Thank you to everyone who helped us launch our 50 Anniversary celebrations by attending our Open Day on Saturday 23 August. On the day we had over 300 people who came along to share their memories of their school days. Please check the school website to find out what else is planned! (www.liberton.edin.sch.uk)
Our exam results improved again this year. There were outstanding performances from many pupils across the school. Well done to everyone who offered support and encouragement and especially the parents. It will come as no surprise that the ones who do well are those who attend all classes and work hard throughout the year.
A whole school photograph to mark our 50 Anniversary was taken on the afternoon of Wednesday 27 August. Details of prices and how to obtain a copy will be made available to pupils in the next few weeks.
University applications. I am delighted to see that this year we have 53 pupils who are applying for university places. In 2004 this number was 8. This increase clearly illustrates the progress we are making as a school.
Improving pupil attendance in session 2008/09 will be a priority for the school. Thank you to all parents who took the time to respond to the questionnaire posted to parents in the summer. Following further discussion with pupils it is our intention to introduce attendance targets for all pupils. All parents are respectfully reminded to avoid taking pupils off on holiday during term time.
Staffing update. Welcome to the following staff who joined us in August: Ms Gallagher (English); Ms Thayne (English); Mr MacLeod (Maths); Mr Mazadza (Maths); Mrs Carbery (Maths); Ms Birrell (Biology) and Mrs Ellis (History).
Timing of Parents’ evenings The vast majority of parents who responded to the survey on the timing of parents’ evenings indicated that they preferred a 6–8 pm slot. Thus, with the exception of the S3 parents’ night on Wednesday 17 September, which will be from 5–7 pm, all other parents’ nights will take place between 6 and 8 pm. I am hoping for a 100% turnout at this year’s meetings with your child’s teachers. Please make every effort to attend. Your input and support really does make a big difference to your child’s interest and effort in school.
The L Factor is coming……………
On Thursday 16 October Liberton’s legendary talent show returns for a third year. This year is going to be even more exciting. We are delighted to announce that among our celebrity judges this year we have none other than the top selling Scottish singer/songwriter Sandi Thom.
Auditions have been taking place to find the cream of Liberton talent for what promises to be an unforgettable evening. Tickets for the show (priced at £5) will go on sale on 6th October. Don’t miss it! Judges for the evening will include:
- Sandi Thom (Best Selling Singer Songwriter)
- Grant Stott (
- John Loughton (Winner of Big Brother Celebrity Hijack)
Teambuilding weekend. Many thanks to Mr Russell and the 8 other staff who spent a weekend in Dalguise with 30 senior pupils. The purpose of the weekend was to develop teamwork and to foster relationships in our new S6. By all accounts this was a highly successful weekend!
Welcome to PC Mark Thomson who has just started with us as Community Police Officer at Liberton High. Mark has already made an impact in the community through his presence around the main road at busy times. Parents are requested to drop pupils off at the school games hall and, in the interests of the safety of others, not to bring vehicles any closer to the school building.
The Home Economics department ran heats for pupils to enter The 'Smoothest Smoothie in
The boys won through to the 'Smoothie Off' which was held at the Countryside Festival at Glamis Castle on Sunday 7 September which Jonathan attended and managed to wow the judges with his professional performance and delicious smoothie to win second prize. He was awarded
his prize by the Dowager Countess of Strathmore. Well done Jonathan!
Well done to Megan Bryant (S5) and Stuart Wilson (S6) who have been selected to take part in this year's "Lessons from Auschwitz Project". This will involve participation in seminars and a trip to visit
Parent’s association news.
- LHSA are holding our bi-annual Car Boot Sale on Sunday 5 October 9.30 am – 12.30 pm, £6 per car. No need to book, just turn up and pay on the day. Top car park beside tennis courts; set up from 9.00 am. Teas/Coffee will be available.
- 100 club is a monthly prize draw for parents, carers. The more members the higher the prizes and the more cash to support the school. See school website for further information. For this month only all pupils handing in their parents completed application forms will be entered into a £20 Prize Draw. Forms and standing orders already handed in will also be included in the draw.
- We are looking for more volunteers to join the LHSA or just to help out with teas and coffees at parents' nights. If interested, please contact the school and leave your name and address or through email to liberton_pta@yahoo.co.uk.
Dates for the Diary
Wednesday 1 October P7 Open Evening (7-9 pm)
Monday 13 October Book Week
Monday 20 October Mid-term (5 days)
Tuesday 28 October Pupils resume
Tuesday 18 November S1 Parents’ Evening (6-8 pm)
Thursday 11 December S4 Parents’ Evening (6-8 pm)
Monday 15 December Carol Concert
Friday 19 December Term ends
Please share any news with me that you would like me to publicise or let me know if there is anything in particular that you would like to see included in future editions of this bulletin.
Many thanks.
Please check the school website for copies of all previous bulletins and other breaking news. (http://www.liberton.edin.sch.uk)
Donald J Macdonald (Headteacher)
15 September 2008
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