The first meeting this session for our Pupil Learning Team is on Friday 4 November 2022 during Period 2, in the School Library.

If you have signed up to the Pupil Learning Team this session, either following assemblies (for S1 and S2)  before the October Break or through the Google form sent out by email last week (for S3-S6) please register with your class teacher and then come to the Library for the meeting. Your teacher will know if you if you are attending the meeting, as names of those who have signed up will be shared with them prior to Friday.

Mrs Falconer (DHT)

Knox Academy are creating a Sports Council, run by you, the pupils. We are looking for two people from each year group to join this council. The Sports Council will meet twice a term and look at running primary events, Secondary School Lunchtime events and also reintroducing House sport competitions. 

If you would like to apply please complete the Sports Council Application

Application deadline  - Friday 4 November 2022.

Any further questions please come down to the PE department and talk to Mr Esson or Thomas.

Polio, or poliomyelitis, is a paralyzing and potentially deadly infectious disease that most commonly affects children under the age of 5. The virus spreads from person to person, typically through contaminated water. It can then attack the nervous system. Rotary has been working to eradicate polio for more than 35 years. Their goal of ridding the world of this disease is closer than ever.

We are supporting Haddington Rotary Club by wearing 'a splash of purple' on Thursday 27 October. We must emphasise this is not a dress-down day.

Please bring a donation on Thursday if you can. Your Register Teacher will collect donations.

The latest vacancies are now available from East Lothian Works.

East Lothian Works 14 October 2022

Speak to Mr Flood for more information.

A reminder that entries for the Halloween Art competition are due for Wednesday 26 October 2022. Please get involved and submit an entry… this could be a painting, drawing, sculpture, photography or anything else you can think of. Entries are to be handed into Mr Tait at CDT or emailed to me ka17odale@edubuzz.org , there are some amazing prices up for grabs too!!

I look forward to seeing your amazing work.

Hi everyone! This week we celebrated National Coming Out Day on Tuesday 11th October. As a result, we have shared LGBT Youth Scotland's Coming Out Guide with every pupil via email. 

This Coming Out guide was co-produced with LGBT Youth and young people aged between 13- 25 who are trans, non-binary or are questioning their gender identity. It covers questioning your gender identity, how to come out in a way that is safe for you and how to explore the world of gender expression, gender dysphoria, healthcare, and your rights. It was written for trans and non-binary young people, but you may also find it useful as a family member, friend, or ally of a trans person. 

We hope this is useful and remember, the LGBT+ Allies Group are always accepting new members! We meet every second Wednesday in Ms Stobie's room. Our next meeting is the first day back after October break - Wednesday 26th October.

Ms Fletcher/Ms Stobie/LGBT+ Group Champions

S1 Football Match Information
Any players who wish to be involved in the S1 game on Wednesday 12 October 2022 should meet in the Games Hall during break today (Tuesday). Further information will be shared. If you cannot make the meeting for any reason please let Thomas (Active Schools) know, as soon as possible. 

Hi, it's Lauren and Oscar, its been a very busy start back to the new term and we hope everyone is feeling settled in. As some of you may know its World Mental Health Day this Monday (10/10/22) and as the Head Pupil Leadership Team we want to share some resources to help anyone who is struggling with their mental health. One resource we really recommend is Mind , Mind is an amazing resource full of information on how to cope with different aspects of your mental health, but also shows you that you are not alone, it has resources to offer help to those who are supporting someone with mental health problems too. We would also like to direct you to the ‘Mental Health and Well Being Information’ section on the school website which can be found under the tab 'School Info', we very recently updated this with the help of our school Mental Health Councilor Michael. 

The theme of 2022's World Mental Health Day has been set by the World Federation for Mental Health is 'Make mental health and well being for all a global priority'. Mental Health is hugely important to us as a school, World Mental Health Day is also a chance to talk about mental health in general, how we need to look after it, and how important it is to talk about things and to reach out if you are struggling. As prelims approach for our senior pupils, we understand first-hand how stressful they are, please take care of yourself and allow yourself some ME time too!

The Eco-Committee will meet again on Monday 10 October at lunch time in Ms. Laudi's room. Feel free to bring your lunch. New members are always welcome.

The latest vacancies are now available from East Lothian Works.

East Lothian Works 30 September 2022

Speak to Mr Flood for more information.