Staffing
Susanne Fox will start her new post (PT Inclusion), at Newbattle High School, on 21 November 2026.
Pupils Support Worker – our preferred candidate based on pre-employment checks is Ms C Rochford.
The following posts close on Sunday:
PT Inclusion – full time/permanent
A full-time permanent teacher at Meadowpark
Temporary Curriculum Leader of Communications
Other posts:
Senior Business Support Assistant (to support Guidance) – 30hrs per week (39 weeks per year). Goes live today and closes two weeks on Sunday.
Assemblies
This week’s assemblies were on Expectations (whole school assembly); S4-S6 Prelim Preparation; and House Group assemblies on anti-bullying.
Parents’ Evening S4/5/6
It was great to see so a great turn out for our second senior parents’ evening. Parents/carers seemed very positive about the progress and next steps they were given by staff. If you were unable to make either of these parents’ evenings please do contact the House Team so we can get some feedback for you on your young person’s performance. All seniors should have a study plan in place for their prelim preparation.
Prelims
These will now run from 25 November until 11 December 2025. The updated timetable can be accessed here.
SQA – assessment arrangements explained
The SQA link that explains assessment arrangements for learners (and parents/carers) can be found here.
Achievement Ties
Achievement Ties nominations close on Friday 21 November 2025. Application forms can be accessed here.
PTA – Hamper donations
Knox Academy Support Group (PTA) is excited to announce its first fundraising event of the school year at the S1 Festive Fayre in December. We are raffling off Xmas Hampers and would be extremely grateful for any donations. We are looking for and not limited to, Christmas puddings, mince pies, Christmas cake, chocolates, sweets, tea, coffee, jam, chutney, soup, biscuits, crisps, cheese crackers and oatcakes. Please hand in any donations to Ms Borwick in the PE Department by no later than Friday 28 November. Thank you in advance for your support!
Rights Respecting School
This week’s right is Article 12:
Respect for Children's views
Children have the right to give their opinions freely on issues that affect them. Adults should listen and take children seriously.
Children in Need
The S6 arranged a variety of activities this morning to raise money for this brilliant charity. Thank you to all who baked; those who took part in the sponging of the teacher (a firm favourite of pupils) and also gave generously to this charity – it makes a huge difference to many.
Trips/visits/events
Friday 14 November - S3 Careers Inspiration Day – Shape Your Future!
This day will give pupils a flavour of different careers which may help shape their future and may also help them with subject choices for S4-S6. There will be:
Interactive Workshops on:
Engineering & Tech – Leonardo, STEM Ambassadors
Energy & Sustainability – Centrica
Business & Digital Skills – Lloyds Bank, Limelight Careers
Creative Industries – Capital Theatres
Universities – Edinburgh Napier & QMU
To help explore pathways to:
College or University
Apprenticeships
Employment
Rugby
Haddington Rugby Academy offers U13–U18 teams with training twice a week and matches every Saturday morning. Sessions are led by qualified coaches who are passionate about developing young players and fostering team spirit.
If you would like to learn more or get involved, please contact Mr McInnes, Mr Salkeld, or the PE department. We’d love to welcome you to the squad!
Dates for you diary:
20 November – Parent Council – all welcome – 6.30-8pm (School Library)
25 November – 11 December – S4/5/6 Prelims
3 December – S2 Parents’ Evening – 4.30-6.30pm
8 December – S1-S3 Winter Ball – 7-9pm
10 December – Christmas lunch (food court)
11 December – Christmas Concert – 7pm – Assembly Hall
11 December - S1-S6 Flu Vaccinations (library)
16 December – S4-S6 Winter Ball – 7-9pm
Our school calendar is updated regularly and should be used to access all information throughout the year and allows you to plan ahead too.
Sue Cook
