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Mobile Phones

A reminder about our refreshed approach to mobile phones from the start of the summer term.

School Newsletter

Please see the latest edition of our school newsletter, Academy News.
School closes today at 2:30pm and reopens on Tuesday 22 April.
Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday.

Easter Break

A reminder that the school will close tomorrow, Friday, 4th April at 2:30pm until Monday, 21st April (inclusive) for the Easter break.

For Senior Phase pupils only - Easter School sessions will be running (timetable attached).  Pupils are encouraged to attend in preparation for the SQA exams which start on Monday 7th April.

School returns Tuesday, 22nd April at 8:50am.

Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS)

I am writing to tell you about the upcoming online events which the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) will be offering. These events are to support students who will be starting College or University in 2025/26. There are a range of events which we will be offering over the coming months, and we have provided the details of each below.
  
SAAS Online Application Workshops
 
We will be hosting online application workshops which provide help with completing and submitting an application to SAAS for funding. These sessions can be attended by students and their parents and carers. They will be hosted via MS Teams and will run from 7 April to 28 May.  Attendees can book their free ticket here Book your ticket! – SAAS Funding Application Workshops - National – Microsoft Teams
 
These interactive workshops will:

• explain the funding available from SAAS for those planning to undertake higher education courses (HNC/HND/Degree courses); and
• provide information on the repayment of student loans; and
• have direct access to a funding awareness advisor who can assist you with the formal submission of your SAAS Application.

 
Care Experienced Students Application Workshop
 
We will be hosting an online application workshop which is tailored specifically towards Care Experienced Students. This session will be running on Tuesday 22 April. Attendees can book their free ticket here Book your ticket! – SAAS Care Experienced Students Funding Application Workshop – Microsoft Teams
 
The session will:

• explain the funding available from SAAS to Care Experienced Students undertaking higher education courses (HNC/HND/Degree courses)
• advise what evidence is required to support initial application
• provide information on the repayment of student loans; and
• provide direct access to a funding awareness advisor who can assist with specific or general queries you may have regarding SAAS

 
Estranged Students Application Workshop
 
We will be hosting an online application workshop which is tailored specifically towards Estranged Students. This session will be running on Tuesday 29 April. Attendees can book their free ticket here Book your ticket! – SAAS Estranged Students Funding Application Workshop – Microsoft Teams
 
The session will:

• explain the funding available from SAAS to Estranged Students undertaking higher education courses (HNC/HND/Degree courses)
• advise what evidence is required to support initial application
• provide information on the repayment of student loans; and
• provide direct access to a funding awareness advisor who can assist with specific or general queries you may have regarding SAAS

 
If you have any questions then please do not hesitate to contact  SAASevents@gov.sc

Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS)

I am writing to tell you about the upcoming online events which the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) will be offering. These events are to support students who will be starting College or University in 2025/26. There are a range of events which we will be offering over the coming months, and we have provided the details of each below.
  
SAAS Online Application Workshops
 
We will be hosting online application workshops which provide help with completing and submitting an application to SAAS for funding. These sessions can be attended by students and their parents and carers. They will be hosted via MS Teams and will run from 7 April to 28 May.  Attendees can book their free ticket here Book your ticket! – SAAS Funding Application Workshops - National – Microsoft Teams
 
These interactive workshops will:

• explain the funding available from SAAS for those planning to undertake higher education courses (HNC/HND/Degree courses); and
• provide information on the repayment of student loans; and
• have direct access to a funding awareness advisor who can assist you with the formal submission of your SAAS Application.

 
Care Experienced Students Application Workshop
 
We will be hosting an online application workshop which is tailored specifically towards Care Experienced Students. This session will be running on Tuesday 22 April. Attendees can book their free ticket here Book your ticket! – SAAS Care Experienced Students Funding Application Workshop – Microsoft Teams
 
The session will:

• explain the funding available from SAAS to Care Experienced Students undertaking higher education courses (HNC/HND/Degree courses)
• advise what evidence is required to support initial application
• provide information on the repayment of student loans; and
• provide direct access to a funding awareness advisor who can assist with specific or general queries you may have regarding SAAS

 
Estranged Students Application Workshop
 
We will be hosting an online application workshop which is tailored specifically towards Estranged Students. This session will be running on Tuesday 29 April. Attendees can book their free ticket here Book your ticket! – SAAS Estranged Students Funding Application Workshop – Microsoft Teams
 
The session will:

• explain the funding available from SAAS to Estranged Students undertaking higher education courses (HNC/HND/Degree courses)
• advise what evidence is required to support initial application
• provide information on the repayment of student loans; and
• provide direct access to a funding awareness advisor who can assist with specific or general queries you may have regarding SAAS

 
If you have any questions then please do not hesitate to contact  SAASevents@gov.sc

SQA Exams

Please see attached letter from Mr Graham regarding SQA exams, along with attachments for Easter School and Study Days.

These are for the parents of pupils in S4, S5, and S6.

Mobile Phones

Please see attached letter detailing changes to our approach to managing mobile phones and earphones from 22 April.

Senior Phase Tracking Reports

S4, S5 and S6 Tracking Reports were issued today. 

Please ensure your child shares their report with you.

S3 Parent's Evening - Wednesday 26th March 2025

Reminder

Our S3 Parents' Information Evening will be on Wednesday, 26th March 2025.  

Please be aware if you wish to make appointments the system will close at 6pm on Monday, 24th March.  The instructions on how to do so can be found on the letter attached.

If you have any issues or wish to speak to someone please contact the school office.

Regards,
Mrs E Gray
Depute Head Teacher, S3

S3 Parent's Evening - Wednesday 26th March 2025

Reminder

Our S3 Parents' Information Evening will be on Wednesday, 26th March 2025.  

If you wish to make appointments for your child, the instructions on how to do so can be found on the letter attached.

The closing date for making appointments is Monday, 24th March at 6pm.

If you have any issues or wish to speak to someone please contact the school office.

Regards,
Elizabeth Gray
Depute Head Teacher, S3