March 2020

S6 LEAVERS' CEREMONY - CLASS OF 2020
Published: 12 March 2020

We are delighted to invite you to attend our S6 Leavers’ Ceremony at 11am, on Friday 24 April 2020.

Our ceremony will be led by our S6 Pupil Leadership and Senior Leadership Teams, and is an important day in the life of our S6 as they prepare to move on to University, College or Employment.  This event allows us to come together to wish all of our S6 pupils the very best for their future and to thank you, as parents/carers, for your support of your young person throughout their journey at Knox Academy.

Full details of arrangements and a reply slip can be found in the letter from Mr Tait, S6 Year Head

EASTER 2020: MUSICAL THEATRE SCHOOL - BRUNTON THEATRE
Published: 09 March 2020

The Brunton in Musselburgh is running a Musical Theatre Easter School in partnership with Tommie Travers. Following last year’s sell-out Fringe production of Oliver! there has been a real demand for similar experiences.

The Easter School is open to 8 - 16 year olds, and runs from Sunday 5 2020 - Thursday 9 April 2020, culminating in a Showcase Performance on the Thursday evening at The Brunton. The experience focuses on a variety of musical theatre songs which will be performed in the showcase. As the children learn these songs under the guidance of a professional team, they will develop vocal techniques, have the opportunity to learn dance routines and also take part in fun drama games which build confidence.

The cost to participate is £120, and tickets for the Showcase Performance will be £10 adult, £9 child, £34 family of 4. 

Book your space now, or for more information please email The Brunton Easter School.

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE - 6 MARCH 2020
Published: 06 March 2020

I am sure you will be aware of the current outbreak of coronavirus that has now resulted in positive cases having been identified in Scotland.

East Lothian Council is acting on national advice and keeping schools updated. A letter has been issued today for parents/carers covering the following points:

  • Advice to parents/carers – COVID-19 (coronavirus)
  • What is coronavirus?
  • Preventing spread of infection

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FOR LEARNING GUIDE
Published: 05 March 2020

A Guide produced by Enquire is now available which takes you through the key things you need to know about your and your child’s rights to get them the help they need to benefit from their education and reach their full potential.

The Guide can be found within the Parent Zone section of our website.

END OF TERM ARRANGEMENTS - MARCH 2020
Published: 04 March 2020

It has been a very busy term and all of our young people have been applying themselves extremely well in their studies and also in their many contributions to the wider life and work of the school.

Details of key events over the next few weeks can be found in the End of Term Arrangements Letter.

SQA EXAMINATION ARRANGEMENTS - 2020 EXAM DIET
Published: 04 March 2020

As you are no doubt aware our S4, S5 and S6 are soon to embark on the 2020 diet of the national SQA examinations. 

Letters were issued this morning at registration with relevant information which should assist candidates in preparing for this.

Exam Leave Monday 27 April 2020 – Wednesday 3 June 2020 (inclusive)

SQA 2020 Exam Timetable 2020

S6 LEAVERS DANCE 2020 PAYMENT DEADLINE
Published: 03 March 2020

The deadline for full payment for the Leavers Dance 2020 is Friday 27 March. Anyone who has not paid in full by this date and has not spoken to Miss McBride will be removed from the seating plan. Payments must be made online. Any issues with this please contact the school office for assistance.

Dietary requirements must also have been given to Miss McBride by the above date to ensure that they can be accommodated for at the event.

Further details regarding transport and timings will be given out in due course.

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