Celebration of Scotland

All S2 pupils took part in a two-day Scotland Challenge organised by Mrs Bax the librarian. The Scotland study involved staff from Science and Social Subjects departments. The end result was a celebration of Scotland linking most departments in the school, with Scottish Dancing and Burns poetry. Shortbread and ‘tattie’ scones provided by Home Economics followed a French role-playing exercise. The entertainment was rounded off by the Music department, with the singing of Caledonia and the wind band playing a rousing recital of Highland Cathedral. Well done to all pupils and staff who took part.

Craigengillan visit

In PE, S1 pupils, Varri Murdoch and Michael Harvey gained awards for Pupils of the Month for November. They have shown to be Confident Individuals, Responsible Citizens, Successful Learners and Effective Contributors during their lessons. Also, the P.E. Department held their ACE Rich Task Day on Monday 8th December. All S1 pupils visited the Craigengillan Estate. Girls had a go at grooming the horses and mucking out the Stables. The boys had a go at fishing, completing tasks such as fly tying, fly casting, beach casting and spinning. Pupils spent all morning at Craigengillan and had a wonderful time. Many thanks to Craigengillan staff for their time.

Coffee Morning

The Supported Learning Centre, for their rich task, held a successful coffee morning for the school and the local community. There was a raffle for a Christmas hamper, guess the weight of the cake and various items for sale. The ASDAN group also made goods, which they sold.

Tree of Hope

The Tree of Hope outside the Dalmellington area centre is now adorned with messages from the community. The messages are all wishes and hopes for the future. This was organised by the S1 PSE rich task group.