27 March 2015

Year	Content                                                         Date 27.03.2015
S1	S1 and S2 Ski excursion 2016 Applications must be in by 08.30 Friday 27 March.  If you are unable to hand in your note of interest and deposit money by this date, speak to Mr Digance in the Design and Technology department ASAP.  Successful pupils will be informed before the Easter break.   Mr Digance Department of Design and Technology. S1, S2 and Girls Football Training   Please note that football training on Monday 30th March is cancelled due to a senior fixture. Training will resume as normal the following week.
S2	S1 and S2 Ski excursion 2016 Applications must be in by 08.30 Friday 27 March.  If you are unable to hand in your note of interest and deposit money by this date, speak to Mr Digance in the Design and Technology department ASAP.  Successful pupils will be informed before the Easter break.   Mr Digance Department of Design and Technology. S1, S2 and Girls Football Training   Please note that football training on Monday 30th March is cancelled due to a senior fixture. Training will resume as normal the following week.
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S4	Modern Studies New York Trip   Reminder that FULL balance is due before the Easter holidays, but due to the move into the new school we need payment by the end of this week! Please hand to Mrs Sinclair, Classroom Assistant’s Office, at Lauderdale Street. Please note –also bring with you a copy of your passport before the Easter break to book flights.   Maths Exam Prep Sessions Exam preparation classes are available for all N5, Higher and Advanced Higher maths pupils. These will run every Tuesday from 3:45pm – 5:00pm in G8 in Darroch. Exam techniques and past paper familiarisation will be the focus of the sessions.   Miss Grant   English Supported Study   English supported study will be starting again this week. As we will not be running Easter revision sessions, it is strongly recommended that you attend these sessions to help prepare for your final exam. It does not matter if you can only manage sessions run by staff who are not your English teacher – if you bring questions and materials with you, support can still be provided. Please see the English blog or posters in the English corridor for full list of dates and times.   The dates and times for this week are as follows:   Tuesday 24/3 – after school – Mrs Connell – Darroch 1.7 Wednesday 25/3 – lunch – Mr Crosbie – Darroch 1.5 Wednesday 25/3 – lunch – Mrs Wood – Darroch 1.4 Wednesday 25/3—lunch—Mr Roskilly—Lauderdale W7. Thursday 26/3 – after school – Ms Kirkwood – Darroch 1.8   The after school sessions will begin at 3.55pm to allow for pupils travelling from a different campus. Supported Study for National 5 Modern Studies Supported Study for National 5 Modern Studies will take place every Wednesday from 15:45-16:45 at Darroch in Room 1.3. Each week will focus on a different exam skill/technique.   M. Willis
S5	Modern Studies New York Trip   Reminder that FULL balance is due before the Easter holidays, but due to the move into the new school we need payment by the end of this week! Please hand to Mrs Sinclair, Classroom Assistant’s Office, at Lauderdale Street. Please note –also bring with you a copy of your passport before the Easter break to book flights.   Maths Exam Prep Sessions Exam preparation classes are available for all N5, Higher and Advanced Higher maths pupils. These will run every Tuesday from 3:45pm – 5:00pm in G8 in Darroch. Exam techniques and past paper familiarisation will be the focus of the sessions.   Miss Grant   English Supported Study   English supported study will be starting again this week. As we will not be running Easter revision sessions, it is strongly recommended that you attend these sessions to help prepare for your final exam. It does not matter if you can only manage sessions run by staff who are not your English teacher – if you bring questions and materials with you, support can still be provided. Please see the English blog or posters in the English corridor for full list of dates and times.   The dates and times for this week are as follows:   Tuesday 24/3 – after school – Mrs Connell – Darroch 1.7 Wednesday 25/3 – lunch – Mr Crosbie – Darroch 1.5 Wednesday 25/3 – lunch – Mrs Wood – Darroch 1.4 Wednesday 25/3—lunch—Mr Roskilly—Lauderdale W7. Thursday 26/3 – after school – Ms Kirkwood – Darroch 1.8   The after school sessions will begin at 3.55pm to allow for pupils travelling from a different campus. Art Folios Individual folios submitted to the examination board in 2014 are now available for collection from the Art Department. Should you wish to take your folio away, please speak to your class teacher. The sum of £7 is payable for your folio.
S6	Maths Exam Prep Sessions Exam preparation classes are available for all N5, Higher and Advanced Higher maths pupils. These will run every Tuesday from 3:45pm – 5:00pm in G8 in Darroch. Exam techniques and past paper familiarisation will be the focus of the sessions.   Miss Grant   English Supported Study   English supported study will be starting again this week. As we will not be running Easter revision sessions, it is strongly recommended that you attend these sessions to help prepare for your final exam. It does not matter if you can only manage sessions run by staff who are not your English teacher – if you bring questions and materials with you, support can still be provided. Please see the English blog or posters in the English corridor for full list of dates and times.   The dates and times for this week are as follows:   Tuesday 24/3 – after school – Mrs Connell – Darroch 1.7 Wednesday 25/3 – lunch – Mr Crosbie – Darroch 1.5 Wednesday 25/3 – lunch – Mrs Wood – Darroch 1.4 Wednesday 25/3—lunch—Mr Roskilly—Lauderdale W7. Thursday 26/3 – after school – Ms Kirkwood – Darroch 1.8   The after school sessions will begin at 3.55pm to allow for pupils travelling from a different campus. Art Folios Individual folios submitted to the examination board in 2014 are now available for collection from the Art Department. Should you wish to take your folio away, please speak to your class teacher. The sum of £7 is payable for your folio.
All years	S5 and S6 - Summer Army Music Academy 2-8 August 2015 The Corps of Army Music is once again running its highly successful and popular Summer Academy at the Royal Military School of Music, Kneller Hall near Twickenham. 2-8 August 2015 The week long course is to attend and is aimed at capable and professional musicians who would like to find out more about a career as a musician in the British Army. The Corps of Army Music employs over 650 musicians across 22 Bands. We cover almost every genre including a String Orchestra, marching bands, Concert Bands, small ensembles, Jazz and Rock and Pop Bands. Criteria Between 17 and 33 years of age Want to learn more about Army Music and what we do Interested in performing with professional musicians for a week looking for a new challenge What the week will include: Concert Band rehearsals Marching Band Big Band Ensembles Military Skills Physical training - introductory level only Careers presentations Social evenings Applications must be made by 30 June 2015.You can send us an optional video of yourself performing (either professional or just by mobile phone video practicing at home) which may influence whether you get on this over subscribed course. Please send your video to: CamusSummerAcademy@gmail.comAn application form is available on the right of this webpage. Download and send as instructed on the form. So what are you waiting for? If you want more information have a look around our website or give us a call on 0208 744 8642. LONDON DANCE TRIP – JUNE 2015 The final instalment of £50 is to be paid by this Friday (27th March).  There will be a short meeting this Wednesday (25th) at break time in the library and attendance is essential.  Any queries or questions please see Miss Falconer or Miss Murphy in PE.   LOST PROPERTY RECLAIM Friday 27th March, break time in the foyer by the Dining Centre at Lauderdale Street.   Word of the Week from 4R1/2 Word: phantasmagoria (noun)   Definition: a sequence of real or imaginary images like those seen in a dream Context: The straight As on her exam transcript, and the resulting rewards from her parents, were a classic case of phantasmagoria.   There were some great words this week and it was difficult to choose one. Well done to 4R1/2 who came up with a lovely word and a context sentence that will, I am sure, turn out to be a mere phantasmagoria itself.  Interesting and surprising words beginning with Q for next week.   Easter Activities Programme There’s no need to worry about being bored during the Easter holidays because 3Ms has organised trips and activities throughout the holiday period. The Easter programme offers climbing, mountain biking, laser combat, wakeboarding and a trip to the Time Capsule. Leaflets are available from Reception at Lauderdale. Book soon as places will fill quickly! ALL PUPILS All pupils that have an instrumental lesson at 8.50am MUST report to the office at the bottom of Bruntsfield House to register they are present.  Absence calls will go home to parents if pupils do not register.