Knox Academy

A reminder that school breaks for the February holiday on Friday 11 February at 12.05 pm.  School resumes on Monday 21 February at 8.44 am.

During the February holiday an opportunity has been made available for senior pupils to attend revision sessions run by various subject teachers. 

There will be 2 revision days: Wednesday 16 February and Thursday 17 February with the sessions running from 9 am until 2 pm each day. Read more about S5/6 FEBRUARY REVISION

When getting off the 'bus in the morning, pupils should cross Pencaitland Road at the Rosehall crossing and NOT directly in front of the 'bus.

M Duddin Read more about PENCAITLAND PUPILS

A letter was given out with the recent S4 reports giving details of a Mentoring Programme we offer between now and the examinations in May (see below).

Many pupils in past years have found this beneficial and there are still spaces available in this year's programme.

If you are interested or require more information please contact Mr Young (Depute) as soon as possible. Read more about MENTORING SUPPORT FOR S4 PUPILS

Read more about 4 February 2011

Let Academy Productions take you on a gory drama through the dark side of London town... not to be missed after 'The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe'.

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
Tuesday 8th, Wednesday 9th and Thursday 10th February
7pm - Tickets £5 Read more about SWEENEY TODD

Have you noticed a new section on the Knox Academy website over recent weeks?

This is the new House News section, which appears on the front page.

Pupil reporters in the School Council are responsible for submitting articles relevant to their house: Garleton, Lammerlaw or Traprain.  The articles then pass through a moderation process before live publication.

The most recent articles: Read more about HOUSE NEWS

We have a hero in our midst!

Daniel Lomolt-Welch in 2T2 discovered an elderly lady lying on the ground at Knox Court when he was on his paper round.

He quickly came to her aid and managed to get an ambulance out to help her and take her to hospital.

The full story is on the front page of The East Lothian Courier. What a wee star!!! Read more about HERO PAPER BOY - COMES TO THE RESCUE

Two Fourth Year Boys - Rory McGregor (4L3) and Stuart Mills (4T1)  - will be attempting to walk from Haddington to Edinburgh on the 6th of February. They will be doing this to raise money for the Mark Wright Project.  Rory and Stuart have managed to raise over £350 so far!

Good luck to them both! Read more about HELP FOR HEROES SPONSORED WALK

The information below explains your child's attendance sheet....

  Read more about ATTENDANCE EXPLAINED

We would like to let you know of the availability of a new healthy living programme provided by NHS Lothian and East Lothian Council called “Get Going”.

Get Going is a free family healthy lifestyle programme which supports children to work towards a healthy weight. It’s about working together as a family to make small lifestyle changes. Supported by a trained coach, you’ll learn more about eating well and being more active. Children will get the opportunity to take part in fun, active games, while parents share ideas and experiences Read more about GET GOING