1. LASSWADE HIGH SCHOOL GROUPS/CLUBS INFORMATION Friday 4 March

2. Assemblies This Week TODAYS1 TOPIC: CURRICULUM/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. S3 STUDENTS CAT TESTING W/B 7 TH MARCH 2016 Could all S3 students please check the notice board to find out when they will be CAT Testing, your register teacher can also provide you with this information.

5. Reminder to all S1 – S3 girls receiving this vaccine next week: Wear a short sleeve shirt/top, if possible Bring in a bottle of water If you have any questions before Monday please come and see me in the Medical Room Thanks Ms Pitkethly

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

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

8. S1 – S5 You will receive your World Book Day £1 gift token in registration this week. With this you can buy one of the special World Book Day £1 books or put it towards any other book of your choice. Lots of participating book shops. Valid until the 27 th March. S6 – you can pick them up from the library. You need to be under 18.

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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

13. Engineering Production Apprenticeships MacTaggart Scott designs and manufactures engineering equipment for the Naval Defence and Marine industries. The company is currently recruiting Engineering Production Apprentices to train at their plant in Loanhead. Entry requirements Applicants must have or expect to achieve National 4 or Standard Grades at Level 3 or above in English, Maths, Physics and a Technology subject. Applicants with Highers are encouraged to apply. Application Go to http://www.mactag.com/124_Apprenticeships.html for more information and to complete an application form.http://www.mactag.com/124_Apprenticeships.html Vacancy advertised – 2 March 2016. Apply as soon as possible.

14. ScottishPower – Engineering Foundation Student Programme Scottish Power is currently recruiting for its Engineering Foundation Student Programme. Training is primarily based at Edinburgh College, Midlothian. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to spend an academic year, starting in August 2016, working towards an electrical engineering qualification at SCQF Level 5 and also get 5 weeks of technical training delivered by ScottishPower. On completion of the course you can apply or will be considered for an apprenticeship with ScottishPower. In past years, many of the students, who were not taken on by ScottishPower, have also been successful in moving on to apprenticeships with other employers, based on the training they have gained from this course. Applicants should demonstrate the following: Be self motivated with the ability to problem solve Have the ability to generate continuous improvement as part of own self development Have the ability to communicate effectively with others Be aged 16-19 and able to demonstrate an interest in following a career in engineering Have, or expect to gain, a minimum of 2 National 4/5 s or equivalent qualifications in English, Maths and/or a Science subject. Application For more information and to apply, go to http://www.scottishpower.com/pages/engineering_foundation_programme.asp. Read the information about the programme and the selection process, then select Central Belt Scotland (East) – Register and Apply. http://www.scottishpower.com/pages/engineering_foundation_programme.asp Training allowance. Successful applicants will be paid a monthly training allowance. Personal protective equipment will also be provided. Closing date Sunday 17 April 2016

15. 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)

16. S6 Prom Tables Prom table requests must be handed in to Miss McLay in ROOM 215 by FRIDAY 11 th MARCH.

17. S1 Science Careers Event Visit at the National Museum Scotland on Friday 4 th March A reminder to the following S1 pupils attending the above visit Finlay DoigJamie Fergusson Ross NotmanEve Baille Jamie HiggsElla Swan Jay McLeishConnor Pell Eilidh BabbsKatie Inglis Paige DenholmEilidh Philips Lucy McDonaldJoshua Jones Caitlin Fourie Please meet at Costa Coffee at 11.45 am sharp. Remember your Bus fare and your packed lunch.

18. English London Trip 2016 The next instalment of £100 should be paid by Friday 11 th March. Please bring money and payment card to Miss Ramtohul (Room 229) Thank you to those who have already paid. The following pupils need to see Miss Ramtohul ASAP: Hannah Farm, Tilly Gordon Tennant and Cameron Stewart

19. Manchester / Blackpool /Alton Towers Trip There are places still available on this trip during the suspended timetable in June. See Mr Rogers in room 121 as soon as possible if you’d like to go. We visit Old Trafford, The Trafford Centre, Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Alton Towers.

20. Lasswade WW1 Battlefields Trip Next Instalment of £100 is now due. It should be paid by no later than 7 th March. Please bring next instalment and payment card to Mr McKay in Room 216

21. 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

22. Barcelona June 2016 The following Pupils need to see Miss Anstruther in Room 205 ASAP Madeline Bird India Lothian Kai Witherspoon Zainab Hussain Khloe Sneddon

23. 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

24. S1 rugby meeting at BREAK in PE department TODAY. All players must attend!!!

25. This Saturdays fixtures S1 vs Royal High school (away) bus leaves school at 8.20 am. S2 vs Royal High school (away) bus leaves school at 8.20 am. U15’s vs Royal High school (home) 8.30 am meet (9.30 am KO) U16’s vs Royal High school (home) 8.30 am meet (9.30 am KO)

26. Take your chance to become one of the greats: Lasswade 7’s Finals tournament will be held this Friday, kicking off at 13:30 pm on the Astro. All teams who have played qualifying rounds should report no earlier than 13:15 pm to the PE changing rooms. The Copa ‘Can Dae’ial is back!!!!