Doon Academy

Sep 19 2008

CONGRATULATIONS to S2 pupil Robbie Welsh who became the International Champion at the Young Handlers Sheepdog competition.

Robbie with his sheepdog Maid competed against young handlers from different countries to win the trophy.

DOON Academy's Craigengillan Estate sponsored walk will be held on Thursday 18th September. Pupils have their sponsorship forms and we are hoping for a record amount this year to be raised.

WELCOME to new teachers Ms Griffin in the PE department and Mr Richardson in physics. We hope you enjoy working with the pupils and staff of Doon Academy.

ON Friday, September 26 all S1 pupils will be taking part in the European Day of Languages. There are many activities planned including food tasting, quizzes and learning European dances.

THE LAUNCH of the 08/09 Doon Academy Leadership Academy was held at the school. The Leadership Academy is cleverly structured to bring out the best in pupils, hone their leadership skills, develop self awareness and gain more confidence not only in working as part of a team but also individually. S3 pupils are given the opportunity to take part in leadership courses in Dalguise, or workshops with Kilmarnock College or on a sailing adventure with the Youth Ocean Trust.

CRICKET training will resume in school at lunch times. There will also be after school training on Mondays' beginning in October. Alan McDonald and Robert McDowell played alongside Willie Rowan and represented Prestwick in the U18's National cricket final. Our technician in the technical department Mr White has been re-appointed county coach for 2009 following the successful 2008 season.

Thank you to Minerals Trust for their donation to the cricket team.

Kyle McCormick andLaura Halbert.