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December 2012
Published: 11 December 2012
Over the last couple of months, we have had a variety of different people in to speak to the class regarding our Advanced Higher Modern Studies dissertations. Our first visitors were PC Black and PC Gray from Lothian and Borders Police, who we quizzed on a variety of subjects including Scottish sectarianism and arming the police. Then John Thayers from MELDAP (Midlothian& East Lothian Drugs & Alcohol Partnership) kindly came in and discussed the influence that drugs and alcohol can have on levels of crime, particularly at a local level. In the next few weeks we were visited by three MSPs, firstly Paul Wheelhouse from the SNP, then Graeme Pearson and Iain Grey from the Labour Party; with them we talked a lot about reoffending and the methods used by the criminal justice system as alternatives to prisons. We were also able to visit Haddington Sheriff Court where we spoke to the Sheriff about sentencing and sat in on some cases. All of these experiences were hugely useful for our dissertations, and we would like to thank everyone who gave up their time for us.
Robin Stewart 6G1
Published: 11 December 2012
The following letter will be issued to pupils via "pupil post" at registration...
10 December 2012
Dear Parents and Carers,
Following a consultation on the Dress Code I have decided to make the following amendments to the extant rules. The changes have been made following the suggestions of parents, staff and pupils. 37% of pupils responded, 30% of staff and roughly 1.5% of parents responded.
This Dress Code will come into force on the 8th January 2013. I hope that you will be as supportive of this as possible. As ever, if there is going to be a situation where your youngster cannot wear Dress Code for whatever reason, please write to me at the school so that we can come to some arrangement that does not result in your child being penalised.
- Skirts and trousers must be made of dense black material and that if trousers are made of denim that they are not obviously jeans. Please ensure that these are black in colour, not faded black, navy or grey.
- Skirts must reach at least 2cm below the pupil’s middle finger when their arms are at their sides.
- Any form of footwear, including trainers, is acceptable as long as they are black with no other colours (not even piping or eyelets or fur) the only exception to this will be wellington boots on days when it is raining or snowing.
- Girls must wear shirts/blouses that have button at the neck.
- Ties are to be worn at the neck.
- Knitwear (sweaters, cardigans, waistcoats and tank tops) or sweatshirts must be black and may not have logo that could not be covered by the palm of the pupil’s hand. Black hoodies are acceptable but must be such that a pupil’s tie can be seen at the neck and any logos must be able to be covered by the pupil’s hand. Knitwear can also be navy but sweatshirts/hoodies must be black. The school will sell knitwear, hoodies and fleeces that have the school badge on them.
- Pupils not wearing black knitwear/sweatshirts must accept that they will be asked to remove these during class time.
- Strappy tops worn over shirts by girls are not acceptable.
- All accessories must be black (belts, scarves etc).
- Stud earrings only, necklaces to go inside shirts and no bangles.
- If a member of staff requests that a pupil removes any accessory or item of outerwear because of health and safety concerns the pupil must comply.
- A stock of suitable sweaters will be kept at school for pupils to borrow if they come to school inappropriately dressed.
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If possible pupils who come to school inappropriately dressed will be asked to go home and change.
Yours faithfully,
Sarah Ingham
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Published: 07 December 2012
Pupils undertaking the S3 CfE introductory course in Business have recently been preparing business plans. As part of this process they have been asked to prepare an 'elevator pitch' to deliver in front of the class.
The video explaining what is expected can be viewed here.
Published: 07 December 2012
Owing to an issue with our Management System, the S2 Progress Reports due out this week are going to be delayed. Further information will follow in due course.
As is always the case, if parents/carers have any particular concerns at this time they should contact their child's Guidance Teacher.
J Young
Published: 07 December 2012
Over the last couple of months, we have had a variety of different people in to speak to the class regarding our Advanced Higher Modern Studies Dissertations. Our first visitors were PC Black and PC Gray from Lothian and Borders Police, who we quizzed on a variety of subjects including Scottish sectarianism and arming the police. Then John Thayers from MELDAP (Midlothian & East Lothian Drugs & Alcohol Partnership) kindly came in and discussed the influence that drugs and alcohol can have on levels of crime, particularly at a local level. In the next few weeks we were visited by three MSPs, firstly Paul Wheelhouse from the SNP, then Graeme Pearson and Iain Grey from the Labour Party; with them we talked a lot about reoffending and the methods used by the criminal justice system as alternatives to prisons. We also went to visit Haddington Sherrif Court where we had an meeting with the Sheriff and watched some cases being discussed in the Court. All of these experiences were hugely useful for our dissertations, and we would like to thank everyone who gave up their time to speak to us.
Robin Stewart
6G1
Published: 06 December 2012
On Tuesday 11 and Wednesday 12 December the Food Court will be serving Christmas lunches.
CHRISTMAS FAYRE
Lentil Soup
Pate with Oatcakes or Toast
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Roast Turkey with Roast Potatoes
Chipolatas Sausages and Stuffing
OR
Broccoli and Pasta Bake
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Selection of Gateaux or Cheesecakes
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Merry Christmas from all the Catering Staff.
Published: 06 December 2012
Congratulations to the following tutor groups:
1L1, 1L2, 1L3, 1T1, 1T2
2L2, 2T2, 2T3
6G1, 6L2, 6L3, 6T1, 6T3
All the pupils in these classes have positive points. Their reward is to be able to dress down for school tomorrow (7th December). Congratulations to all the pupils for keeping their points up.
Let's see who can manage it by the end of next term! The next dress down day will go to the most improved tutor groups.
S Ingham
Published: 03 December 2012
Haddington burgh charter issued by Robert the Bruce in 1318 is currently on display at John Gray Centre.
As part of East Lothian's Saltire celebrations the Burgh of Haddington Charter issued by Robert the Bruce in 1318 has gone on display at the John Gray Centre, Haddington. The Charter came back to the East Lothian archives last week and is the oldest document in the collections. It is now on display at the John Gray Centre until Wednesday 5 December.
East Lothian's Records Manager, Alex Fitzgerald, explained:
"In recognition of the need to strengthen the country's economy burghs and royal burghs were granted exclusive trading rights and privileges to help boost trade and raise revenue from taxes. On 6 December 1318, King Robert 1 issued a charter to the burgh of Haddington re-affirming the exclusive rights of the burgesses in the wool and cloth trade, in access to supplies of local timer and in the use of common pasture.
"The charter was passed by the Parliament that met in Scone and the text was written in Latin. A full translation can be read next to the original charter which is on display in the museum reception on the 1st floor of the John Gray Centre. It is truly amazing that it has survived 700 years in such good shape and we felt it appropriate to be on display during East Lothian's Saltire celebrations."
The John Gray Centre is open 7 days.
