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Wednesday, January 20, 2010 12:07 PM
Party Time
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French
Pr 7 have already learned how to introduce themselves and ask each other questions in French.
Primary Science Workshops Primary 5,6,7 pupils attended a Balloon Buggy Workshop in Balivanich School on Wednesday 21st September. They were
encouraged to use their investigative skills to test variables, to predict what might happen and to measure travel distance. The Buggies are now back in Paible School and pupils continue to adapt their design to race on different surfaces.The corridor makes a great race track.
Swimming
Primary 5/6/7 have been taking part in swimming tuition at Lionacleit Pool. They have experienced pool and water safety, floatation and movement, propulsion and streamlining alongside swimming stroke improvement. The teaching of different strokes has been a strong focus this term in line with the National Swimming Association’s Programme. When this group’s allocation of lessons is completed, Primary 1/2/3/4/ pupils will attend every Monday Afternoon during term 2.
One …. Seven buddyGroup
Primary one and Primary seven pupils have joined together as a “One …. Seven buddy” group. The older pupils will share the responsibility of creating a positive ethos of respect, trust and support. They will be encouraged to make a positive contribution to the wellbeing of each individual child. The pupils will change buddies during Term 3. This new initiative within the primary will address issues within Health and Wellbeing across the curriculum. The group will meet regularly with Mrs Matheson to discuss various social and emotional issues.