1. LASSWADE HIGH SCHOOL GROUPS/CLUBS INFORMATION Tuesday 26 January

2. ASSEMBLIES THIS WEEK S1-S3 WEDNESDAY 27 JANUARYMK THURSDAY 28 JANUARYSA FRIDAY 29 JANUARYSL

3. Interval and lunchtime in the library During the prelims (until 27 th Jan) the library should only be used for revision, study, homework and quiet reading*. *(Quietly doing the jigsaw is the only exception to the rule)

4. Paired Reading Scheme Due to a number of S6 pupils being involved in prelims, Paired Reading will not start now until Thursday 28th January. This is to ensure that we have enough S6 mentors available. I will see you downstairs in the library at registration on Thursday instead. Miss Monaghan

5. ATTENTION: ALL PUPILS WHO USE SCHOOL BUSES In cases of severe snow/ice you can check with your bus operator that morning in case pick up points have been changed. In severe weather buses may be unable to enter streets and housing estates due to roads not being gritted or operators deeming them as unsafe. If this happens buses will pick up on main roads.

6. Modern Apprenticeship in Procurutment 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

7. 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

8. RBS Technology Showcase event Friday 29 January 2016 Here at RBS, we want the energy and fresh perspectives that talented school leavers like you can bring to tell us what our customers want, and will want in the future. If you're always the first to know about new Technology, snap up the newest, smartest phone or the friend that always knows what to do when you get the dreaded screen freeze; maybe a career in this ever-evolving field is for you. Join us on Friday 29th January 2016 at our Edinburgh HQ for a day of jam-packed activities showcasing Technology at RBS and what a career with us could mean for you. If you are looking for a ‘learn whilst you earn’ development opportunity, then our Technology Apprenticeships will provide you with a Level 3 qualification, a permanent job and first step in your career in an evolving financial services organisation. To register for the event go to:- https://www.rbsearlycareers.com/EventManager/EventApply/EventApply.asp?EGUID=DC72F6A 0-428D-46A7-904C-0894419335EF

9. S4 Bronze Group Next Training Session will be Wednesday 27 th Jan, 3.30 – 5pm (NOTE change from advertised date due to prelims, see Mr Boyle or Miss McDonald before the session if there's any problems)

10. S1-S2 Masterchef Cookery Club The S1-S2 cookery club will be starting back 2 nd of February but this time with a Masterchef theme! Every Tuesday 3:45-5pm (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.

11. Lasswade WW1 Battlefields Trip Next Instalment of £100 is now due. It should be paid by no later than 27 th January. Please bring next instalment and payment card to Mr McKay in Room 216

12. Creative Writing Club S1 – S6 Wednesday lunchtimes In the library

13. 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.

14. Burns’ Supper All 6 th years welcome Thursday 28 th January Starts at 6.30pm Tickets cost £8 Tickets can be bought in the atrium at break and lunch

16. Berlin 2016 Next payment of £100 is now due. Please hand in at the office or bring to Mr Murray RM 116!

17. 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

18. 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 (12:15-2:15) Both sessions will take place in the Games Hall

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

20. 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.

21. Nominate now @ http://goo.gl/forms/FL0i6VyQ76 NOMINATIONS OPEN #SP16

22. Rugby this weekend vs Trinity Academy S1 away at Arboretum Pitches- bus leaves 8.15 (9.30KO) S2 away at Wardie Pitches-bus leaves 8.15 (9.30KO) S3 Away at Bangholm Pitches- bus leaves 8.15 (9.30KO) U16’s at Home at LHS – 8.30 meet (9.30KO) If players are going direct please let your coach know. Remember to wear school uniform to and from the games.

23. Well done to both S1 teams (red and black) playing against Clifton Hall and Dunbar at the weekend. It is a huge achievement to have two teams playing!!

24. Lasswade Rugby U15’s Well done to Lasswade U15’s who won their 8 th game in a row against Dunbar at the weekend!

25. SALTIRE SOCCER CENTRE MIDNIGHT LEAGUE PROGRAMME STARTS JANUARY 2016 COME ALONG TO PARTICIPATE IN FREE SMALL SIDED GAMES AT SALTIRE SOCCER CENTRE INDOOR PITCHES. EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT FROM 30 th JANUARY TO 2 ND APRIL 2016 6.30PM TO 8PM. THE SESSIONS WILL BE DELIVERED BY SCOTTISH FA COACHES.

26. BONNYRIGG MIDNIGHT LEAGUE PROGRAMME STARTS JANUARY 2016 COME ALONG TO PARTICIPATE IN FREE SMALL SIDED GAMES AT POLTONHALL 3G ASTRO PITCH,BONNYRIGG. EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT FROM 30 th JANUARY TO 2 ND APRIL 2016 7PM TO 8.30PM. THE SESSIONS WILL BE DELIVERED BY SCOTTISH FA COACHES.

27. Athletics There will be a short meeting on TODAY at interval in the PE department for those athletes attending the upcoming athletics event in Glasgow