1. LASSWADE HIGH SCHOOL GROUPS/CLUBS INFORMATION Friday 5 February

2. Assembilies TOPIC: SPOTY TODAYS5/S6

3. Immunisations Please return immunisation consent forms to the School Office by Friday 5 February.

4. MidAid Helping hand for Refugees Donations of clothes, shoes, coats, new underwear, toiletries, bedding, school supplies. PLEASE HAND INTO SCHOOL RECEPTION

5. This is Evian Evian doesn’t ask out of class to go to the medical room for water Evian brings in a plastic bottle of water and refills it Be like Evian Bring in a plastic bottle of water

6. £1 for a rose to be delivered to your Valentine. Roses will be on sale in the atrium at break and lunch from THURSDAY 4 th and will be delivered on the 11 and 12 February. £1.50 for your rose to be delivered with a message!

7. Level 3 Apprenticeships Edinburgh RBS has created an apprenticeship that will allow students to complete placements within our three customer facing businesses; Corporate & Commercial, Business Banking, Branch & Retail. Our Relationship Management roles are now live with a start date of April or October depending on the students’ circumstances. Requirements Applicants must have or expect to achieve National 4s in English and Maths. How to apply For more information and to apply go to the following link: http://yourpassionyourpotential.rbs.com/pages/apprenticeships-level-3- apprenticeships Vacancy posted 28 January 2016

8. Modern Apprenticeship in Procurement City of Edinburgh Council How would you like to assist the Procurement team in buying everything from vehicles and new schools to the fairground rides for Edinburgh’s Christmas festivities? The modern apprentice would be part of the Commercial and Procurement team who are responsible for buying all of the goods and services that the Council requires. You must be interested in Data and will use your existing IT skills and talents and learn lots of new ones during your time with the department. This could be the start of a very interesting career and you may have the opportunity to progress onto further training. How to apply For more information and to apply go to https://www.myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/city- edinburgh-council/jobs/modern-apprenticeship-procurement- 38332?utm_source=Indeed&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Indeedhttps://www.myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/city- edinburgh-council/jobs/modern-apprenticeship-procurement- 38332?utm_source=Indeed&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Indeed Closing date Monday 8 February 2016

9. Apprenticeships with SELEX ES Edinburgh SELEX ES, an international leader in electronic and information technologies, is currently advertising vacancies for Business Apprentices, Design Engineering Technicians and Technical (Craft) Apprentices. For full details of all these vacancies go to the Careers Section of the school website or the notice board outside Room 112. Closing date 26 February 2016

10. Modern Apprenticeships in Hairdressing Paterson SA Hairdressing currently has vacancies for Modern Apprenticeships in hairdressing at their salons in Dalkeith, Lothian Road, Edinburgh and South Clerk Street, Edinburgh If you are interested in training in hairdressing call in person at one of the above salons to make an application. To find out more about the training available through Paterson SA’s Academy go to http://www.psahair.com/gallery/about/http://www.psahair.com/gallery/about/ Closing date No closing date set, but apply as soon as possible. Vacancy posted 26 January 2016

11. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES – TRAINEE TECHNICIANS – AUGUST 2016 Amey are currently offering Civil Engineering employment opportunities for individuals looking to combine progressing academic studies whilst launching a professional career. Not only it is a real alternative to going to university full time but they will be working alongside technical specialists gaining practical work experience, whilst earning a salary. Individuals will work in a team, getting to know how the business works. As well as practical work experience, they will get a variety of training, including studying at a local University on a day release basis. They will also have the opportunity to participate on The Duke of Edinburgh’s (DofE) Gold Award. Applicants must have an interest in Civil Engineering and must have attained or aiming to achieve the entry requirements for the part time degree courses shown on the following web sites Glasgow Caledonian University (BSc (Hons) Environmental Civil Engineering Undergraduate, Part-Time) Edinburgh Napier University (BSc(Hons) Civil Engineering Undergraduate, Part-Time) All CVs to be sent to Shona.hainey@amey.co.uk by Friday 27 May 2016. Amey have offices both in Eurocentral (Motherwell) and the Gyle, Edinburgh.Shona.hainey@amey.co.uk

12. Digital Skills Apprenticeship Musselburgh This is an amazing apprenticeship opportunity for a bright and motivated individual to get involved with all aspects of content marketing and social media including strategy, production, sales and reporting/analysis. You will be working for a young and exciting content marketing and social media agency. They produce winning content marketing campaigns, from blogging and social media to email marketing and digital PR, for a range of clients across different sectors. They also over see web design and video production through their strategic partners. We are looking for an outgoing, enthusiastic person with a passion for content marketing and social media. Love to blog? You get extra points! Must be confident, hands-on, creative and able to contribute to the company and its clients. Ideally someone with at least 5 National 5s including Maths and English. For more information and to apply go to http://apprenticeshipsinscotland.com/jobs/digital-skills-apprenticeship-4/ http://apprenticeshipsinscotland.com/jobs/digital-skills-apprenticeship-4/ Closing date - 19 February 2016. This vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is found before the advertised closing date is reached.

14. APPLY NOW FOR COURSES STARTING IN AUGUST 2016 Are you: About to leave school? Looking to progress to university? Interested in a new career? Visit the full website for a full list of further and higher education courses on offer! www.borderscollege.ac.uk To enquire about any courses or for further info email: enquiries@borderscollege.ac.uk

15. Science and Engineering Open Day - 26 February 2016 Find out more about the opportunities available in science, technology and engineering systems as well as automotive and electrical engineering. We will be offering tours of our workshops and live training facilities and the opportunity to chat with local employers. At Edinburgh College your students can help shape the future. #Makeithappen

16. S5 Oxford and Cambridge University Conference 2016 This is a full day conference on 21 st March, for students in S5 who are interested in finding out more about studying at Oxford or Cambridge Universities. Taster lectures; Information about applying; student life; finance You must be studying 5 Highers this year, with A/B passes predicted. Places must be booked in advance. Please see Mrs Wightman or your Guidance teacher asap if interested.

17. S5 Legal Study and Careers Day This will take place on Tuesday 16 th February, 10.00am – 2.00pm in Edinburgh Run by the Law Society of Scotland Providing accurate information to help you decide if a career in Law is right for you. Only 3 places available. Speak to your Guidance teacher or see Mrs Wightman asap to book a place.

18. S5 Sutton Trust University Summer Schools 2016 This is a fantastic opportunity to experience a week in the life of a University Student: attending lectures and tutorials as well as recreational activities. You will be given advice on your University application You should be first generation in your family to attend University You must have achieved at least 5 A/B passes at N5 and be studying relevant Highers It is entirely free and is available at Edinburgh & St Andrews Universities as well as top English Universities. Applications are open now at www.suttontrust.com. Please let your Guidance teacher know you are applying.www.suttontrust.com

19. Visit Universities around the UK at various Sutton Trust sponsored summer schools! Last year our students spent a week at Edinburgh and St Andrews Universities! Find the list of Universities and dates are on Mr Mitchells door or on the school website

20. The following pupils should go to 120 at the beginning of PERIOD 1 TODAY Brett Clarkson Anna McCafferty Aelisha McGlynn Erin mcKeesick Jack Millar Robbie Moody Alexia Murdoch Laura Naysmith Chloe Parkinson Nicole Paterson Connor Robertson Rachael Shanks Thomas Shanks Jessica Smales Abby Steedman William Summersgill Lewis Wight Liam Wringe

21. The following pupils should go to 120 at the beginning of PERIOD 3 TODAY Michael Alexander Steven Andrews Megan Bond Jack Cameron Amber Coleman Alix Henderson Aimee Hoggan Lewis Hudson Ben Lewis Guy MacIntyre Shaun Masterson Jasmine Mclean Lauren Purcell Leah Reid Bradley Sullivan Chloe Watt

22. Tots to Teens Lunchtime drop in We will be offering extra study support for Tots to Teens students on a Monday from 1.15pm - 1.45pm. Come along to the Community Learning and Development office where we can discuss any work, assessments, chat about placement and catch up.

23. FOOTBALL BANNER DESIGN COMPETITION LOANHEAD GALA WEEK Loanhead Gala Week need a new banner to celebrate our LOCAL FOOTBALL HERITAGE......... Two lucky winners will have their image made into a giant banner to be used in the Gala for years to come. Entries should be on A4 paper in colour Miss Hanratty 314 for more details

24. S1-S3 Masterchef Cookery Club There are still some spaces left for cookery club. Now open to S1-S3. Every Tuesday 3:45 pm-5.00pm (approx) in the H.E Dept. A variety of sweet and savoury dishes will be made with the cost of £1.50 each week. If you are interested collect a consent letter from Miss McDonald and return ASAP.

25. This Saturdays Rugby S1,2,15’s and 16’s all away to Merchiston Castle School. Bus leaves school at 9.15am (10.30KO) All pupils must wear school uniform before and after matches. Limited space on bus so let coaches know if you are travelling direct.

26. Pupils attending this trip must make sure their payments are made as detailed in the your payment cards. Payments to Miss Anstruther Room 205 The next payment for this trip is due on Wednesday 10 th February Barcelona Trip June 2016

27. Lasswade WW1 Battlefields Trip URGENT: Could the following pupils come and see Mr McKay (Room 216) ASAP. Ciara Tait Erin Inglis Samuel Harris Rhanna Misselbrook Madeleine Bird Hannah Preston Chantelle Turnbull Melissa Russell Shannon Barbour Beth Jolly Rebecca McGregor Laura Bell Jamie McCabe

28. Swaziland 2016 The next round of fitness testing needs to be completed by the middle of February. It is compulsory that you attend one of the sessions below. You must see Miss Lyon to sign up for either: Wednesday 3rd February Lunchtime Friday 5th February after school (12:15pm - 2:15pm) Both sessions will take place in the Games Hall

29. Visit to Beijing and Tianjin, China In the summer (10 th – 27 th July 2016) each hub can send 5 pupils on the Confucius Institute of Scottish Schools Immersion Course. Pupils who would like to go on this trip need to confirm their interest by Friday 26 th February with Mr Mitchell

30. Visit to Hong Kong, China In the October Holiday as part of Morrison’s Academy initiative there will be a trip to Hong Kong to compete in the Rayleigh- Wilson Challenge (a 24 hour running relay) Interested students should give contact details to Mr Chisholm