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P7 Trip to Bridge End

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Last week the Primary 7 children had an activity packed overnight trip out of the Isle and even the rain couldn’t dampen their spirits.

We first headed to the Gilbertson Hall for some extreme Frisbee and Dodgeball, delivered by active schools, after the golf was rained off.

The rain forced us indoors so we had an impromptu visit to the museum before heading to the Clickimin for swimming.

After working up an appetite we headed for some food at the Chinese where it was great to spend time chatting over dinner.

We travelled to Bridge End and got the chance to get settled in and it was finally dry so we could get outside to stretch our legs.

In the evening we were able to visit with Joy and enjoying an African Drumming session.

The next day we went for a visit to the Outpost, where we were lucky enough to meet all the animals and feed them. David spoke to us about all the animals and was a great host with many of the children saying that this part of their trip was the best part. We particularly loved the dancing emus, Kylie and Jason!

 

Climate Smarter – Shetland Final

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May saw our class finalists attend the Shetland Climate Smarter Event at the Shetland Museum.

On arrival Alyshia, Annie, Bella, Lola and Morgan set up their entry ahead of their presentation. They then delivered their presentation about their learning and school model to the judges.

Following the presentation their thoughts about the event and STEM learning were captured by BBC Shetland.

The girls, then had the opportunity to take part in a variety of STEM challenges, all of which were scored. The judges were looking at how well they completed the tasks but more importantly for the team work that was displayed.

They were lucky enough to receive a runner up prize of £50 which we have used to buy STEM games for the class.

All of the children have worked really hard on this topic and as a result they have received their Level 2 Young Stem Leader Award. I would like to say a huge well done to all the children for their hard work.

Climate Smarter

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Yesterday we were a step closer to competing in our school Climate Smarter competition.

This session the children have been learning all about renewable energies and how the can use them to reduce our carbon footprint. They have been carrying out experiments and tasks throughout their learning. Now they are having to apply all their learning to their Big Task.

They have been challenged to:

  • design and build an Eco School model, using a set criteria,
  • create a display which details their learning,
  • give a short presentation to explain the reasons for their choices.

Yesterday we invited the classes throughout the school to the class to present our work. This gave us an opportunity to prepare for our school competition on Tuesday, when we will be presenting in front of a panel of judges. The winner of our competition will be representing our class at the Shetland competition in May. Good Luck boys and girls!

Shetland Youth Music Festival 2024

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On Monday Primary 6/7 travelled to Lerwick to take part in the Shetland Youth Music Festival.

The children have been preparing two pieces for performance, ‘Patrick’s Reel’ and ‘ Ye Banks and Braes’. The children gave a confident performance and if they were nervous it didn’t show.

Use the link below to see their performance.

Our fiddle players were up next with a group performance of ‘Gunners March’ and ‘Mam Tamar’s Hymn’. A snippet of which can be viewed using the links below.

The piano players were then able to perform their pieces to their judges in the afternoon.

In the afternoon the children got the opportunity to take part in various workshops, such as drumming, scandi fiddle, and electric drums.

The children had a fantastic time and were a credit to the school.

Well done boys and girls.

Climate Smarter Project

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This term the children have been taking part in a STEM topic all about being Climate Smarter. They have  been learning about renewable energies through practical activities. This topic is being taught across several schools in Shetland and as part of the topic there is a learning event to be held at the Lerwick museum in May.

As part of the topic the children have to work in groups to design and plan an Eco school, which incorporates renewable energy and showcases their learning.

We are able to take one group to the learning event in May where a competition is to be held between the schools to see which school has come up with the best design.

We are therefore going to be holding an in school event, at the end of March, for the children to present their schools to a panel of judges so that we can select the team going to represent the class in Lerwick.

The children have selected their groups and are excited to be getting started on their models and presentations. I know that some of the children are eager to get together outside of school to add to their projects. They are more than welcome to do this but please be reassured that this is not compulsory and we have left enough time in class to work on these projects.

We wish all the children the best in the competition, happy building!!

Snow Day Activities

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Snow Day Activities

Below you will find a grid of different activities that you can do if we are unable to get to school because of snow.

Using a camera take picture scenes around your area.

Write a diary entry about your day off school. Use illustrations if you wish.

Build a snow sculpture. Write 10 adjectives to describe it.

“Should schools be shut with in snows heavily?”

Discuss.

Write a balanced argument for and against.

Design your own ‘super snow plough.’ Label it and make a list of the materials you would need to build it and evaluate its effectiveness.

Write a poem that describes the scene that greeted you when you looked out your window this morning.

Create a snow themed board game to help younger children practice a mathematical idea e.g. numbers to 10 or 20. Do not forget rules for the game.

Have a snowman competition with your friends or family members. What can you do to ensure your snowman lasts the longest.

Research the link between Fibonacci and snowflakes. Present your finding as a PowerPoint, poster, or a mind map.

“How to travel safely in the snow.” Talk to an adult about the ways in which they ensure that they are prepared as motorists. Present your ideas in a poster.

Watch Newsround. Write a short summary about one of the stories that interested you.

Why is it harder to walk in the snow? Give reasons to explain your thinking.

Think of a 4-digit number and write down 15 ways to make this number. Use as many number processes as you can.

Go outside and make a snow man. Measure how tall it is, how round and how long it takes to melt.

Invent a new winter snow sport of your own. What is it called? What does it involve? What are the rules?

Create a fact file on snow and the hazard it may cause e.g. avalanches.

Research how snow forms.

Record five facts about snow.

Go out for your daily mile in the snow. Can you spot any footprints in the snow, who do they belong to?

Which areas of Scotland have the highest and lowest snowfalls? Compare this to Shetland. Could you present this information in a graph?

Help to make a healthy meal for the family. Write out this recipe.

You can complete these activities on paper or use the assignment created on your class Team.

Mind Your Head Workshop

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Last week pupils from Primary 6 and 7 had a visit for Mind Your Head.

They took part in a workshop to explain the importance of looking after our mental health in the same way that we look after our physical health. The children considered strategies that they could use if they need to support their wellness. They were also given information on how to create a self-care box.

Spreading kindness was a key message and the children were asked to think about acts that would help them to spread kindness. One way to do this was to nominate someone to receive a feel good bag. This can be done by using the link below.

Feel Good Bag | Mind Your Head

Information about the services that Mind Your Head can provide can be found on their website.

Mind Your Head | Promoting positive mental health and wellbeing in Shetland