If you are looking for some fun entertainment during the summer break consider attending the Footloose Musical Show at the Festival Theatre in Edinburgh on 18-19 July 2025. This will be a fantastic event and we are proud to have three of our pupils performing in the show - Rachel F, Niamh P and Jessica S. Go and support them if you can!!
Happy Holidays
We're all going on a Summer Holiday by Cliff Richard. Have a listen - we'll be singing as a whole school community at the end of the day to celebrate the start of the hols :-)
https://youtu.be/Xddl8fpf2uA?si=38UHN21wpxVmERrg
Carousel Training Centre have funded training places available for anyone wishing to apply for an Early Years Modern Apprenticeship as there are many vacancies in the Edinburgh area, please see list of vacancies below.
Any applicant requires to be of the age 16-19 years, and have a genuine interest in developing the young minds of children aged 0-5 years in a Private Nursery or Out of School Care Setting whilst gaining their qualification through Carousel Training Centre.
An information video where we explain the Early Years job role and training in order for any young person to consider this as a career choice.
See Mr Flood or your Pupil Support Leader for more information.
A great opportunity for you to undertake a modern apprenticeship in the Roads Services for East Lothian Council.
Please see the Job Description for more information; you can also speak to Mr Flood or your Pupil Support Leader.
The vote for Head Pupil will take place tomorrow, Wednesday 25 June 2025; details are below. Pupils should come down to the Assembly Hall at the following times with their teacher. S6 and Staff can vote in the Library from 8.40 am until 11.00 am.
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
Ms Breslin is calling all actors, singers, dancers, musicians and fans of ‘Queen’ music….get ready for our next show at Knox coming June 2026: We Will Rock You
Auditions will be held in August for roles in the production - all years are welcome to apply - S1-S6. More details to follow in August. But for now, remember it’s summer time and… ’God knows we want to break free’.
The following students should come to my room in the Music Department on Tuesday 24 June 2025 9:30 - 12:15 (p2, p3, p4). Please be on time - do not go to your period 2 class - come straight to the workshop. Only those on the list have been excused from class.
Thank you
Mrs Middlemiss
S6
S4
S3
It's that time of year when you get to decide on the Pupil Leadership Team for Session 2025-2026.
This year there are 13 candidates who have shown the ambition to take on one of these positions as part of our school community.
Read the manifestos and watch the campaign videos (YouTube Playlist) - in addition follow the campaign on Twitter @KnoxElections.
You will cast your vote on Wednesday 25 June 2025.
Summer vaccination clinics taking place for students.
All S4-S6 pupils who would like to play in the Senior boys football team, Please come to a meeting at break time today (19 June 2025) in the games hall.
Thank you to everyone who has signed up for the Paired Reading Programme.
Please come to a meeting in the library on Thursday (19 June 2025), at the start of period 7.
If you are unable to attend, please come and speak to Mr Bristow before Thursday.
Lammermuir Larder
This is a reminder that we are collecting for the local foodbank - the Lammermuir Larder.
The deadline for items is the end of this week. If every teacher and pupil brings in one item it would make a big difference so please bring in
non-perishable foods (e.g. tins, cans and packets but nothing fresh which could go off).
Thanks so much
Mrs Montgomery
LGBT+ PRIDE WEEK IS HERE!
16 – 22 June 2025
Let's celebrate love, identity, and inclusivity with a full week of events for LGBT+ Pride! Whether you’re part of the LGBT+ community or an ally, everyone is welcome to come along, get involved, and show their support!
Here’s what’s happening in June:
Monday 16 June & Tuesday 17 June– Sign Making in the Library
Drop by the library to create colourful, empowering signs for Edinburgh's Pride Parade on Saturday, make one to brighten up our corridors or take home to display in your own home and show your support!
Wednesday 18 – Pride Party!
Join us in Ms Fletcher’s room for joyful lunchtime festivities
Thursday 19 – Bracelet Making in the Library
Craft your own pride-themed bracelet to wear with pride or share with a friend. All materials provided!
Friday 20 – Pride Bake Sale at Break (Social Area)
Celebrate the end of Pride Week with a sweet treat – swing by the social area at break for rainbow cakes, cookies, and more. All proceeds support LGBT+ initiatives in our school!
You don’t need to be part of the LGBT+ group to take part – allies and newcomers are warmly welcome at every event!
Let’s make this Pride Week our biggest and brightest yet!
Why Pride Matters:
Pride began as a way to stand up for the rights of LGBT+ people. In June 1969, a group of people in New York City fought back against unfair treatment in an event called the Stonewall Uprising. This moment sparked a movement, and the first Pride marches happened a year later to demand equality and celebrate LGBT+ identities. Today, Pride is a time to honour that history, support each other, and celebrate the right to be yourself.
Take some time in registration to watch this video on the Stonewall Uprising.
Are you interested in debate, world issues, or politics?
Knox Academy is bringing back the Model United Nations club! Model United Nations is a simulation of the real United Nations where students represent countries and debate international issues.
Come to Mr Miller's room (M.5) at the start of lunchtime break (around 13.10) on Thursday 19 June 2025 for an introductory meeting where we will explain more about what happens! By coming along you are not committing to anything - it's just an introduction!
Open to S3-S6, no experience is needed, feel free to email Grace Scott: ka20gscott@edubuzz.org or Maya Borkowski: ka20mborkowski@edubuzz.org with any questions.
Thanks Mr Clark
Morning,
All teachers with pupils who are receiving awards have been emailed. Please can register teachers check their emails and if you have one let pupils know that the awards will be issued today (Monday 16 June 2025) Period 7 in the canteen area. Please ask pupils to register with Period 7 teachers before coming down to the canteen.
Any questions please contact Mr Clark
Basketball club is OFF today (16 June 2025) - basketball club will be on next week.
The Music Department will be hosting a Lunchtime Choir for the P7 Induction Days on Monday 16 and Tuesday 17 June 2025. Current Knox Choir members are reminded to join Mrs Middlemiss in her room at 1:15pm if available.
Thank you!
Please see letter from Miss Cook that sets out all uniform expectations for young people attending Knox Academy.
A space has opened up on the Camping Trip
19-20 June 2025 - one overnight
£26.50
If you are interested come and see Mrs Reynolds (ENGLISH) or Ms Breslin asap
Thank you to everyone who has signed up for the Paired Reading Programme.
Please come to a meeting in the library next Thursday (19 June 2025), at the start of period 7.
If you are unable to attend, please come and speak to Mr Bristow before Thursday.
RRSA will meet on Monday (16 June 2025) at 1.15pm - please join us for a photo opportunity outside the school gates with the RRSA Silver flag.
It would be great to have as many pupils (and staff) as possible involved in this so please come along if you were part of the accreditation and steering group.
Thanks :-)
Mrs Montgomery
REMINDER - Please bring your signed forms back to Miss Bates ASAP. These need to be in before the end of term (June 2025) to secure your place on the trip.
LGBTQI+ PRIDE WEEK IS COMING!
16 – 22 June 2025
Let's celebrate love, identity, and inclusivity with a full week of events for LGBT+ Pride! Whether you’re part of the LGBT+ community or an ally, everyone is welcome to come along, get involved, and show their support!
Here’s what’s happening in June:
Drop by the library to create colourful, empowering signs for Edinburgh's Pride Parade on Saturday, make one to brighten up our corridors or take home to display in your own home and show your support!
Join us in Ms Fletcher’s room for joyful lunchtime festivities.
Craft your own pride-themed bracelet to wear with pride or share with a friend. All materials provided!
Celebrate the end of Pride Week with a sweet treat – swing by the social area at break for pride themed bakes. All proceeds support LGBT+ initiatives in our school!
You don’t need to be part of the LGBT+ group to take part – allies and newcomers are warmly welcome at every event!
Let’s make this Pride Week our biggest and brightest yet!
Please return your permission form - if you want to go on the Edinburgh book Festival Trip- by this Thursday 12 June 2025 to Mrs Reynolds (ENGLISH)
CHANGE - There will be a meeting for all those attending the camping trip in Mrs Reynolds (English) room on Tuesday 10th June 2025 at Break time. You should have returned your tear off slip by now. If you haven't please return it asap. If you don't make this meeting your tent partner may be chosen for you!
It's time for the annual English Department Trip to The Edinburgh Book Festival
Where: Edinburgh Futures Institute
When: Thursday 21 August 2025 (out all day)
How much: £15pp (funding is available)
What: You will enjoy all the sights and sounds of The Edinburgh Festival while also attending two events led by famous authors. All pupils will receive a free book!!!
Who: This is open to new s2/3
If you are interested then see Mrs Reynolds (English) for a permission form this week. Places are limited so come quick!
S6 Core Classes are compulsory and all pupils must attend. This week, for one week only, Period 3 tomorrow (Wednesday 4 June 2025) will be an additional non-contact period. Period 4 will be an Assembly for S6 pupils and everyone should attend. A register will be taken.
BE Uniforms have a 15% Reduced Price Ordering Window for school uniform items such as Knox logo jumpers and S5/S6 Blazers- order deadline for this discount is now Sunday 8 June 2025.
The LGBT+ Allies group will meet in T1.1 at 1.25pm on Wednesday lunchtime to continue making rainbow heart garlands for pride month. Feel free to bring your lunch along!
The library currently has a large number of books overdue. These books have been borrowed but not yet returned. We are hoping to get as many back as possible and need everyone's help.
Please check in classrooms, bags, and at home for any library books. They are usually easy to spot as they typically have labels on their spine, are wrapped in a plastic covering, and have a barcode and stamp on the first pages of the book.
Every book that gets returned to the library from now until June 23rd will equal one entry into a prize draw. The draw will take place on 24 June 2025 with the winner receiving a goodie bag of prizes before the summer holidays.
Good luck and happy hunting!
