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Welcome to our school news page!

Here, you’ll find the latest updates, events, and important announcements.

Be sure to check back regularly to stay informed.

Celebration Day – Friday 6th June

We’re looking forward to our KPSS Celebration day on Friday 6th June. This is to celebrate our fantastic achievements of earning our Eco Green Flag, Gold SCQF award and our Gold Rights Respecting School status.

On Friday we will also officially launch our School Values of Kindness, Ambition, Respect and Equality (K.A.R.E.@KPSS) which we will refer to in lessons but also in all our work and interactions with each other across our school community.

We’re encouraring our young people and staff to wear gold, yellow or sparkles on Friday for our non-uniform day. We’d love to see lots of our young people and staff at our Gold Breakfast Club on Friday morning. We’re having quizzes and games throughout the day and bringing our whole school together for our final celebration during Period 6.

It should be a great day and a huge celebration and thank you to all of our young people, parents/carers, staff and partners – these achievements are only possible because of the amazing collective work you all do.

Thank you all and bring on the celebration!

 

S1 Project Based Learning

May was a busy month for our S1 Project Based Learning (PBL) classes!

The S1 Protecting Wildlife class went to Troon to do a beach clean. This was organised by one of the teams who were committed to tackling pollution to help protect marine wildlife. This team reached out to the Marine Conservation Society for advice about the beach clean. As a result, Kirsty from the Marine Conservation Society came to KPSS to deliver an interactive workshop about Marine Pollution for an S1 Science class.

Another PBL team visited Refuweegee, a Glasgow based charity to support refugees in our city. They came back with lots of great ideas on how we can fo more to support this vulnerable group in our school and local community.

Our S1

PBL classes worked hard this term to develop their solutions to tackle their Big Question and all teams presented their solutions, along with outlining how they have developed their meta-skills, at our fab showcase in May.

Well done to all our S1 PBL teams and to our S1 PBL teachers for their hard work and commitment to this exciting new learning initiative at KPSS. We can’t wait to see how you get on with your PBL projects in S2!

S2 Model Box Sets

Our S2 pupils have been creating model box sets while learning about the roles and responsibilities of a set designer as part of their Boy in the Striped Pyjamas Production Skills unit in which we explore theatre arts skills such as set, lighting, costume and props.

Calling all S5 and S6!!

Recruitment of new School/Vice and House Captains

The recruitment process for our new School Captains will commence tomorrow (Monday 2nd June) with information shared as part of the induction programme and where the application form will be shared.

The process will involve: 

  • completing the short application form (links will be shared)
  • presenting to year groups as to why you should be considered for School or Vice captain and pupils will be able to cast their vote thereafter.

This process will then be followed by:

  • a group task
  • Interview with Mrs Ayed and captains early next week.

We wish all applicants the very best of luck! Please don’t hesitate to see Mrs Kelly if you have any questions.

S5&S6 Powering Futures

Delighted to share this great video showcasing the brilliant work of our S5&S6 Powering Futures teams.

This fantastic course helps build an understanding of sustainability for our young people but also helps them develop meta-skills like communication, analysis and collaboration to help prepare them for the world of work.

Well done to Esma, Mark, Lara, Matej, Abdullah, Maya and Jack who all successfully gained the Level 6 award and delivered excellent presentations to the panel of industry judges!

We’re looking forward to welcoming our new Powering Futures class in June and excited to continue our partnership with this great organisation whose mantra is to support young people to be happy and successful in their futures 😀

Diversity Ambassadors

A group of our S3 (new S4) diversity ambassadors presented today at a Conference for all Head Teachers in Glasgow – All Learners, All Achieving. Along with Miss Anderson Aziz they did a great job of sharing their brilliant work including:

  • information about level 6 leadership
  • contributing to staff learning on anti racism
  • celebrating diversity with their events
  • promoting inclusion for all and upholding the rights of the child
  • updates on their photography project with Simon Murphy

Well Done 😃

 

 

S3 Duke of Edinburgh Expedition

Our S3 Bronze Duke of Edinburgh group is currently out on their qualifying expedition in the scenic Pentland Hills.

Over the course of two days, the students are putting their navigation, teamwork, and resilience to the test as they hike through varied terrain, carry full expedition kits, and camp overnight. This challenge marks a significant milestone in their Duke of Edinburgh journey, showcasing their dedication and adventurous spirit.

We’re incredibly proud of their efforts and look forward to welcoming them back with plenty of stories and accomplishments to share.

Industrials Cadets Bronze Challenge 2025

A group of S2 pupils took part and completed the Industrials Cadets Bronze Challenge 2025. The pupils undertook the healthy minds challenge and created an app called “u ok?” The pupils worked over 3 month period to not only create a functional app but also a report and presentation which they delivered at the city chambers. The pupils represented the school with excellent behaviour and really thrived speaking with other pupils and invited guests.
The pupils involved were:
  • Abby McConnell (S2, Skye)
  • Ruby Ho (S2, Lewis)
  • Grace McDermott (S2, Lewis)
  • George Edmondson (S2, Lewis)
  • Allan Karol Strzysz (S2, Lewis)

Science Centre and “All Energy” Conference

New S4 Physics and Chemistry pupils went on a trip to the Science Centre and “All Energy” Conference at the SEC. We watched a fascinating IMAX film about global warming and the need for renewable energy. We then had a tour round the Science Centre before heading over the river to the SEC to explore the stalls of renewable energy companies and got to speak to lots of people in these industries to find out about the innovations happening around the UK to help tackle the problem.

 

COPFS Glasgow Schools Champions 🏆

 

Massive congratulations to Fergus Munro (S3, Lewis) and Navlyn Perika (S3, Lewis),  who competed in the Crown Office public speaking competition on behalf of King’s Park Secondary this afternoon.

Both spoke so well and are now the Glasgow Schools champions. Fantastic news and we can’t wait to see how they get on in the national semi-finals!

Well done Navlyn and Fergus and a huge thank you to Mr Grimes for supporting both of them!

Family Engagement Open Afternoon

We’re delighted to invite all families to our upcoming Open Afternoon on Wednesday 30th April 2025, running from 2:30pm to 4:30pm.

This informal drop-in event is a fantastic opportunity for you to meet staff and partners, enjoy some coffee and cake, and hear more about the exciting learning happening in our school. It’s also a chance to discuss ways you can get involved in future opportunities within our school community.

The event will take place in the Staff Room, Science Block – feel free to stay for as little or as long as you like. Whether you’re popping in for a quick chat or staying for a while, we’d love to see you there!

We look forward to welcoming you.

Congratulations Class of 2025!

We had a fantastic S4-S6 Leavers Ceremony yesterday where we said goodbye and good luck to all of our S4-S6 Leavers. We are proud of you all! Best of luck in the SQA exams and for the next exciting chapter in your lives!

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