the effects of climate change and create nature-based solutions, through hands-on experience in their own school grounds.

The detail 

The programme, which is fully funded by Allan & Gill Gray Philanthropies, is open to state-funded primary, secondary and SEND schools across the UK. It comprises:

• A 3-hour online training programme.

• 1-day onsite delivery comprising a 2-hour school grounds climate audit with one member of staff and a small group of children, followed by a 4-hour in-person workshop for the selected group of staff.

• A follow-up online meeting to discuss progress.

• A suite of resources for developing your climate change curriculum.

• A range of resources to guide practical adaptations to your school grounds.

Applications

If schools want to apply for Round 4 opens 2 April to 9 May for delivery Autumn term 2025/Spring term 2026).

Please drop a line to climate180@ltl.org.uk or call Lesley Onslow on 01786 465934 to find out more about CS180.

Enhanced Alcohol Awareness

Date: 21^st & 22^nd May  (1 course over 2 x ½ days you must be able to attend both days)

Time: 9.30am – 12.30pm

Venue: MS Teams

To book a place please email: ADP.Borders@borders.scot.nhs.uk

 

Family Inclusive Practice

Date: 24^th April & 1^st May (1 course over 2 x 2hr sessions you must be able to attend both sessions)

Time: 10am -2pm

Venue: MS Teams

To book a place please email: ADP.Borders@borders.scot.nhs.uk

 

Drug Trends and Harm Reduction

Date: 13^th May 2025

Time: 1-4.30pm

Venue: MS Teams

To book a place please email: ADP.Borders@borders.scot.nhs.uk

 

We are delighted to invite you to register for the Healthy Beginnings: MAP of Health Behaviour Change training program for 2025.  This learning programme is for colleagues working in early years whose role involves helping people and families to make positive health and lifestyle related changes. It provides a guide to structure behaviour change conversations (using the MAP model) and evidence-based behaviour change techniques (BCTs) which help people make changes.

Workshops are an essential part of the program and are being offered by virtual attendance on MS teams. Please see the flyer and the learner pathway for further details including closing date for registration. Early registration is recommended as places are limited.

Please share this opportunity with other colleagues and relevant services.

Follow the link to find out more about MAP of health behaviour change. https://vimeo.com/354888116

Booking form – HB MAP Training Booking form.docx

Sign up via Eventbrite here: 10am-3pm or 4pm-7pm