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.