Clan Connects: Thistle
Thistle Clan hosted our second Calderwood Connects for families on Friday. They had been learning about traditional legends, tales and stories as part of their Literacy, Book Week Scotland Context. The children created a dramas sharing their learning in fun and engaging ways, through drama, digital videos, signing and dancing.
A huge well done to Thistle Clan, we are super proud of your performance, and the creative way you shared your learning.
Community Christmas Service

Panto Social Story
Capturing Calderwood: Calderwood Counts
Christmas Countdown Updated
Christmas Fayre – What to expect!

The Calderwood Christmas Fayre is nearly upon us, and we wanted to share some info on what you can expect!
The fayre is free to attend, but we are accepting donations to help cover the running costs. We appreciate that it’s an expensive time of year however, so please only donate if you feel you can!
You can make your donation here or at the fayre in cash or online using the QR codes around the school!
Inside you’ll find stalls selling amazing crafts and treats, perfect for ticking some things of the Christmas gift list! Stalls include;
· Dannielle Stanners Christmas decorations and seasonal products
· Carole McNeish Knitting
· Sils Craft and Creations Jewellery
There will be free activities for the kids including;
· Christmas craft zone
· Christmas movie and reading area
· Storytime with Santa
· Older kids game zone
Finally, there will be a tombola for the kids, a raffle for the adults, hot dogs (incl. veggie ones) and a selection of hot and cold drinks available to purchase.
Cash and Card payments will be accepted at all stalls organised by the parent council, however we do advise bringing some cash for other stalls just in case.
Looking forward to seeing you on Friday!
Calderwood Parent Council
West Calder High Evening of Music

Capturing Calderwood: Calderwood Can Chats
Useful Information Regarding Scarlet Fever and Chicken Pox
Please see below some useful information regarding Scarlet Fever and Chicken Pox.
If your child develops symptoms please inform the school office as soon as possible, please then share which suspected illness your child has and when this diagnosis has been confirmed.
