1. LASSWADE HIGH SCHOOL GROUPS/CLUBS INFORMATION Friday 26 February

2. ASSEMBLIES TOPIC: COURSING TODAYS4

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

4. 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. EXTENDED DEADLINE FOR ALL S6 STUDENTS! Please upload your S6 photo as well as a toddler photo to the Yearbook Facebook page or twitter account by MONDAY. Any outstanding Awards or Student profile forms must be handed in to Miss Worth room 218 ASAP. Your photograph and profile will not be included in the yearbook if not received by MONDAY.

7. World Book Day Watch and listen to author talks, virtually live in Lasswade Library* There are 3 great authors to choose from: Last day to sign up is now TODAY (it is nearly sold out) * It is a video streamed off the internet Talking about drawing and writing the ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ Period 2: Jeff KinneyPeriod 5: John Green Talking about ‘The Fault in our Stars’ and making YouTube videos Period 6: Jacqueline Wilson Talking about creative writing and where she gets her ideas

8. WORLD BOOK DAY 3rd March 2016 ‘The Big Read’ On 3rd of March for World Book Day, we would like everyone at Lasswade High School to stop for 20 minutes, just to read. You can read your favourite novel, your latest library book or a text linked to your favourite subject. What will you read? More details coming soon!

9. WORLD BOOK DAY 3rd March 2016 Diorama Competition This year’s World Book Day competition is to design a diorama from a text (poem, novel, play...) of your choice. You don’t need to cover the whole text – an incident or scene is enough. Closing date is 1 st March to allow entries to be judged on 3rd March. See your English teacher or Kat for more info. ‘Up’ ‘The Princess and the Pea’ ‘Paper Towns’

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 Finance Assistant / Credit Controller The NWH Group is a Construction and Waste Services Company, with sites in Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Dundee. An Apprenticeship Opportunity has arisen for a for a full time Junior Finance Assistant / Apprentice Credit Controller to work at our Head Office in Mayfield, Dalkeith. This position is open to 16-19 year olds, and is ideal for school leavers who would like to embark upon a career in Business Administration. The successful candidate will work closely alongside our Credit Control team, learning how to optimize the business cash flow, through collecting payments and building strong working relationships with customers. Alongside their Credit Control duties, the candidate will be responsible for general office duties, including filing, dealing with customer queries, assisting with mail distribution, and ad-hoc reception cover. We require a well presented, responsible individual with excellent customer service skills, PC skills and a professional telephone manner. The ability to work well as part of a team with great attention to detail is essential. This is a 2 year apprenticeship, where a permanent job will be offered upon successful completion of the course. This course will allow you the opportunity to complete an SVQ Level 2 in Business Administration, which will be completed in the workplace. An apprenticeship wage will be offered. How to apply Please send a CV and covering letter to jobs@nwhgroup.co.ukjobs@nwhgroup.co.uk For further information, please contact the HR Team on 0131 663 0048 Vacancy posted 23 February 2016

12. To celebrate Scottish Apprenticeship Week, we would like you to invite to attend our Apprentice Insight Day at our stunning Edinburgh Head Quarters. If you are interested in an apprenticeship with RBS, this is a fantastic opportunity for you to visit our office, meet our apprentices & learn about our recruitment process. The event will be held on Monday 29th February 2016, from 10:00 AM -13:00 PM. For more information about this event & to register your interest, follow the link below: http://yourpassionyourpotential.rbs.com/pages/events

14. 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

15. 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

16. Apprenticeship opportunities within The Royal Bank of Scotland RBS is currently recruiting for apprenticeship positions throughout Scotland. All of our September 2016 vacancies are available for applicants interested in starting an intermediate, advanced or higher apprenticeship within Accounting, Financial Services, Marketing, HR, Law or Business. The minimum requirements are 2 National 5s at grade C or above in English and Maths or equivalent qualifications. Salary: £13,169 - £16,625 per annum For more information and to apply now go www.getmyfirstjob.co.uk, RBS vacancies can be found by searching for ‘The Royal Bank of Scotland’. If you would like more information you can speak to the RBS apprenticeships team on 0203 131 5165 or email them at apprenticeshipqueries@bpp.com.www.getmyfirstjob.co.ukapprenticeshipqueries@bpp.com Vacancy advertised on 10 February 2016.

17. 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.

18. 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)

19. Introducing: New S1- S3Debating Club Come along to Room 224 after school on Monday 29 th February to find out more and to get involved. All welcome!

20. Berlin 2016 Following pupils to See Mr Murray in RM 116 ASAP: Dionne Strachan Cameron Merron Shelley Faughnan Josh Moffat Nic Thompson Eilish Johnson Ross Levett Caitlin Charters

21. Lasswade WW1 Battlefields Trip URGENT: Could the following pupils come and see Mr McKay (Room 216) ASAP. Erin Inglis Madeleine Bird Shannon Barbour Beth Jolly Laura Bell

22. 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!

23. 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 TODAY with Mr Mitchell

24. S6 vs Staff Football Match Any S6 boys who would be interested in taking part in the annual pupil vs staff football match please attend the following meeting: Monday 29 Februay at 1.15pm! In the conference room (next to guidance )

25. S2 Boys Football Meeting Could all members of the S2 boys football team please meet in Room 216 TODAY at interval.

26. Rugby this week This Friday S1/2 select team away to Lismore- Bus leaves school at 1.15 PM Girls away to Lismore- Bus leaves school at 1.15 PM. This Saturday S1 reds away to Melrose- there is no bus so make your own way there. Be at Melrose RFC for 9.15AM (10.30AM KO). S1 Blacks and U16’s at Lasswade HS- 8.30AM meet (9.30AM KO). S2 and S3 at Ross High- bus leaves school at 8.30AM (9.30AM KO)

27. Jack Leslie Arran Barbour Alex Biavati Smith (C) Kyle Bonini Adam Burnside Michael Dalgliesh Daniel Grant Evan Moore Findlay Mcnulty Ryan Wotton Cammy Stewart Conor Whyte Fraser Turnbull Bruce Flockhart Callum Mclennan Jack Wilson Stephen Amos Dylan Lauder Todd Wightman Evan Joe Noble Robbie Brock Reece Brock Liam Duffy Robbie Mcbain Cameron Jack Armitage Finlay D Sam Mckenzie Taine Lunn Charlie Griffiths Fraser Saturday S1 Black vs Ross High @home LHS. 8.30AM meet (9.30AM KO) Saturday S1 Red @away vs Melrose. Details will go out through coaches. 10AM K0. Friday S1 vs Midlothian schools @Lismore. Bus leaves at 1.15PM Jack Leslie Kyle Bonini Adam Burnside Michael Dalgliesh Daniel Grant Evan Moore Findlay Mcnulty Ryan Wotton Fraser Turnbull Bruce Flockhart Ryan Wotton Todd Wightman Robbie Brock Reece Brock Jack Wilson Robbie Mcbain Alex Biavati Smith Sam Mckenzie