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