Dear Parents/Carers,
Please see some reminders and new pieces of information for your attention this week;
Administration of Medications
A reminder that medications can only be given or taken in school with correct forms completed. This is the case whether staff are asked to administer medication or if pupils are administering it themselves. Forms are required to completed each year and are available from the office should you require one.
In line with school policy, only prescribed medications can be administered in school. Medications such as Calpol, etc cannot be given in school without a prescription.
After School Activities
We are keen to expand our offerings of After School activities and would be very interested in hearing from any parents/community members etc who may be able to share their interests with our pupils, This can be done in shorter 3-4 week blocks rather than committing to a whole term. Please get in touch with any suggestions.
Active Schools Saturday football will begin again from this Saturday the 2nd of September for P1-4 at the Fingal Centre. Join our volunteer parents for a fun football session!
P1 Session will run from 9.30am-10.15am
P2/3 Session will run from 10.30-11.30 am
P4 Session will run from 11.30- 12.30 am
Active Schools are looking for any additional parents/volunteers who can support the running of these session, so if your child is coming along it would be great to have your help too! You do not need to have any coaching experience! To attend you must book your child on through the Highlife Highland website at https://booking.highlifehighland.com/ You do not require to be a member but you will need create an account to register with activities as a pay as you go member. If you have any difficulties getting booked on please contact Sarah Ross.
Flower and Produce Show
The Flower and Produce Show takes place this Saturday 2nd September at the Venue , Fingal Centre
Entries should be to the venue between 10-30 and 12.15. Refreshments available form 11am with Tombola, Raffle and Plant Stall.
Mrs Strachan and her husband will be hosting a Family Gardening workshop in the library from 10.30 -12 .All children must be accompanied by an adult to attend.
The show is open to the general public at 1.30 with a prizegiving will at 3pm.
Changes to Swimming next week
Due to the swimming pool being short staffed next week, they are unable to open before noon on Tuesday and Thursday which means school swimming lessons will not take place those days.
Meet the Teacher
Classrooms will be open on Wednesday 6th September from 3.30 – 4.15pm for parents who wish to view classrooms and meet teaching staff. We look forward to seeing you then!
Soccer 7’s
Soccer 7s begin again this term with the first event in Kyleakin on Saturday 9th September at 10.30am. Pupils participating will be issued with strips and further information ahead of the event. We are very grateful to parents who have volunteered to help with this event.
Further Soccer 7’s dates (TBC)
23/09 – Portree (Astro) – 10.30-1 – Run by Sarah Ross/Active Schools
11/11 – Plockton (Astro) – 10.30-1
2024
10/02 – Portree (Astro) – 10.30-1
02/03 – Plockton (Astro) – 10.30-1 – Run by Danny/Active Schools
27/04 – Portree (Venue TBC) – 10.30-1
28/05 – Kyleakin – 10.30-1 (Please note this date has changed from the initial date of 18/5)
Information about Head Lice
Head Lice are a common problem in school aged children. They can’t be prevented, but regular checking ensures early detection and treatment if necessary. Parents and carers should check their children’s head once a week during hair washing. You need your usual shampoo, conditioner, and a detection comb – ask your local pharmacist to recommend a suitable one. Remember that you are looking for living moving lice, the only evidence that your child is infected. If you find a living louse, ask your local pharmacist, school nurse, health visitor or GP for advice regarding treatment.
For further information see: http://www.nits.net/bugbusting http://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk – search on head lice
Other Known upcoming dates;
Monday 4th September PoppyScotland Bud Visits at PHS P4-7 classes
6,7,27 and 28th September Flouride Varnishing
Monday 11th and Tuesday 12th September Inset Days, school closed for pupils
Friday 29th September Active Schools Choreography Competition
Week of November 20th Open Sessions – Class by Class
Tuesday 5th and Wednesday 6th December Parents Night Appointments
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