Well done to S5 pupils Jess  McGhee, and Alisa Matyunina who took part in The Donald Dewar Memorial Tournament held at the Royal High School on Tuesday 26^th January.

Jess and Alisa had the task of arguing for the motion that “Compensation should be paid for past injustices”. The girls gave an excellent performance, however despite their valiant efforts, will not proceed to the semi-finals. This was the first year that Jess and Alisa had entered a National debating competition and I am sure both would agree that it has been an invaluable experience.  Well done again girls.

Calling all Scientists….
Does your career involve medicine, engineering, health, forensics, technology, biology, chemistry, physics or maths?
Or
Are you a former pupil of Boroughmuir and are currently studying a STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) based degree/HND/HNC?
If so, Boroughmuir High School needs you!
Boroughmuir Science department are going to be running a science careers event for senior pupils in June this year. This is to motivate and inspire the young people who study one or more of the STEM subjects.
This would only involve a couple of hours one evening. Pupils would be meeting with you, in pairs, and chatting informally about your job. It is not a presentation and you do not need to prepare or bring anything with you.
If you are interested in helping inspire the next generation please contact the school by email Admin@boroughmuir.edin.sch.uk
Thank you.

Unfortunately I have had to reschedule the Communication with Teenagers Information and Support session from the 4^th to the 11^th of February. Please find attached new posters and flyers.

S & I flyer Jan-marchb 2016

Support A4 2016 Jan-Marchb

Please find attached a flyer and poster about the next Information and Support Sessions for Parents and Carers who wish more information or are concerned about their pre teen or teenager’s Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health. These session have been planned with the support of CAHMS and other relevant organisations.

Each monthly session has a different topic focus. There is also an opportunity for parents and carers to meet other parents and supportive professionals in a safe relaxed environment. Parents and carers of 11-18 year olds from in and around Edinburgh are welcome to attend any of the sessions.

The next Parent and Carer Support and Information sessions will take place on

Thursday 11th February 2016 at Drumbrae Library Hub, 81 Drum Brae Drive, EH4 7FE, 6.30-8.30pm (There is parking available at the venue) Communication with Teenagers– Exploring the challenges of keeping the lines of communication open with teenagers who have emotional wellbeing and mental health issues. Considering ways to listen so that teenagers talk and talk so that teenagers listen.

Thursday 3rd March 2016 at Drumbrae Library Hub, 81 Drum Brae Drive, EH4 7FE, 6.30-8.30pm (There is parking available at the venue) Understanding and Managing Stress– Considering the impact of stress on teenagers and practical ideas to help support them to manage some of the challenges.

Please encourage parents to let me know if they would like to come along.

City of Glasgow College Applications are considered in chronological order. 

Our application process for 2016/17 courses will open online on Wednesday 27th January

advise all School Leavers intending to take the College route of this revised date.

S5-S6 Prelim Timetable January 2016