1. LASSWADE HIGH SCHOOL GROUPS/CLUBS INFORMATION Tuesday 2 February

2. Assembilies TOPIC: SPOTY TODAYS2 WEDNESDAY 3 FEBRUARYS3 THURSDAY 4 FEBRUARYS4 FRIDAY 5 FEBRUARYS5/S6

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

4. S2 PARENTS NIGHT Any S4, S5 or S6 prefects wanting to help out at Parents night should sign up with their house captain

5. Intermediate Maths Challenge S3 and S4 pupils who are participating in the Intermediate Maths Challenge on Thursday 4th February should report to the Assembly Hall at the start of Period 6 immediately after lunch in order to start the challenge promptly. The classes involved are: Mr Wilson 3M1 Mr Christie 3S1 Miss Edmond 4M1 Miss McDonald 4S1

6. Thursday lunchtime: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Questions A quiz on the Harry Potter books, starting at 1.15pm. Teams of 6 maximum. Students from all year groups welcome…and staff Harry Potter Week TODAY and Wednesday lunchtime: Harry Potter Cinema Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets continues in the library classroom. Starting at 1.15pm Thursday after school: Muggle Quidditch In the Games Hall after school. Remember to bring a change of clothes…and to organise a lift home at 5.00pm. Thursday after school: Lasswade Library: A Chamber of Secrets Lots of Harry Potter activities, photo booth, treasure hunt, games… Come along any time from 3.30pm – 6.00pm

7. £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!

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. 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

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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

14. 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

15. 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.

16. 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.

17. 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

18. 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

19. S1-S2 Masterchef Cookery Club The S1-S2 cookery club will be starting back on TODAY this time with a Masterchef theme! Every Tuesday 3:45pm – 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. Spaces filled up very quickly last time.

20. S1-2 Young Engineers The Lasswade Young Engineers Club will take place on Monday at 3:45pm until 4:45pm in room 011 in the Design Technology Corridor.

21. Muggle Quidditch As part of Harry Potter Book Night 2016 Thursday 4 th February 3.30pm in the Games Hall Learn the rules Get some training Play a few games Students and staff welcome. Sign up in the library now...there are limited spaces.

22. Hockey Club Whether you’re a complete beginner or played before, come along and give it a go. TODAY after school Get changed and meet at PE Indoor or Outdoor S1-6

23. 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.

24. There will be a meeting for all pupils going on the Washington DC trip WEDNESDAY AT BREAK If you cannot attend please see Miss McLay ASAP.

25. Lasswade WW1 Battlefields Trip Could the following pupils come and see Mr McKay (Room 216) ASAP. Ciara Tait Louise Jones Teigan Hunter Erin Inglis Samuel Harris Rhanna Misselbrook Madeleine Bird Hannah Preston Chantelle Turnbull Melissa Russell Shannon Barbour Abigail Watson Lewis Burns Beth Jolly Rebecca McGregor Laura Bell Jamie McCabe

26. Barcelona Trip June 2016 A Space has become available on the Barcelona Trip. If you are interested in joining this trip please come and see Miss Anstruther in Room 205

27. 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

28. Visit to Shanghai, China In the October holidays there will be an opportunity for S3 and S4 pupils to visit Shanghai The visit will be a home stay with families from our twin school Tianlin No. 3 Middle School If interested give your contact details to Mr. Mitchell A parents information evening will be held on Thursday 4 th February at 7.15pm

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