Meldrum Primary School Blog

Please find below a useful link for parents in supporting and encouraging their child to read.  Carmondean Library are working hard to promote their service and it’s a great way for your child to be exposed to a wide range of genre.  Happy Reading!

http://insidenews.westlothian.gov.uk/article/10962/Every-Child-A-Library-Member

As you are aware the flu vaccinations will take place in school this year on Friday 28 October.  Remember please to complete and return your form as a matter of urgency.  Further information can be found at:

http://www.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/HealthInformation/PrimarySchoolFluVaccination/Pages/default.aspx

We held our first meeting of Vertical Groups for our pupils today.  Our Think Tank Team have already come up with great ideas about making further improvements to the school – watch this space for further details!  They will also be looking to consult with you in the near future.

Primary 7 have been lucky enough to get a place in the Community Arts funded DJ School. DJ Paul N’Jie has visited the class for the last two weeks and introduced the basics of DJing to the class. They have then been able to have hands on experience mixing on the decks. They have another two weeks to go and then a date will be arranged for them to perform to the whole school demonstrating what they have learned.

The work that DJ Paul is doing with the class addresses the Expressive Arts outcome EXA 2-17a

“I can use my voice, musical instruments and music technology to experiment with sounds, pitch, melody, rhythm, timbre and dynamics. ” 

as well as giving them experience of performing in front of others and working in a team.

As you can see from the photos, Primary 7 are enjoying this experience.

Parentzone Scotland website is a unique website for parents/carers in Scotland.  It provides up-to-date information about learning in Scotland, and practical advice and ideas to support children’s learning at home.  This website can be accessed through the link below:

http://www.ParentzoneScotland.com

Primary 7 had the opportunity earlier today to try their hand at Fencing. The class were taught the correct stance and how to move into attack.

They had a really enjoyable session , with some keen to try this Olympic sport again.

GYMNASTICS CLUBS

The Deans cluster gymnastic classes will continue at Deans Community High School on a Tuesday evening.  The purpose of this club is to get young people more active through run, jump & gymnastics disciplines and to work through the Scottish Gymnastics Award.

Who is it for?

2 classes: P1 – P4 17:00 – 18:00 and P4 – P7 18:00 – 19:00

Training dates?

6 Sept – 29 Nov @ Deans CHS costing only £33.60 for 12 weeks (Excludes 18 Oct 2016)

How to register?

To enrol please complete a booking form at DCHS reception or telephone 01506 282155 for further information.  Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Just to say a warm welcome back to everyone after the Summer break.  Already there are lots planned and the children have settled well into their routine. There will be a September newsletter issued at the beginning of the month, but a few key things to remember in the meantime.  Our first ‘dress down’ or non-uniform day is on Friday 2 September and children are reminded to bring in their donation.  Also, with regard to cycling, can we remind you to walk your bicycle when in the school groups.  The school car park is for staff use only.  The school can be accessed from the front and back gates into the school grounds.

There have been growing concerns with regard to the safe use of some Apps and in particular, Pokemon Go.  Please see the link below for further information and guidance:

http://www.itv.com/news/granada/2016-07-15/police-warn-of-the-dangers-of-pokemon-go-to-children/

https://www.nspcc.org.uk/preventing-abuse/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/pokemon-go-parents-guide/

I hope you find the above guidance useful.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to our charity fundraising efforts this session.

We raised £690.89 for UNICEF. (This includes £23 from Kaitlyn Tedford, P4 and £27.30 from Miles Anderson, P3,  who independently earned their donations at home). The money raised will go towards the vital work UNICEF does to keep children safe in emergencies.

For Den Day (Save the Children) we raised £132.25.  This money will help make life better for children around the world.

Well Done Meldrum!