Caring • Learning • Achieving BRIEF UPDATES
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Saturday 13 January - Well done to the pupils who took part in the Active Communities Firewalk today in association with Headstrong. They were accompanied by Miss Rowan who said that it was an amazing feeling to be able to overcome fear.
Friday 12 January -The JANUARY LETTER has been uploaded and can be found under the 'News' tab, then 'Letters'.
Friday 5 January -The JANUARY NEWSLETTER, and the Mid Season Sports Report - December 2017, have been uploaded and can be found under the 'News' tab, then 'Newsletters'.
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Friday 15 December - It is looking a lot like Christmas Jumper day today! All proceeds today are going to Save the Children Christmas Jumper Appeal. Well done in taking part, but remember .......back to full uniform for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday next week!
Friday 15 December - Pupils studying National 5 History were given the chance to extend their knowledge with a visit to the Bannockburn visitor centre.
Friday 15 December - S1 making some tasty truffles in HFT - getting up to date with their Christmas cooking preparations!
Wednesday 13 December - Concert Band, Strings, Brass, Jazz, Ceilidh, Linguists and Choir.....every performance was amazing in last night's Christmas Concert. A most enjoyable evening - thanks to the many pupils who took to the stage and filled the theatre with their talents. Have a look at our gallery of pictures here... https://www.makewav.es/post/1057532/title/christmasconcert2017
https://www.makewav.es/post/1057583/title/gryffechristmasconcert2017video
https://www.makewav.es/post/1057583/title/gryffechristmasconcert2017video
Tuesday 12 December - Higher Geography pupils attended an interesting STEM lecture on the topic of geoengineering - deliberate and large-scale intervention in the Earth's climate system with the aim of counteracting climate change at the University of Glasgow today.
Monday 11 December - A brand new weekly club is arriving in the ABC Faculty this January in an exciting joint venture with West College Scotland. Watch out for advertising and speak to your ABC teacher for further details.
| ABC Coding Club |
Saturday 9 December - Well done to all involved in the McClure vs MacLeod memorial match held at the school.
Friday 8 December - It was some time out for Festive Fun this afternoon as the S1 pupils enjoyed their Christmas Dance. Organised by the Pupil Support team with help from S6 pupils, there was lots on offer including Pass the Parcel (using oven gloves!), Musical Statues and a Ceilidh.
Friday 8 December - Thanks to our Fairtrade partners Mary Russell for inviting us to their Christmas Fayre. Really enjoyable morning!
Thursday 7 December - As part of our commitment to promoting respect within the school, S1-3 pupils were treated to a performance by 'Single by Sunday'. The band have taken time out of their busy schedule touring the country to perform to pupils and deliver key anti-bullying messages. All pupils thoroughly enjoyed the morning, with many receiving signed autographs from the band.
Wednesday 6 December -The DECEMBER NEWSLETTER, has been uploaded and can be found under the 'News' tab, then 'Newsletters'.
Wednesday 6 December - Advanced Higher Chemistry pupils enjoyed a visit to the University of Strathclyde today, where they were able to carry out analysis techniques on samples that they had synthesised in school.
Wednesday 6 December - S6 pupils have been challenged to do their best to raise £100 for charity this year. Well done to school captain Alex Evans who is seen here presenting a cheque for £200 that she recently raised for St. Vincent's Hospice by doing the Great Scottish Run! Well done Alex - £100 challenge well and truly done!
Wednesday 6 December - Fantastic effort from our school community in putting together donations for Refuweegee charity. Over 160 gift bags and back packs were handed in and are now heading to refugees arriving in Scotland this winter. Thank you to all pupils, parents/carers and staff for their generous and thoughtful gifts
Monday 4 December - What a great response from everyone who was celebrating Book Week Scotland last week. Well done to all pupils and staff who took part in all of the events and in particular those who dressed up on Friday. It was a Fairytale ending!
Thursday 30 November - some lovely devoted Gryffe pupils giving up their holiday evening to support the Quarrier’s business community at the Three Sister’s Bake Christmas event.
Tuesday 28 November - The English department have been busy getting creative for Scottish Book Week. Their chosen theme is 'Fairytales' and as many departments as possible are being encouraged to take part.
Monday 27 November - Euan Huey prepares for the first round of the St Andrew's Day Debate at the Scottish Parliament.
Friday 24 November - Eliza Terra, Elisabeth Feechan and Coby Surgenor (S1) and Ewan Mitchell, David Brennan and Sarah Feechan (S3) all competed in the Rotary's 'Youth Speaks Competition'. Their presentations were 'highly commended' by the judges. At the Grand Finals of the 'S3 Youth Speech Competition' in the Normandy hotel, Renfrew on 22nd November, Ewan, David and Sarah were chosen as the winning team, picking up the 'John Richardson Trophy' for their endeavours.
Well done to all! Our picture shows members of the Speakers Group with Miss Higgins and Derek Mackay MSP who visited the school today.
Well done to all! Our picture shows members of the Speakers Group with Miss Higgins and Derek Mackay MSP who visited the school today.
Friday 24 November - Today we celebrated St Andrew's day in Gryffe, as we are on holiday on Thursday. We had 'Wear it Tartan' with proceeds going to House Funds. S1 have been busy in HFT making Oaty Biscuits and S2 Haggis Bon Bons with Sweet Chilli Sauce and Tattie Scones and Bacon.
Monday 20 November - Higher RMPS and Biology pupils had an excellent afternoon listening to a panel of experts debate topics including ‘when does life begin?’, ‘Should embryos be given human rights?’ and ‘science alone offers the best explanation for the origins of life and the universe.’
Friday 17 November - National 5 Prelims started this week - these Hospitality dishes look great! S4 - Work hard and be proud of what you achieve!
Friday 10 November - Smiles from today's Achievement Award winners. Pupils receive an Achievement Certificate if nominated by their teacher or parent. This can be easily accessed on the website and requires only a few details http://gryffeachievers.weebly.com/certificate-nomination.html Pupils can be nominated for any aspect of Caring, Learning and Achieving (within and outwith school) and some of the pupils who received their Certificate from Mr Johnson today, helped out with the recent PTA Bag Pack.
Wednesday 8 November -The NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER, has been uploaded and can be found under the 'News' tab, then 'Newsletters'.
Wednesday 8 November - All year groups are taking part in Remembrance Assemblies this week. S6 pupils have been busy selling Poppies for the Scottish Poppy Appeal and our picture shows pupils reflecting with Rev. Kenneth Gray in the Remembrance Room.
Wednesday 8 November - Modern Studies pupils visited HMP Greenock, for an interview with a prisoner and prison tour. Very insightful visit and useful information for dissertations
Sunday 5 November - Delighted to hear that former pupil Callum Hawkins has been awarded FPSG Scottish Athlete of the Year. Callum is shown here collecting his award at the Hilton in Glasgow last night. Another great achievement for him! Picture used with permission from Scottish Athletics.
Friday 3 November - The School Captains from all Renfrewshire Secondary Schools had a Conference in Gryffe today in order to discuss their roles within their own school and share good practice. Many important and current topics were discussed as well as the Captains learning from each other in order to reflect upon their own role, and that of their Management Teams. All present believed it to be a very worthwhile event.
Thursday 2 November - The new Scalextric Club with Mrs Brown (in Design Technology) started today and was packed! Many thanks to those who helped out with donated kit!
Friday 27 October - Pupils enjoyed getting henna tattoos at lunchtime to celebrate Global Diversity month. Thanks to our very talented henna artists from the Citizenship Committee.
Thursday 26 October - Congratulations to Ewan Mitchell, David Brennan and Sarah Feechan who won the Renfrewshire heat of the S3 Youth Speech Competition last night, which took place in our very own newly refurbished theatre. The standard was high across the board. The team will go on to compete for the 2017 Inter-Region Youth Speech Trophy which will be held in the Normandy Hotel in November.
Tuesday 24 October - Modern Studies pupils have just arrived in London this morning and are looking forward to their visit to the UK Parliament.
Monday 23 October - MADD Show 2017 gallery now live - enjoy over 200 pictures - https://www.makewav.es/post/1051362/title/maddshow2017
Wednesday 11 October - Our photo shows a quick taster of the fabulous colour and variety on display at last night's MADD (Music, Art, Dance and Drama) show. Months of amazing work by pupils, vibrantly displayed in a wild, creative and energetic performance. Very well done to the many pupils, staff and parents who supported the event in any way. Also, thank you to the River Inn for generously supplying a delicious buffet to celebrate our official opening of the refurbished theatre. Thank you to the PTA for your tireless fundraising to make the new-look theatre possible. Picture gallery to follow!
Tuesday 10 October - Parents in Partnership 2017/18 concluded yesterday following a 5 week programme. Parents involved enjoyed a selection of lessons from across the curriculum as well as inputs promoting our whole school ethos. Mr Anderson and Mr Findlay would like to thank all parents and staff involved in the initiative this year.
Monday 9 October - Another informative evening on 'How to support your Child in the Senior Phase'. We had presentations from - Miss Dhesi, Principal Teacher Attainment; Euan Huey, S6 pupil; Mrs Anderson, Principal Teacher of English; Mrs Biagioni, Scholar ; Mr Brian Costello, Headstrong. The full presentation can be found under the SQA/ASSESSMENTS tab, then 'Senior Phase'.
Friday 6 October - What a great night at the PTA Italian Meal and Quiz night at the River Inn. The sixth years created an interesting and challenging quiz, which saw the staff team narrowly beaten by the 'Universally Challenged' team.
Friday 6 October - S2 and S3 are taking time out this morning to focus on their Health and Wellbeing. They will take part in a series of workshops. Our picture shows guest speaker Mr Brian Costello from 'Headstrong' (Experts in Changing the Way People Think) http://headstrongnlp.com/. He totally captivates and enthuses the pupils with some amazing mind activities.
Wednesday 4 October -The OCTOBER NEWSLETTER, has been uploaded and can be found under the 'News' tab, then 'Newsletters'.
Wednesday 4 October - Box lids made by boys from 2.9 using the laser cutter in Design Technology - we think that they look great!
Thursday 28 September - Thank you to everyone who helped support the Staff Macmillan Coffee Lunch! The generous abundance of cakes and raffle prizes donated by staff helped the event to become a tremendous success.
Wednesday 27 September - A group of pupils from across the school attended a special screening of 'Real Boy' - a very powerful film about one individual's transgender journey. This took place at the Centre for Contemporary Arts in Glasgow and was followed by a discussion which was centred around the film as well as transgender issues facing young people today
Thursday 21 September - What a busy day!! All year groups, staff and Primary pupils put everything into making this year's 3K Gryffestyles Fun Run amazing, although there did seem to be a whole group of very shady looking characters claiming to be S6. Fantastic costumes on display, with everyone a winner and proceeds going to Breast Cancer Care! Huge thanks to the PE department, Sports Leaders and helpers who made such a huge event happen. Staff also took part in a Macmillan Coffee and Raffle - more news about that later
Thursday 21 September - S1 Spanish pupils enthusiastically showed off their moves dancing to 'Reggaetón lento' to promote healthier lifestyles this Gryffestyles week!
Tuesday 19 September - As part of a busy Gryffestyles week, pupils enjoyed a 'Beat the Goalie' session with a special Fairtrade football and a special appearance by our answer to David de Gea. S1 enjoyed a Health Day yesterday. Look out for a Smoothie Stall in the canteen tomorrow and get your fancy dress sorted for the whole school 3k Fun Run on Thursday. All proceeds to charity.
Saturday 16 September - An amazing achievement for Mrs McKenzie and Mrs Greenaway this morning, as they successfully completed a very brave Zip Slide across the Clyde to raise a fantastic total for Breast Cancer Care. Very well done to you both and thank you to all staff who generously supported them in their venture.
Saturday 16 September - Well done to the pupils and staff who took part in the Linwood Parkrun this morning - a great start to Gryffestyles Week! Here are some words of encouragement from the organisers - 'Great to see pupils and staff from Gryffe High School at Linwood Parkrun today as part of Gryffe's annual health week promotion. Well done to everyone on completing the 5k, and we hope to see you back with us.'
Thursday 14 September - The Media Team made their own SkyTV Breaking News story at Sky Academy Skills Studio in Livingston. An amazing afternoon of great teamwork under pressure of time, giving the pupils across a range of year groups a real taste of what is involved in television production. Have a look at their video here - https://www.makewav.es/post/1047381/title/mediateamatskyacademy
Thursday 14 September - A group of S4 HFT pupils enjoyed a trip to Tennent's Training Academy, where they learnt about roles in the Hospitality Industry and were challenged to put a variety of their skills to the test!
Wednesday 13 September - The middle of a very busy Maths Week. Events so far have included a STEM lecture for S5/6 pupils from Graeme Eddolls - an electromagnetic stealth analyst for the Royal Navy, S1 Countdown Numbers Championship with the Wallace House team winning and Gryffe hosting the Enterprising Maths Competition with pupils across the authority. More events still to happen........
Monday 11 September - Another positive turn out for week 2 of Parents in Partnership this morning. The group attended lessons in Maths and Music led by Mr Stewart and Mrs Strong. All attending agreed this was a valuable insight into the S1 curriculum. We look forward to welcoming the group back to Gryffe next Monday for Science and PE!
Friday 8 September - S1 went to battle in a tug-of-war tournament organised by a few of the senior Sports Leaders. Congratulations to all that took part and Burns house for earning the victory!
| Gryffe High School Clubs and Activities - Updated 7 September 2017 |
Wednesday 6 September -The SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER, has been uploaded and can be found under the 'News' tab, then 'Newsletters'.
Friday 1 September - World Challenge Mongolia 2017
Enjoy the gallery of pictures here
https://www.makewav.es/post/1046812/title/worldchallengemongolia2017
and read a full length feature report from both teams in the September newsletter.
Enjoy the gallery of pictures here
https://www.makewav.es/post/1046812/title/worldchallengemongolia2017
and read a full length feature report from both teams in the September newsletter.
Thursday 31 August - A group of S1 pupils attended Prestwick Airport today for the Scottish Airshow STEM Event. With 3 different hands-on workshops, all pupils had an enjoyable experience with the additional achievement of Euan Rennie, who won second prize at the end for the best entry to 'What kind of things would we need to invent in order to live on Venus?' Well done Euan!
Monday 28 August - Launch of our Activities Booklet for S1-S3
| Activities Booklet 2018 |
Monday 28 August - Great to see so many parents tonight at the first Parent Council meeting of the new session. The newly formed Pupil Management Group presented to the parents. There was also an update on Homework, as well as Head Teacher information including Results. The Parent Council also enjoyed a wee look at the newly refurbished theatre. Next meeting date is Monday 2 October at 7pm. More detail in the September newsletter
Friday 25 August – Staff played pupils in the annual match play competition at Old Course Ranfurly Golf Club. This was a close run match, with it finishing at 2.5 points each, and as such the STAFF retaining the trophy! The highlight of the evening was Fraser Campbell getting a hole in one at the par 3 fifth hole.... well done Fraser, commiserations pupils..... maybe next year!
Wednesday 23 August - An amazing turnout today for the first night of Activ8.
Activ8 is an extended curricular after school programme designed to offer pupils the opportunity to take part in a variety of activities aimed at maintaining ‘active bodies and active minds’. This takes place every Wednesday 3pm to 4pm for an 8 week period lasting until the October break. All welcome for any session
Activ8 is an extended curricular after school programme designed to offer pupils the opportunity to take part in a variety of activities aimed at maintaining ‘active bodies and active minds’. This takes place every Wednesday 3pm to 4pm for an 8 week period lasting until the October break. All welcome for any session
Tuesday 22 August - Yesterday saw the launch of our new look learning diaries for S1-S3 pupils. The 'Responsibility of All' focus group organised an assembly for each year group. The diaries are designed to support and encourage pupils to recognise and record their achievements and also the progress they make in developing essential literacy, numeracy and health and wellbeing skills.
Monday 21 August - Our picture shows a few of our 81 pupils (now in S3) who have just received their Bronze Crest Award certificates, along with an example of the fabulous fact-filled posters that they created to showcase their project work on Microbes. Mrs Costello, who is the Crest link teacher, said she was delighted that so many of the S2 pupils had achieved this research and skills based British Science Association Award.
Tuesday 8 August - Please find below detail of tomorrow's timetable re-negotiation times
| Re-negotiation of timetable 2017 |
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Clubs/Activities for March 2018
| March 2018 |
CALENDAR THIS WEEK:
Monday 16 April Pupils return, prompt 8:50 am start
Thursday 19 Award Ceremony, 7:00 pm start
NEXT WEEK:
Monday 23 April Parent Council Meeting, 7:00 pm start
Thursday 26 UK Junior Maths Challenge
Friday 27 Last day in school for S4 & S5 before
SQA exams/S6 Leavers Day
Monday 16 April Pupils return, prompt 8:50 am start
Thursday 19 Award Ceremony, 7:00 pm start
NEXT WEEK:
Monday 23 April Parent Council Meeting, 7:00 pm start
Thursday 26 UK Junior Maths Challenge
Friday 27 Last day in school for S4 & S5 before
SQA exams/S6 Leavers Day
SPORTS UPDATES ... click in photographs to enlarge
