General News

S2-S4: POLICE SCOTLAND YOUTH VOLUNTEERS - NOW RECRUITING
Published: 07 September 2017

The PSYV East Lothian group is recruiting now for new members and is looking for youths aged 13-15.

What we do:
Youth volunteers are mentored through a training programme (which includes activities, team building, fun sessions, guest speakers) that provides a practical understanding of policing and opportunities to participate positively within the community. By volunteering within the community, volunteer awards can be achieved.

Examples of volunteer work and events that the group could be involved in are:

  • Locally - gala days, air shows, fun runs, issuing crime prevention advice, fundraising.
  • Nationally - Edinburgh Tattoo, marathon events, PSYV competitions.

Where & when:
Tuesday evenings, 1900-2100 hours, Musselburgh

If this sounds of interest to you, and you are aged 13-15 (or just turned 16), further information can be found on the Police Scotland website.

Documents of interest:

Further info can be requested from:
PC Johnston @ Haddington Police Station
or PC Smith @ Musselburgh Police Station

FOOD COURT - PRICE LIST UPDATE - SEPTEMBER 2017
Published: 06 September 2017

The Food Court price list has now been updated and is available on the Food Court pages of the website.

P7 OPEN EVENING - SEPTEMBER 2017
Published: 04 September 2017

Please note that the Primary 7 Open Evening is on Wednesday 13 September 2017, and not the previous week as the calendar on the website briefly suggested.  Apologies for this inconvenience.

MEADOWPARK NEWSLETTER - WEEK 3 - 01/09/17
Published: 03 September 2017

We have been blessed with the weather, again this week, which has encouraged Outdoor Learning through leadership, exploring the environment and interaction with the community. On this matter please ensure all pupils have a waterproof coat every day. If there is a spare jacket or welly boots you could donate to school that would be fantastic too: the weather will not deter us!

Read more about the fun that we have had in this week's newsletter.

MEADOWPARK NEWSLETTER - WEEK 2 - 25/08/17
Published: 03 September 2017

We have been so lucky to have had warm dry weather for most of this week which has further encouraged development of outdoor play and learning. Find out more in our latest newsletter.

SQA - RETURN OF EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT MATERIALS SERVICE
Published: 02 September 2017

SQA provides a Return of External Assessment Materials service to return non-exam materials to you upon request. They understand that the coursework sent by Knox Academy as part of your course assessment might be of special value to you and your recordings, artwork or written pieces might not be easy to re-create.

For further details of how to request return of your materials visit the SQA Website - there is a charge from the SQA for this service.

SQA 2018 EXAM TIMETABLE
Published: 02 September 2017

Pupils who are currently studying for SQA examinations will find information available on the SQA's Your Exams 2018 website useful.

Information on Study Leave for May 2018 is now available.

You can build a personal exam timetable directly on the SQA website or download the 2018 SQA Exam Timetable (PDF).  The SQA allows schools to change the start times of exams slightly (if necessary), so you should double-check the times of your examinations with your teachers closer to the examination date.

Pupils may also be interested in signing up for the MySQA service which is your direct link with SQA. It lets you view your qualification information, check the personal details the SQA hold for you and if you're sitting exams you can get your results sent by email and text message.

Guidance on Coursework is also provided, including information on how to have your coursework materials returned to you from a previous examination diet.

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES - TRY SOMETHING NEW THIS YEAR
Published: 29 August 2017

There are a range of extra-curricular activities available on offer at Knox Academy.  Speak to your teachers, and keep an eye out in The Bulletin for activities which match your interests, skills, or ambition to try something new!

You can also start your studies with support from members of staff early in the session.  A number of revision classes are run each year.  Speak with your teachers to find out what extra support is available to assist you in achieving your goals.

Details of sporting activities can be found in the most recent Sports Timetable (August 2017).  A timetable of other activities will follow soon.

 

RECRUITMENT: AUGUST 2017
Published: 29 August 2017

Knox Academy is pleased to invite applications for the following vacancy:

Closing Date: Sunday 3 September 2017

28 AUGUST 2017 - MRS RODGER, INTERIM HEAD TEACHER
Published: 29 August 2017

I am writing to advise you that Sarah Ingham, the Head Teacher of Knox Academy, is on a period of leave and Lauren Rodger, Head Teacher of North Berwick High School, will be leading and managing the school on an interim basis.

We would like to re-assure all parents that East Lothian Council is fully supporting Knox Academy, ensuring high-quality learning and teaching continues to be provided for all pupils throughout this period.

Yours faithfully
Fiona Robertson
Head of Education

A letter was issued to all pupils (containing this text) at assemblies during Period 6 on Monday 28 August 2017.

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