Author: Miss Burton
Capturing Calderwood: Book Week Scotland
Dear parent/ carer,
We would love some feedback on our Book Week Scotland Events, please take a minute to complete the form below.
Have a lovely weekend,
Miss Burton
Calderwood Primary Chronicle: 18/11/22
Calderwood Primary Chronicle: 18/11/22
Calderwood Commitments (Actions):
- Christmas Jumper Swap Shop
- Calderwood Cares – Draft policies and strategies – Please have a look and complete the consultation
Calderwood Communication (For information):
- Christmas Fayre
- Scottish Child Payment Advice
- Cost of Living Advice
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We have noticed that an increased number of children are wearing digital watches that allow them to make calls, we recognise that this is a way to support your child in being independent when travelling to and from school. Unfortunately, children have been using these watches to make calls in the playground and in the clan rooms. If your child does wear one of these watches, can you please ensure the call function is switched off during the school day. If children are feeling unwell or there has been an incident, the office or their champion will give you a call.
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We have the ongoing concern of sugary snacks in school for break times, for example lollipops, ‘brain lickers’, share bags of sweets and crisps, etc. I understand that some of this will be following the Halloween period, could you please try and ensure these types of treats, especially ones like lollipops (that are a choking hazard) are not brought in for break time. We have fruit available at the front foyer for any child that requires a snack.
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I love that children can scoot and cycle to school, increasing their independence and daily exercise, however I am aware as our roll increases, the path along the front of the school and nursery is increasing busy in the morning and at pick up. We would like to recommend that children walk their scooters and bikes in this area (like they do when exiting the playground) to ensure everyone is safe when using the path.
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Now that the weather has taken a turn for the winter, we are aware that more families are choosing to use the car park. Unfortunately, our families and champions this week, have reported their health and safety fears. More families are using the carpark at pick up that what it has capacity for, meaning that people are double parked, making it difficult to safely cross the car park and champs are not able to get out of spaces at the end of the day (staff have different shift patterns). If you are choosing to use the carpark, please ensure you are considerate of others and the safety of our children, families and staff, and are parking in a space.
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Champion update:
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– Mrs Love, Skye Clan Champ, starts her maternity leave on 25th November, we wish lots of luck and love for this exciting time. Mrs Bryson will take over as Skye Clan champ for the rest of the session.
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– Mrs Birrell joins us on 21st November and will support with teachers non contact time, initially in Mull, Orkney, Shetland and Skye.
Calderwood Calendar:
- Term 2 Calendar
- Christmas Countdown Calendar
- 18th November: Sharing the learning event
- 19th November: Day of Japanese Culture
- 22nd November: Calderwood Can Chats: Sharing the learning event
- 23rd November: Nasal Flu Sprays
- 25th November: Thistle Calderwood Connects: Email invite has been sent out
Capturing Calderwood (Twitter snapshot):
- Book Week Scotland
Calderwood Compliments:
- Thank you to everyone who donated to our Poppy Scotland Appeal.
- Congratulations to Ben Lawers for hosting our first Clan Connects for families last week, we are very proud of you all!
- Thank you to our champs for organising as exciting Book Week Scotland.
- Thank you to everyone who attended our Parent Council event, in person and online.
Kind regards,
Miss Burton
Parent Council: Christmas Fayre
Christmas comes to Calderwood Primary for our first annual Christmas Fayre!
Featuring some of the best local crafts, you’ll be spoiled for choice when looking for a unique gift for someone special this year! There will also be activities for the kids (including a movie so you can peruse the stalls at your leisure!), prizes to be won for young and old, and even a visit from the big man himself!
Local crafts & yummy treats Live performances Kids Christmas Craft Zone Christmas movie Story-time with Santa Food & hot Drinks Prizes to be won!Everyone is welcome and entry is free, but donations are appreciated – with every penny raised going towards investing in digital resources!
Scottish Child Payment extends to under 16s and automatic payments for other benefits
•Scottish Child Payment has extended to include all eligible children from the age of six until they turn 16
•It is a payment of £100 every four weeks for each eligible child under the age of 16 •Check if you are eligible for Scottish Child Payment and apply now at mygov.scot/benefits or by calling 0800 182 2222•Families are also being urged to make sure they don’t miss out on a double December Bridging Payment of £260 •The December Bridging Payments will be made before the start of the Christmas holidays for children who receive Free School Meals on the basis of low income on 30 November. Payments for children who are subsequently registered and become eligible for Free School Meals ahead of the Christmas holidays will be made as soon as possible in the new year •You may also be eligible for other benefits, you can find out more here
Day of Japanese Culture at West Calder High School
Clan Connects: Ben Lawers
Ben Lawers hosted our first Calderwood Connects for families on Friday. They had been learning about the West Lothian Food Bank as part of their Calder Communities Context. The children created a drama centring around everyone needs help at some point in their life, sharing different times when families might use a food back.
We also welcome representatives from West Lothian Foodbank along to watch.
A huge well done to Ben Lawers Clan, we are super proud of your performance, and the creative way you shared this important message.
Christmas Jumper Swap
Save money and reduce waste this Christmas by joining the Christmas JumperSwap!
Drop off your unwanted Christmas Jumpers at the main entrance before Friday 25th November 2022 and collect a ‘new to you’ one at the Fayre on the 2nd December. Adults jumpers welcome!
Christmas Choir Events
Dear parent/ carer,
If your child attends the choir rehearsals at lunch time or at Monday afterschool club, they are invited to take part in the following community events: https://forms.office.com/r/ByLWXEXhH6
Kind regards,
Miss Burton
River Kids Christmas Toy Appeal
River Kids Christmas Toy Appeal is a charity that supports families experiencing financial hardships. If you need support and wish for us to make a referral on your behalf, please follow the link and complete the questions. The form must be returned to us no later than Thursday 17th December.
