LASSWADE HIGH SCHOOL GROUPS/CLUBS INFORMATION Friday 2 October 2015

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.

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.

S6 Group Photo The S6 group photograph will be taken today. All S6 should be in the Assembly Hall for 9.00 am

£20.00 payment is due on Monday. Thank you to those who have already paid. London 2016

This Saturdays rugby fixtures vs Ross High S1 and S3 (away)- Bus leaves 8.45am S2- (home) 9am Meet U16’s and U18’s Dalkeith RFC

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.

S1 Dance for Fun lunch club Monday 5 th 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!!!

Ruts – Build a Bike We're offering six young people aged 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 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 - Contact Mrs Shona Thomson (Community Project) for further information.

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!

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

Coming Science Club...

Technical (Craft) 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 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: Closing Date: 26 February 2016

Design Engineering Technician Apprenticeships Selex ES Edinburgh 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 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 Closing date: 26 February 2016