BURNS SUPPER 2013

Last night, family and friends of Knox Academy joined together to celebrate the life and poetry of Robert Burns. It was a wonderful evening rich with  laughter and full of community spirit. Here is Mrs Ingham's summary of the evening: Read more about BURNS SUPPER 2013

25 January 2013

The long-promised snow finally appeared this week but didn’t cause as much disruption as we had feared.  Unfortunately for those of you who live in Gifford and beyond, it wasn’t as easy as all that and I appreciate your help when we did have to send some youngsters home.  Thanks must also go to the intrepid Prentice Bus driver who had to follow a snow plough to get some youngsters home!  Luckily the S5/6 Prelims weren’t too badly affected and any youngster who has missed an exam either because of the weather or illness will get a chance to resit when they return to school. Read more about 25 January 2013

SCHOOL BUSES: CONDUCT

Dear Parents,

There have been a couple of incidents around the county where pupils have unthinkingly caused issues on buses that could have led to distracting the driver and/or causing damage.  Could you please remind your youngster of the following points:

When travelling on buses: Read more about SCHOOL BUSES: CONDUCT

TAKING FLIGHT DANCE WORKSHOP

On Thursday 7 February, students from Edinburgh College’s BA (hons) Dance will be providing a dance workshop to a group of lucky S1/2 drama pupils. The company is offering a day of workshops/ classes based on pieces in their repertoire, taught with technique and creativity at the heart of each session, followed by a performance in the afternoon of “Taking Flight 2013”. Taking Flight is visiting venues, schools and colleges in Edinburgh and Glasgow, as well as New York City! Read more about TAKING FLIGHT DANCE WORKSHOP

NC ACTING & THEATRE PERFORMANCE

NC Acting and Theatre Performance students present “The Pain of existence” on Wednesday 6th February 7pm in Drama Studio 1. Tickets are £2 available from Miss Brown or on the door. Seating is limited and due to the content is for ages 15+ only. As part of the mandatory unit Acting Skills (SCQF Level 6 F5KY 12) students must create and develop two contrasting characters from rehearsal to performance. Students have developed appropriate physical, vocal, emotional and intellectual characteristics in two dramatic scenes. Read more about NC ACTING & THEATRE PERFORMANCE

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION IN CREATIVITY

On Tuesday 29th January at 6pm, Miss Brown will be receiving the award of Professional Recognition in Creativity at the Scottish Parliament, Holyrood. This is in recognition of her work with music, drama, musical theatre and dance over the last two years at Knox Academy. In addition to this, the entertainment for the evening will be provided by our very own elite vocal group "Venus". They will be performing a selection from their repertoire during the event. Read more about PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION IN CREATIVITY

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