Daily Notices Tuesday 11 October 2016

S5: REACH/ACCESS.  The following pupils have signed up to be part of the Glasgow University REACH/ ACCESS Programme this year: James Sanderson. Siobhan Smith, Eilidh Hill, Abigail Murray, Leigh O’Neil, Laura Irvine, Keira Hayton and Caitlin Grier. Tutors will be in school on Wednesday 2nd November from 10am- 1pm.  You should attend the 2nd floor conference room during this time. Miss Dalrymple

 

S6: HEARTSTART. All those who were trained in Heartstart 2 weeks ago should note that the final part of this training will take place next week on Wednesday (12th October) in the upstairs conference room from 1.30 – 3.25. If anyone has any questions or is unable to attend please see Ms McCulloch ASAP.

 

S1-S6/Staff: NON-UNIFORM.  The last day of this term, Friday 14 October 2016, will be a non-uniform. The suggested donation is £1 and senior members from the Charities Committee will be visiting registration classes. The purpose is to raise money for various Charities including

JEANS FOR GENES and local causes such as the Christmas Stocking Appeal. Ms Biagioni

 

S1-6: CURLING’S COOL CLUB! Come On – Give It A Try!

WHEN:         Most Tuesday’s 4.45pm – 6.00pm (Starting 4^th October)

WHERE:       Stranraer Ice Rink, North West Castle Hotel

WHO:             Old and new players welcome

COST:           £1.50

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES:

Skill Awards:                                   Monday 5–6pm

After School Club:                         Wednesday 4–6pm

Juniour Performance Group:      Thursday 5-6pm

Contact Gail Munro for more information on 01776 704413.

 

S3-6: THE SCOTTISH YOUTH PARLIAMENT ARE RECRUITING people 14 and over to stand as candidates to become MSYPs in the 2017 elections. MSYPs meet three times per year to;

• Bring forward local issues
• Debate and decide the best course of action on issues affecting young people
• Design and deliver campaigns that encourage young people to make their voice heard
• If this sounds like something that might interest you then please contact Mr D Hyslop as soon as possible. Mr Hyslop

Daily Notices Wednesday 27 September 2016

*NEW* S1-6/Staff: SMOKING IN A PUBLIC PLACE.  It is disappointing from a health point of view to note we have a larger than usual group of young people who have started smoking, particularly within the school perimeter or near to it. There also appears to a misconception that it is okay for 16 or 17 year olds to smoke in public places. Below are the details of the legislation that explains what authority the Police have to deal with these issues.  This is a reminder to the youths that chose to smoke and the adults who choose to purchase the tobacco for them. If anyone requires any further information, please contact PC Boyce at Stranraer Academy – 01776 706484.

The Tobacco and Primary Medical Services (Scotland) Act 2010. 

It is an offence for a person under 18 to purchase tobacco;

It is an offence for adults to buy tobacco for under 18s (proxy purchase);

The Police have the power to confiscate tobacco products from persons under 18 when they are – In a public place

The constable may require the person to give him/her

1. The tobacco product or, as the case may be, the cigarette papers to them.
2. The person may also require that person to supply their name and address.

IT IS AN OFFENCE IF THE PERSON FAILS TO COMPLY WITH THE ABOVE.

A CONSTABLE MAY ARREST ANY PERSON WHO FAILS TO COMPLY WITH THE ABOVE.

 

*NEW* S3-6: THE SCOTTISH YOUTH PARLIAMENT ARE RECRUITING people 14 and over to stand as candidates to become MSYPs in the 2017 elections. MSYPs meet three times per year to;

Bring forward local issues

Debate and decide the best course of action on issues affecting young people

Design and deliver campaigns that encourage young people to make their voice heard

If this sounds like something that might interest you then please contact Mr D Hyslop as soon as possible. Mr Hyslop

 

S1-6/Staff: I’m running the Glasgow Half Marathon this Sunday 2nd October. If anyone would like to throw a couple of pounds my way, I’m FUNDRAISING FOR THE SCOTTISH COT DEATH TRUST in memory of my friends’ son Drew, who died in 2011 aged only 50 days.  £650 buys an apnoea monitor for vulnerable babies (or subsequent siblings of those lost to SIDS) and I’ve already raised £420 via my JustGiving page and the Sunday Night Custom House Quiz.  It would be great if I could reach the amount needed for one monitor by Sunday.  Pupils wishing to sponsor me can see me any lunchtime this week.  Mrs Gibb

 

S6/Staff: Could all House Captains, Vice Captains, Head Boy, Head Girl please attend a brief SENIOR EVENTS COMMITTEE MEETING on Thursday 29 September at 1pm in Pupil Support Board Room.  Ms Livingstone

 

S1-6/Staff: COFFEE MORNING.  The Charities Committee in the school are taking part in hosting the World’s Largest Coffee Morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. The Coffee Morning will take place in the Street on Friday 30 September 2016 during morning break. The cost for staff is £2 and £1 for pupils. Tea, coffee, various juices and a selection of home baking, cakes, biscuits etc will be on offer. The Charities Committee looks forward to seeing you then!  Ms Biagioni

 

S6: PE TEACHING OR SPORTS COACHING AS A CAREER. Any S6 student who is considering PE Teaching or Sports Coaching as a career, and would be interested in Work Experience with an S1 or S2 class, should see Mr Baird in the PE Department.

 

S1-6: SCIENCE CLUB will be on this Thursday 3.30 – 4.30. Cost: £1.00. Mr Cameron

 

S1-6: KIDDIES PLAY PARK.  There have been two accidents which have taken place in the children’s play park across from the school. Some young people are going on to the baby swings and engaging in dangerous practice which might lead to serious injury. We are not banning you from going to the park and eating your lunch there (as long as you do not litter). But we are asking you to be very careful and not engage in dangerous play.  Mrs Bradley

 

S1-6/Staff: THE CHRISTMAS FETE will be bringing the Christmas spirit nice and early this year. It will take place on Saturday the 19th of November. Any school/ community groups or businesses are welcome to book a stall. This will be at a cost of £10 for the day. If you would like to book a stall please speak to Miss Moffat.

 

S4/5: ANY COLUMBA 1400 members please attend a meeting on Wednesday the 28th September in the boardroom in Art. The Columba staff will be back in school to discuss how your plans are progressing and here about your up and coming projects. The meeting will start after lunch and will run until the end of the day. (period 6/7/8)

 

S6: SENIOR PHOTOS FOR YEARBOOK, S5/6: SENIOR PHOTOS FOR YEARBOOK will be taken at lunchtime in the assembly hall on Wednesday 28 – Logan, Thursday 29 – Dunskey and Friday 30 – anyone who missed their day. After this date no further appointments will be available.

 

S1-6: BMX COACHING WITH FRED CROWSON BMX COACH @ NEWTON STEWART CENTRE  Saturday 1^st October 2016 – 11.00 – 11.45 am or 12.00 – 12.45 pm.  £1.50 per session.  HOW TO BOOK:  07970359 557 / 01671 401449 / info@newtonstewartinitiative.net.

 

LONG-TERM:

S2-6/Staff: Just a reminder that the SWIS TEAM are generally available in school on a MONDAY, WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY, located across from the dance studio, next to school nurse room.  They welcome you to pop in for a chat regarding any issues you may need advice on.  The board on their office door will inform if they are unavailable and when they are next in school.  Danielle Jarvie

S1-6: RUGBY. Training will take place for old and new members on Fridays after school from 3.30pm until 5.00pm on ‘A’ block pitch. Meet in the outdoor changing rooms and bring outdoor clothing and boots.  Mr Baird.

Daily Notices Wednesday 15 June 2016

*REMINDER* STRANRAER ACADEMY SUMMER FUN DAY. Saturday 18^th June12-3:30. There will be a summer fun day in the school grounds on Saturday 18^th June. Lots of things to see and do including, a BBQ, bouncy castle, face painting, soak a teacher, beat the goalie, raffle, tombola, performances for the Bombshells and pipe band. All proceeds will go towards the Da Vinci group in school. Come along for a great day!!!

 

*NEW* S2-6: THE PHANTOM OF THE ACADEMY. Directed by Columba 1400 with special guest appearance by Mr Cross. Stranraer Academy Assembly Hall on Friday 24 June.  Doors open at 12.30pm for a 12.45 start.  £1 per ticket.

 

*NEW* S4: BIOLOGY PUPILS WHO ATTENDED LOGAN BOTANICAL GARDENS. Mr Halliday and Mrs Ramsay would just like to highlight how pleased we were with the behaviour, attitude and levels of participation on last week’s S4 trips to Port Logan Botanical Gardens. Pupils promoted themselves and the school in a very positive light – and this was very much appreciated! Richard Baines and Colin Belton were very impressed with our pupils, especially in terms of the questions being asked and answers provided. The participation in the practical sessions was also excellent. Well done and thank you to all S4 pupils who attended!

S2-6: STUDENT LITERACY GROUP.  There will be no meeting this Thursday because the Scotland Reads Awards Ceremony is on, but there will be a final meeting next week on Thursday 23rd June. Hope you make it!

S4-6: COLUMBA GROUP. If any members of the Columba group wish to come along and help to make items for the arts and crafts stall next week, meet in room 3Eng at lunchtime. Miss Parker

S3: HISTORY STUDENTS – BATTLEFIELDS TRIP. A reminder that if you would like to go on the Battlefields Trip next year (2017), you must return your form to the office by Wednesday June 15th. If you are missing the form, or are not able to make the deposit payment, please see Mr Lane as soon as possible.

S2-6:  ACTIVITY DAY. Would all pupils ensure final payments have been made for their chosen activity before Friday 17 June 2016, otherwise their space may be lost. There is still time to sign up for In-School Activities such as Movie Marathon, Day of Sports and Computer Gaming. Any questions or queries, please see Ms Biagioni or Ms Fingleton asap.  Ms Biagioni

S2-6:   SCOTLAND READS AWARDS CEREMONY. All of those who have received an invitation to the Scotland Reads Awards Ceremony should go to the main hall at the start of period 7 on Thursday 16th June. We look forward to seeing you all there! Ms Fay

S2-5: ALL PUPILS WHO GET BRASS LESSONS MUST consult the timetable in the music corridor for their lesson time for next Tuesday 14 June. Mrs Sanderson will expect to see you with all your music and be in practice as well! Lessons will be in Music Practice Room 2, the Brass room – Mr Munro.

S2-6/Staff: THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED ON THURSDAY 16th JUNE from 1248 due to the Scotland Reads Awards Ceremony, apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.  Mrs Arthington

S2/3: FRENCH PEN PAL LETTERS will be arriving in school next week. There will be a meeting on Thursday 16th in Miss Moffat’s room (SS2) at 1pm. If you sent off a letter last time please attend and collect your reply. If you do not have a pen pal and would like one then pop along as the French school are sending a few extra.

S6: The school are applying for two places on the LESSONS FROM AUSCHWITZ PROJECT again this year. If you would be interested in taking part and representing the school in this activity you should write a letter of application and give it to Miss Moffat before the end of term. The project involves two training days and a visit to Auschwitz on the 28th of September. After the visit and training the two pupils will be responsible for delivering a program of your choice to others in the school or community.

 

LONG-TERM:

 

S2: BOYS FOOTBALL TRAINING WITH ALAN JENKINS is on Tuesdays 3.45 – 4.45 until end of term.

 

S3: BRONZE DUKE OF EDINBURGH. Sessions will continue to run every Tuesday up until the summer holidays. Pupils should be in attendance. Pupils should also be working to complete their 3 sections with assessors reports between now and then. Miss Goulden

 

S2-6: ATHLETICS CLUB meets every Thursday from 3.25 – 4.45pm.  Come along and try a wide range of activities (running/jumping/throwing/relays).  Please meet in outdoor changing rooms.  All pupils made welcome.  Mr Binnie

 

S2-6/Staff: Just a reminder that the SWIS TEAM are generally available in school on a Tuesday (until 2pm) and all day Wednesday and Friday, located across from the dance studio, next to school nurse room.  They welcome you to pop in for a chat regarding any issues you may need advice on.  The board on their office door will inform if they are unavailable and when they are next in school.  Danielle Jarvie

DAILY NOTICES THURSDAY 12 NOVEMBER 2015

STUDENT INFORMATION

“NEW” S1/S6: BADMINTON – AFTER-SCHOOL BADMINTON IS CANCELLED TONIGHT – Mr Munro
NEW” S5 & S6: SNOWBALL KILT HIRE. Posters are up in and around the school for anyone wishing to find out more info about hiring a kilt for the Snowball. This includes price for different packages – Miss Dalrymple
“NEW”S1-S6/STAFF: CHILDREN IN NEED CHARITY MATCH. To help raise funds for Children in Need, there will be 2 charity matches between seniors and staff. On Thursday there will be a Netball Match will Female Teachers and S6 Girls in the bus park 12.50 pm and on Friday there will be a Football Match between Male Teachers and S6 Boys on the 3G 12.50 K.O. A good turnout would be appreciated with generous donations to support Pudsey and Children in Need. Of course, all this is weather dependant! – Ms Biagioni on behalf of Charities Committee
S1-6: NETBALL. Game against Douglas Ewart High School will be on Tuesday 17th November from 3.30pm. Game against Dalbeattie High School will be on Monday 23rd November from 3.30pm. Team lists are on extra-curricular notice boards outside PE Base. Let Miss Dalrymple know ASAP if you are unable to play.

S1-3: SCIENCE CLUB. Cancelled this week due to staff meeting but will return next week. If you have an experiment you would like to carry out speak to Mr Cameron before Friday 13th and we may experiment on the 19th November. – Mr Cameron

S5/6: JOB OPPORTUNITY – CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Job Title: Customer Service Representative
Location: Newton Stewart
Employer: Marr Financial Services Ltd
Hours: Full Time
Wage: National Minimum Wage. Due to funding restrictions this vacancy is only open to candidates aged 16-24 who meet the Young Persons Wage Incentive criteria.
Closing Date: 20/11/2015. See Mrs Whalen for more information.

S4-6: SKI TRIP MEETING. Could all pupils attend a meeting in Miss Goulden’s room on Monday 16th November at break (prompt). – Miss Goulden

S1-6/Staff: AFRICAN DRUMMING CLUB – TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS. Starting on
Tuesday 10 November 2015 in the Assembly Hall (Lunchtime) 12:55 – 1:20 PM. Come and have fun! – Mr Boyom

S4/5/6: Job Opportunity – JOINERS ASSISTANT for more information see Mrs Whalen.
Location: Newton Stewart
Employer: JOHN MCSHANE JOINERY
Hours: Full Time
Wage: Meets National Minimum Wage. (Due to funding restrictions this vacancy is only open to candidates aged 16-24 who meet the Young Persons Wage Incentive criteria)
Closing Date: 17/11/2015 at 16:00

S6: YEARBOOK BABY PHOTOS. Can everyone in S6 bring in baby photos for the Yearbook as soon as they can (no later than this week) with their names on the back.

S1-6: BOOK WEEK SCOTLAND 2015. As part of ‘Book Week Scotland’ the Literacy Group will be holding a Coffee Morning/Book Sale on Friday 27th November in the library. Any book donations would be greatly appreciated. All monies raised will go to the World Literacy Funds campaign Education for Refugees – Thank you. – Mrs Arthington

S1-6/Staff: CHILDREN IN NEED. Members of the Charities Committee will visit register classes each morning and items will also be available from Ms Biagioni in the Library during break times. We have:
Pudsey Wristbands – £1
Pudsey Keyrings – £2.50
Pudsey Lapel Badges – 2 for £2 (Pudsey and Blush)
S1-4: RUGBY. Training will take place on Wednesday’s after school (outdoors) from 3.30 until 4.45. Please meet in the Outdoor Changing Rooms. New members welcome.
S1-5: We are now recruiting for POLICE SCOTLAND YOUTH VOLUNTEERS in Stranraer Academy catchment area. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain more skills and qualifications whilst having fun doing so. Our group began the adventure in May this year and we have already received regional and national recognition for the fantastic work our team has been involved in. This opportunity is open to everyone aged 13-15 years old. If you applied before and were unsuccessful, please submit a new application. Should you require any further information then please speak to PC Boyce or any of the Police Scotland Youth Volunteers within the school.

S3: BRONZE DUKE OF EDINBURGH. Any pupil who has not yet collected a form for signing up for Bronze Duke of Edinburgh must collect one by this Friday (please come during registration time to collect forms). Forms and money are due in Friday 13th November (again please bring forms and money during registration time) – Miss Goulden.

S1-6/Staff: The next set of PUPIL COUNCIL MEETINGS will take place as follows in the Pupil Support Conference Room at 9am.
• Thursday 12 November – S5/6 Members – Mr Baird
Class reps are reminded to feedback from the previous meeting and gather any issues/concerns from their registration class. – Ms Biagioni

S1-6: CAKE SALE – FRIDAY 20TH NOVEMBER will be held in the street at break. 50p a cake and all proceeds go to McMillan Cancer Support. Please donate generously thank you – 3PL LEADERSHIP GROUP. – Miss Dalrymple

S5/6: EMA. Any pupil who has received a letter confirming funding please come to the office ASAP to pick up a LEARNING AGREEMENT to ensure payment.

Daily Notices Wednesday 28 October 2015

*NEW* S4-6: SKI TRIP. 3 passport photos and the two letters are due into your group leader no later than the end of October. Make sure forms are filled out in detail.

*NEW* S5-6: MONSTERBALL. The Monsterball will take place on Thursday 29th October. Tickets will be on sale this week on Wednesday and Thursday (28th-29th) October at break and lunch outside Miss Martin’s room (ST3). Tickets will cost £5. NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD ON THE NIGHT OF THE EVENT.

S6: MONSTERBALL.  Miss Goulden requires an urgent meeting with those pupils involved in organising the Monsterball. All pupils need to attend Wednesday break time prompt (excluding 2 pupils who will be selling tickets) in Miss Goulden’s Room.

S1-6/Staff: AMNESTEA COFFEE MORNING. On Wednesday the 4^th November at break time in the street there will be coffee and cakes on offer. £2 for staff includes a drink and cake, for pupils this is £1.  – Amnesty International

S3/4: U15/U16 FOOTBALL TRAINING starts again on Wednesday from 3.30-4.45pm.  Please meet in outdoor changing rooms and bring full change of kit.  All pupils made welcome. – Mr.Binnie / Mr.Shannon

S1-6: SKI TRIP BAKE OFF.  There are a number of cake tins left in Miss MacKenzie’s room from the bake sale. Can these please be collected ASAP. Thank you.

S3: The following pupils are reminded the final balance of £12 for ‘An Inspector Calls’ theatre trip is due by THURSDAY: Courtney Anderson, Evie Carruthers-Wallace, Ashley Cloy, James Irvine, Daniel Kane, Siobhan McClymont, Tamarrah McDougall, Robyn McNeillie, Niall Slavin, Tracianne Smith.

S1-2: SCIENCE CLUB HALLOWEEN SPECIAL.  This Thursday will be the Halloween special where we will be experimenting with special FX makeup. New members welcome. Only £1. 3:30-4:30 – Science Rm 8. – Mr Cameron

S1-6/Staff: As part of the 100TH ANNIVERSARY PROJECT, Library 2 will be closed on Friday 6th November, all day.  Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause. Thanks. – Mrs Arthington

S1-6/Staff: THE NON UNIFORM on the last day of term raised £610 for Jeans for Genes and £50 for the Ski Trip. Many thanks to all those who contributed – Ms Biagioni (Charities Committee).

S6: YEARBOOK MEETING.  There will be a meeting on Wednesday 28 October 2015 in the Library at break to set up a committee for the Yearbook. Would all those pupils who are willing to take on a role and see it through to completion, please attend. – Ms Biagioni

S5/6:  EMA. Any pupil who has received a letter confirming funding please come to the office ASAP to pick up a LEARNING AGREEMENT to ensure payment.

S1: BARCAPLE TRIP.  Those going to Barcaple on Wednesday 28th October are to meet at the front of school at 9am. DO NOT GO TO YOUR REGISTER CLASS. You will be registered on the bus. The trip will return at approximately 6.15pm. Remember to bring lunch and a change of warm clothes.

S2: LAGGAN OUTDOORS. Those going to Laggan Outdoors are to meet at the front of school at 9am on their designated day. DO NOT GO TO YOUR REGISTER CLASS. You will be registered on the bus. The trip will return at approximately 4.15pm.  Remember to bring lunch and a change of warm clothes. – Miss Goulden

S1-6: Residents in REPHAD CRESCENT have been in contact with me regarding students congregating in the lane particularly during lunchtimes.  The complaint is smoking, dropping litter, breaking bottles, foul language.  This lane is narrow and borders resident’s gardens.  I have contacted the Community Safety Team who have the power to issue fixed penalty tickets for littering.  I will also carry out regular patrols.  There is no reason to be in the lane other than walking from A to B.  Your cooperation on this matter would be appreciated. – PC Boyce

S1-6/Staff: BOOK AMNESTY.  It would be appreciated if any pupils or members of staff with outstanding library books could return them via the Amnesty Box in the library before the 31st October. Thank you – Mrs Law and Mrs Arthington.

Daily Notices Tuesday 27 October 2015

“NEW” S3/4: U15/U16 FOOTBALL TRAINING starts again on Wednesday from 3.30-4.45pm.  Please meet in outdoor changing rooms and bring full change of kit.  All pupils made welcome. – Mr Binnie / Mr Shannon

 

“NEW” S1-6: SKI TRIP BAKE OFF.  There are a number of cake tins left in Miss MacKenzie’s room from the bake sale. Can these please be collected ASAP. Thank you.

 

“NEW” S3: The following pupils are reminded the final balance of £12 for ‘An Inspector Calls’ theatre trip is due by THURSDAY: Courtney Anderson, Evie Carruthers-Wallace, Ashley Cloy, James Irvine, Daniel Kane, Siobhan McClymont, Tamarrah McDougall, Robyn McNeillie, Niall Slavin, Tracianne Smith.

 

“NEW” S1-2: SCIENCE CLUB HALLOWEEN SPECIAL.  This Thursday will be the Halloween special where we will be experimenting with special FX makeup. New members welcome. Only £1. 3:30-4:30 – Science Rm 8. – Mr Cameron

 

“NEW” S1-6/Staff: As part of the 100TH ANNIVERSARY PROJECT, Library 2 will be closed on Friday 6th November, all day.  Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause. Thanks. – Mrs Arthington

 

S1-6/Staff: THE NON UNIFORM on the last day of term raised £610 for Jeans for Genes and £50 for the Ski Trip. Many thanks to all those who contributed – Ms Biagioni (Charities Committee).

S6: YEARBOOK MEETING.  There will be a meeting on Wednesday 28 October 2015 in the Library at break to set up a committee for the Yearbook. Would all those pupils who are willing to take on a role and see it through to completion, please attend. – Ms Biagioni

S5/6:  EMA. Any pupil who has received a letter confirming funding please come to the office ASAP to pick up a LEARNING AGREEMENT to ensure payment.

S3:  BRONZE DUKE OF ED.  An additional information session will be held for those wishing to participate in Bronze Duke of Edinburgh in Miss Goulden’s room prompt at 13.10 lunch on Tuesday 26th October.  Any queries speak to Miss Goulden.

S1: BARCAPLE TRIP.  Those going to Barcaple on Wednesday 28th October are to meet at the front of school at 9am. DO NOT GO TO YOUR REGISTER CLASS. You will be registered on the bus. The trip will return at approximately 6.15pm. Remember to bring lunch and a change of warm clothes.

 

S2: LAGGAN OUTDOORS. Those going to Laggan Outdoors are to meet at the front of school at 9am on their designated day. DO NOT GO TO YOUR REGISTER CLASS. You will be registered on the bus. The trip will return at approximately 4.15pm.  Remember to bring lunch and a change of warm clothes. – Miss Goulden

S1-6: Residents in REPHAD CRESCENT have been in contact with me regarding students congregating in the lane particularly during lunchtimes.  The complaint is smoking, dropping litter, breaking bottles, foul language.  This lane is narrow and borders resident’s gardens.  I have contacted the Community Safety Team who have the power to issue fixed penalty tickets for littering.  I will also carry out regular patrols.  There is no reason to be in the lane other than walking from A to B.  Your cooperation on this matter would be appreciated. – PC Boyce

S1-6/Staff: BOOK AMNESTY.  It would be appreciated if any pupils or members of staff with outstanding library books could return them via the Amnesty Box in the library before the 31st October. Thank you – Mrs Law and Mrs Arthington.

 

DAILY NOTICES THURSDAY 8 OCTOBER 2015

STUDENT INFORMATION
“NEW” S3- BRONZE DUKE OF ED – An additional information session will be held for those wishing to participate in Bronze Duke of Edinburgh in Miss Goulden’s room prompt at 13.10 lunch on Tuesday 26th October. Any queries speak to Miss Goulden.
“NEW” S1 – BARCAPLE TRIP – Those going to Barcaple on Wednesday 28th October are to meet at the front of school at 9am. DO NOT GO TO YOUR REGISTER CLASS. You will be registered on the bus. The trip will return at approximately 6.15pm. Remember to bring lunch and a change of warm clothes.
“NEW” S2 LAGGAN OUTDOORS – Those going to Laggan Outdoors are to meet at the front of school at 9am on their designated day. DO NOT GO TO YOUR REGISTER CLASS. You will be registered on the bus. The trip will return at approximately 4.15pm. Remember to bring lunch and a change of warm clothes – Miss C Goulden
“NEW” Job Title: Modern Apprentice (Hospitality)
Location: Castle Douglas
Employer: Culgruff House, Crossmichael
Hours: Full Time, flexible hours
Wage: Meets national minimum apprentice wage- Due to funding restrictions this vacancy is only available to candidates who are 16-24 and meet the Young Persons Wage Incentive criteria
Closing date: 16th October 2015
Reference: G/233
“NEW” Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Location: Dumfries
Employer: Home Renewables
Hours: 25 hrs per week
Wage: Meets national minimum wage Due to funding restrictions this vacancy is only available to candidates who are 16-24 and meet the Young Persons Wage Incentive criteria or 25+ and meet the eligibility criteria for the Pathways Scheme.
Please note – CV’s for applicants must be submitted by the referring agency, outlining why the candidate fits the criteria.
Closing Date: 14/10/2015
Reference: LT/081

S1-6: Residents in REPHAD CRESCENT have been in contact with me regarding students congregating in the lane particularly during lunchtimes. The complaint is smoking, dropping litter, breaking bottles, foul language. This lane is narrow and borders resident’s gardens. I have contacted the Community Safety Team who have the power to issue fixed penalty tickets for littering. I will also carry out regular patrols. There is no reason to be in the lane other than walking from A to B. Your cooperation on this matter would be appreciated. – PC Boyce

S3/4: There will be a meeting on Friday lunchtime for all the COLUMBA 1400 2015 members in the Conference room in Art to discuss plans made in Skye. 1pm onwards. Anyone who can not make it let Miss Moffat Know before Friday.

S1-6/Staff: WE NEED YOUR HELP! Volunteers are needed to help create and plant a Marie Curie Field of Hope at the Community Garden, Galloway Community Hospital, Stranraer. We are looking for donations of daffodil bulbs or volunteers to come along to our planting session on 19 October at 2pm (please bring some planting tools!) For further information please contact Julie Currie on 01776 707737 jcurrie@nhs.net or John McNaught on 01671 404267 j.mcnaught@nhs.net

S5/6: ANNIVERSARY PROJECT SIGN-UP. There is now a stations sign-up sheet on Miss Moffat’s classroom door for all who have volunteered to help with this year’s 100th Anniversary project. Please sign up for one station only. If you have not previously given me you name see me first.

S5/6: ANNIVERSARY PROJECT MEETING. There will be a meeting Thursday lunch time at 1pm for all pupils who have volunteered to help with the 100th Anniversary project. This is compulsory- you will find out the activities for each station in more depth.

S1-6/Staff: KNITTED POPPIES FOR SALE. To fund the schools 100th Anniversary Project in Remembrance of the people who made massive sacrifices during The First World War, you will be able to buy a hand knitted poppy. Each poppy will be £2.50, this money will cover materials, money for the project and a donation to the Lady Haig Poppy appeal. They will be on sale on return from the holidays. To ensure you get one place an order with Miss Moffat before the October holidays.
S3-6: SKI TRIP PAYMENTS. Can all pupils please ensure September and October’s payments are in by the end of the week due to October holidays. If there is any reason you cannot pay by this time please see either Miss Goulden or Miss MacKenzie before Friday.

S3-6: SKI TRIP BAKE SALE. Can pupils please remember to bring all items for the bake sale to Miss MacKenzie’s kitchen at the start of the day on Friday.

S1-6: INCH ASSEMBLY CANCELLED THIS WEEK as Mrs Whalen will be out of school. Results and comparisons of Merits will be displayed on the Inch notice board this week. Well done to our new S1 who have achieved a very high number of merits since starting at the Academy and a special mention to 2JW as every pupil in the class received a merit letter home. Keep up the good work and enjoy your October holidays.

S5: ANY PUPIL WHO IS INTERESTED IN STUDYING EDUCATION, ENGINEERING, ACCOUNTANCY AND FINANCE and who would be keen to take part in a widening participation programme run by Glasgow University, please give name to Mrs Whalen asap. This programme can help support future applications to these areas of study. It involves working with tutors from the University both in school and in Glasgow.

S1-3: ACTIVE GIRLS DAY. When the following classes have PE on Thursday 8th/Friday 9th October – 1JW, 1W+, 1AI, 1DH, 2W+, 2DH, 2CD, 2PL, 2AI, 3AI, 3DH, 3CD, & 3PL – can pupils get changed in the usual changing area then can all the girls go to the queens hall and all the boys to the outside store – Boys may bring football boots for being outside. Only exception are the boys in 1DH and 1AI who will stay on swimming for the day. Any questions please come down and ask at the PE base. – Mr Munro

S1-6: There will be a NON-UNIFORM DAY on the last day of term before the October holidays (Friday 9th October). Pupils should pay £1 to their register teachers, the charities committee will be around to collect the money. Money raised will be donated to the Jeans for Jeans. – Ms Biagioni

S1-6: On Friday 9th October there will be a CAKE SALE at break time to raise money towards the school ski trip. Your support of the event will be greatly appreciated, please come along and buy a cake.

S1-6/Staff: THE LIBRARY will be closed to students ALL DAY on Friday 9 October. – Mrs Arthington
S1-6/Staff: BOOK AMNESTY. It would be appreciated if any pupils or members of staff with outstanding library books could return them via the Amnesty Box in the library before the 31st October. Thank you – Mrs Law and Mrs Arthington.

Daily Notices Friday 2 October 2015

*NEW* S2: LAGGAN OUTDOORS. Forms and money need to be in by this Friday 2nd October. Forms will not be accepted after this date. If there is an issue with getting money in on time however pupils are still wishing to go speak to Miss Goulden.

*NEW* S4-6: SKI TRIP. 3 passport photos and the two letters are due into your group leader no later than the end of October. Make sure forms are filled out in detail.

*NEW* S5-6: MONSTERBALL. The Monsterball will take place on Thursday 29th October. Tickets will be on sale the week returning from October holidays on the Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (27th-29th) October at break and lunch outside Miss Martin’s room (St3). Tickets will cost £5. NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD ON THE NIGHT OF THE EVENT.

*NEW* S1-6: There will be a NON-UNIFORM DAY on the last day of term before the October holidays (Friday 9th October). Pupils should pay £1 to their register teachers, the charities committee will be around to collect the money. Money raised will be split between Jeans for Jeans charity and the Ski trip.

*NEW* S1-6: On Friday 9th October there will be a CAKE SALE at break time to raise money towards the school ski trip. Your support of the event will be greatly appreciated, please come along and buy a cake.

 

S1-6/Staff: CURLINGS COOL CLUB every Tuesday from 4.45-6pm starting 6 October 2015 at Stranraer Ice Rink at a cost of £2.  Old and new members welcome.  Come and give it a try.

* Skill Awards – Monday 4.45-6pm

* After School Club – Wednesday 4-6pm

* Junior Performance – Thursday 4.45-6pm

Contact Gail Munro on 704413.

 

S1-6/Staff: THE LIBRARY will be closed to students period 6 & 7 on Friday. – Mrs Arthington

S1-6: DO YOU PLAY A MUSICAL INSTRUMENT? ANY INSTRUMENT! OR CAN YOU SING? The school pipe band is hoping to compete in the Scottish Schools Piping and Drumming Championships in Edinburgh in March 2016. They hope to participate in the ‘Freestyle’ event, which can include any instrument, including voice. If you would be interested in playing in this event, please come to a meeting in Mrs Gibb’s room (E5) at 1.15pm on Monday 5th October so we know what instruments to include in the orchestration of a piece.

 

S5/6: PUPIL COUNCIL. It was decided at Pupil Council this week that our S5/6 members will meet weekly, therefore there will be a meeting in the Pupil Support conference room at 9 am on Thursday. Also the next group meeting for Participative Democracy will take place in Lib 2 Friday, period 7 & 8. – Ms Biagioni

S1-6/Staff: BOOK AMNESTY.  It would be appreciated if any pupils or members of staff with outstanding library books could return them via the Amnesty Box in the library before the 31st October. Thank you – Mrs Law and Mrs Arthington.

S1-6:  PIPE BAND. Practices will be Tuesdays in the hall from 3.30 – 4.30 for pipers, and Wednesday in Music 2 (Mr Munro’s room) from 3.30 – 4.30. Mr Munro has also offered storage for pipe cases on a Tuesday – please take your case to his room prior to registration. – Mrs Gibb

 

 

DAILY NOTICES THURSDAY 3 SEPTEMBER 2015

STUDENT INFORMATION
“NEW” S3/4: COLUMBA 1400. All pupils who attended the Columba 1400 introduction on Tuesday 1st September and would like to continue with the project please attend a meeting after school on Monday 7th in Miss Moffat’s room (SS2) at the end of the school day – SJ Moffat
“NEW” S1-6 NETBALL: Dumfries and Galloway secondary schools run an inter-school netball league. There are junior teams (S1-3) and senior teams (s4-6). Please let me know if you would be interested in being part of this league and representing Stranraer Academy. Stranraer Academy have never participated in this league before. Give names and positions to Miss Dalrymple in PE to register your interest. Be aware that there may have to be trials to select players for the league.
S1-6 LITERACY GROUP: Literacy group will meet in Mrs Fay’s room (GT1) on Thursday at 1pm to plan activities for Book Week Scotland. New members always welcome! – Ms Fay.
S5/6: PRIVATE STUDY CLASSES. In S5/6 the courses which have been selected by you may mean that you have a column containing a study class last period in the day. The school policy is that pupils, including those who are Christmas leavers, may choose to study in school or they may wish, with parent/carer consent, to study at home. The option of study at home is only available if the study period is the last period/class in the day. Pupils must sign out at the school office when leaving the school building. If you wish to study at home last period/class in the day would you please complete the consent form and return it to the school office. All pupils must be in school for registration and assembly as this time is used to share important information. Health and Wellbeing classes are compulsory for all pupils. – Mr Benson

S6: UCAS CONVENTION. Please make sure you have signed up for this via myworldof work website or the UCAS website. Also permission slips should be handed in to Mrs Whalen asap. FYI – tickets can be shown from a smartphone. However, if the phone has a cracked screen I would advise that the ticket is printed out. Wi-Fi is not guaranteed at the venue – so it may be quicker and easier for you to take a screenshot of your ticket on your phone.

S1-3: SCIENCE CLUB is a club where S1 – S2 pupils get to carry out science experiments that members want to carry out. Come along and give it a try, it’s fun, interesting and only costs £1 (to cover costs). It will start up again this week Thursday 3rd September. New members are welcome. Science Rm 8 3:30 – 4:30pm. – Mr Cameron

S2-3: HPV JAGS – GIRLS ONLY will take place at the following times at the assembly hall on Monday 7 September. S2 – 2AI/2DH at 10.15am, 2CD/2RM at 10.50am, 2JW/2W+ at 11.10am and 2PL/2L+ at 11.25am. S3 – 3AI/3DH at 11.40am, 3CD/3RM at 11.55am, 3JW/3W+ at 12.10pm and 3PL/3L+ at 12.25pm.

S3-6: SKI TRIP MEETING. There will be a meeting for those going on the ski trip in Miss Goulden’s room ST5 on Thursday (3rd September) break time. If all those going on the ski trip could turn up promptly at 10.35am. – Miss Goulden

S3-6: SKI TRIP INSTALMENT. Reminder to pupils going on the ski trip that your August and September instalment is due, please hand in the money asap. – Miss Goulden

S3/4: U15/U16 FOOTBALL TRAINING is on every Thursday after school from 3.30-4.45pm. Meet in outdoor changing rooms and bring full change of PE kit. All pupils made welcome. – Mr Binnie/Mr Shannon

S1-6: WARNING FOR PUPILS WALKING TO AND FROM SCHOOL! I have received further complaints from motorists regarding the conduct of some of our students walking to and from school. The complaints are regarding students walking on the road and expecting drivers to stop. A student was struck earlier this year by a car and fortunately escaped serious injury. Anyone found to be putting themselves or others at risk by walking into the path of moving traffic will be dealt with robustly. This type of behaviour should not be happening with secondary school students and paints the school in a negative light. – PC Boyce
S1-6/STAFF: AILSA CRAIG CLIMB. Thank you to everybody who sponsored me on my Ailsa Craig climb last Saturday to raise some funds for Aird. The local branch of Richmond Fellowship organised it, and they have raised approximately £600 in total (exact amount will be finalised next week). I managed to raise £87 of this, so thanks very much! We plan to use the money to buy a bubble tube for the sensory room. – Ms McManus
S6: UCAS CONVENTION – MONDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER. Please make sure you sign up for this asap. Information found at myworldofwork.co.uk/HEconventions Also collect a permission slip from Mrs Whalen.
S1-6: ARE YOU INTERESTED IN A DIFFERENT TYPE OF YOUTH WORK EXPERIENCE? YOUNG CITIZENS – BUSHCRAFT PROGRAMME. This exciting new project starts on 14 September 2015 for 11-18 year olds. To gain a place on this project speak to a member of staff at the Drop-In or contact Linda Greenhill telephone number 03033333000 ext 61276, mobile number 07709479646 or Linda.greenhill@dumgal.gov.uk
S5-6: Anyone looking for volunteer opportunities or hours towards a SALTIRE AWARD and would like to help staff stations at the 100th Anniversary project activity day in November please see Miss Moffat for more information or to sign up.
S1-6: SU GROUP will restart this term on Tuesday 8th September – not 1st September as originally planned. Meet at 3.30pm for an hour with free food and chat in Mr Cross’s room, Social Subjects Base. – Jenny Balmer.

S1-6: BADMINTON CLUB will be starting up again on Thursday the 3rd September,
3:30 – 4:45. All ages and abilities welcome to come along where you will be given the opportunity to improve skills and play games. – Mr Munro

Daily Notices Wednesday 1 July 2015

S1-6: NO DROP IN THIS WEEK, it’s finished for the holidays.

S1-6/Staff: THURSDAY, LAST DAY OF TERM, WILL BE A NON UNIFORM. Pupils are asked to pay £1 to their register teacher as a contribution towards the inflatables and 2 other charitable causes. Thanks in advance for your support. – Miss Biagioni & Charities Committee

S1-6/Staff: THE TABLE BELOW SHOWS AN OUTLINE OF THE LAST DAY OF TERM ACTIVITIES. Please ensure you register as normal on Thursday 0900 hours at registration and then again with your Period 6 teacher. When “timetable” appears on the rota, activities include Arts & Crafts/Rocket Building (which you should have already signed up for), sing-along Frozen in the Assembly Hall or go to your timetabled class. Pupils should remain at their chosen activity and not wander around the school. – Miss Biagioni

	S5/6	S3/4	S2
0900 – 0915	Registration
0915 – 1035 (P1&2)	Inflatables	Sports	Timetable
1035 – 1055	Break
1055 – 1248 (P3-5)	Timetable	Inflatables	Sports
1248 – 1330	Lunch
1330 – 1515 (P6-8)	Sports	Timetable	Inflatables

 

S2-6: CANTEEN. There will be no pre orders and no pasta king at the canteen for the rest of this week.

 

S4-5: BRONZE AND SILVER DOFE WILL NOT BE ON THIS WEEK. Pupils are reminded however that ALL SECTIONS must be finished and signed off WITH ASSESSORS REPORTS before final expeditions. (Bronze 4-5th September) (Silver 10-12th September). Any pupils who have not collected their expedition letter need to do so asap. Letters need handed in by Thursday at the very latest. – Miss Goulden

 

S5-6: BT APPRENTICESHIP available in Stranraer.  See Miss Dalrymple for more details.

 

S2-6: THE LIBRARY will be closed on Thursday 2 July all day.

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S2-6: PLEASE HAND IN UPDATE FORMS TO THE OFFICE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

 

NEWTON STEWART & MINNIGAFF TRADITIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL, 10TH & 11TH JULY.    The festival weekend is the perfect opportunity to learn a new skill and to gain knowledge and experience from some of the best traditional music players in Scotland and Ireland. This year there are workshops in mandolin, guitar, group work, fiddle, bodhrán and pipes so there’s something for everyone and if you’re under 16 then it’s completely free (booking is recommended)! There is also still the opportunity to enter the song writing competition, with 3 different age categories and the chance to win from £50 – £250!! As it stands there are still very few entries, meaning there is a higher chance of winning. The deadline for entries is 4th July. Got to the festival’s website; http://www.tradmusic.com, for all the details.

S5-6: EMA FORMS are now available in the office for those pupils born between 1 March 1996 and 28 February 2000.  If you are 16 years of age or over before 30 September 2015 you may be eligible for an EMA from 20 August (next term).  If you are 16 years of age between 1 October 2015 and 29 February 2016 you may be eligible for an EMA from January 2016.  The cut-off date for application forms received in Dumfries is 31 March 2016.

STUDENT INFORMATION – LONG TERM

S2-6: SCRIPTURE UNION GROUP.  Every Tuesday in Mr Cross’s room (Social Subjects Base). Bible Study, Food, Games and a whole lot more!