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Alvie Primary School Newsletter
Term 2
October 2024
Term 2
Welcome back to everyone. We hope you had a great holiday and are ready for the busy term leading up to Christmas.
This term
This term we will be learning the following:
Literacy - reading, writing, Talking and listening to instructions
Numeracy - money and time tables & division
IDL - Inventors and Inventions (STEM)
CFE - modern language (French) and Scientific inquiry skills
HWB - Substances
Homework will be sent home in Week 3 in the homework jotter. We were very impressed with the homework last term and hope that a jotter helps you at home.
School Meal Payments
School dinners are free for P1-5. Pupils in P6 and 7 need to pay £2.40 for each day. As a small school, we are not eligible for an online/cash free system. Therfere, all payments must be paid in cash each week on a Monday or Friday.. This is standard in a small school and we would be very grateful if you could pay on time to help Sarah keep track of payment.
Late payments will be received in a reminder with the amount due. Any further late payments are handed over to The Highland Council who will send an invoice to you.
School Crossing
As you are all aware, a crossing was put into place last year for children to cross the road safely. We have been fortunate to have a crossing patrol in place to help the children use the crossing safely. The crossing patrol has been phased out over term one and as of now no longer in place. All children crossing the road will now do this using the crossing buttons and walk up to the first school gate to enter the grounds.
We would like to thank Mrs Brannan and Mr Connelly for their efforts in making sure all of the children who walk to school know how to cross sensibly and responsibly.
To make sure all children are safe we would like you to follow the new road rules:
Only P4-7 children are to walk. Cycle, scooter to school without an adult.
P1-3 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
All children are to be dropped off or picked up at the top gate. Please come to the gate as the car park is busy.
Only P4-7 are to bring bikes and scooters to school. Helmets are to be worn if using a bike or scooter.
P1-3 are not to bring bikes or scooters anymore.
Please drive at 20mph through the village and drive very slowly up the driveway. Children may be walking down to the crossing so we ask you to be vigilant and aware at all times.
If somebody else is picking up your child then please let us know by email or phone.
Children are not to be at school before 8.30 am. Pick up time is 3.15 (if you are late then please call, if you are more than 10 minutes then we will take your child to the school entrance)
We welcome any volunteers to help with the crossing. Please contact the school if you are interested….Thank you
Science Workshop P6-7
Wednesday 30th October
P6-7 will be visiting the Science Fair to link in with our Scientific inquiry project. The event will take place at the new Education building at the Wildlife park. All children are to be transported to and from the event by parents (thank you). However, if you are stuck then please let us know so we can provide transport. All children will need snacks, water and a packed lunch.
Cauliflower cards
Thursday 31st October
Children have designed their Christmas cards. You will receive information from Mrs Morris about ordering your Christmas cards this week.
Pupil Profiles
Friday 1st November
This week is the launch of our new Pupil Profile. We have created a more ‘user friendly’ version and look forward to hearing your feedback. All profiles will be sent home on Tuesday and need to return on FRIDAY 1st NOVEMBER in the plastic file. Please complete the ‘Parent Feedback’ in the Feedback section of the profile.
Halloween
Friday 1st November
A Halloween day is being organised by our Pupil council. This will take place on Friday 1st November in school. Pupils can wear costumes but nothing too scary please as it is a celebration for all age groups.
P7 Alltnacriche
Tuesday 5th to Thursday 7th November
P7 will be attending their residential on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Please can you drop your child off at Alltnacriche at 10.30am on Tuesday and Pick up your child on Thursday at 1.15pm.
If you are sharing lifts then please inform the school so we know who is going home together.
Alvie staff will be at Alltnacriche over the 3 days. Fingers crossed it stays dry and we have a wonderful time.
All children can bring £5 to spend at the tuck shop. Please make sure this is in a sealed envelope and is handed to staff on day 1.
A kit list has been emailed to you to make sure you have everything you need.
If you would like to talk anything through then please contact the school.
Remembrance Sunday
Sunday 10th November
As part of the community, Alvie Primary will be attending the Kincraig Village service on Sunday 10th November at the village memorial. P7 will be asked to read poems and lay the wreath. All pupils and families are welcome to attend. Please meet at the memorial at 10.40.
Parental consultation
Monday 11th November and Thursday 14th November
We will be holding two sessions for our first Parental consultation of the year. Each session will have a range of times from the end of school to the evening. This is an opportunity for you to look at your child’s work and discuss how they have settled in and how they are progressing in Literacy, Numeracy and HWB. Appointment request times will be sent next week.
Sponsor day
Tuesday 12th November
This term is when P7 organises a SCHOOL SPONSOR DAY as part of their leadership programme. This year, the theme is Sponsored Circuit Stations. We are raising money to regenerate the General Purpose room and make it more accessible for pupils to work in and feel comfortable. All donations are really appreciated and go towards making the school a positive learning environment.
Parent council meeting
Tuesday 26th November
The next meeting will be held at the school on Tuesday 26th November at 6pm. Please contact Ashton Morris for any information or any points you would like discussed.
Children in Need
Friday 15th November
The Pupil Council will be organising a fun event for Children in Need. More information will be sent home.
Open afternoon
Monday 25th November
All parents are welcome to join us for this term’s open afternoon. This event will be based on Numeracy and Reading as part of our School Improvement Plan. Please come and join us at 2.30 for some maths and reading skills and to join in some fun activities with your child.
Christmas events &
Christmas Concert
Wednesday 18th December
We will have a range of different events going in the couple of weeks so we will let you know nearer the time. This includes Christmas dinner, Christmas jumper day and a Christmas show. One for the diary is our Christmas show on Wednesday 18th December. Please come along with your friends and family for a wonderful afternoon. Doors open at 1.45 and the show begins at 2pm. There will be a Christmas raffle and refreshments for after the show.
End of term
Friday 20th December
We break up on Friday 20th December at 12.00 (grab and go bags are available). We return back to school on Monday 6th January 2025.
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