Weekly Update 14/12/18
Prelim Exams - January 2019
A parental letter was emailed home for all senior pupils regarding the forthcoming prelims in January. A copy of the letter is attached below along with the prelim exam timetable.
Christmas Cakes
On Monday 17th December the Home Economics Department are inviting all parents, pupils, staff and members of the public in to see 100 Christmas cakes that have been made and decorated in school by S3 pupils and staff. The display will be open from 11.35am in room 2011 until the end of the school day to showcase the designs. There will also be refreshments and home baked goods available. We look forward to sharing the success of our pupils with you all. Thank you for your continued support.
Change to Severe Weather Protocol
A parental letter was emailed home regarding changes to the severe weather protocol, a copy if attached below.
Xmas Socials
S1-S3 Tuesday 18th December 7.00pm - 9.00pm Tickets £6.00
S4-S6 Thursday 20th December 7.00pm - 10.00pm Tickets £8.00
Tickets are on sale at break and lunch by the S6 Events Committee
KHS Christmas Concert 13/12/18
Our young people showcased their musical talents last night. It was an excellent evening, with a vast array of musical numbers and it was great to see so many young people involved. Thank you for the ongoing support from our musical instructors and the hard work, commitment and encouragement from our Music Staff. Already looking forward to our Summer Concert!
Use of Ice Rink Car Park
Please can we ask parents not to use the Ice Rink car park to collect or drop off at the start or end of the school day. It is a private car park that is for the patrons of the ice rink. They are responsible for the upkeep of the car park and it is getting used more than ever now.
Xmas Jumper / Accessories Day 14/12/18
KHS took part in the Save the Children Xmas Jumper Day today. It was great to see so many pupils with their festive jumpers and accessories on! We have raised over £200 which is fantastic! Well done everyone.
Kelso High School Memories 1939 - 2017
Many thanks to those of you who have supported the KHS Memories Project by purchasing a copy of the book. Over 600 of these have now gone, so if you have fond memories of the old building, please ensure that you get your copy before they sell out. They are available from the school office, as well as Brown's Newsagents, Blair Jewellers, Hector Innes, the Hoot 'n' Cat, Morebattle and Yetholm Village Shops, St Boswells Post Office and Frame's Newsagents in Newtown. Cost £10.
S3 Battlefields Experience 2019
The second instalment for the above trip is now OVERDUE. Please make payments via ParentPay or to the School Office. Cheques should be made payable to Kelso High School.
KHS Canteen w/c 17/12/18
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday |
Traditional Favourites | Macaroni Cheese, Sweet & Sour Chicken or Pepperoni Stir Fry | Meatballs & Spaghetti, Beef Lasagne or Broccoli & Potato Bake | Fish & Chips, Chicken Goujons, Quiche or Salmon Fish Fingers | Chicken Korma, Beef Balti or Quorn Curry |
Hot Sandwiches | Tandoori Chicken or Spiced Quorn | Spicy Meatballs or Garlic Mushrooms | Chicken Poppers or Veg Nuggets | Mississizzling Chicken or Onion Rings |
Cold Sandwiches | Roast Ham, Scottish Cheddar, Coronation Chicken or Chicken Mayo | Roast Ham, Scottish Cheddar, Coronation Chicken or Chicken Mayo | Roast Ham, Scottish Cheddar, Coronation Chicken or Chicken Mayo | Roast Ham, Scottish Cheddar, Coronation Chicken or Chicken Mayo |
Readymade Sandwiches | Ham, Cheese, Tuna or Egg | Ham, Cheese, Tuna or Egg | Ham, Cheese, Tuna or Egg | Ham, Cheese, Tuna or Egg |
Pizza | Five Cheese Or Pepperoni | Five Cheese Or Pepperoni | Five Cheese Or Pepperoni | Five Cheese Or Pepperoni |
Soup of the Day | Soup of the day | Soup of the day | Soup of the day | Soup of the day |
Also available every day: Pizza and Baked Potatoes
Gluten Free options also available.
All these meals can always be ordered early in the day or on the day before as a Grab and Go to save pupils waiting at lunchtime.
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