1. LASSWADE HIGH SCHOOL GROUPS/CLUBS INFORMATION
Thursday 12th October

2. Assemblies Topic: Religious Observance
Thursday 12th October S4

3. LIBRARY In the absence of Kat we are awaiting a new Librarian.
Can we remind students to be helpful and respectful while using the Library.
Please remember to follow instructions, return chairs and use the litter bins provided.
Remember no food is permitted in the Library.
SENIOR STAFF WILL CONTINUE TO MONITOR

4. Can the following students see Miss Taylor Thursday at break
Girls Football
Can the following students see Miss Taylor Thursday at break
Lucy Bowe
Tiegan Campbell
Emma Yorkston
Charlotte McDougall
Lisa McDougall
Morgan McMillan

5. Focus group meeting Friday 13th October
Could the following students attend a focus group meeting with Miss Moar in Student Support on Friday.
Period 1
Period 2
Dominic Hughes
1SA3
Devon Boyle
4SA2
Kiana Ho
1SA1
Povilas Cekauskas
Jamie Kennedy
2SA1
Connor Duncan
5SA1
Taylor Dudgeon
2SA3
Melissa Dossi
Abbie Gillon
3SA2
Kate Lawrence
6SA1
Saul Kelly
Lewis Pomeroy

6. Are you interested in LGBT and other equality issues?
EQUALITIES GROUP
Are you interested in LGBT and other equality issues?
Meet new people and get involved with raising awareness and campaigning on things that matter to you.
Everyone Welcome
TODAY – 1:15pm – Room 207
Bring your lunch

7. Can the following students meet in P
Can the following students meet in P.E for a meeting at morning break on Thursday
U18
Chad Nisbet
Fraser Judge
John Montgomery
Josh McDonald
Daniel Sutherland
Scott Sinclair
Thomas Anderson
Menno Van Den Bosch
U15s
Liam Duffy
Dylan Lauder
Joe Noble
Sam McKenzie
Todd Wightman
Jack Lannan
U16
Gavin Wright
Lewis Kelly
Jonathan Kay
Jacob Jenkinson

8. Career Ready
Please could the following students attend a short meeting in room 127 at morning break on Friday 13th.
Zeyad Bawazeer
Katie Skilbeck
Kate Lawrence
Tahmina Begum

9. S3-S5
London trip June 2018
YHA
Earl’s Court
If you are interested in attending this trip then please pick up a letter from Miss Conlan (Room 118).
If you already have a letter, please hand in the tear-off slip ASAP to Miss Conlan!
Cost: approx. £250 each (payable in instalments)
Dates: 18th-21st June 2018
Place to stay: YHA Earl’s Court (see above)
Places to visit: Houses of Parliament, Olympic Park, Natural History Museum, West End Show, London Eye, ArcellorMittal Orbit Sculpture...
Travel: By train
Staff: Miss Conlan, Mrs Nicolson, Mr Shields
ArcellorMittal Orbit

10. DANCE TRIP 2019 NEW YORK If you would be interested in going on this trip please see Mrs Shankland in the P.E. Dept for a letter this week.
This trip is NOT confirmed, I am only checking for interest at the moment

11. Student Voice Reminder
Application forms are available from 117.
Please complete them and either return them to Miss Blake or post them in the box at Student Reception by 13th October.

12. Veterinary Medicine Event: So You Want to be a Vet...?
Pathways to the Professions provides advice and guidance to school students in all 46 state schools in Edinburgh and the Lothians interested in applying for Medicine, Law or Veterinary Medicine. The programme is aimed at students from S5 onwards in order to help them prepare to make their university application in S6. Students can attend lectures and visits to learn more about the work of their chosen profession, receive help in arranging work experience, meet current students to hear more about the course, receive advice on subject choice and help with their university application. To find out more go to where you can Register on-line to join the programme.
Important: Register now to attend the following events
Veterinary Medicine Event: So You Want to be a Vet...?
18th October, 10.00am-5.00pm
S5 pupils only Law Event: So You Want to be a Lawyer...?Wednesday
Friday 20th October, 10.30am-3.30pm
S5 and S6 pupils

14. Skill Scotland Event Royal Highland Centre 9 November 2017
This worthwhile event is open to S4, S5 and S6 Students.
If you are interested, please sign up at Student Support with £2 towards the cost of the bus.
Over 100 exhibitors will be at this event, including Police Scotland, Armed Forces, Digital World, Leonardo and many more.
Edinburgh College and Skills Development Scotland will also be there.

15. LHS Careers Evening Monday 30th October
Would your parent/carer be interested in volunteering their time to help other students shape their future? If so tell them to visit the Lasswade HS Facebook page for more information.

16. Memorial Service for Mr Forbes
There will be a short memorial service for Mr Forbes on Friday 27 October at 1245 to plant a rose and put a plaque in the school garden. Please can you let Mrs Watt in the Support for Learning Department know if you would like to attend.

17. MIDLOTHIAN Get Into Care Taster
6pm, Monday 23rd October 
18 Croft Street
Dalkeith
Come along and find out about opportunities at…..
Are you interested in a career in Care? Come along and find out more/
Get connected with those that can help you To book please go to
Any questions? Contact the team on
secure a job in care.

18. Get Into Construction Taster
6pm, Monday 30th October
18 Croft Street
Dalkeith
Come along and find out about opportunities at…..   Are you interested in a career in Construction? Come along and find out more.   Get connected with those that can help you secure a job in Construction.
To book please go to
Any questions? Contact the team on

19. Lasswade Parent Council
Want to be in with a chance of winning up to £100 every month sign up to join our 200 club!
Membership is easy the cost is £24 per year per number.
Pick up a form from the office,
use our online form (see website or facebook page) or use this link
Membership open to anyone over 18.
Next draw:
27th October
Any questions

20. Fairtrade Muffin Sale
When: Friday 13th October at break time. Where: the red food box in back playground. Why: Part of S1 Connections program and to raise money for Fairtrade. Cost: 50p per muffin. There are a wide variety of flavours available including chocolate, banana, lemon and many more There is a limited amount available so be quick.

21. French Homework and Study Club Every Wednesday
S1 and S2
French Homework and Study Club
Every Wednesday
lunchtime (1:20-1:45) and after school (3:35-4:00)
Room 214 with Ms. Gendreau and
Mr. Barul