Well I am sure that as you read this, there will be little talk of anything but Halloween in your house. Last week in school the excitement was definitely building!
Halloween
I am very much looking forward to the Parent Council Halloween Party and seeing the children enjoying dressing up and playing the traditional games.
In assembly last week, I reminded the boys and girls that not everyone likes parties and events like Halloween and that it is find not to want to take part if that is the case.
I found some wonderful graphics about that this week. I know that some people don’t like referring to children as kids but if you can see round that, the advice is really helpful.
Fire Safety
The P6 and P7 pupils had an excellent session with Colin from the fire service last Thursday, where they learned about safety around fireworks and bonfires, which is so important at this time of year. I know that the Fire Service are giving out some strong messages about sparkler safety this year and your children will be able to tell you all about that.
Learning Workshop
As you know, one of our big projects this year is to look at how learning works and how we can support our children to learn both in school and at home, to make the most of their amazing brains.
With this in mind, you are invited to come along to our family learning workshop on Wednesday 15th November in school. We will look at memory, the brain, retrieval practice and exactly what helps (or doesn’t help) different brains to learn. The session will be fun and informative and there will be refreshments. Mrs Carter will lead the session with input from others with expertise in the topic.
There is no homework to be done in advance (!) but if you were able to watch (or re-watch) the film “Inside Out” as preparation for the part of the workshop on learning, memory and emotions, that would be fantastic.
Staffing update
As you will know, Miss Fraser has been travelling to work by boat over the last week. That is really going above and beyond, isn’t it?! The local authority has been incredibly supportive and helpful in these challenging times to ensure that schools in the area can keeping providing in-school learning with their usual teachers for all of our children.
Teeny Law, who usually works with us on a Friday, is going to re-arrange her other work commitments and if all goes to plan, will be with us for a day at the start of the week beginning 13th November.
We have re-arranged staffing to make sure that the pupils who were supported by Mrs Lynas continue to be supported by staff who know them well. We are also looking to recruit a new member of support staff as soon as possible.
Warning Lights
I am delighted to report that the flashing 30MPH signs are now working again. Many thanks to the members of the Parent Council who helped me to progress this.
Have a great week and do not hesitate to get in touch if you need anything.
