General News

Scottish Junior Championship for Swimmers with a Learning Disability
Published: 30 November 2012

On Wednesday 21st November Joshua Nisbet and Ashleigh Lawson traveled through to Scotstoun in Glasgow to swim in the Scottish Junior Championships.They had a fantastic time against some fierce competition.  Joshua got through to the final of the 25metres Back Crawl and did a personal best of 31.84secs.  This was not enough to bring back a medal but an excellent effort for Joshua.  Ashleigh was in the final of the 25 metres front crawl and was piped at the post for a medal in this race.  Joshua tried hard in the final of the 50metres front crawl but the competition was very hard. It was a long day for them but they enjoyed the experience and maybe next year we will bring back some medals.

Elizabeth Ann Little

ST ANDREW'S DAY QUIZ
Published: 30 November 2012

It's St Andrew's Day and to get your day off to a right Scottish start, a group of S5 students (Kookie Murray, Mary-Beth McFern, Ailsa Macaldowie and Matthew Moore) have put together a presentation quiz, which pupils across the school took part in during Period 1 this morning. Take part in the quiz yourself here.

There were more Scottish shenanigans, with shortie and other warming Scottish fare on sale at break.  There was also the opportunity for those wishing to get the Saltire painted on their face.

Happy St Andrew's Day!

PSP MINUTES: 31 OCTOBER 2012 (APPROVED)
Published: 30 November 2012

Minutes of the meeting of the Parent School Partnership, held on Wednesday 31 October 2012, approved at the meeting on 28 November 2012 are now available to view.

Further details of PSP activities and previous minutes can be accessed on this website: School Info > Parent School Partnership.

The Parent School Partnership website can be accessed here (although at the time of writing the Edubuzz system is unavailable for essential maintenance).

SCHOOL DANCES: THE WHAT? HOW? AND WHY?
Published: 29 November 2012

Dear Parents and Carers,

Please familiarise yourself with the information regarding school dances.  The school dance is now sold out and looks like it is going to be a great night, following these simple instructions and being aware of this information will ensure that everyone has the fun they deserve.

Kind regards,
Sarah Ingham

NATIONAL READING HOUR
Published: 27 November 2012

St Andrew's Day will see Scottish Book Trust launch National Reading Hour during Scottish Book Week.

Between 11am and 12 noon you are encouraged to read for one hour. The aim is to get as many people participating in reading to illustrate the literary history of the nation. It also provides a relaxing start to the weekend or a dedicated time for reading notes and success guides for looming S5/6 Prelims.

To find out more please click here.

S1 OUTDOOR CHALLENGE
Published: 26 November 2012

S1 Challenge 2012/13

The Knox Outdoor Challenge Teams continue to assert their dominance.  On Friday 23rd November, seventeen enthusiastic students competed in the S1 Outdoor Education Challenge at Pressmenann Woods. Every East Lothian secondary school fielded teams to compete in seven challenges spread throughout the woods. Showing excellent team work, problem solving and orienteering skills the Knox teams placed joint sixth, fourth and first. Congratulations to every student that came out and did their best.

ARCHAELOGICAL ILLUSTRATION WORKSHOP
Published: 26 November 2012

Senior pupils are invited to attend an Archaeological Illustration Workshop at the John Gray Centre on Saturday 8 December 2012.

The workshop will take place between 10 am - 1 pm.

Tickets £5.

For further information contact Caroline Mathers (01620 820617) or Liz Jones (01620 827158).

THE DEBATE: SCOTTISH INDEPENDENCE
Published: 24 November 2012

In 2014, we all have an important decision to make: should we vote for Scotland to become independent?

On Thursday two brave teachers, Mr Illingworth and Mr Redford, went head to head and debated this question in front of a huge and very enthusiastic audience of pupils and staff.  I'm sure everyone who attended would agree that the quality of the debate was excellent and the questions from the pupils were thoughtful, mature and showed that teenagers are engaged in politics and are intellectually curious.  It was very impressive and encouraging to see such a massive turnout from pupils across all age groups. 

The event has definitely created a buzz about the issue and I think Mr Illingworth and Mr Redford can expect to be stopped in the corridor and grilled in the coming weeks!  Well done to all involved.  Watch this space for details of the next staff debate...

K Fairbairn

OCEAN YOUTH TRUST VIDEO 2012
Published: 22 November 2012

During Activities Week pupils are given the opportunity to sail onboard a 70ft yacht with the Ocean Youth Trust.

In May 2012 pupils sailed on board James Cook visiting places such as Newcastle, Blyth and Holy Island whilst experiencing life at sea.

The video below has been put together by the Skipper of James Cook to celebrate the achievements of each young person that has sailed on her this season. If you look closely you will be able to spot some Knox pupils enjoying the experience.

S McPhee

 

Website email readers should click here.

 

Accelerated Reader
Published: 22 November 2012

S1s and S2s achieve certificates

This month the following pupils have been presented with certificates for the fantastic progress they've made on the Accelerated Reader programme: Taylor Clark-King, Simon Duke, Anya Wylie and Brigid Hay. Emily Merritt has reached her target in two zones this month and received her Star certificate closely followed by her Classic reader certificate. Cian Woodsend is rocketing through Classic and received his level 4 certicate. He has to reach level 6 to get his Honour certificate.

Well done to these pupils and we hope to celebrate more young readers in our next update!

 

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