Monday 25 March 2019

E-Newsletter for Monday, 25 March 2019


Assemblies for This Week

Wednesday – Skye House

Thursday – Tiree House

Friday  -  Lewis House




Values Focus Week
This week we will be focusing on Individual Responsibility – “We take responsibility for our thoughts, words and actions. We are accountable for the choices we make”.
Mr Hunter




Pupil Medication in School
It is imperative that any child with a medical condition requiring medication to be administered in school have supplies in the school. Parents/Carers are requested to fill in forms when handing in medication. The form clearly states that you accept responsibility for ensuring that the medication has not expired and that there is sufficient medication supplied to the school for your child. Please ensure all medication is handed into school ASAP.
Mrs Fraser





Monthly Quiz
The monthly quiz is taking place on Wednesday lunchtime.  This month's questions are in areas that pupils have requested, so there should be something for everyone.


1.15pm start in the Library.  Bring your lunch.
Mrs Brown




Dance Orders
A reminder that all orders for dance uniform should be handed to Miss Greig by THIS Friday.  Payments must be made through ParentPay.
Miss Greig




Alton Towers 2019
All pupils still to make their payments must do so by Friday 29th March.  Any issues with this please see Mr Gregor.  There is now a waiting list in operation if any pupils can no longer go.
Mr Gregor




Support for Learning GASS
Support for Learning GASS runs every Thursday afternoon with Miss Vidotto for those students with additional support needs. Please come along to Support for Learning to complete homework, study for exams, or read a book.
Miss Vidotto





Pupil Council













The Pupil Council would like to announce that after considering your concerns about the facilities, they have received money from the school to spruce the toilets up and have gone to IKEA to spend it on the following:

Shelves, plants, full-length mirror and picture frames.

If you would like to provide more input into how to improve the school, come along to Ms Jone's classroom on Wednesday lunchtimes to give us your ideas.

Alternatively, put a suggestion in the 'have your say box', located outside the office.

You can also follow us on twitter to keep up to date with our latest discussions and projects

@GHSPupilCl






Pupil Council Survey

The pupil council will be going around registration classes to ask you to answer the following survey:

What would you like to see more of in the canteen?

A)      More salad options

B)      More fruit

C)      More vegetarian options


D)      Nothing, it’s fine as it is.
Other comments – add whatever has been missed. 





Easter Service on Thursday, 4 April 2019



















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Monday 18 March 2019

E-Newsletter for Monday, 18 March 2019


No Assemblies this week.



Values Focus Week
This week we will be focusing on Individual Responsibility – “We take responsibility for our thoughts, words and actions. We are accountable for the choices we make”.
Mr Hunter



Modern Languages Senior Phase Speaking tests.
This week is going to be your SQA Speaking Assessments.

Use your time to prepare thoroughly for those at home and in class. Those SQA Tests can really boost your overall grade!

Good luck!

Mrs Towers



Fringe Festival Committee -S1 – S3 Volunteers
Are you interested in live performance, dance, drama, comedy, music or circus? Do you want to meet new people? We are looking for pupils to join the Fringe Festival Committee. It is open to all pupils from S1-S3. Meetings are on a Thursday Lunch time in Art 2. Please bring your lunch. Looking forward to seeing you there.
Miss Grisdale and Mrs Whyte




Pupil Medication in School
It is imperative that any child with a medical condition requiring medication to be administered in school have supplies in the school. Parents/Carers are requested to fill in forms when handing in medication. The form clearly states that you accept responsibility for ensuring that the medication has not expired and that there is sufficient medication supplied to the school for your child. Please ensure all medication is handed into school ASAP.
Mrs Fraser




Music Department

Lunch and after school groups this week:
Monday lunch – Keyboard Club
Monday after school – Rock Band
Tuesday lunch – Flute Ensemble
Tuesday after school – Senior GASS
Wednesday lunch – Singers
Thursday lunch – Lunchtime Concert
Thursday after school – Senior GASS

All lunchtime groups start at 1:20pm
New members are always welcome. Just come along or speak to Mr Kilday if you are interested.
If you would like to take part in the Thursday Lunchtime Concert, you can sign up in the music department.
Mr Kilday




Clubs for GHS Pupils - Term 2 2019




Monday 11 March 2019

E-Newsletter for Monday, 11 March 2019


Assemblies for This Week

Monday – S1/S6 Assembly

Tuesday – S2 Assembly

Wednesday – S3 Assembly

Thursday – S4 Assembly

Friday – S5/S6 Assembly



Values Focus Week
This week we will be focusing on Tolerance and Fairness – “We promote equality, celebrate diversity and value our differences. We ensure that everyone is treated equally”.
Mr Hunter



Modern Languages Senior Phase Speaking Tests.
The next 2 weeks are going to be your SQA Speaking Assessments.
Use your time to prepare thoroughly for those at home and in class. Those SQA Tests can really boost your overall grade!
Good luck!
Mrs Towers



Fringe Festival Committee -S1 – S3 Volunteers
Are you interested in live performance, dance, drama, comedy, music or circus? Do you want to meet new people? We are looking for pupils to join the Fringe Festival Committee. It is open to all pupils from S1-S3. Meetings are on a Thursday Lunch time in Art 2. Please bring your lunch. Looking forward to seeing you there.
Miss Grisdale and Mrs Whyte



Pupil Medication in School
It is imperative that any child with a medical condition requiring medication to be administered in school have supplies in the school. Parents/Carers are requested to fill in forms when handing in medication. The form clearly states that you accept responsibility for ensuring that the medication has not expired and that there is sufficient medication supplied to the school for your child. Please ensure all medication is handed into school ASAP.
Mrs Fraser



Music Department
 If you would like to use a music practice room at break or lunch, please see Mr Kilday to book a slot.

See the notice board in the Music corridor for lots of upcoming events. If you are interested in any of these events, give your name to Mr Kilday.

Lunch and after school groups this week:
Monday lunch – Keyboard Club
Monday lunch – Flute Ensemble
Monday after school – Rock Band
Tuesday after school – Senior GASS
Wednesday lunch – Singers
Thursday lunch – Lunchtime Concert
Thursday after school – Senior GASS

All lunchtime groups start at 1:20pm

New members are always welcome. Just come along or speak to Mr Kilday if you are interested.
Mr Kilday




Clubs for GHS Pupils - Term 2 2019




Monday 4 March 2019

E-Newsletter for Monday, 4 March 2019


Assemblies for This Week

Tuesday – Lewis House

Wednesday – Skye House

Thursday – Tiree House



Values Focus Week
This week we will be focusing on Tolerance and Fairness – “We promote equality, celebrate diversity and value our differences. We ensure that everyone is treated equally”.
Mr Hunter



LGBT Group
Thank you to all staff and pupils who supported the LGBT group by contributing towards Purple Friday on the 22nd February either by buying a badge or by wearing something purple. This year we raised £50 which will be donated to LGBT Youth Scotland. If you are interested in attending the LGBT group, we meet every Tuesday at lunchtime in Science 5.
Ms McDonald



S4 – S6 Formal Assessments
Formal Assessments will take place in in normal classes during the week beginning
4 March for S4-S6 pupils. 
Mr Mackenzie




Alton Towers 2019
All pupils going on the Alton Towers trip should meet with Mr Gregor in the PE classroom at during break tomorrow (Tuesday 5th March).
Mr Gregor



Fringe Committee – Volunteers
Are you interested in the expressive arts? Do you love drama, music, poetry, comedy or performing? Would you like to work with a team to organise trips to the fringe festival for pupils across the school?  The Fringe committee is looking for new volunteers… please speak to Mrs Whyte or Miss Grisdale for details.
Mrs Whyte/Miss Grisdale




Music Department
If you would like to use a music practice room at break or lunch, please see Mr Kilday to book a slot.


See the notice board in the Music corridor for lots of upcoming events. If you are interested in any of these events, give your name to Mr Kilday.


Lunch and after school groups this week:


Monday lunch – Keyboard Club


Monday lunch – Flute Ensemble


Monday after school – Rock Band

Tuesday after school – Senior GASS

Wednesday lunch – Singers

Thursday lunch – Lunchtime Concert

Thursday after school – Senior GASS

All lunchtime groups start at 1:20pm

New members are always welcome. Just come along or speak to Mr Kilday if you are interested.
Mr Kilday





Clubs for GHS Pupils - Term 2 2019