June 2013

THE PSP AAA AWARD
Published: 14 June 2013

This year, for the first time, the Parent School Partnership (PSP) will be presenting an award to acknowledge a pupil, an unsung hero, who goes the extra mile for an extraordinary achievement. It is not for academic or sporting success, but for someone who, possibly out of school, has persevered and committed their time and energies in pursuit of an extraordinary goal. The award will be called the AAA award (Attitude, not Aptitude determines your Altitude).

If you know of a pupil who should be considered for this award, please let the PSP know, either by email or through the school, as soon as possible.

 

CHINA TEAM 3 '100 CLUB'
Published: 11 June 2013

The following draws have taken place (with Summer holidays in mind) and Winners are as follows:

 

May:-     Mr Euan Swinton
June:-    P. Gordon
July:-     Mr Nick Davies

Money is being sent via 'pupil post'.

The Team would again like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who signed up and wish everyone a fantastic Summer.

China Team 3

 
 

 

MEASLES, MUMPS AND RUBELLA
Published: 11 June 2013

It’s not too late to protect your child against Measles, Mumps and Rubella.

NHS Lothian is running a catch-up campaign for young people aged 10 to 17 years who have not received two doses of MMR vaccine.

Some young people missed out on the MMR vaccination when they were younger. Two doses of the vaccine are required to ensure protection.

Information has been sent to parents and guardians of children who are 10 to 17 years old whose health records show they may not have completed the full course of MMR vaccination. NHS Lothian is encouraging parents and guardians of these children to contact their General Practice to arrange MMR vaccination for their child. 

To find out more, visit immunisationscotland.org.uk or contact your GP.
 

BBC NEWS: SCOTTISH INDEPENDENCE STUDY
Published: 04 June 2013

In February, S4-S6 Modern Studies classes took part in a pilot study for Edinburgh University who were conducting a national study into young people's attitudes to Scottish Independence. The results of the survey were announced on Sunday and the BBC came in to film some Knox pupils' opinions on it, Head Boy Ben Nisbet also appeared live in the Sunday Politics studio. Well done to all pupils involved!

This has been a wonderful opportunity for our pupils, the full BBC news article and video clip including some of our pupils views can be accessed here.

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