On Thursday 15 May 2025  we went to a stem project in the Lerwick museum.  The competition was about climate change  and how we can be smart to reduce it.

During this day we presented our 3D models of our school and share our knowledge and understanding about climate change which we had altered to improve how eco-friendly our school is.

We also had time to do lots of different challenges, and we got to experience the kind of jobs people would do.  We got to drive a truck simulator, put on a Scottish Sea Farms outfit and make a rubber band powered car. We also got to make a screw and bolt helicopter.

One of our teams won a challenge.

Written by  Cassie T, S1

UNCRC Article #19 Right to reach their full potential through education
UNCRC Article #5 Right to be with adults who do what is best for them

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Yesterday our S3 class hosted our annual dodgeball tournament.  Round robin event saw S1-4 classes and teacher team playing against each other.

For added enjoyment teams have to play in fancy dress.  S1 – dressed as teachers, S2 were minions, S3 – dressed as their dads, S4 – dressed as footballer or netballers and the teachers – dressed a Kung Fu Fighters!

Winning team – S4 class

Best Dressed – S2 class

#Article 31 Right to play and relax

On Tuesday 18^th March our music group Da Yell-kuleles attended this year’s Youth Music Festival in Mareel. The group consists of S1, S2, Rosie from S3 and Leah, Marianne and Connor from P7. They performed “Sweet Caroline” in the school group category and got awarded Gold from the adjudicator. She described their performance as well balanced with enthusiastic singing from most and with a strong ending that really rounded off the performance. Some of our fiddlers also performed in a group with pupils from Baltasound and got Silver for their set of traditional tunes. Well done to all the talented musicians!

#Article 29 – Right to reach their full potential through education

#Article 2 Right to protection from discrimination

Our Rights Respecting Committee decided to hold a coffee morning to raise money for the good causes supported by Red Nose Day. This campaign raises money to help end the cycle of poverty and ensure children are safe, healthy, educated, and empowered.

The committee and helpers all worked brilliantly together to organize, set up, and host the coffee morning. (Massive thanks to all who baked for the event!)

Thank you so much to everybody who supported our coffee morning – we raised £280!

#Article 12 – Right to be listened to and taken seriously
#Article 24 – Right to medical care
#Article 16 –  Right to help if they are poor or in need
#Article 18 –  Right to education

Our S1 class has been involved in an exciting project with Shetland Museum called “Marseum.” The aim of the project is to help young people develop transferable skills while learning about museums.

As part of the project, pupils are working together to design an exhibition for what could be the first museum on Mars in 2050. Our class is creating two exhibitions: Vikings and Whales.

On Wednesday 19 February, we were absolutely delighted to welcome Rachel Boxel to our school. She read from her new book and engaged in a fascinating discussion with our S1 and S2 pupils, sharing her inspiration and insights into the writing process. The pupils had the opportunity to ask questions, gain a deeper understanding of storytelling, and learn valuable tips about creative writing.

It was an inspiring and enjoyable session for all involved!

On 5 March, four S2 pupils participated in and won the Shetland UHI Bridge Building Competition. Over 32 pupils from across Shetland took part in the competition, where teams were tasked with constructing bridges out of wood.

Each team was challenged to build the most efficient bridge, with each piece of wood assigned a cost that was calculated at the end. This encouraged the young people to carefully consider their designs and be mindful of how real-life projects can be costly depending on their design choices.

#Article 29 – Right to reach their full potential through education

Primary Pupil Council

Our Primary Pupil Council updated us on the fantastic work they have been doing to improve our playground, learning, and experiences. They have:

• bought a chute for the playground;
• submitted a funding request to Cooke Aquaculture to help purchase new iPads for primary classrooms and support our Loch Inch trip;
• organised a Beetle Drive fundraising event for our community, scheduled for 12 March 2025.

Secondary Pupil Council

Our Secondary Pupil Council shared their efforts to enhance our school environment. They bought:  netball stand, pool cues, darts, footballs and outdoor storage for play equipment.

Additionally, they have written a letter to parents and carers highlighting concerns about dog fouling and damage to playground equipment. The letter reminds everyone that dogs be on school grounds.

They also announced a competition to design a Pupil Council Logo, to represent the voice of our pupils. Posters will be displayed around the school, and the deadline for entries is 20 February 2025.

Eco Committee

Our Eco Committee shared their ongoing work to help protect the planet by reducing waste. They encouraged everyone to:

• use the recycling bins correctly.
• turn off lights when leaving classrooms.

Reading Schools

We celebrated Ms Nicholson for successfully completing the Reading Diverse Challenge.

Tammie encouraged everyone to get involved and reminded pupils to keep their bookmarks updated.

UNCRC Rights

Our Rights Ambassadors shared their knowledge of two key UNCRC articles:

• Article 19 – Protection from violence, abuse, and neglect.
• Article 35 – The right not to be kidnapped, sold, or trafficked.

Mr Lawson then discussed these rights in connection with Holocaust Memorial Day (Monday 27 January 2025), focusing on Anne Frank, who was persecuted for her religion and had her rights denied.