22 Sep 2006 - St John's Newsletter
Dear Parents
The children took part in the ?Song for Peace? on Thursday at 12 noon. This was taking place all over the UK and all pupils sang the ?Anthem for Peace ? No Wars will stop us singing?. Bill and Ian, our Lollipop men, have captured the moment with an aerial photograph. In addition the pupils waved celtic symbols of peace. We were also blessed with lovely warm weather. It was a very special occasion and one which we wish to repeat on an annual basis.
New Beginnings Mass
A little reminder that this will take place on Monday 25th September for all of the pupils and staff at St John?s Church at 10.00am. Parents are most welcome to join us in our celebrations. Pupils will walk to and from the church with staff.
Health Promoting Schools
New parents may not be aware that there are bike racks situated behind the hall extension. If your child wishes to cycle to school, they may secure their bike to the racks with a padlock.
Lines
A big well done to all the pupils in P1, P2 & P3 who are trying so hard to come into school, in an orderly fashion. The lines are continually improving.
Also good to see that parents are stepping back and encouraging their children to become more independent. Thank you for your co-operation.
Councillor Andrew Burns
Councillor Burns will visit the school on Friday 29th September, to discuss the new school proposals.
Violin Teacher
Our new violin teacher Ms Kirsty Orton, will soon be able to begin teaching P5-P7 pupils. Ms Orton has been very busy testing our new P4 pupils, for the start of term.
Tesco Vouchers?.
We are collecting the Sports Vouchers from Tesco?s. If you shop there, please give your vouchers to your child and they will give them to their class teachers who will in turn send them down to the office in there daily box.
PTA ? Halloween Party
The PTA are having a planning meeting for the above party. The meeting will be on Tuesday 26th September, at 8.00pm in Becky Lueck?s house (16 Brighton Place, Portobello).
PTA AGM??. Reminder
The PTA AGM will take place on Thursday 28th September at 7.30pm in the school staffroom and is open to all parents.
Photography Competition
The school has registered for this competition. If your child wants to enter please log onto www.photoarch.org.uk
Clubs
Monday
Legho Club Will re-start after the October break
Tuesday
Basketball (P6/P7) 3.20 ? 4.30
Wednesday
Spanish Club
Drama Club will start in 2 weeks
(by Audition) P6/P7
Tin Whistle 3.20 ? 4.15 P4 Welcome
Thursday
Basic Moves P1-P3 3.15 ? 4.15
X Country Please note this club and is from 3.30pm ? 4.30pm, not 3.15 ? 4.15.
Many thanks for your continued support and co-operation.
Ms Barbara A Service
Head Teacher
The children took part in the ?Song for Peace? on Thursday at 12 noon. This was taking place all over the UK and all pupils sang the ?Anthem for Peace ? No Wars will stop us singing?. Bill and Ian, our Lollipop men, have captured the moment with an aerial photograph. In addition the pupils waved celtic symbols of peace. We were also blessed with lovely warm weather. It was a very special occasion and one which we wish to repeat on an annual basis.
New Beginnings Mass
A little reminder that this will take place on Monday 25th September for all of the pupils and staff at St John?s Church at 10.00am. Parents are most welcome to join us in our celebrations. Pupils will walk to and from the church with staff.
Health Promoting Schools
New parents may not be aware that there are bike racks situated behind the hall extension. If your child wishes to cycle to school, they may secure their bike to the racks with a padlock.
Lines
A big well done to all the pupils in P1, P2 & P3 who are trying so hard to come into school, in an orderly fashion. The lines are continually improving.
Also good to see that parents are stepping back and encouraging their children to become more independent. Thank you for your co-operation.
Councillor Andrew Burns
Councillor Burns will visit the school on Friday 29th September, to discuss the new school proposals.
Violin Teacher
Our new violin teacher Ms Kirsty Orton, will soon be able to begin teaching P5-P7 pupils. Ms Orton has been very busy testing our new P4 pupils, for the start of term.
Tesco Vouchers?.
We are collecting the Sports Vouchers from Tesco?s. If you shop there, please give your vouchers to your child and they will give them to their class teachers who will in turn send them down to the office in there daily box.
PTA ? Halloween Party
The PTA are having a planning meeting for the above party. The meeting will be on Tuesday 26th September, at 8.00pm in Becky Lueck?s house (16 Brighton Place, Portobello).
PTA AGM??. Reminder
The PTA AGM will take place on Thursday 28th September at 7.30pm in the school staffroom and is open to all parents.
Photography Competition
The school has registered for this competition. If your child wants to enter please log onto www.photoarch.org.uk
Clubs
Monday
Legho Club Will re-start after the October break
Tuesday
Basketball (P6/P7) 3.20 ? 4.30
Wednesday
Spanish Club
Drama Club will start in 2 weeks
(by Audition) P6/P7
Tin Whistle 3.20 ? 4.15 P4 Welcome
Thursday
Basic Moves P1-P3 3.15 ? 4.15
X Country Please note this club and is from 3.30pm ? 4.30pm, not 3.15 ? 4.15.
Many thanks for your continued support and co-operation.
Ms Barbara A Service
Head Teacher
