John Paul Academy

At John Paul Academy, through service to the common good and in recognition of the dignity and voice of each person, we commit to the pursuit of excellence, through the development of each person's God given talents.

Please click here to find a letter from our Head Teacher.

SCHOOL CLOSES ON FRIDAY 24th JUNE AT 1PM

SCHOOL RE-OPENS FOR PUPILS ON WEDNESDAY 17th AUGUST AT 8.45am

WISHING ALL OUR YOUNG PEOPLE A VERY HAPPY SUMMER HOLIDAY -
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL READY FOR THE NEW TERM IN AUGUST.

IMPORTANT - FINANCIAL INCLUSION SUPPORT OFFICER

The Financial Inclusion Support service will continue through the summer holidays. If any of our families are experiencing financial hardship over the school holidays - please contact using the details below:

fiso@gpollokcab.org.uk – Tel- 07790544817.

	LATEST NEWS UPDATES POSTED HERE......

26 MAY 2022 - Please click here to read an important letter from Mr Owen, Head Teacher regarding end of exam leave, return to school and new timetable arrangements for new S5 and S6 learners.

19 MAY 2022 - Please click here to read an important letter from Mr Cassidy - DHT regarding upcoming S3 Assessments.

22 APRIL 2022 - Study leave commences on Monday for our Senior Pupils. Please click here to see a letter from our Head Teacher. Please also see our Exam Tutorial Schedule in the Seniors Getting Ready for Success area above - these sessions are planned to help all young people have focused in school revision before their exams. We encourage all young people to take advantage of them.

28 MARCH 2022 - Important information regarding the Scottish Government Health and Well Being Census 2021/22 has been sent via text. Please ensure you read the communication carefully. Mr Owen, Head Teacher

APPOINTMENT OF HEAD TEACHER - Please click here to read a letter from our Head Teacher, David Owen.

26 MARCH 2022 - S1-3 DIGITAL FAMILY LEARNING EVENT - iPADS READY!
This Saturday 10am-12pm in the Assembly Hall. Support session for our younger pupils and their families in using iPads for learning in school and at home. We will also have a foodbank for families - so bring a bag. This is our first family event in over 2 years - we very much look forward to seeing you!

11 MARCH 2022 - please click here to view an important presentation for S4 and S5 parents regarding the Options process for next session and preparations and supports for examinations.

24 JANUARY 2022 - please click here for a letter to S4 and S5 parents sent from Mrs Lynch - DHT.

7 JANUARY 2022 - please click here for a letter from acting Head Teacher - Mr Owen

22 DECEMBER - JPA Journal - click here to view our latest school newspaper
13 DECEMBER  - Letter from HT. Click here

13 SEPTEMBER - Letter from Maureen McKenna, Director of Education regarding October School Holidays. Click here

13 AUGUST- Letter from HT before term start. Click here

12 AUGUST - WELCOME BACK - today we welcome staff back to school for 2 inservice days. We welcome our pupils back on Monday 15th August. Information about return to school arrangements for period 1 are attached here.

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During this pandemic it is important that everyone takes care of their personal health and wellbeing. Below are some links to access support.

Lifelink Counselling Services has now gone remote to enable the delivery of counselling sessions by telephone or video call during this time of social distancing. Click here for additional links and apps

Counselling sessions will take the form of telephone or video sessions based on the young person’s preference and will still work in-line with the regular counselling model of delivery. Plans are already in place to continue supporting those pupils in our school already benefitting from this support but new referrals can be made either by calling 0141 552 4434 or online at Lifelink.org.uk https://www.lifelink.org.uk/make-a-referral/ .

  Responding to change.

Any young Person aged 16 -18 living in Glasgow struggling with mental health issues or experiencing a tough time can find support on Big White Wall. If you are struggling, or know someone who is, don’t hesitate to join BWW or recommend it to someone you know.95% of members reported feeling better as a result of joining BWW, and 73% shared something for the first time. Whatever you’re going through, BWW is there to help.

You can access Big White Wall at www.bigwhitewall.com