July 2013

SCHOOL CALENDAR 2013-2014
Published: 25 July 2013

The School Calendar is the most up-to-date place to keep tabs on everything that goes on at Knox Academy.

Entries in the Calendar are subject to change: in such cases we hope to advise you of these changes as soon as possible.

Some points of interest

  • The School Calendar has been updated for Session 2013 - 2014 and it is already looking very busy indeed!
  • The School Day has been changed slightly to allow for extra time during Registration.

 

Session 2014 - 2015

Dates for Session 2014 - 2015 are still to be confirmed by East Lothian Council.

 

SPY WEEK PHOTOS
Published: 21 July 2013

Our S1 pupils took part in 'Spy Week' during the second last week of term. The activities ranged from solving crimes, sending secret messages, keeping fit and packing a spy suitcase, amongst others.

It was a fantastic week - hopefully illustrated in the photos. Enjoy!

 

SUMMER HOLIDAYS: CAREERS INTERVIEWS
Published: 04 July 2013

Careers interviews will be available to school leavers on Thursday afternoons during July and the first two weeks of August.

  • Planning to leave school this summer?
  • Unable to find a college place or employment?
  • Want to find out about options available to you or need advice?

Interviews will be held at East Lothian Works, Lodge Street, Haddington

If you would like to arrange an appointment please contact the Skills Development Scotland Centre, Musselburgh 0131 665 3120 or email Jennifer Jones.

Jennifer Jones
Careers Adviser
 

RE-COURSING ARRANGEMENTS: 20 AUGUST 2013
Published: 03 July 2013

On the 6th of August pupils will be receiving their examination results from the SQA.  This can result in some pupils needing to reconsider their course choices. 

On the Tuesday 20th August, between 10.00 AM and 1.00 PM appointments will be available to meet with the guidance teachers for coursing advice, and the heads of faculty to make the practical arrangements for any necessary changes.  In order to avoid unnecessary waiting, appointments will be based on an ‘arrive at’ time.  We will see pupils/parents as soon as possible after the arrival time. 

To book an arrival time, please telephone the school on Tuesday the 6th of August, any time after 10.00 AM. 
It is worth noting that no course changes will be made until the re-coursing day (20th August).  Therefore, in order to avoid disappointment, we would discourage any parent or pupil from visiting the school in an attempt to discuss re-coursing before this date.

A copy of the S5/6 column structure is available here.  This will help in considering what the implications of changing a subject or level are.

Results
Data protection legislation prevents us from giving out results to anyone other than the person who sat the examination.  A nominated proxy may collect results, but they must present at the school with written permission from the candidate.

Timetable changes
Since the new timetable began in early June a number of pupils have requested changes.  I would encourage parents to check pupil timetables, and in the unlikely event that changes have been made with which you do not agree, please email Mr Illingworth as a matter of urgency.

S Ingham
Head Teacher
 

SUMMER HOLIDAYS: SCHOOL OFFICE CONTACT
Published: 02 July 2013

During the summer break the school office will be closed.  If you need to contact the school with enquiries please email knoxacademy@knox.elcschool.org.uk, the email will be checked weekly by the school Business Manager who will try to respond to your enquiry.