On Saturday, 4 teams from Kincorth Academy competed in the Regonal finals of the Scottish Schools Gymnastics Championships. There were 2 levels in the competition and Kincorth Academy took GOLD in both events!

Winning teams were:

Level 1 - Jennifer Whitehead, Chloe Craig, Melissa Stewart, Samantha Merchant

Level 2 - Zoe Gove, Naomi Gray, Alanah Crouch, Hannah Park

Also competing and performing very well were: Amy Lowden, Lisa Brazendale, Caroline Barbour, Jordanne Cooper,Amy Boyne and Shannon Adams.

Congratulations to the winning teams who now qualify for the National Finals in March.

A special thanks to Alice Lennox for her assistance and to Sammy Kirk for her assistance and competing at short notice.

KINCORTH 2 BUCKIE 0

In extremely foggy conditions Kincorth Seniors battled to an excellent win in this 2nd round Scottish Cup tie. A first half goal from DANIEL REID, and a second half goal from MARTYN COULL sealed an excellent win. The winner of Charleston Academy (Inverness) or Banff awaits us in the next round.

The boys were trailing 3 - 2 at halftime but after a magnificant fightback won through to the 3rd round of the Scottish Cup. The boys behaviour from start to finish, on the pitch and off was tremendous. Two goals from Craig Johnston, and one each from Johnny McVey and Scott Cowper was enough to see off a very good Milnes High School team. The boys were congratulated by all involved with Milnes HS regarding their spirit and endeavour.

Sir Ian Wood launches The Youth and Philanthropy Initiative at Kincorth Academy

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Heacteacher Retires

Today saw Kincorth Academy Headteacher, Hugh Bryce, retire from the school after eight years at the top. Staff and pupils alike send their best wishes to Hugh for a long and happy retirement. More info here

Peru trip returns

Welcome back to all the staff and pupils who have been on the Peru Trip. We are happy to report the trip was a huge success. Follow the link here to view the pictures.

Bridge Building with Petrofac

A group of pupils today traveled to Petrofac to compete in the annual Bridge BUilding contest. The group of S3 pupils have spent the past few weeks designing and building model bridges. They were the tested to destruction. See press story here.

Pupils Energise their future

A group of pupils from the Design and Technology Dept Visited an oil and gas event designed to raise their awareness of career opportunities within the industry. Pupils, and staff, had a thoroughly enjoyable and informative day.

P7 Visits

A special welcome to all our P7 visitors during their two day visit. We look forward to seeing you full tim in August.

Kincorth Academy Awards Ceremony

The school's annual award ceremony takes place tonight (Monday) at the AECC. Well done to all students involved in collecting an award this year.

New Enterprise webpage launched

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Kincorth Academy Scoops Top Award

Kincorth Academy has lifted the John Stodter trophy for the second time. Last night head teacher Hugh Bryce received the award for the outstanding partnership formed between the school and its industry partner, Petrofac Facilities Management. The award judges recognized the partnership's achievements of the past 10 years.

When he left the City Council, Mr Stodter asked for donations which could be used to purchase a trophy for the ACE Awards, instead of a gift for himself. Scottish artist Mike Cairncross created a Portsoy marble sculpture that will be held by Kincorth Academy for a year.

NEW TIMETABLE

The Timetable for 2008/09 starts today after another successful Activities Week and Induction Days.

Publicity material and details for purchasing tickets for the above show in Edinburgh can now be found on the Acoustic Music Centre Website – www.acousticmusiccentre.co.uk

Simply click on list of shows / week three (18th – 24th August) / “An Escape that Tangles”. If buyers would purchase tickets through the box office at AMC (0131 – 346 – 1405) that would be preferable to online purchases, as the Fringe office takes a commission on all sales – whereas AMC do not. Prices - £8 and £5 concession.

The performance venue is the same as the last time KATAPULT visited the Fringe – this being due to the fact that the operators’ were impressed with our company. However, this is a big (ish) venue of 350 seats, if these are empty! Please pass on the word. If you can be there at some point it would be hugely appreciated.

We're back online!!

After a long absence - we are finally back - keep checking back for regular updates.

Debating

Congratulations to Ashley Sutherland & Stephanie Dobbie from the school debating team who are through to the 2nd round of the Law society of Scotland's school debating tournement.

They competed against teams from Strathallan School in Perth and High School of Dundee. The judges decided that both High School of Dundee and Kincorth Academy were worthy of places in the second round of the tournement.

On the evening there was also a floor debating competition, with that being won by Krisstopher Melvin - also of Kincorth Academy.

Children in Need

Kincorth Academy raised £810 for Children In Need! The money was raised by having a penalty shoot out, tuck shop and allowing pupils and staff to dress as they please.

One pupil raised £135.50 by being sponsored to come to school in her pyjamas.

Final Victory for Under 13s

Kincorth Academy under 13s have lifted the Green Final Trophy again having beat St Machar Academy. Special mention was made to S1 pupil Ewan Morgan who was described in the press as " a constant thorn in St Machar's side and showed good finishing in front of goal when he had a chance."

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Ticket sales in the music department
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On Thursday = 12.45 pm
On Friday = 10.20 am = 12.45 pm

Price £3.00 adult £2.00 Child or email
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S4 Award

Kincorth Academy continues to promote positive behaviour by rewarding S4 pupils who have performed well in class. Click on the photo on the right to view Lewis enjoying a trip down the River Dee in a Kayak.The sharp eyed of you may spot Kincorth Academy in the background!

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Gomel Guest Arrives

A familiar face from our partner school in Belarus arrived at Kincorth Academy today as part of the ongoing twin school partnership. "Stas" is to spend the week attending classes with our Senior pupils and gaining an insight into traditional Scottish Christmas festivities!

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Paul Lawrie swings past!

Kincorth Academy had a visit from former "Open" Golf Champion Paul Lawrie. Paul was here to present 5 of our senior boys with their Sports Leader Awards. It is hoped that by getting some of the pupils to do the Sports Leader Award pupils will be able to administer and generate golf within the school and even some of the feeder primary schools. Paul commented "It is also an excellent award to go through from a personal point of view for the pupils."

Dance Success!

Kincorth Academy Senior Student Katie Armstrong has won the best dancer award at the Royal Academy of Dance Scottish Awards.

To win the coveted prize in the advanced ballet section, Katie competed against dancers from all over Scotland.

After winning the award Katie said, "I spend most of my spare time in the studio. I love to watch dancing and really enjoy performing. I find it a really good way to express yourself.

"This year I plan on auditioning for some top London dance schools, in the future I would love to perform ballet on stage."

Mexican Mania!

Kincorth Academy has gone all Mexican thanks to the kitchen staff who provided a great range of Mexican food today. As well as preparing Mexican food they decorated the dining area and dressed up in Mexican dress - what a great effort ladies!! Click photo to enlarge.

Football Success

Kincorth Academy's Senior football team are through to the Fourth Round of the Scottish Cup after a 4-1 victory against Thurso High School. Pictured to right is fifth year student Craig Phillips who scored two goals in the match.

Children in Need

Dress as you please, concert and various fundraising on Friday raised £1100 for Children in Need. Follow link for photos. more>>

Oilsim Success

Mathew Murray, Teri Sutherland and Pilippa Howitt will be attending a presentation at Harlaw Academy today to collect a third prize in the "Oilsim Competition" between Aberdeen Schools. Well done!

S4 Estimate Exams

This year's S4 Estimate Exams run from 27th November. Full exam timetable can be downloaded here.

Higher Drama's Powerful Message

Last night saw a performance by this year's Higher Drama class. The class performed two pieces to great acclaim from an appreciative audience. These pupils demonstrated great talent and enthusiasm and look forward to watching them develop during this year.

Football team heads North

Kincorth Academy's Senior football team has drawn a their next Scottish cup match, away at Thurso. A lengthy train journey and a overnight stay lies ahead of the boys on Monday 13th Nov.

Kincorth pupils meet First Minister

Scotland's first minister was put on the spot by Aberdeen youngsters, including representatives from Kincorth Academy.

Around 200 youngsters quizzed Jack McConnell on a wide range of issues - from his views on the Iraq war to which celebrities he would take to a desert island. Discipline in schools was a hot topic for senior secondary pupils at the event.

Kincorth Academy's Kimberley Robb asked if he supported the prime minister's decision to go to war in Iraq, he said he was "broadly sympathetic" towards the main objective. "I had always been an absolute opponent of Saddam Hussein," he said. "One of the world's most evil men had to go."