Issue No. 30 (15/05/15) ‘There is no comparison between that which is lost by not succeeding and that which is lost by not trying.’ Francis Bacon This week we have had the parent interviews and I want to take this opportunity to thank all the parents, carers, grandparents who attended these meetings. The ‘Kellands Family’ is central and paramount to all the children achieving across the curriculum and being safe and happy. By working together we can support each other and make sure that these very important years in education and child development are a wonderful experience at Kellands. The support we get from all the families is fantastic and we want the school to be a ‘Centre of Excellence’ across all the curriculum but also somewhere where all families feel welcomed, secure and comfortable. Thanks also to the teachers, PSAs, office staff, parent helpers and the Deputes who do such a professional and hard-working job in meeting the needs of the children and creating this environment for learning. The aim of the school is indeed where:- ‘Everybody is somebody’ And together we can create this special ‘Centre of Excellence at Kellands. Have a fantastic weekend Graeme Mollison Head Teacher Retirement This summer sees the end of an era here at Kellands. After 37 years here, teaching many, many children Mrs Gullan is retiring. We would like to mark this occasion and are gathering as many stories as possible from over the years. If you would like to contribute a story to our book of memories please send it in to me in an envelope by Tuesday 30th June. Thank you, Mrs J Barr Hopscotch Theatre ‘What a Load of Rubbish’ 20th May at 9.30am We have booked this acclaimed show for Nursery to P7 about eco and sustainable education. To help with costs please send £1 per child in before the 20th. Thank you. Barnardo’s Boxes Barnardo’s Boxes will be counted next month. If you have a box please send it to school by Friday 5th June. If you would like a box please contact the school office. We are Writers! We are still taking orders for our ‘We are Writers!’ book (£5.99), a wonderful anthology of creative writing by all the pupils which was compiled at the start of the session. A sample can be viewed in the school office. Parent Council As you may be aware, Mrs Gullan retires from Kellands School at the end of this term after dedicating 37 years to the school. I am sure a great many parents would welcome the opportunity to contribute to a collection to mark the incredible contribution she has made to so many children and families and to the school as a whole over this time. Whilst the organisation of a collection is not a huge task, it does take some time and consideration and we are looking for a willing volunteer! If you would like to help out with this please get in touch with either Jillian Barr [email protected] or Lynn Downie [email protected] Thank you. Lynn Downie, Kellands Parent Council SCILL (Supporting children in Learning for Life) Come and join SCILL for their coffee/library/support session at the Flycup Coffee Shop, Unit 2 Blackhall Industrial Estate, Inverurie on Monday 18th May 10am – 11.30am where you can see how SCILL could help you and your child with additional support needs and chat to others facing similar challenges. Library items will be available to browse/borrow. The event is free but please let them know if you can attend by emailing [email protected] or call 07913 326816. Transport Aberdeenshire Council will be running a series of workshops on the following dates. Yours views on how to improve access to walking, cycling, car sharing, electric vehicles or any other transport issues will help us set our priorities for the coming years. Fraserburgh: Thursday 14th May, 2pm-8pm, Learning Rooms 1 & 2, Fraserburgh Community and Sports Centre, Macononochie Place Ellon: Tuesday 19th May, 3.30pm-6.30pm, Ythan Centre, Station Road Inverurie: Thursday 21st May, 2pm-8pm, St Andrew’s Parish Church, High Street Huntly: Wednesday 27th May, 2pm-8pm, Stewarts Hall, Gordon Street Scottish Chamber Orchestra Gauche the Cellist the Japanese tale of a boy, his cello and some unexpected friends, told through live music and shadow puppetry will be presented at Banchory Woodend barn on Saturday 23rd May 11am and 2pm. Entry free but please book online at www.sco.org.uk. Music in the Gardens To celebrate Mental Health Awareness week a free ‘variety of music for everyone’ event will be held in Union Terrace Gardens, Aberdeen on Saturday 16th May 2015 at 1pm. Everyone welcome. Summer Basketball Camp Westhill Academy 10th-14th August, 9am – 5pm. 8-16 year olds, £150 for 5 days. Places can be booked [email protected] CBBC Dish Up CBBC are searching for 8 – 13 year olds and their families to take part in an online miniseries where a mystery chef crashes your kitchen for the day! If this sounds like something you and your family would love to try, please visit the ‘Be on a Show’ page on their website to apply http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/joinin/cbbc-dish-up-be-on-a-show Please note, the deadline for applications is 31st May 2015 and filming will take place in July 2015 over one day. Open Farm Sunday At The Store Farm Shop, Foveran invite you and your family to their free event on 7th June 11am-3pm. There will be farm animals, farmers market, birds of prey, face painting, BBQ and hog roast, tractor and trailer rides and lots more.
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