LASSWADE HIGH SCHOOLGROUPS/CLUBS INFORMATION

Monday 5 October 2015

‘Thought for the Day’

Knowledge is PowerFrances Bacon 1590

School Photographs

If you have not handed in your photograph order, please note that the cut off date is Thursday 8 October.

Any orders or queries after that date should be directed to Coldwells Art Company direct.

S1/2 Forum MeetingIf you’re in first or second year

and interested in making a difference in our school, then come along to a meeting at

lunchtime today at 1.20pm in Room 208 (Miss Lyon’s

room).

Physics Nat 5 revision classWednesday 3.30- 4.30 pm in Rm

123Focus this week: Wave Properties – wavelength, frequency and speed.

Manchester / Blackpool Trip

Spaces are available for this trip.The total cost is £293. The trip will be away

Tuesday28th – Thursday 30th June.

If you want to go, hand in a £30 deposit to Miss Macgregor (106) or Mr Rogers (121) by Wednesday 7th

October.

S5/S6Geog./Hist. London trip 2015

If you went on this trip (see below) in September you MUST see Miss Conlan as soon as possible for an evaluation web-link and to hand in the piece of writing for the school newsletter (names in green).Alexander Scott

Declan McNeill-Weir Emma Newjem Erin Pinkman Erin Thomas Euan Davidson Georgia Clark Hollie McBride Jack Stewart

Chloe Grimley Kai Lothian Lucy Connor Vikki Macpherson Luke Bain Jamie Mclellan Megan Finlay Nancy Stewart Nathan Redfern Robbie Munro Rosie Hermiston Ruth Higginson

Take your chance to become one of the greats: Lasswade 7’s

7’s football tournament open to all students S4 - 6 with the chance to play against the teachers and make money for the South African journey to change.For information on how to enter a team please attend a meeting Wednesday at Morning break in room 115.

The Copa ‘Can

Dae’ial is back!!!!

S1 & S2

John Muir Award

ClubEvery Tuesday, 3.30-4.30pm

Room 118Miss Conlan & Mr Proctor

S1-6 Hockey club!• Mr Sands and Miss Hume will be coaching a hockey club on Tuesday 3:45-5pm

on the astro.

• Girls and boys, all ages and abilities welcome!

• Come along after school on Tuesday in your PE kit with shin guards and hockey sticks if you have them!

We will be entering tournaments against other schools very soon. If you

want a chance to represent your school you

MUST attend trainings.

Dance CampThere are spaces available for the Lasswade High School Dance Camp.Date: 18th – 20th March 2016If you are interested in going on this trip please see Miss Low in the PE department ASAP.

S1 Dance for Fun lunch clubMonday 5th October

Please come to short meeting at break time (10:20) in Room 209 if you intend to come at lunch (new and previous attendees)

This week at 1:15-1:30 in Dance Studio A with Miss McCardle

Spanish, Latin, Zumba moves!!Come along and dance for fun!!!

If you are in S4-6 and are interested in going please see Miss McLay or Miss Gee as soon as possible for

information.

Space has become available on the

Washington DC trip!

Ruts – Build a BikeWe're offering six young people aged 14-19 years old who are residents of Midlothian

the chance to build their own bicycle from scratch.  The best part is they'll get to keep the bicycle after the course!

We are asking young people to write 50 words to explain why they are the best choice for a place on the course.  We will be looking for young people to explain why

they are interested in the course and how they plan to use the bike after they complete the course.  Once they've written their entry they should send it to <http

://cyclefix@ruts.org.uk>clefix@ruts.org.uk<http://cyclefix@ruts.org.uk>

Closing date for entries is Wednesday 7th October

We're looking for young people who would really benefit from the experience and use the bike they build after the programme.

It will be a five day course run from Monday 12th October - Friday 16th October. The course will run each day from 10am - 3pm.

Contact Mrs Shona Thomson (Community Project) for further information.

Events taking place throughout Midlothian, including the Science Alive Gala Day at Lasswade High School...

Coming up @ Science Club...

REPTILES!!!

LOST PROPERTY

THERE ARE MANY ITEMS OF CLOTHING NOT BEEN COLLECTED.

THESE ITEMS WILL BE DISPOSED OFF AFTER THE OCTOBER WEEK.

IF YOU HAVE LOST A JACKET, JUMPER OR FLEECE, CAN YOU CALL TO STUDENT

RECEPTION TO SEE IF IT IS THERE.

Technical (Craft) ApprenticeshipsSelex ES

Edinburgh

Selex ES is an international leader in electronic and information technologies for defence systems, aerospace, data, infrastructures, land security and protection and sustainable ’smart’ solutions.

The company is currently advertising Technical (Craft) Apprenticeship vacancies based in Edinburgh.

The job role

•Through a mixture of work placements and college modules you will develop the key engineering skills and knowledge to work effectively in a high technology manufacturing company, gaining the necessary academic credits for an NC in Engineering Systems.

Entry requirements

•4 National 5s to include English, Maths or Physics and a technical subject such as Graphic Communication, Product Design, Craft & Design, Computing, Woodwork, Metal Work etc.

How to apply

For more information visit:https://selex.recruitment.northgatearinso.com/v3rl/pages/vacancy.jsf?latest=01001491

Closing Date: 26 February 2016

Design Engineering Technician Apprenticeships

Selex ESEdinburgh

Selex ES, a Finmeccanica company, is an international leader in electronic and information technologies for defence systems, aerospace, data, infrastructures, land security and protection and sustainable ’smart’ solutions.

The company is currently advertising design engineering technician apprenticeship vacancies based in Edinburgh.

The training programme

Through a mixture of work placements and college modules you will develop the key engineering skills and knowledge to work effectively in a high technology manufacturing company, gaining the necessary academic credits for a HNC in Engineering Systems, before going on to specialise in one of a range of engineering disciplines such as Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering or Quality Engineering, in which you will complete a relevant HND.

 

Entry requirements

Entry requirements:- 3 Highers (A-C) to include Maths and Physics plus another Higher subject, preferably a Technological subject e.g. Graphic Communication, Product Design, Craft & Design, Tech Studies, Computing etc. (A-C) AND National 5 (A-C) or equivalent qualification in English.

 

How to apply

For more information and to apply for this vacancy visit https://selex.recruitment.northgatearinso.com/v3rl/pages/vacancy.jsf?latest=01001490

 

Closing date: 26 February 2016

Business Apprenticeships

Selex ES

Edinburgh 

Selex ES is an international leader in electronic and information technologies for defence systems, aerospace, data, infrastructures, land security and protection and sustainable ’smart’ solutions.

The company is currently advertising business apprenticeship vacancies based in Edinburgh.

 

The training programme

The two-year Business Apprenticeship scheme provides a variety of experiences through placements in business related disciplines. Placements available include Commercial, Finance, Resourcing, Procurement and Project Planning/Support.

You will study for the Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business Studies on day release, as well as undertaking the Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) Level 3 in business administration and Core Skills while you are at work.

 

Entry requirements

2 Highers (A-C) to include Maths OR English AND a Business subject such as Business Management and or National 5 or equivalent in English and Maths.

 

How to apply

For more information and to apply for this vacancy visit https://selex.recruitment.northgatearinso.com/v3rl/pages/vacancy.jsf?latest=01001493

 

Closing date: 26 February 2016