Firstly all the staff would like to say a massive thank you to all the parents and carers that managed to make it along to support their children. I’m sure you will agree that great fun was had by all and you were as relieved as us with the weather staying dry for the whole event.
Pupils from ASD2 and P2/3/4 had a visit from representatives of the Gala Day Committee as part of their topic on celebrations. The ladies answered questions that pupils from both classes had prepared and brought some historic items to show pupils – the cloak, crown and sceptre from the first Gala Queen (dating from 1953) and a more modern, sparkly crown. Some pupils got the chance to try on these items. We learned a lot about the history of the Gala and some interesting facts about it now.
Blackburn Primary School are getting involved in all the events surrounding Blackburn Children’s Gala Day. On Friday 20th May auditions were held in school to find acts to represent our school at the Blackburn Schools Got Talent Night. After seeing singing, comedy, gymnastics, mime and dancing there were tough decisions for the judges but three acts were chosen to go forward to represent the school at the final on 3rd June – one singer form P1, a dancer from ASD2 and a dancer/singer from P7. All three pupils gave it their all on the night of the big final, big voices, great dance moves and jazz hands and did the school proud.
We have teams representing the school in the schools’ relay race and in the quiz on Tuesday 7th June. Staff and all pupils will be able to take in the parade following the crowning of the Gala Queen on Saturday 11th June. We have chosen “Flower Power” (60s /70s) theme to represent the idea of through the ages and pupils in the Nursery will be making headbands to wear. Any pupils wishing to walk with the school should meet Miss Clarkson and school/nursery staff at the Community Centre at 11 a.m., dressed up and raring to go.
On Thursday 21st April P2/3/4 and ASD2 held their Sharing the Learning event in school. Pupils from P2/3/4 presented about the learning that had taken place and one of the pupils from ASD2 invited everyone to come to the Pyramid Cafe.
In room 7 ASD2 pupils had set up a cafe, taking on various roles, from sous chef (who helped to plate up all the goodies), to cashier, to waiters and kitchen porters. Pupils and staff had worked hard to research and make the kind of foods that were served in Egypt. We made 3 different types of falafel (a vegetarian snack), served hummus with pitta bread and made Tiger Nut Sweets using dates, nuts and honey.
The recipe for Tiger Nut Sweets is the oldest one that is known and made today. It was found, written on hieroglyphs on a piece of clay many years ago.
Pupils, staff and parents certainly looked as if they enjoyed the experience.
The Rights Respecting School Group have been working hard to take action on our playground.
On Friday some of the group laminated the posters that we made to stop people from allowing their dogs to foul in school grounds. It is an offence which could result in a fine from the council (Article 24 – we have the right to a clean and safe environment).
The other half of the group looked at the survey we carried out and decided on a charter to set rules for the playground so that everyone can enjoy their play time (Article 31 – we have the right to play).
Happy New Year Everyone!
Primary 2/3/4 had a fantastic time in the run up to Christmas as you can see on the photos on a previous post. We especially enjoyed sharing our Christmas party with ASD2 as well as the Panto trip to Livingston.
Since we came back we have been exploring the life and work of Robert Burns, some pupils even made Burns’ cottage out of our class Lego! Some time with Miss McDermott on Friday was spent making sure our classroom is tidy for us moving forward this term.
As the weather worsens, don’t forget that the class Winter Ready Pack should have been brought home last term and you can find the activities in electronic form further down the blog here.
I would like to again thank parents and families for the kind gifts you gave me before Christmas.
Mr Reid and Primary 2/3/4
Pupils from ASD1, ASD2 and P2/3/4 are having a busy time practising for their part in our Christmas Concert, Craft, cake and Coffee afternoon on Monday 14th December at 1 p.m. I hope you have a note in your diary!
Before that, our little “Glee Club” will be getting videoed by West Lothian Council, for inclusion on their Facebook page, and will be performing some of our Christmas songs. I’ll post when that is likely to happen after we have been recorded.
When Monday is over there still won’t be any rest as the 3 classes are leading the Christmas Assembly next Friday (18th December) at 10 a.m. in Blackburn and Seafield Parish Church. Hope you can make it along to support us – Merry Christmas!
If it’s too snowy to come to school, use the fun snowy day activities so you can keep learning at home! There’s a great selection of maths and literacy activities based on what we have been doing at school as well as a winter snow hunt to get you outside!
Design Your Own Winter Clothes
Converting Analogue to Digital Time and Vice Versa Lesson Pack
