A list of  pupils attending the theatre trip to the Lyceum, Edinburgh on Friday 13th December is now up in the Drama corridor. Please check your name is on the list if you think you are going to see A Christmas Carol.

There shall be a meeting about the trip on WED 4TH DECEMBER at 1.15 in the Drama Studio for those who are coming. Bring your lunch!

A reminder to all National PE pupils that there is study support sessions after school on Mondays and Wednesday with Miss Graham and Thursdays with Mr Tainsh. Please come along to PE after school if you are interested in receiving support or to go over prelim work in order to allow you to be prepared and feel confident with course material.

This is open to all S3 Girls, with applications NOW OPEN.

8 June 2020 to 12 June 2020 - a week of fun and inspiration!

Engineering the Future for Girls, hosted by the Faculty of Engineering in the University of Strathclyde is designed to engage girls in a wide range of engineering challenges that will inspire them to become the next generation of engineers.

There are 100 places available which are fully-funded by BP and BAM Ritchies, for this year’s summer school. It's a non-residential summer school and travel to and from the University of Strathclyde campus (Glasgow city centre) is required. All student costs, including a contribution towards travel and lunch costs, will be covered. Please note that accommodation costs are not included for those who wish to stay in Glasgow during the week. No teacher supervision is required but the provision of a teacher’s supporting statement is necessary for the application to be considered.

More infomraiton is availabel on the Strathclyde University website or within the information flyer.

There will be a short assembly on Friday 22 November 2019 to discuss Leavers' Hoodies and the Leavers' Dance.

Essential that all attend and should only last 10 minutes.

Not long to go till PE do a clear out of any kit we find that is not ours.  Your trainers, t-shirts, joggies, jumpers, etc will be getting donated to local charity shops in 1 week's time!  Come and check we are not discarding your favourite pair of Nike's!

Today is the first session of a new sewing club in the library!

This is an exciting chance to work alongside a former designer and to learn how to sew & design your own clothes and accessories.

Beginners are welcome - bring your lunch with you!

If you have any questions please ask Miss Todd in the library.

There will be a meeting tomorrow at break (Tuesday 19 November 2019) in PE for everyone in S3-S6 involved in Knox Hockey. This includes current players and anyone interested in joining.

A sewing club will be starting every Tuesday lunchtime in the library. This is an exciting chance to work alongside a former designer and to learn how to sew & design your own clothes and accessories.

Beginners are welcome - bring your lunch with you!

If you have any questions please ask Miss Todd in the library.

Can all people going on the New York trip attend a meeting in Miss Stobie's room M.9 at break time on Monday (18/11/19) to pick their menu choices.

Thanks
Miss Stobie 

PE are doing a clear out!! There are a number of pairs of trainers, t-shirts, shorts and trackies that belong to pupils that have been left in the little PE office.  ALL kit will be recycled/donated at the end of November if not claimed.  Please make sure you come and check if anything is yours before it gets recycled!

There will be a meeting for all My World of Work Pupil Ambassadors on Thursday 14 November at 1.25 pm in M.8 (Mr Clark). Please see Mr Flood if you are unable to attend.

REMINDER: all S1 netball players are invited to play against Dunbar Grammar School on Thursday. Please meet in PE straight after the school day ends. This will run until approx. 5.30pm. Please let Ms Borwick if you can play today (Wednesday).

This is a reminder for the below pupils that they have signed up for the Forensic Science day today (Monday 11 November 2019) . Pupils should attend registration, and then go to the hall at the start of period 1 with all of their stuff.

MEETING: for those that are interested in playing against Dunbar Grammar School this Thursday (14th November) please attend a short meeting at lunch time on Tuesday in the small gym at 1.15pm. The game will take place at Knox Academy. Please spread the word!

All S6 pupils are encouraged to fundraise for Children in Need on Friday 15 November 2019 by coming to school in fancy dress!

The Charities committee ask that you also bring in a donation for Children in Need.

Please note:  netball will be running from 3.30pm - 4.15pm today due to S3 parent's evening. Seniors are more than welcome to attend alongside S1-S3!

At S3 Parents Night on Wednesday 6 November, the Eco-Committee will leave its uniform rack in the front hall for parents who would like to take additional uniform items for their children. There is no charge for taking any items - the goal is to support families and to reduce clothing waste!

There will also be a donation box for anyone who would like to donate uniform items to us. We are accepting all sizes of blazers, white shirts, black jumpers, trousers, and skirts. Please ensure that uniform donations are clean before bringing them in. As a reminder, no hoodies will be accepted as these are no longer part of the Knox uniform.

REMINDER: those that have signed up to the netball tournament on Thursday, please come to PE straight after school when the bell goes. Please ensure you have appropriate clothing and footwear and your £3.00 for the bus.

A reminder that the second installment of £150 for the PGL Activities Week Trip is due this Friday 8th November. Please ensure you see Mr Redford if there are any issues making the payment on time.

Thank you

Can the following pupils please register with their period 3 teacher, before heading to the headteachers office for their achievement tie award:

With the Prelim Diet getting ever closer (timetable to be published soon), its worth reminding everyone that there are a range of Study Skills resources available within the Student Zone on our website.

• How do I plan a revision timetable?
• Whats the best way to study?
• How do I get the balance right?