General News

SAM HEPBURN VISITS KNOX ACADEMY

Published: 27 April 2015

The fantastic teen author Sam Hepburn is coming to Knox Academy on April 28th.

Sam's writing is informed by her hugely fascinating career as a documentary producer for the BBC, which has taken her all over the world to discover stories from people across the globe. 

Sam will talk to S2 Pupils during their Period 5 English Class about the inspiration and research for her latest book If You Were Me.The novel tells the story of a young Afghan asylum seeker who is accused of a terrorist bomb attack. As he lies injured in hospital his 14 year old sister sets out to prove his innocence. A tense and gripping thriller, If You Were Me deals with themes of tolerance, prejudice and the power of lies and is sure to spark debate.

Following the event pupils will have the opportunity to discuss the novel and creative writing styles with Sam. Copies of Sam's two novels will be on sale for £6 per title. A pre order form was issued to pupils via English teachers to guarantee a signed copy of the book.

Sam's publisher, Chicken House, has organised her tour of East Lothian with East Lothian School Librarians' and respective English Departments across the authority. Knox Academy is Sam's last stop in East Lothian following visits to Ross High and Musselburgh Grammar.

                                                                                                                                                                                        B. Plain

NUTRITION EVENING: NBHS
Published: 27 April 2015

Feeding potential - the vital role of nutrition in your child's development"

Wednesday 29 April 7 pm

Amanda Hamilton is a well-known nutritionist, appearing frequently on TV and radio. She's the author of three best-selling health books and contributes to major nutrition communication initiatives in the UK and abroad.

North Berwick High School PTA are delighted to offer this special event which will take place on Wednesday 29 April at 7 pm. The event will take place at the High School.

Tickets are £5.00 and are available from the (North Berwick) school office.

www.amandahamilton.com

S1 BUSINESS DELI PROJECT
Published: 23 April 2015

As part of the S1 Business Education course, pupils have used their business skills and knowledge to set up their own Deli Cafe which will sell a variety of soups, sandwiches and smoothies.

In the week beginning Monday 11 May they will be making their soups, sandwiches and smoothies, using their own ingredients, in the Home Economics Department.  We would like to invite you to come in and watch each group in your child’s class present about their business and, more importantly, to taste the produce on offer.

A letter has been sent home 'pupil-post'.

Dates and times for each class are as follows:

1T3 – Tuesday 12 May at 9.55 am

1T2 – Tuesday 12 May at 12.08 pm

1L1 – Wednesday 13 May at 12.08 pm

1G1 – Thursday 14 May at 9.55 am

1G2 – Thursday 14 May at 9.55 am

1T1 – Thursday 14 May at 3.01 pm

1L2 – Friday 15 May at 11.06 am

We are very excited about this new Project and we are keen for parents to come in and support the pupils in their new business. 

Please complete the slip in the letter and return it to your child’s Business Education teacher by Friday 1 May 2015.

R Flood

 

 

 

S1 WORLD TOUR!
Published: 21 April 2015

S1 have been working on a personal investigation of a country of their choice in classes throughout March/April.

The project content and criteria was created by the pupils after class discussion of what would make a “good” project and topics chosen. Classes were visited by Mr Plain, the School Librarian, who reminded pupils of resources available, how to utilise the library catalogue and booking system whilst giving a demonstration of Encyclopaedia Britannica online. 

The classes spent 1 period researching their chosen topic in the library, where PC, internet and book resources were accessible and they could order any additional resources they required. Pupils were then given 2 periods in class to access the project boxes which had been ordered in by Mr Plain through the School Library Service (thank you!) and stock from the School Library. 

It was expected that additional work be put into these projects in the pupils own time, at home or in the School Library and the end products are OUTSTANDING! 1G1, 1G2 and 1T1 deserve a special mention and a display has been set up in the School Library to showcase their projects. Great work and I hope you all enjoyed researching your chosen country!

Miss Jeffrey

LISTEN AGAIN - SPRING CONCERT 2015
Published: 12 April 2015

Listen again to the talent of Knox Academy pupils who took part in the Spring Concert held on Tuesday 31 March 2015.

To listen and view the videos (in High Definition) please click here.

 

KNOX NEWSLETTER - EASTER 2015
Published: 01 April 2015

The latest edition of Knox News is now available for viewing and downloading on this website in the News section: News > The Knox Newsletter.

 

If you require a paper copy and cannot access the website, please contact the school office on 01620 823387.

BRONZE AWARDS - CHILDREN'S UNIVERSITY
Published: 01 April 2015

Some of our S1 and S2 pupils made Knox history this week when the first ever set of our Children's University participants were presented with their Bronze Awards certificates.  Congratulations go to Dylan Glass, Sarah Greenwell, Rosie Greenshields, Mohammed Uddin, Millie Watt, Harry Thursz, Iona Riley, Liam Fairbairn, Alexander Doctor and Kieran Binning.  They have all participated in a huge range of clubs and activities, as part of their wider learning achievements.

The pupils were presented with their certificates by our Higher Education learning partners, Mary De la Pena MBE, Chief Executive of Children's University, Scotland, and by Callum Maguire, Queen Margaret University.  It is hoped that a graduation ceremony, in 'Harry Potteresque' hoods & gowns,  for silver and gold awards, will happen next session at Queen Margaret University.  Well done to all participants and Happy Easter.  

C Cumming

WORK EXPERIENCE LATEST UPDATE
Published: 18 March 2015

75 Booked and Counting!

With only 9 days to go until all the self found forms are due in we are doing not too badly at all.  I know parents and carers are working really hard with their S3 pupils to find employers and we have  wide variety of interesting and unusual placements this year.  Pupils are working hard composing perfect formal letters and application forms in class and we should be in a position to post these out soon. During these last few days please ensure you and your son/daughter are on track to hand in completed forms by 7th March (a week on Friday!)  I appreciate with  coursing, activities week and a whole host of other pressures that there's a lot to do in busy households but once the forms are all in, we can relax a bit.

As ever if you need to discuss any issues concerned with work experience, please give me a call at school.

 

Thanks

Jayne Easson

PS Spare forms can be found on our website under school info.

 

 

 

ARTICULATE LANGUAGES REVISION DAY

Published: 11 March 2015

French exams are nearly here and Articulate's Language Revision Day is just the thing you need to help you revise!

National 5 and Higher Revision Day, Wednesday 8th April from 10am until 5pm at the Glasgow Gaelic School.

It's just 15 minutes from Central Station and costs just £12.

To reserve a place or for more information call 07791 698945 or email info@articulate-languagecamps.com

RECRUITMENT: MARCH 2015
Published: 11 March 2015

Knox Academy is pleased to announce the following vacancy:

Applicants interested, in the following position are invited to apply through myjobscotland, where further details can also be accessed. The closing date for applications is indicated below:

Closing Date: Sunday 22 March 2015

  • Pupil Support Worker, part-time, permanent (24.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year) - INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Current vacant posts can be viewed on this website under News > Recruitment

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