August 2010

Published: 26 August 2010

We wish to invite you to an information evening which we have organised to give parents and pupils information on a range of topics relating to University and the UCAS process.  The information evening will be held Wednesday 8 September at 7.30 pm at Knox Academy.

There will be a variety of speakers in attendance including representatives from:
 

  • Edinburgh Napier Univeristy
  • Our Careers Advisor - Jennifer Lawson
  • The University of Edinburgh
  • Queen Margaret University
  • LEAPS

We have asked speakers to cover a variety of topics.  This will help support pupils and parents/carers through the UCAS process and application forms this academic session.  If you wish any further information, please contact Mrs Garwood via the School Office on 01620 823387 or by email.

We look forward to seeing you on 8 September.

Published: 23 August 2010

Two fantastic opportunities available to senior pupils at Knox Academy ...

S5/6 Careers Convention:

Edinburgh Napier University Craiglockhart Campus on Tuesday 31 August and Wednesday 1 September. Knox Academy has been given the time slot of 9.30 am - 11 am on 31 August, but pupils can attend with parents/carers 4.30 pm - 6 pm on 31 August. Parental consent forms must be returned to Mrs Garwood by Friday 27 August. Cost £3.

 

S6 pupils - 2Moro's Driver:

Knox Academy has been given the opportunity to attend the '2Moro's Driver' event at the Brunton Theatre in Musselburgh on Wednesday 1 September. The event is organised by Lothian and Borders Police Road Safety Unit and is open to pupils in S6.

It is a multi-agency event, which is based on a play funded by Road Safety Scotland. It deals with the fun, risks and the responsibilities involved when becoming a new driver and getting a first car. Parental consent forms must be returned to Mrs Garwood by Friday 27 August. No cost.

Replacement consent forms can be downloaded here.

Published: 23 August 2010

Shortly all S1 pupils will have a copy of the East Lothian Numeracy booklet.  The booklet shows strategies for numeracy techniques/skills across learning.

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Published: 20 August 2010

Can all pupils please remember to fill out their VISA waiver application online, by early September 2010.  The United States of America will soon start charging you to do this, so do it now to avoid being charged.

There are still several places still available on the exciting New York Trip for S5/S6 pupils, which departs in Feb 2011!  If you are interested please see Mr Campbell asap.

Published: 16 August 2010

A reminder to parents/carers and pupils that school resumes for Session 2010-2011 on Thursday 19 August 2010 at 8.44 am.

We look forward to welcoming pupils back after the summer holidays.

Published: 01 August 2010

A copy of the Knox Academy "August Pack" for Session 2010-2011 can be viewed below:

 

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