The Science Workshops
Wearing lab-coats and goggles 3 senior pupils got off to a flying start with
their Higher Chemistry and Physics courses by participating in science
workshops at Edinburgh University. In an event organised by WHAN Lauren
Clark, Lindsay McGregor and Kelly McDonagh got the opportunity to examine
DNA and conduct experiments with ultrasound .They got to see first hand how
science solves medical problems, investigates illness and keeps us healthy.
Meeting health professionals and students, the pupils also got a unique
insight into what it would be like to study a healthcare subject at
university.
Tremendous Tullibardine Trip
On Friday 5th September, the S5/6 Higher Accounting class, travelled to
Blackford to visit the Tullibardine Distillery. The class toured the
distillery before receiving a presentation from the firm’s management
accountant. Thomas, a distillery employee, led the group around the
distillery and they learned about the history of the establishment, the
process of whisky distillation and the process of maturation, in sherry and
bourbon casks. The spirit must remain in the casks for a minimum of 3 years
before it can be classified as a whisky. After the tour, the role of the
management accountant was brought to life through a presentation by the
accountant, Christine. The talk was very informative and lots of information
on the process of becoming a management accountant, the different careers
that are available and Christine’s role in a small manufacturing company was
gleaned. Overall the experience was very beneficial and will help the class
with their studies and career choices over the coming months. See the
full report
here.
Bannockburn's Got Talent
Rehearsals are underway for those acts selected for
‘Bannockburn’s Got Talent’, including singers, dancers and gymnasts. The
talent show will take place in the school lecture theatre on Tuesday 7th and
Wednesday 8th October at 7.30pm. Tickets are priced £4 and will be on sale
from Miss Allardyce in room 202 from 29th September. Click
here
for a list of participants.
World's Biggest Coffee Morning
The school will be taking part in the World’s Biggest Coffee morning on
Friday 10th October in support of MacMillan Cancer Relief. Last year the
school raised over £1100 for the charity and are hoping to do the same this
year.
P7 Open Night
The school showed a tremendous team effort last week at the P7 Open Night.
The mood was stimulating, upbeat and confident and the atmosphere friendly
and welcoming. Thanks again to everyone who took part and to the 297
visitors. We hope you all enjoyed the evening. Click
here for more details.
S6 Careers Convention
A number of S6 pupils attended the careers convention yesterday at Stirling
University.
R.S.N.O.
A number of pupils attended the R.S.N.O. Concert ‘Shakespeare in the City’
yesterday and the Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow.
Book Fair
‘Blast Off! Books’ is running a Book Fair in the Lecture Theatre today and
tomorrow. Pupils in S1-4 will have the opportunity to browse and buy books
during the event.
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