Youth & Philanthropy Initiative (YPI) – S3 Presentations
The Youth and Philanthropy Initiative (YPI) is a powerful active citizenship programme, empowering young people to make a difference in their communities while developing a range of skills. Our young people within S3 have been working with local charities over the last few months and on Wednesday afternoon we held the finals where selected teams championed their charity via presentations. Well done to all our young people involved and congratulation to our winning charity- Unity, Scottish Borders Rape Crisis Centre.
Careers Fair
On Tuesday evening we were able to host our annual Careers Fair with 38 different stalls. We were lucky to have a variety of local businesses, universities and colleges with lots of positive chat about possible pathways and careers. Feedback from all those involved was very positive and we have planned follow up sessions throughout the year. Thank you to Developing Young Workforce for organising.
S2 into S3 Choice of Course Process
Following our recent S2 Parents Evening and Career Fair we are asking our young people within S2 to complete their choice of course form and bring them into school on Monday 27th February. Each young person has been given a time slot to meet with a member of Pastoral / SLT. Details available at the School Office and on Teams. These meetings will take place in the library.
S3 into S4 Choice of Course Process
Our latest S3 Tracking report was shared this week and included recommendations for possible pathways into S4. To support the choice of course process there will also be an opportunity to speak with staff directly during our Parents Evening on Wednesday 8th March. We will then ask our young people within S3 to bring their completed form on Monday 13th March.
S3 Parents Evening
Information has been shared through Groupcall this week to all S3 parents/carers with details on the Parents Evening taking place in person on Wednesday 8th March from 5.00-7.30pm. You will be able to book appointments from 5.00pm on Monday 27th February 2023 and the system will remain open to take your bookings until 5.00pm on Tuesday 7th March 2023.
Please go to http://www.parents-booking.co.uk/kelsohs to book appointments.
Industrial Action on Tuesday 28th and Wednesday 1st
All our learners can access nationally available learning opportunities and resources through a device with internet connection. An online offer will be available through the SBC website.
You can also access the online offer here: https://www.thinglink.com/scene/1651263589891178497
There may be a small number of teachers within school on these days and therefore some learners will be provided with work throughout that day. Microsoft Teams and Showbie will also allow learners to access specific learning and resources that may have been previously set by their teacher.
Parent Council Meeting – Monday 27th February
Our next meeting of the Parent Council will be held in the school (with biscuits) on Monday (27/02/23) at 7.00pm. All welcome to discuss the school and learning generally with a particular focus on barriers to and Support for Learning, led by Mrs Dyer, our PT Support for Learning.
Please do send any questions in advance to the parent council email address (pckelsohighschool@scottishborders.npfs.org.uk) or come in person to raise them on the night.
AGENDA
- Welcome / Introductions / Apologies
- Approval of previous meetings minutes – 26.01.23
- Matters Arising
- Chairperson’s Report
- Head Teacher’s Report / Q & A on subjects raised
- Support for Learning (Dyslexia Focus)
- Treasurers’ Report & Funding Requests
- AOB
- Date of next meeting: Tuesday 28th March via Zoom
Bus Pupils – Exam Transport for Seniors
Any senior phase pupils who are entitled to school transport – can parents please complete the form on the link below:
https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/xfp/form/951
The form explains when exam transport will be given and only allows parents to pick from the specific list of dates it would be required. The form is live now and in order for SBC to arrange exam transport parents must apply before the form closes on Friday 7th April otherwise SBC cannot guarantee they will be able to accommodate pupils.
Kelso RFC Easter Camp
Dates: Monday 3rd and Tuesday 4th April 2023
Times: P6-S2 (1pm-3.30pm)
Venue: Poynder Park
Cost: £15 for both days or £10 per day
You can sign up to this year’s Easter Camp via a google from that will be sent out to parents or you will be able to find link to the form on the Kelso RFC Facebook page.
Canteen Menu
Additional bread, a portion of fruit and vegetable sticks are available with a meal deal.
Drink options include a variety of flavoured and plain water or milk
Starter/Dessert Options include one of the following: soup or baking
If any of the dishes/items have any of the below letters it mean it contains that allergen.
G – Gluten, D – Dairy, E – Egg, S – Soya, F – Fish, C – Celery, Sul – Sulphites, M – Mustard, V – Vegetarian, Vg – Vegan