WHAT is KNOX SPRING SPORTS EVENT? This is a chance not only for those already attending to continue their time in Knox Extra Curricular, but also a chance for people to try something new. This will focus on games and tournaments to allow you to try different sports in a casual manner.
WHY try KNOX SPRING SPORTS? We would love people to come along, push themselves out of their comfort zone, meet new people, and get active and involved in the Knox Sports Community.
HOW can I get involved? There are no sign ups, no pressure, just come along to the games hall at the times below and get involved!

ALL MONTH, EVERY WEEK:

MONDAYS
Lunchtime: S1 Football 

After School: Basketball Tournaments (3:30-4:30pm)
TUESDAYS

Lunchtimes: Volleyball

WEDNESDAYS:
Lunchtimes: Junior Badminton (S1-S3)

After School: Netball (More information to follow on separate Netball Events)
After School: Table Tennis (All year groups) (3:30-4:30pm)
THURSDAYS:

Lunchtimes: Senior Badminton (S4-S6)

After School: WEEKLY EVENTS

KNOX SPRING SPORTS EVENTS (AFTER SCHOOL):
SIGN UP WEDNESDAY LUNCHTIMES @ SOCIAL AREA WITH 6th YEAR PUPILS:

• THURSDAY 26 FEBRUARY 2026 → S1 Football Tournament
• THURSDAY 5MARCH 2026 → S2/3 Football Tournament
• THURSDAY 12 MARCH 2026 → S1-3 Girls Football Tournament
• THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2026 → Senior Girls Football Tournament
• THURSDAY 26  MARCH 2026 → Senior Boys Football Tournament

Our S4, S5 and S6 are soon to embark on the 2025 diet of the National SQA examinations. Please click on the following links for more information and to assist you in preparing for this.

S4 Exam Leave Letter

S5/6 Exam Leave Letter 

This month Knox Academy is celebrating LGBT+ History Month!

What is it?

LGBT+ History Month was founded in 2005 by the charity Schools OUT to mark the anniversary of the abolition of Section 28. It is a time to celebrate LGBTQ+ culture, achievements, while remembering the struggles and activism that paved the way for progress over the years.

How are we celebrating?

• Corridor Timeline: There is a timeline of key LGBT+ History events in the corridor from the office to the social area. Have a look. Then return to your registration classes to discuss - are there any dates that you found surprising? 
• Online Assembly: There will be an online assembly on Thursday 26th February during registration ran by the LGBT+ Allies club.
• School Wide Competition: The LGBT+ Allies Club are running a school wide competition for you to submit a profile of an LGBT+ Icon. This profile could take the form of a digital/hand drawn poster, a mind map, or whatever you like, as long as you've chosen an LGBT+ icon that inspires you. The person could be alive or dead. Include information on their lives, what they achieved, and why they inspired you. More details to come in the assembly on Thursday. 

Thanks for your support and remember, LGBT+ History is still being made by us every day through the way we choose to treat one another. 

The student-led Spring Concert will take place at 7pm on Thursday 26 March 2026. Knox Choir and Knox Orchestra will be collaborating to perform AFRICA by Toto, with a special alumni guest performance!

Any students & staff are welcome to join Knox Choir or Knox Orchestra for this one-off performance. We'd especially love all the vocalists who recently performed in the S2 Battle of the Bands and S1 Christmas Choir to come along to choir.

Knox Choir will have 4 rehearsals in my room (0048) on the following dates: Wednesday 25 February, Wednesday 4 March,  Wednesday 11 March,  Wednesday 18 March

Knox Orchestra will have 4 rehearsals in the Social Area on the following dates: Thursday 26 February, Thursday 5 March, Thursday 12 March, Thursday 19 March.

We really hope to see lots of new faces!!

Mrs Middlemiss

At Knox S2's have the opportunity to take part in a one night camping trip

When - 28- 29th May

Where- Lennoxlove Estate Grounds

Why - to be at one with nature and share stories round the camp fire

How much - £27 (funding is available)

There are only 30 spaces so it could be names out of a hat depending on numbers.

If you are interested please get a form from Mrs Reynolds(English) before Friday!!!

Designed for school leavers, Rathbones Virtual Insight Days are a great way to explore different career paths and gain a deeper understanding of the wealth management industry.

Attendees have the chance to meet members of our team, ranging from apprentices and graduate trainees to senior leadership, participate in employability skills sessions and meet other like-minded students. You can see an overview of the day’s agenda below:

• 10am - Welcome
• 10.30am - Intro to the Wealth Management industry and Rathbones
• 11.15am - Culture and Values at Rathbones
• 12pm - Meet the Trainees (speed dating session)
• 1-2pm - Lunch Break
• 2pm - CV and Interview Skills Session
• 3pm - An Inside Look - Q&A panel with senior colleagues from across the business
• 4pm - Close

Register Here: School/College Pupil Virtual Insight Day – 19 February 2025, 10am-4pm, for students in years 10-13 or S4-S6.