Grayson Perry Exhibition and Workshop

Mrs Zielinski’s S3 class have been out of school to visit an exhibition and take part in a practical workshop. They explored, discussed and interpreted a range of artworks during the Grayson Perry exhibition at the National Gallery, Edinburgh. Led by gallery staff member Robin and practising artist Morgan, pupils identified and discussed narratives that were communicated through the artist’s use of imagery.

Inspired by the exhibition, pupils then took part in a practical workshop. The session allowed them to begin to explore creative approaches to communicating messages of social importance that impact young people in Scotland and our local community. Following the excursion we will welcome Robin and Morgan back into school to work with us for six weeks on a community project, building on the initial work already explored. We very much look forward to this exciting opportunity and we will ensure we share how things progress with you in the coming weeks.

 

BAE Systems STEM roadshow

S1 pupils were visited by the much anticipated BAE Systems Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) roadshow.  This year the presentation was about exploring from the depths of the ocean to the ends of our solar system.  Pupils took part in two communication challenges and a model of the Sun appeared at the end which filled half of the stage, all the way to the ceiling!

Seniors visit the Peter Howson exhibition

The Art and Design department have been very busy recently getting out of the classroom and into galleries with pupils for some creative discussions.

The senior Art classes visited the Peter Howson exhibition at The City Art Centre, Edinburgh, to analyse a range of artworks which will help inform their critical studies on the National 5 and Higher courses. As well as enjoying cakes bought at a local bakery, pupils all agreed that seeing artworks first hand was an excellent experience. They explained that this helped develop their confidence, knowledge and understanding when discussing artworks, which will help with their exam.

Current S5,S6 and Summer Leavers’ Achievements

We would like to celebrate the out of school achievements of our 2022/23 seniors (current S5 or S6 and June 2023 leavers). Examples could be; sporting achievements, extra curricular achievements, charity work or anything else that you feel deserves to be recognised.

If you would like to share your child’s achievement with the school, please email the details of the achievement to the Head Teacher using the address below. Please include your child’s name & class, your name, and your relationship to the child.

You may include a photograph if you wish.

Email us at dalkeith.hs@midlothian.gov.uk

Duke Of Edinburgh new season

Anyone wishing to do their Duke of Edinburgh should go to a meeting at 3:20pm in library.