Dear Parents/Carers,
Please see this week’s update below.
Upcoming visit from Education Scotland
On Wednesday, we received notification that HM Inspectors will be visiting PPS the week beginning 30th October and we look forward to welcoming them. I am aware that the link to further information which was included in the email in not working. If you would like further information please visit Inspection and review documentation
We very much welcome your participation in the inspection process and are grateful to those of you who are able to complete the pre-inspection parent/carer survey that was shared last week. If we can be of any assistance in helping you complete that, either by providing internet and a device in the school to use, please let us know.
Community Café
Our first Community Café of this session will be held next Friday, 6th October at 11am until noon, here in the school gym. The Café will be hosted by our Primary 4 class who will be raising funds to support the preschool at Portree Nursery. Please join us if you are able for talk, food and friends!
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The next Community Café will take place on Friday 3rd November, hosted by P1-3 in support of the Blythswood Shoebox Appeal which they are organising for the school this year.
Information from P1-3 about Blythswood boxes has been sent out separately
Skyedance Showcase
Skyedance will be holding their 25th Anniversary Showcase on Saturday 28th October at 6.30pm. Our pupils will be given the opportunity to perform the piece they have been working on with Skyedance, at the Showcase. Permission forms will be sent out next week.
Kid Experts
We are excited to continue our work with Radio Skye, featuring interviews with “Kid Experts” and hosted by our very own Joni as part of her kids broadcast. Permission forms were given out last week to interested pupils and these should be completed and returned to the school.
P1-3 Games Club
Together with Active Schools, we are hoping to run an after school games club for our P1-3 pupils for an initial 4 week block before Christmas. In order to do this, we require parent helpers who would be happy to help out on a rota basis. Sarah Ross, Active Schools Coordinator, is planning a training session for interested parents which will take place on 15th November from 4-6pm. Any interested parents should contact me directly so that we ensure we have enough numbers to run the training session and the pupil sessions.
Canteen Staff
There continue to be several vacancies within the catering department of the council which is having an effect on the provision of school meals. Anyone interested in any of these positions should contact Kevin Fraser, Catering Services Officer, directly on 07769 880364 or 01349 781121, email kevin.fraser@highland.gov.uk
Dates for Next Term
We have booked the Venue at Portree High School for the evening of 12th December for our Christmas Concert and will share further details as they are confirmed.
Our Open Sessions next term will be class by class and will take place on the following dates;
Monday 20th November at 2.30pm P5 and P2/3
Tuesday 21st November at 2.30pm P6
Wednesday 22nd November at 2.30pm P4 and P1/2
Friday 24th November at 11.45am P7
Parents with children across different classes are welcome to visit on one session and we will provide space for you to view more than one child’s work, at the same time.
Parents Evening appointments will take place on Tuesday 5th and Wednesday 6th December with some additional daytime slots available on Monday 4th December for our large P5 class and Friday 1st December for our large P7 class. Further information will be provided next term.
Soccer 7’s
Dates for Future Soccer 7’s events
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)
Makaton Sign of the Week
Our Makaton sign of the week, beginning on Monday, will be “what”
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/bugbustinghttp://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk – search on head lice.
Other Known upcoming dates;
26th – 28th September School closed to pupils due to Industrial Action
Friday 6th October P4 Community Café
Friday 2nd November P1-3 Community Café
Saturday 28th October Skyedance Showcase
Wednesday 15th November Games Club Training session for P1-3 parents
Week of November 20th Open Sessions – Class by Class
Tuesday 5th and Wednesday 6th December Parents Night Appointments
Tuesday 12th December Christmas Concert
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