Dress Code

The vast majority of our pupils do wear appropriate dress code at all times but we would like to remind parents of the following expectations: All S5 and S6 pupils should wear a blazer Footwear should be all black (Converse shoes are not permitted) Girls should not wear leggings/jeggings Your support in ensuring high standards …
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Parent Council Update – December 2016

The Parent Council met again in November and received a presentation on INSIGHT (new tool for tracking attainment and achievement), discussed the use of social media, the anti bullying policy, activities week and fundraising. The Parent Council will continue to fundraise during the session and are always appreciative of any support.  Raffle prizes or tombola …
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Communication from Scottish Government

The following publication has been received in schools and is available at the website address below: “Empowering Teachers, Parents and Communities to Achieve Excellence and Equity – A Governance Review”.  https://consult.scotland.gov.uk/empowering-schools/a-governance-review Parents are encouraged to respond to this consultation by the deadline of 6th January 2017.

Assessing Children’s Progress

A new guide for parents and carers on assessing children’s progress has been published by Education Scotland.  The document is attached below.  More information can be found at www.education.scotland.gov.uk Assessing Child Progress

Governance Review

I attach information regarding the Governance Review which has been received from the Scottish Parent Teacher Council and includes a survey for completion by parents. Can I please ask that as many parents as possible complete the survey as your views do count. Link to Governance Survey Thanks Caroline Devlin, Chairperson of Parent Council

Danny Kyle Award Winner

Eve Sutherland S3 won the Danny Kyle award in the October holidays playing guitar in the Speigle Tent in Paisley. Her guitar playing was broadcast on the radio and she was voted in the top 3 of her group. She has also won a slot on the Celtic Connections stage.