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Mrs Murphy Principal Mr Johnston Vice Principal 2

Welcome to KILLICOMAINE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 3

MEET YOUR YEAR HEADS Dear Year 8 Pupil that s nearly you Welcome to Killicomaine Junior High School You are nearly Year 8 and we hope you are looking ahead to your next big adventure We look forward to what the new academic year has in store for you You may be feeling a mix of emotions now but we hope you will settle in quickly in September You may be worried about a bigger school new teachers new subjects new challenges and making new friends We trust the following pages will help you with any concerns you may have We are sure you are looking forward to experiencing all aspects of school life at Killicomaine This means more than just the classwork and homework There are such a variety of after school clubs and activities to be a part of from sporty to musical to creative Starting early in new clubs and activities helps you make new friends and feel part of our school Our friendly and approachable staff will encourage you to do your best and show you what you can achieve Our hope is that you will make lasting positive memories over the next few years at Killicomaine As a school we expect very high standards from our pupils Work hard get involved be kind and amazing things will happen We wish you well as you embark on your first year at Killicomaine Mrs Farrell Mr Whitehead Year 8 Year Heads 4

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YOUR FIRST DAY Your first day at secondary school will be one that you will always remember Follow these steps to make it a success THE NIGHT BEFORE Have your bag packed including your pencil case Have your uniform laid out and ready Have you practiced tying your tie Give it a go Check that you know how you are getting to school and who you are travelling with Set your alarm and allow yourself plenty of time to get up and ready 6

Mrs Farrell Year Head YOUR YEAR HEADS Mr Whitehead Year Head Mrs Farrell and Mr Whitehead are the Year Heads in charge of all the pupils in Year 8 They will be with you through to Year 10 They lead a year assembly once a month You may be asked to take part read a prayer or highlight an important issue FORM TEACHERS You will also have a Form Teacher who will look after you do your registration each morning set targets with you and help develop a bond with you and your other form class members Make sure you tell your parents the name of your Form Teacher School assembly starts at 9am on Monday Wednesday and Friday On Tuesday morning there is no assembly but you will have extended registration with your form teacher Registration Your Form Teacher will take the register at 9 10am and update you with daily news On Thursday mornings registration will start at 9 15am Subject classes begin at 9 20 am Monday to Friday You will study these subjects in Year 8 English History P E Maths Art R E SUBJECTS Science Drama Music FTroepnctihp A cardboard or plaLsitibcraforlyder is needed for each subject to keep notebooks and booklets safe I C T TGeeaocghrearpsh yDetails of all KillicoLm La Wine staff can be found on our website 7

THE SCHOOL DAY School opens from 8 40am Monday Wednesday and Friday Delayed start on Thursday school opens 9 00am 8

WHAT SHOULD I BRING WITH ME ON MY FIRST FULL DAY AT KILLICOMAINE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Induction days 27 29th August see letter for details of when you are being invited in 30th August YEAR 8 ONLY day SCHOOL SUPPLIES Pencil case with stationery see list below A snack for break if required or money for cafeteria A packed lunch or money for cafeteria 3 for homework planner Stationery list Folders for each subject Red green and purple biro Blue or black writing pen Pencils 2B and 4B pencil for art 2H pencil for TD Coloured pencils File paper Rubber Ruler Sharpener Glue stick Scissors Maths protractor kit ruler compass Calculator Tissues Hand sanitiser Replenish supplies as needed Books You will be given textbooks and exercise books in your classes Label books and be careful not to lose them as you may be charged for their replacement Label stationery too where possible Subject Charges Technology Design 12 Home Economics 15 Art 5 English 10 You need to store your notebooks and textbooks in a box or shelf You cannot carry all your books every day So you need to PLAN Each night before you go to bed check if you have your diary for the classes you have the next day you have the notebooks textbooks for each lesson ready to put into your bag any homework to hand in and pack it in your bag P E the next day so you can have all your kit packed any extra curricular activities the next day your lunch money or packed lunch if you prefer 9

EQUIPMENT Below are some subjects you will be doing in Year 8 Think about some equipment that you may need for these lessons and write what you will need to bring with you to school English Lesson Maths Lesson PE Lesson Art Lesson Home Economics Lesson Be equipped and ready to learn 10

Advice from Home Economics KJHS Eat Well Feel Well Be Well The Home Economics Department recognise that a number of pupils may suffer from potentially life threatening allergies or intolerances to certain foods In Home Economics we strive to be inclusive to all children and aim to meet the needs of every child Before the start of a new academic year medical information including details of food allergies are shared with the receiving class teacher as part of our transition process All adults working with relevant pupils are aware of their needs The common causes of allergies relevant are the 14 major food allergens 11

MERIT SYSTEM In Killicomaine Junior High School we operate a Merit System each term This is a way of keeping a record of all the good work our pupils do and also of any unacceptable behaviour At the end of a set period usually a few weeks all the achievement merit marks and behaviour demerit marks are totalled for each pupil There are prizes and certificates for the winning class in each year group and also for the best pupil in each class Most of our pupils then see an afternoon film shown in the Assembly Hall The small number of pupils who have too many demerit marks spend that afternoon doing extra work They also meet with their Year Heads where time is allocated to reflect and plan targets for improvement in the next Merit System Sometimes it is necessary for a pupil to carry a report card as a way of monitoring and helping a pupil improve YEAR 8 MERIT WINNERS TERM 2 BUDDY MENTORS Each form class will be assigned up to 3 Year 10 Buddy Mentors These pupils have applied for the role They want to help you settle into Killicomaine You will meet them during form time at the beginning of the school year Buddy Mentors welcoming the new Year 8 pupils during August Induction Days 12

Hot chocolate with the Principal happens once a term and some very lucky pupils are chosen for up upholding our school mission statement and contributing to our school ethos Mrs Murphy enjoys meeting pupils from across the school and having time to have a chat 13

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HOMEWORK Successful pupils make progress when they embrace extended study This helps them become independent learners When you start your new school you will be asked to buy a Student Planner from your form teacher You are expected to write down your homework in this book It will help you to plan your work There is a place for your parent guardian and Form Teacher to sign each week to check that you are recording and doing all your homework and also a space for your parents and teachers to communicate with each other Your planner also has places to record your timetable test results and targets You must bring your planner to school every day The planner also has lots of useful information e g maps grammar tips and KJHS information Do check all parts of the planner Cost 3 EXAMS All pupils sit exams in mid November and again in mid May Don t worry You will be given revision guides and your teachers will help you prepare In P D Personal Development and Form Teacher sessions you will find out study strategies that will help you succeed in exams and cope with exam pressure The exam results are used to review class placements and ensure that pupils are in the most appropriate band 15

LUNCHTIME There are two lunch sittings each 35 minutes long Early Lunch Late Lunch 12 25 until 1 00 1 00 until 1 35 Your form teacher will tell you which lunch to go on each day You can opt to bring a packed lunch with you or you may prefer to use the school cafeteria Our school dining hall has a range of snacks that can be purchased at break time these include toast fruit salads scones and pancakes At lunchtime they offer a wide range of foods including a soup of the day paninis filled baguettes sandwiches as well as hot meals like chicken tikka masala and boiled rice lasagne chicken pie homemade breaded goujons and pizzas Biscuits jelly and fruit salad are also available to purchase PLEASE DO NOT BRING NUTS INTO SCHOOL ENERGY DRINKS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT KJHS AND WILL BE CONFISCATED SAMPLE MENU PRICES 2024 25 BREAK Toast 30p Pain au chocolat 1 Cinnamon swrils 1 Scone with butter 60p Sausage rolls 1 Traybakes cookies 80p Muffin 80p LUNCH Sandwiches 2 50 Chicken burgers 2 00 Baked potato filling 1 50 Panini 2 50 Pizza slice 1 30 Soup 1 00 Chips Tues Friday only MAIN MEAL OF THE DAY 1 40 2 20 Changes may occur throughout the year DRINKS Flavoured milk 55p Sml water Lg water Flavoured water 60p 1 00 1 00 Example of main meal of the day menu 16

Killicomaine JHS Week A Gammon potatoes veg and gravy And Chicken curry and ri ce Pizza Burg er s Selection of tr ayba kes Chicken crumbl e potatoes and veg And Sa usa ge s Hot dogs Paninis Chips Selection of tr ayba kes Braising steak potatoes and veg And Pasta bolognese Pizza Burg er s Selection of tr ayba kes Roast turkey potatoes roast mash veg and gr avy And Chicken goujons Chicken burger Selection of tr ayba kes Peppered chicken potatoes or rice And Sa usa ge s Chips Selection of tr ayba kes Peri Peri Roasted

SCHOOL MAP Finding your way around Killicomaine is a big place compared to your primary school so it will take you a little while to find your way around the building When you start on your first day your form teacher will give you lots of information You will be surprised just how quickly you will find your way around the school Subjects are located in specific areas and this makes it easier to find your way around Take a look at the maps to see the different subject zones VIRTUAL TOUR Check out our school website to view our virtual tour and get a feel for what it is like to walk down the corridors in Killicomaine Junior High School As you move along the top corridor take a look at the boards at the front of the rooms and see if you can find out the answers to the following questions When did KJHS open Who was the first principal What did the tennis courts used to be When did the Girls hockey team last win the Junior cup https www killicomaine co uk virtual tour 18

UNIFORM Girls Uniform Boys Uniform White blouse White shirt Regulation school blazer with crest Regulation school blazer with crest Black tunic not a skirt Charcoal grey trousers Black knee socks or tights School tie School tie Black ankle socks not trainer socks Black low heeled shoes not boots training shoes or Black shoes not boots or training shoes pumps Coat own Hoodies are not permitted under blazers NEW School scarf optional School hat optional on sale in PE Coat own Hoodies are not permitted under blazers NEW School scarf optional School hat optional on sale in PE Freya and Adam 19

PE KIT Girls PE Kit Yellow KJHS PE Top compulsory NEW KJHS zip top compulsory Black school skort compulsory Skort can be worn with plain black leggings Trainers not plimsolls converse KJHS Games socks black with yellow K Shin pads compulsory Gum Shield highly recommended School tracksuit bottoms optional but compulsory for teams KJHS Hoodie optional Boys PE Kit KJHS Black PE Top compulsory Black KJHS shorts compulsory NEW KJHS zip top compulsory KJHS Games socks black with yellow K Football boots rugby boots Trainers Shin Pads compulsory Gum Shield highly recommended School tracksuit bottoms optional but compulsory for teams PE Jacket optional Rugby top will be required but only for team players after selection at Halloween Girls PE Kit Freya and Adam School Uniform and PE kits are available from Ivan Jameson and Robert Davidson in Portadown PLEASE ENSURE THAT ALL ITEMS OF CLOTHING ARE NAMED 20

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CLUBS ACTIVITIES Extra curricular activities help you to develop in lots of ways and they are fun too There is something here for you Always listen to the announcements in registration class and assembly Clubs and Activities are a great way of meeting people who are not in your class but have similar interests to you If a practice is cancelled you may use the office payphone to inform your parents 50p to use the phone Please make sure you have a contact number in your blazer Mobile phones are not allowed in school A payphone is available at the school office Sports coaches often wait until lunchtime before making a decision to cancel a practice due to adverse weather They help you to work as part of a team take responsibility show initiative be reliable keep fit and healthy improve your skills show leadership qualities The same high standards of behavior are expected at all after school activities 23

HOUSE SYSTEM At Killicomaine Junior High School each pupil is assigned to one of our 4 houses Each pupil can earn points for their house Points can be earned by participating in sporting events reading competitions and other special events throughout the year for example Sports Day and House sport competitions BLACKER WALKER JACKSON SCHOMBERG 24

Being Part of a Happy Family We want our community to be a happy one At Killicomaine Junior High School we expect the following behaviour Arrive on time mind your manners and always be polite Treat others as you would expect to be treated yourself Do not gossip or bully This is taken very seriously it is not acceptable and will be dealt with immediately Move around the school quietly and walk on the left side of the corridors Line up outside the classroom quietly Listen to your teacher and put your hand up if you have a question Write your homework in your planner and hand it in on time Smile it s infectious Most of all try your best be happy and enjoy your time at Killicomaine Junior High School

SCHOOL RULES You will be issued with a School Rules Booklet in your pack which is posted in August The School Rules ensure everyone knows what is expected and will help you be a successful student at KJHS Here are a sample of the main ones 1 Students must behave responsibly sensibly politely and with common sense at all times 2 Students must always try their best Disruptive behaviour during lessons will not be tolerated 3 Take pride in yourself and your school by acting in a manner which brings credit to yourself and enhances the reputation of the school 4 Any form of bullying will not be tolerated 5 Arrive to school on time 6 Be on time to lessons bring all necessary equipment and make it as easy as possible for teachers to teach and students to learn 7 Wear your uniform correctly at all times and with pride Students must adhere to school uniform regulations This includes bringing a school bag every day 8 Walk on the Left Never run 9 Line up in single file outside each room 10 Do not enter until the teacher gives you permission 11 Nobody in corridors at lunch time except to go to Library All cloakrooms are out of bounds at lunch time unless the weather is very extreme 12 Break time no pupils upstairs 13 Dining Hall Proper orderly queues Clear table after use and pick up anything which may have fallen on the floor Exit by side doors only Absolutely no food or drinks to be taken out of the Dining Hall Water should not be consumed in the classroom 14 Valuables should be left at home 15 Put litter in bin 16 School entrance and exit front gates only 17 Never leave school without the permission of a member of the Senior Leadership Team SLT 18 Out of Bounds Areas All grass areas to front of school plus all wooded areas Staff Car Parking areas Bicycle Sheds except when leaving or collecting a bicycle 19 Chewing gum and energy drinks are totally forbidden The possession of large items of confectionary and the selling of items to other students will incur serious sanctions 20 Mobile phones are not allowed 21 It is the responsibility of the pupils to catch up on work missed up to one week and the teacher will assist the pupil to catch up on the work if the absence is more than one week 26

GENERAL CLASSROOM RULES If pupil absence is less than one week it is the responsibility of the pupils to catch up on work missed For longer absences the teacher will assist the pupil to catch up on the work if the absence is more than one week 1 Arrive at your class on time 2 Come to lessons with homework completed 3 Come to class properly equipped with books and utensils 4 Do not eat in class 5 Put up your hand before answering or speaking 6 Listen carefully to your teacher and follow instructions the first time they are given 7 Treat others their work and equipment with respect 8 Show respect at all times to your teacher 9 Treat school property with respect 10 Bad rude language must not be used FIRE DRILL EVACUATION OF THE SCHOOL Any pupil discovering an outbreak of fire should inform the nearest member of 1 staff or if no member of staff is available break the glass in one of the fire alarm points using something solid e g the heel of a shoe An intermittent ringing of the bell will sound This is the signal to leave the 2 building Leave all your belongings and follow your teacher or if unaccompanied make 3 your own way to the nearest available exit 4 Walk quickly but do not run and quietly so that you can hear instructions If you find your exit route blocked then make your way to the nearest exit Do 5 not panic Once outside make your way to the playground beside the Tennis Courts and 6 line up there in forms 8th years nearest the grass pitches 7 A roll call will then be taken by your form teacher No one may return to the building for any reason until instructed to do so by a 8 member of staff 27

WHAT TO I have to leave school for an appointment dentist doctor a music exam etc If you must leave during the school day for any reason your parent MUST fill in a jot form on our school app If it is not filled in we do not have permission to release you When it is time to leave excuse yourself from class and go to the office to sign out and wait for a parent guardian to collect you Your child will be required to add their name to the sign out ipad I feel unwell If you are in a classroom tell the teacher If your teacher is sending you to the Medical Room he she will give you a note for the Secretary If this happens during break or lunch tell the School Secretary I lose something Retrace your steps Having thoroughly checked then report the loss to your Form Teacher If you lose your dinner ticket pass report the loss to Mrs Forbes in the school office and she will arrange for you to have school dinner If you find something such as a purse or pencil case you should hand this into the office An after school activity has been cancelled There is a payphone available in the school office so that you can phone home and make arrangements Keep 50p in your blazer and a contact number You should not attempt to contact parents directly mobile phones are not permitted I have been absent and am returning to school You must fill out a form explaining why your child was absent This form can be filled in by a parent on the school app I m late Report immediately to the school office for registration Bring a note of explanation I have any other problems Talk to your form teacher 28

DO IF I travel home by bus Your form teacher will tell you where to queue up on the first morning I am not participating in P E You must bring an excuse note from an adult in your home outlining the reason This form can be filled in by a parent on the school app I am sent to the Staff Room on a message Knock the door and wait outside for a teacher to answer The Principal enters my classroom Pupils are expected to stand up as a matter of courtesy and respect I am worried about something Whether inside or outside school speak to someone you trust It can be your Form Teacher or Year Head or Buddy Mentor Or you can complete a referral for the School Counsellor Mrs Gardiner is the Designated Child Protection Teacher Deputy Designated Teachers are Mrs Murphy Mrs Maxwell and Mr Whitehead I have forgotten my lunch or money for the canteen Don t panic You can phone home to arrange money or lunch to be brought in I am finding work difficult Let your class teacher know It might be very easily fixed so don t let the issue build up The things we work hardest for are often the most satisfying when we achieve success I am being bullied or I see someone else being bullied Let your Form Teacher know They will ask you to fill in a KJHS Bullying Concern Form Or if you speak to your Buddy Mentor they will speak to your Form Teacher with you or on your behalf Bullying behaviour will not be tolerated at Killicomaine We also encourage pupils to look out for one another SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING 29

THE LIBRARY KJHS Our library is a place for quiet study reading and research It is open to everyone every day and there is always someone available to help you find the reading book or piece of information you need whether that is for schoolwork or personal interest As well as timetabled library classes you will be able to access the space before school and during lunch You can use the library s computers to complete Accelerated Reader quizzes research or to print coursework or homework If you are always on the go our online library system allows you to browse the books at home and decide what you want to read before arriving at the library We offer two bookclubs and a weekly session for those who love playing chess Keep an eye out for details when the school year begins Throughout the year we will run competitions and details will be shared with you in your library lessons There are always prizes to be won We welcome all students to come along and share our enthusiasm for reading knowledge and ultimately books A little bit about Accelerated Reader Home Connect During the school year all pupils will be signed up to use Accelerated Reader during their library periods It is a computer based program that we use so that the pupils can track their reading progress and so that the teachers can monitor pupils individual reading practice Your child children will choose books for themselves under the guidance of their class teacher and our librarian It should be a book that is appropriate to their ZPD By signing up to HomeConnect you will be able to view your child s A R quiz results see the number of books read and the number of words read browse a virtual bookshelf that contains books read by your child sign up to receive updates on your child s most recent quiz results by email We looking forward to meeting you in September 30

PUPIL ADVICE YEAR 8 Edward PIPS Poppy Bocombra P S Maciej St Anthony s P S Don t be nervous when you start KJHS it will not be as tough as you would think When you join KJHS make sure to join lots of after school clubs so you can make lots of new friends Make sure to listen in class so you can do well in your exams Charlie Millington P S Lewis Birches P S Pippa Edenderry P S Make sure to join lots of after school clubs and have loads of fun Don t worry about getting lost and if you do just ask a teacher for some help Don t worry about exams Just try your best and you will do great 31

PUPIL ADVICE YEAR 8 Arianna Moyallen P S Adam Edenderry P S Erin Seagoe P S Don t be shy when you start Killicomaine and try to be friendly to whoever you meet At Killicomaine sometimes things can be tough but always try to be yourself around new people and teachers Don t worry about the teachers they are all very nice Tom Bocombra P S Theo Seagoe P S Noah Bleary P S When you join KJHS try to make lots of new friends to make your time here better When you start KJHS don t be nervous as there are lots of people that can help you Make sure to always look your best and try to make new friends 32

YEAR 10 SENIOR PREFECTS Isaac Seagoe Primary School Freya Drumgor Primary School James Seagoe Primary School Penny Edenderry Primary School Charles Moyallon Primary School Emily Edenderry Primary School Jack Birches Primary School Molly Edenderry Primary School Thibault Drumgor Primary School 33

HEAD GIRL INTERVIEW FAVOURITE Lucy TD Subject Moyallon Primary School After School Activity Colour Hockey Panini Food in the Canteen Blue Best thing about Killicomaine Playing in all the sports teams with my friends Having to revise for the exams Worst thing about Killicomaine What would you change to make KJHS The English exams to be easier better Advice Don t be scared to ask for help when you need it The teachers are happy to give you a hand with whatever you need 34

HEAD BOY INTERVIEW FAVOURITE Caleb P E Subject Moyallon Primary School After School Activity Football Chips Food in the Canteen Colour blue Best thing about Killicomaine Playing so many sports Exam Week Worst thing about Killicomaine What would you change to make KJHS better More Home Economics Practical exams Advice Be open to new opportunities as it will help you grow as a person 35

ATTENDANCE EVERY SCHOOL DAY MATTERS Attendance is crucial and we expect that all of our pupils will be enthusiastic about coming to school want to be here every day have a thirst for knowledge and are excited to learn Always come into school unless you feel so unwell Book medical dentist and hospital appointments outside school times If an appointment is unavoidable come into school before or after it Holidays in term time are not permitted Unexplained or unaccounted for lateness to school will result in detention 36

STUDENT SUPPORT School Counsellor Helen Woods is our own school counsellor Helen is with us all day Monday and Wednesday from September to June What happens in counselling Counselling gives you the opportunity to talk in private about anything which is worrying you The counsellor will not take sides or tell you what to do or how to live your life but will help you to look at choices and encourage you to make your own decisions Helen Woods School Counsellor Where does counselling take place Counselling takes place in our counselling room in the foyer This room is a safe space where no one will be able to listen in to what you are telling the counsellor When is counselling available The counsellor will be in school each week and will arrange a suitable time to meet up with you How can I organise to see the counsellor If you want to see the counsellor you can talk to any teacher speak to Mrs Gardiner or ask a parent or carer to arrange an appointment by contacting school Who is counselling for It is open to any pupil in school You might have worries or concerns to do with school family personal matters or other issues These can be discussed during counselling It is a chance to talk about anything that may be worrying you Is counselling confidential What you say is not repeated to others without your permission with certain limited exceptions These exceptions will be explained to you by the counsellor in person Links Counsellor We also have Rachel Tate a counsellor from Links Links is a service provided to all schools by DENI Rachel is with us on a Thursday from period 1 to period 6 Rachel Tate Links Counsellor https www linkscounselling com 37

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KILLICOMAINE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Working together for excellence in a caring community Visit our school website www killicomaine co uk Follow us on Facebook KillicomaineJHS KJHSsportsNews Killicomaine JHS Upper Church Lane Portadown BT63 5JE 40

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