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LJHS Prospectus 2020

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Lurgan Junior High School PROSPECTUS 2020

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MISSION STATEMENT The 3 Rs Empowering you to reach your potential to feel respected cared for and equal Respect for Self and Others Responsibility for all your actions Resilience 02 2020 PROSPECTUS

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Welcome to Lurgan Junior High Parents Carers Pupils Lurgan Junior High School is an inclusive 11 14 non selective co educational school which continually strives to educate and develop its pupils into knowledgeable confident kind and compassionate leaders equipped with the ability and skills required to embrace all of the challenges that life may bring As a school with a strong reputation for academic and sporting excellence we resolutely believe that our girls and boys deserve every possible opportunity to succeed in all areas of their educational lives and fervently wish for them to go out and change the world for the better Over the course of the last 60 years our school family has encouraged our young people to value the joy of learning and to become confident and productive individuals able to make the right decisions and determining to always give of their best Our core Christian values remain unchanged and we are unashamedly proud of them the timeless qualities of humanity courtesy and empathy for others In an ever changing world we believe that our consistent promotion of Respect Responsibility and Resilience in all their forms along with the myriad of high quality educational opportunities which we afford our pupils are as relevant 2020 PROSPECTUS to the world today as they were when our school was founded back in 1959 We continue to strive to ensure that our talented pupils make the most of their amazing gifts and give of their best in everything that they do Through a broad and balanced curriculum we set high expectations and targets for all of our pupils fostering an environment of aspiration where children are encouraged to pursue their dreams and ambitions and where success whether within the classroom or beyond it is celebrated and honoured Ever proud of our positive relationships at all levels we create classroom environments that are conducive to learning and champion the practice of good old fashioned manners thus realising our mission statement of empowering our young people to reach their potential to feel respected cared for and equal At Lurgan Junior High School our expert committed staff are there to support your child through every step of their Key Stage 3 educational pathway I look forward to welcoming you to our school family J McCoy J McCoy Principal 03

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Admission Criteria either in September 2020 or during the course of the 2020 21 school year The lodging of an application is interpreted by the Board of Governors as an indication that the parents and the child concerned accept and are in agreement with the ethos philosophy aims policies and regulations of the school including any code of conduct or discipline policy of the school Information in relation to these may be obtained from the school If the school s enrolment and admission numbers have not been reached the school will enrol all the children whose parents wish them to attend However if the application for entry to First Form Year 8 exceeds the admissions number or would cause the school to exceed the total enrolment number pupils will be admitted by the following criteria applied according to the weighting as indicated below 1 Pupils transferring from the following contributory primary schools Ballinderry Ballycarrickmaddy Bleary Carrick Dickson Donacloney Drumgor King s Park Lurgan Model Maghaberry Magheralin Meadow Bridge Moira Rowandale Integrated Waringstown 50 Points 04 2 Pupils transferring from a non contributory primary school 30 Points 3 Pupils who have a sibling enrolled at Lurgan Junior High School in the 2020 2021 school year 20 Points 4 Pupils who have had a sibling previously enrolled in Lurgan Junior High School 10 Points 5 Pupils for whom Lurgan Junior High School is the closest post primary school to the child s permanent home address measured by OSNI distance measuring tool expressed non selective and from a noncontributory primary school 10 Points 6 Pupils who are the eldest child 15 Points 7 In the event of equal points due to the weightings for final placing Pupils will be selected for admission on the basis of the initial letter of surname as entered on Birth Certificate in the order set out below KESUPOLDVHFQINTAJXYWZGRMBC In the event of surnames beginning with the same initial letter the subsequent letters of the surname will be used in alphabetical order 2020 PROSPECTUS

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Lurgan Junior High School School Improvement and Leadership Team Mrs Kerr Vice Principal Pastoral 2020 PROSPECTUS Mr McCoy Mr Guy Senior Teacher Pastoral Principal Mr Thompson Vice Principal Curriculum Miss Osborne Senior Teacher Curriculum 05

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Moving around school for classes and being organised is not as hard as I thought Lilli Year 8 Pupil Assessments Year 8 pupils are placed in classes according to the teacher assessed levels at the end of Key Stage 2 supported by Primary School Progress Through Maths PTM and Progress Through English PTE Scores and the professional judgement of school staff All pupils are encouraged to work to their full potential and are rewarded for their successes through our Positive Behaviour Procedure Our Assessment procedures are regularly reviewed in order to support pupil learning Testing When pupils come to Lurgan JHS GL Assessment tests are carried out in English Mathematics and Science PTE PTM and PTS during Term 1 in Year 8 CAT4 test scores and Pupil Attitude to Self and School survey results are also used to provide additional information to support learning and teaching to make sure that there is a careful balance between the academic and pastoral dimensions of school life Assessments Throughout the year a variety of assessments are carried out in all areas of the curriculum Controlled Assessment Homework Peer Assessment Self Assessment Reports Reports are issued bi annually Assessment combines the continuous monitoring and checking of pupils progress throughout the year with a formal examination in the Summer Term Some pupils may change class as a result of Christmas and or Summer Examination results or at times based on the professional judgement of the Teaching Staff and the School Leadership Team 06 2020 PROSPECTUS

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Pupil Assessments Communication with Parents Parents will have the opportunity to discuss their child s progress at the Year 8 Parents Information Day in January with their child s Form Teacher Parents and Guardians are consulted in order to ensure an appropriate appointment slot Homework Showmyhomework The school believes that it is important for pupils to learn to work independently Therefore it is school policy to set homework as and when appropriate The type of homework set will vary according to the pupil s age and ability Homework is any constructive task set to be completed outside of the timetabled day This will always be recorded on the SMHW App which pupils and parents can access through any mobile device or desktop computer Attendance Pupils with full attendance at school usually make good academic progress At LJHS we encourage you to support our Attendance Policy On the rare occasions that your child is unable to attend school due to illness a letter to the Form Teacher is required on the first return date The Form Teacher will contact parents after the second day of absence Pupils are rewarded for high levels of attendance I like Showmyhomework It helps me to make sure I have my homework books and equipment for every class Thomas Year 8 2020 PROSPECTUS 07

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The Curriculum At Lurgan JHS all pupils follow a robust common curriculum which aims to develop knowledge and skills across a wide range of subject areas We place the acquisition of knowledge at the core of our curriculum so that pupils can then develop subject specific skills in all classes All teachers are also responsible for developing and assessing the CrossCurricular Skills of Communication Using Maths and Using ICT Our teachers want pupils to enjoy learning to be curious to find out more about their world and to be able to apply knowledge and skills across the curriculum In Year 8 pupils study Art Drama English French Geography History Home Economics Information Technology Mathematics Music Physical Education Religious Education Science Technology and Design and Learning for Life and Work In Years 9 and 10 some pupils also study Spanish and have different teachers for Biology Chemistry and Physics Across all subjects pupils have opportunities to be stretched and challenged in their learning in addition to taking part in competitions for individuals and teams by enjoying visits to school from performers writers and exhibitors or by taking part in visits out of school I love all of the different subjects that we can study at Lurgan JHS I love learning new things Aimee Year 8 08 2020 PROSPECTUS

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The Curriculum Learning and Teaching at Lurgan JHS At Lurgan JHS we enjoy positive working relationships with pupils and parents alike recognising that successful learning and teaching comes from a harmonious partnership involving teachers pupils and parents We are told that A three fold cord is not quickly broken Ecclesiastes 4 12 At Lurgan JHS we ensure that our three fold cord Parents Pupils Teachers is strong productive and conducive to useful learning Pupils We believe that it is vital for pupils to develop responsibility for their own learning organisation and behaviour in order to fulfil their potential This means pupils will be well prepared strive to meet targets set and engage positively in every lesson We expect pupils to work hard in order to progress in their learning in every subject area Parents It is crucial that parents continue to support their child regularly in their learning by checking their work and meeting with teachers They should also clearly understand the targets teachers have set in each subject Whilst we are keen for pupils to be more independent parents still have a key role to play in helping children achieve their full potential Teachers Our teachers have agreed procedures to ensure pupils make progress in their lessons including Sharing their expert subject knowledge and enthusiasm for learning Delivering high quality well planned lessons which meet the needs of all learners Creating positive and consistent relationships with all of the pupils Regularly assessing pupils progress and reporting to parents Together we can make sure pupils achieve success during their time at Lurgan JHS and that they build strong foundations for their learning at Key Stage 4 and beyond 2020 PROSPECTUS 09

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The Curriculum Communication At Lurgan JHS a central feature of our core curriculum is the development of Communication skills Through our high quality approaches to pedagogy our young people s abilities in Reading Writing and Talking and Listening are developed and optimised Student surveys and Assessment Data have shown that our teaching approaches have developed student confidence in oracy and therefore have expedited success in oral comprehension and extended written responses This year we continue to focus on developing active listening skills Teachers use a range of strategies which means that any child in any subject area could be asked a range of questions and must therefore be focused and paying attention A clear focus on paired discussion has also been established to enable our pupils to develop their talking and listening skills further This has been created to prepare our pupils for the requirements at GCSE as well as developing their communication skills and confidence Using Maths Recognising that success in English and Maths is the gateway to success across the curriculum Using Maths is one of the core curriculum skills that our pupils are given the opportunity to develop throughout every subject Our whole school focus for this year is to improve pupil confidence and ability with times tables During form class our pupils are provided with the time and opportunity to participate in puzzles and challenges to improve and consolidate their mathematical knowledge whilst being thoroughly enjoyed by all Those individual pupils who excel in Using Maths are entered into the UKMT Maths Challenge and are provided with the opportunity to compete with their peers across the UK The participants from LJHS in 2018 2019 achieved excellent results We celebrate Maths Week with a Maths Murder Mystery activity for all of our Year 8 pupils The pupils thoroughly enjoy deciphering the clues to solve the mystery 10 2020 PROSPECTUS

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The Curriculum Using ICT As computers are used every day in industry and we rely on technology more than ever in our everyday lives we understand the value of teaching children how to use ICT correctly Throughout Key Stage 3 ICT is utilised as a platform to allow pupils to demonstrate increasing independence and using this vehicle pupils are continually encouraged to think critically about their work Using ICT allows pupils to develop their ability to Exhibit Explore Express Exchange and Evaluate a variety of texts information and ideas in an interesting way Ultimately our goal is to ensure that every pupil is afforded the opportunity to acquire and develop the skills necessary to become informed and responsible users of ICT Shared Education Lurgan JHS is proud to be involved in a shared education partnership with St Ronan s College Lurgan The vision for our partnership is to provide opportunities for our pupils to learn together at the same time as celebrating our own identities developing mutual respect and dispositions to become positive contributors to our society Our current projects involve the History Art Music ICT Maths and PE departments Local organisations like Brownlow House Ulster Rugby and Glenavon FC Academy are also involved in helping us deliver our projects and workshops The projects between the schools continue to bring a positive dimension to learning within Lurgan JHS RESPECT 2020 PROSPECTUS 11

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The Pupils Voice Pastoral Care Our Student Council is made up of pupils from within each year group as well as our Head Boy Head Girl and their Deputies They meet regularly in our Conference Room At LJHS we recognise the value and importance of our young people playing an active role in making our school a better place The Pupils Voice representatives ensures that our school responds to the needs and views of the pupils whom they represent and at the same time helps to develop pupils abilities to articulate their views and express their opinions Pastoral Care is at the centre of our school s ethos and reflects our Christian values We seek to provide a welcoming safe caring and supportive environment where each pupil is valued included and respected as an individual and is encouraged to reach their full ambitions both inside and outside the classroom We recognise that positive emotional health and well being are vital to learning To this end we have many people in our school community who willingly help and support our young people during their time with us These include School Prefects Peer Mentors Members of The Pupils Voice our Student Council Form Teacher Year Head Vice Principals Principal School Counsellor 12 Reach Mentoring Team Classroom Assistants Technicians Receptionist Administrative Staff Building Supervisors Lunchtime Supervisors Canteen Staff 2020 PROSPECTUS

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Your Pastoral Care One of the key people in school is the Form Teacher In most cases pupils will have the same Form Teacher for all three years at LJHS This means the Form Teachers will get to know pupils well and will look out for them in school in order to make sure that they are settled happy and giving of their best If any child has a concern they can talk to their Form Teacher Another key adult is the Year Head There are two Year Heads for each year group one for girls and one for boys They support pupils and along with the form teachers help ensure pupils are achieving academically socially and emotionally Sometimes pupils may feel they need extra support and our School Counsellor is available one day each week Parents can request this for their child or pupils can speak to their Form Teacher Year Head Vice Principal and request counselling themselves Reach and Aspire We enjoy an excellent partnership with the Reach Team working with school in a mentoring capacity Currently they mentor a number of pupils each week A local charity Reach is largely made up of youth workers Its motto is Unleashing potential and we are very thankful for their compassion and vision to draw alongside our young people They are an integral and invaluable part of our Pastoral Care programme As well as mentoring they are also involved in delivering part of our Personal Development curriculum across all three year groups This has proved to be of immense benefit to pupils and staff in the transition between Key Stages We are also grateful for our partnership with Aspire a local initiative which exists to help pupils by providing support resources and free tuition This has moved into its second year and the Aspire team works with a group of our pupils three afternoons per week after school RESILIENCE 2020 PROSPECTUS 13

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RESPONSIBILITY Celebrating Success At LJHS we love to celebrate the efforts successes and achievements of pupils and staff We have our own Facebook page as well as regular Celebration Assemblies where we learn about recent achievements and enjoy watching and listening to some of our amazing musical sporting and creative talent These successes can translate into points which go towards a pupil s house Each pupil and staff member is placed into one of our four houses Carrick Dunluce Gosford and Shane and this encourages healthy competition throughout the year both in the classroom and through other events organised by departments and our School Council In class pupils can win achievement points for themselves and their House for excellent effort progress and engagement in lessons as well as for a positive attitude being helpful and kind These achievement points then translate into rewards for positive contributions to school life and academic success Opportunities for Responsibility As a Key Stage 3 school our students have to assume roles of responsibility which would not be available to them at this age in an 11 18 school School Prefect Head Girl Boy and Deputy Head Girl Boy Chairperson and Secretary of the Student Council School Librarian House Prefect Digital Ambassador This helps develop important leadership skills as well as building self esteem and confidence It has regularly been commented on by visitors to our school at events such as Open Evenings that our pupils come across as confident and mature beyond their years Within each Form Class there are Form Prefects elected by pupils and staff and from each of the three year groups pupils are elected to represent his or her peers on the School Council 14 Child Protection Our Safeguarding Team Mrs Kerr Pastoral Vice Principal and Designated Teacher Mr Guy Senior Teacher Pastoral and Deputy Designated Teacher Mr McCoy Principal and Deputy Designated Teacher Mr Thompson Curriculum Vice Principal and Deputy Designated Teacher and Mrs Moorehead SENCO and Deputy Designated Teacher ensures that pupils know what to do if they encounter physical social or emotional harm and all staff are trained to support them 2020 PROSPECTUS

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Newcomers Our school is committed to supporting developing and promoting equality inclusion and diversity in all of its practices and activities We embrace a fully inclusive culture and ethos free from discrimination and based upon Christian values of dignity courtesy and respect Under the leadership of our Newcomer Co ordinator LJHS has embraced newcomer pupils and has provided a caring and welcoming learning space for them to gain confidence and competence as well as assisting in the acquisition of language to enable and empower them to succeed in their studies Special Educational Needs Lurgan Junior High School has an excellent reputation for meeting the needs of pupils with a wide variety of Special Educational Needs The SENCo Special Educational Needs Coordinator and the Assistant SENCo along with Classroom Assistants ensure provision is made for pupils whether it is through arranging exam concessions or one toone support Our SEN department liaises with feeder primary schools to make provision for pupils with SEN who are transferring from Key Stage 2 and also with the senior schools to ensure a smooth transition to Key Stage 4 Pupils on the SEN register have IEPs Individual Educational Plans with individual targets that are reviewed twice a year Pupils not on the register but requiring additional support are also identified through standardised testing teacher observations and parental concerns Our SENCo meets with parents to discuss a plan and to place the pupil on the register with an IEP in order to monitor progress and provide appropriate support Some pupils may be on the Medical Register with a Pupil Passport outlining their needs and reasonable adjustments if required 2020 PROSPECTUS 15

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The Enriched Curriculum At Lurgan JHS we offer a wide variety of after school clubs and societies where all students are welcome A selection of these after school options includes Art Club Cookery club Choir Drama Coding Club Equestrian Club Orchestra Guitar Ukulele Instrumental Support Maths Support Club Reading Club Scripture Union STEM Club Pupils are also given the opportunity to attend seminars provided by the Young Enterprise Scheme the Department of Employment and Learning and W5 STEM Ambassadors organised by the Careers Department Individual departments also strive to provide subject specific Careers Education Advice Information and Guidance either through classroom teaching or by organising guests or events I like attending STEM Club and Scripture Union as it is a good opportunity to meet new people Joel Year 8 16 2020 PROSPECTUS

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Craigavon Area Learning Community Lurgan Junior High School is part of Craigavon Area Learning Community CALC which was established in 2010 and is made up of Post Primary Schools the local Further and Higher Education College and educational partners working with the EA and funded by the Department of Education It brings together all the Post Primary educational bodies in the Craigavon area with the aim of improving educational provision for pupils aged 11 19 Curriculum planning in all schools is now guided by the statutory requirements of the Entitlement Framework Through a combination of joint meetings between staff in different schools pupils being taught in other schools and increased sharing of information and ideas the ALC aims to increase and improve existing collaboration within the local educational community and offer pupils greater choice and flexibility particularly at GCSE and A Level Craigavon Area Learning Community is also helping to develop links within local communities by improving and deepening relationships between schools and their pupils and by reaching out to local business leaders to find out how schools can work with them to develop the knowledge and skills necessary for the modern economy 2020 PROSPECTUS 17

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Sport Lurgan JHS pupils are fortunate to have access to two full size floodlit synthetic pitches for hockey and football which serve both the school and wider community The school also has two grass rugby pitches 4 gymnasia 4 tennis courts and an all weather athletics track The PE department aims to Foster a positive attitude towards physical activity along with developing the physical mental social and emotional well being of pupils Contribute to the development of pupil confidence and self esteem Promote enjoyment and achievement through meaningful participation in physical activity through both curricular and extra curricular programmes Contribute to the whole school ethos by providing the opportunities to participate in organised events such as Inter House Competitions I am involved in after school hockey netball tennis and athletics I really enjoy sport Kelly Year 8 18 We offer a wide range of after school sports clubs where students of all abilities are welcome These include Equestrian Team Rugby Football Cross Country Athletics Cricket Volleyball Swimming Hockey Netball Tennis 2020 PROSPECTUS

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Recent Sporting Achievements RUGBY U12 NI Rugby High Schools Cup 2018 U14 NI Rugby High Schools Cup 2019 CROSS COUNTRY Year 8 pupil District D Champions 2018 Year 8 team District D Team Champions 2019 FOOTBALL Year 8 NI Cup Champions 2018 football and rugby They re so much fun and they keep you fit and healthy 2020 PROSPECTUS NETBALL Year 9 Winners of the NI District 5 Netball Minor League Year 8 Winners of the Vista Netball Tournament and Southern Area League GIRLS FOOTBALL Year 10 Winners of the Football Ambassadors Girls Schools Cup ATHLETICS Numerous medal successes for Athletics teams in the full range of Track Field events at District Ulster and Irish levels I love playing Lewis Year 8 GIRLS HOCKEY U13 Mid Ulster Hockey League and Cup Champions 2019 U14 Mid Ulster Hockey League and Cup Champions 2019 Representative Honours Many pupils have been selected to play at both Ulster and NI levels in a variety of sports including Hockey Netball Rugby Football and Athletics 19

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U14 Rugby High Schools Cup 2019 It is our aim in Lurgan JHS to provide sporting opportunities for as many young people as possible Our school fields numerous teams over the 3 different age groups and caters for a wide range of abilities Currently over 200 pupils attend school practices weekly and pupils have opportunities to play against other schools in various competitions To witness pupils enjoying sport and reaching their sporting potential always provides much encouragement to the teachers and volunteer coaches in school 2018 Barcelona Football Rugby Tour 69 boys flew to Barcelona and took part in 7 football matches The boys enjoyed 3 wins 2 draws and 2 losses against some quality opposition In rugby 3 matches with 2 fabulous victories were played A trip of a lifetime 20 2020 PROSPECTUS U13A U14A Hockey Teams Mid Ulster League Cup Champions 2018 19

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A School at the Heart of the Community Lurgan JHS is a school which plays a pivotal role in the life of its local community We enjoy close links with our local churches the Youth Service the PSNI our partner Primary Schools Harrison Nursery and most recently Glenavon Football Club The Community Police are regular visitors to LJHS and they support us in our Personal Development Programme by providing information to both pupils and parents on the importance of online safety and other key issues The Computer Suite Library and Assembly Hall within LJHS are regularly provided to our partner primaries and nursery to support their learning and to afford them the opportunity to have a wider audience for their school performances For a number of years Glenavon Football Club Academy has made use of the school s pitches in the evening and the Senior Team now has use of our pitches for evening training We continue to benefit from the wide variety of coaching given to our young people through Waves Swimming Club Lurgan Town Boys Football Club Lurgan Ladies Hockey Club Lurgan Rugby Cricket Club and Waringstown Cricket Club We welcome their contribution and participation in developing a community that serves and benefits everyone Under the excellent leadership of the PE Department we continue to realise our vision for Lurgan Junior High School as a centre of Sporting Excellence I am involved in the Rugby Football and Coding Clubs I like them all because they are fun and relaxing Pawel Year 8 2020 PROSPECTUS 21

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School Trips At Lurgan Junior High School trips are regarded as powerful and positive teaching tools that help to enhance the social personal cognitive and emotional development of our pupils School trips provide unique opportunities for learning by seeing and doing The extra stimulation in a new environment can be beneficial to teaching life skills and improving independence Ski trip to Ehrwald January 2021 Austria and Germany A week long trip with 4 hours of ski tuition each day is planned for 2021 Pupils will visit the top of the Zugspitze the highest mountain in Germany which offers fantastic breath taking views By the end of the week most beginners will become competent skiers and will have medals to prove it Other planned trips include Liverpool Trip Anfield A trip to Liverpool is planned for April 2020 Pupils will travel via Dublin and North Wales to Liverpool and this will include an overnight stay in Liverpool The highlight of the trip will include match tickets to Anfield with seats in the Kop to see Liverpool play in the Premier League Scotland Trip In the last week of June Year 10s will have a day trip to M D s Scotland s Theme Park in Glasgow to experience a wide range of unlimited rides This is an excellent way to celebrate 3 successful years at Lurgan JHS 2020 PROSPECTUS Barcelona Trip After a successful trip in 2018 a return weeklong Football and Rugby tour is planned for October 2020 As part of the tour boys will have the opportunity to test themselves against local opposition Incorporated into the week will be a tour of Barcelona s famous Nou Camp Stadium a sightseeing tour of Barcelona City Centre and a trip to the famous PortAventura theme park all this whilst staying at a 4 star hotel complete with outdoor swimming pool and slide complex Hockey Tour In February 2020 Year 9 and 10 hockey players will travel on tour to Co Meath to play teams from the Republic of Ireland Pupils will stay at Newgrange Lodge a location which overlooks some of Ireland s most fascinating heritage sites in the heart of the Boyne Valley Whilst there pupils will enjoy bowling and a range of outdoor activities at Funtasia This no doubt will be a fantastic opportunity for our pupils to compete against other teams in a new sporting arena 23

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Lurgan Youth Annexe Lurgan Youth Annexe is an Education Authority Youth Centre situated at Lurgan Junior High School The Youth Annexe is managed by the full time Youth Worker who has responsibility for its daily operations and financial administration Part time staff and volunteers assist in the planning and facilitation of programmes for pupils in Lurgan JHS and for other young people aged 8 who reside in South Lurgan The Annexe is a safe place for young people where they can develop positive relationships and receive support from a dedicated team of staff and volunteers The Youth Annexe s vision is to inspire children and young people in south Lurgan to fulfil their potential By offering support to children in Lurgan JHS and young people across the geographical area it provides staff and volunteers with increased opportunities to build strong and meaningful relationships based on trust and acceptance Programmes that Lurgan JHS can avail of include Sept 2019 June 2020 Senior Youth Club Detached Youth work Yr 8 Tuesday 6 30pm 9 00pm Extended Provision Yr8 Wednesdays 3 6pm Fridays 4 7pm and 7 10pm Sunday 3 6pm and 6 9pm Dates for the Summer Scheme are published on the Youth Annexe and LJHS Facebook Pages at the beginning of the Spring term The annual Summer Scheme which takes place at the beginning of July provides young people with a range of fun activities which promotes learning and participation One of the main highlights of the summer programme in 2019 was the New Beginnings residential in Shannaghmore aimed at supporting pupils moving from primary to post primary education The pupils participation in the project encourage them to develop new relationships and explore some of the changes they may face in a new school setting Other projects offered by The Youth Annexe include Outdoor Pursuits Aiming High Awards Cultural Identity Summer Scheme Dance Drama Arts and Crafts and residential teambuilding experiences The Youth Annexe staff and volunteer team work to develop positive and meaningful relationships with the Lurgan JHS pupils when they meet weekly 24 2020 PROSPECTUS

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Girls Uniform compulsory as per list Blazer Navy with maroon trim and school badge Skirt Grey with 2 front pleats maroon navy and white plaid Blouse White Tie School colours Socks Grey with 2 maroon bands Tights Navy these will be compulsory on return from Halloween break until end of Term 2 Sweater Grey V necked compulsory Shoes Black flat heeled black laces no sling backs Coat Navy outdoor coat NO HOODIES UNDER BLAZERS AT ANY TIME Physical Education Uniform PE Top White T shirt Skort Maroon Socks Maroon Trainers Non marking soles LJHS Track Bottoms Navy LJHS Hoody Navy Mouth Shin Guards Compulsory Team Players can wear school tracksuits with badges to matches Uniform Supplier SD Kells Lurgan Menary Bros limited stock due to retirement Maxwells of Lurgan PE Supplier The Gordon Group Lurgan Online Orders www thegordongroup co uk 26 2020 PROSPECTUS

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Boys Uniform compulsory as per list Blazer Navy with maroon trim and school badge Trousers Grey same as skirt Shirt White Tie School colours Socks Grey Sweater Grey v necked compulsory Shoes Black leather sturdy shoes Coat Navy outdoor coat NO HOODIES UNDER BLAZERS AT ANY TIME Physical Education Uniform INDOOR PE Top Shorts Socks Trainers Navy T shirt Navy indoor and outdoor White ankle socks Non marking soles OUTDOOR Rugby Shirt Navy Shorts Navy Socks Navy Team Players can wear school tracksuits with badges to matches Mouth Shin Guards Football Boots Rugby Boots Compulsory Uniform Supplier SD Kells Lurgan PE Supplier Donaghy s of Banbridge 2020 PROSPECTUS 27

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School Contact Details Telephone 028 3832 3243 Fax 028 3832 7823 Email agraham013 c2kni net Principal s Secretary www ljhs co uk Facebook Lurgan jhs