1. LASSWADE HIGH SCHOOL GROUPS/CLUBS INFORMATION Tuesday 1 March

2. Assemblies This Week Wednesday 2 MarchS3 Friday 4 MarchS1 TOPIC: CURRICILUM/COURSING

3. Lost Property ALL LOST PROPERTY WILL BE DISPOSED OF ON THURSDAY 24 MARCH. IF YOU HAVE LOST AN ITEM OF CLOTHING OR PENCIL CASE ETC, PLEASE CALL TO STUDENT RECEPTION TO SEE IF IT’S THERE.

4. Friday 4 th March in the atrium at break time

6. ATTENTION ALL S6 The next payment of £20 for prom is now due. Payments should be given to Miss McLay in 215.

8. Modern Apprenticeships in Admissions, Guiding and Retail Edinburgh Castle Historic Environment Scotland is offering 9 school leavers the opportunity to join the team at Edinburgh Castle on a two-year Modern Apprenticeship Fixed Term Contract; April 2016 to March 2018. Edinburgh Castle is Scotland’s most popular paid visitor attraction, welcoming around 1.5 million visitors annually. Modern Apprentices are required in the three areas in the castle, tasks will include: Admissions Provide a world class welcome and direct visitors as appropriate upon their arrival at Edinburgh Castle, sell appropriate tickets and products to all walk up visitors, and ensure all vehicles entering the castle and parking on the esplanade have the appropriate approval Guiding Welcome and assist visitors on their way around the castle, work on both indoor and outdoor posts throughout the castle, oversee the security, and cleanliness and tidiness of the various apartments throughout opening hours Retail Carry out the daily operational duties of the shop as requested by the supervisor or retail management, maximise trading income through selling and upselling appropriate merchandise, process sales, whilst ensuring that all financial procedures are adhered to and carried out accurately and efficiently, and ensure that high standards of shop hygiene and housekeeping are maintained at all times The Modern Apprentices will spend the first three months in all three areas taking part in a thorough and detailed induction of the castle, after which they will each be placed in one area where they will stay for the remainder of the contract unless stated otherwise. At this point, the Modern Apprenticeship qualification will commence. You will undertake a Diploma in Cultural Venue Operations (SCQF Level 6) delivered by Rewards Training. Ideally we are looking for National 5s including Maths and English, and/or Higher Grades. Pay range: £16,000 - £17,114 For full vacancy details go to http://opportunities.creativescotland.com/opportunity/index/7d87d860-a448-4c17-b6c4- 0052a4f01015/?Ref=%2F%3Fpage%3D2http://opportunities.creativescotland.com/opportunity/index/7d87d860-a448-4c17-b6c4- 0052a4f01015/?Ref=%2F%3Fpage%3D2 For more information contact joanne.paton@rewardstraining.com (Joanne Paton), or call 01315576500, or visit https://www.rewardstraining.comjoanne.paton@rewardstraining.com https://www.rewardstraining.com Closing date: 25 March 2016 at 12:00

9. Apprentice Floor Layer Advanced Floor Coverings Bonnyrigg We are currently looking for someone to fill the role of Apprentice Floor Layer. The successful candidate will learn many aspects of the flooring industry such as; sub floor preparation (screed/plywood), luxury vinyl tiles (Amtico, Karndean), carpet, vinyl, laminate/engineered and solid wood. The majority of training will be provided 'on-site', however, the chance to attend product based training courses will be available as well as working towards an NVQ level 2 in floor coverings. Applicants must be presentable, have strong communication abilities (verbal, written and listening skills) and confidence in dealing with customers on a face to face basis. They should be physically fit, healthy and enjoy manual work with the ability to learn and perform practical skills efficiently. National 4 Maths and English or equivalent is essential. A driving licence is required, however, if you are currently learning or eager to gain your driver’s licence this would also be sufficient. 40hrs per week with overtime incentives available / 28 days annual leave per year. How to apply Go to http://www.indeed.co.uk/cmp/Advanced-Floor-Coverings/jobs/Apprentice- Floor-Layer-3b16098078497cbd?q=apprenticeshiphttp://www.indeed.co.uk/cmp/Advanced-Floor-Coverings/jobs/Apprentice- Floor-Layer-3b16098078497cbd?q=apprenticeship Vacancy posted 23 February 2016

10. Speech and Language Therapy Speech and language therapists (SLTs) are allied health professionals. They work closely with parents, carers and other professionals, such as teachers, nurses, occupational therapists and doctors. There are around 13,000 practising SLTs in the UK. Thinking about a career in speech and language therapy? What does a Speech and Language Therapist actually do? Want to find out more? Come along to an informal information session: WHEN? Thursday 17 th March, 5:30pm – 7.00pm WHERE? SPHERE Building, 18 Millerfield Place, Edinburgh, EH9 1LW Car parking spaces may be limited. You may wish to consider using an alternative means of travel. To book a place please call Fiona Boswell on 0131 537 7119

11. History Supported Study Come along for top exam tips and extra revision! S4 Nat 5: Tuesday – Mr Murray (Room 116) Wednesday – Mr McKay (Room 216) Senior Nat 5: Wednesday – Miss Whittingham (Room 113) Higher: Thursday – Mr Murray (Room 116) Advanced Higher: Tuesday – Mr McKay (Room 216)

12. Barcelona June 2016 The following Pupils need See Miss Anstruther in Room 205 ASAP Madeline Bird India Lothian Bradley Russell Kai Witherspoon Zainab Hussain Murray Hackland Niamh Roarty Khloe Sneddon Phoebe Traquair

13. Barcelona Trip June 2016 Pupils attending this trip must make sure their payments are made as detailed in the their payment cards, or you may lose your place on the trip. Payments to Miss Anstruther Room 205 The last payment for this trip is due on Thursday 10 th March

14. NEW YORK 2016 There will be a short meeting in Room 306 on Thursday 3 rd March at 1.30pm for all the pupils who were in New York in February.

15. Mrs Paton needs to see the following pupils URGENTLY in ROOM 210 Paris 2016 Alex Drysdale 1SA2 Rachel Kinnear 3SL1 Taylor Ross 1MK1 Craig Smith 2SA3 Archie Stone 1SA6 Skye Chalmers 1SA1 Carmin Dalgetty 1SA2 If you do not come and see me you risk losing your place on the trip!

16. Are you thinking of taking Senior N5/Higher/ Ad. Higher next year? If you would like to attend this great trip please see Miss Conlan for a letter in ROOM 118. Ten pin bowling Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park London Eye Bletchley Park

17. Date: Thursday 14 th April 2016 Cost: £7 Where: Bannockburn, near Stirling. There are only 60 spaces available for this trip so be quick if you would like to come along! S2 Bannockburn History Trip F or more information or for a form, please see Miss MacAndrew. There will be a short meeting in room 114 on Wednesday 2nd March at lunchtime for more information and details!