Two of our senior history pupils had the opportunity to visit Auschwitz with Mrs Greig today as part of the #lessonsfromauschwitz project. They’ve got lots to reflect on as they pass their learning on to other pupils at Holy Rood!

Over 30 of Holy Rood RC HS S6s at 7am this morning having spent the night sleeping out on George St. They’re raising money and awareness for youth homelessness. #rocktrust

Home learning isn’t just written work. Here’s a list of documentaries which will enhance your Social Subjects knowledge! Pay attention to the info about suitability. The document is also on sharepoint where you’ll find a new one each week. Holy Rood RC HS

Some top-tips for learning and being at home! 📚🏡 Do: ✅Take regular breaks 🌄 ✅ Stay hydrated 🥤 ✅ Plan your home learning 🗓️ ✅ Read/Listen to books to relax 📖 Avoid: ❌Too much Social Media 📱 ❌ Sleeping in too late 🛌 ❌ Lots of screen time 💻 Be Nice Too! 🙂

#StayHome and Learn about the Aftermath of WWI with Dan Snow | History H... youtu.be/eDrG83mR9CU via YouTube

Daily History lessons with Dan Snow #StayHome and watch here! | History Hit LI... youtu.be/ozx8E8CJHzs via YouTube

S1 and S2 pupils - check your school email for information on Home Learning from Social Subjects. #StayAtHomeAndStaySafe #TeamSocialSubjects

S4 and S5 - If you are think about taking Higher or Nat 5 in any social subject next year we have some preparation work on sharepoint for you to access after Easter. Simple chose the faculties section of sharepoint, select Social Subjects (Senior Phase) and choose your course.

Current S5s - The Preparing for Advanced Higher History folder is now available on sharepoint! Holy Rood RC HS

An interesting article for our Higher History pupils! bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotla…

Good Morning Everyone. Welcome back after what we hope was a relaxing Easter break. Reminder for pupils to check their emails & Teams for latest updates from teachers. Any questions, get in touch! Have a great week! 🙂 #TeamHolyRood

If you enjoy horrible histories, check out home school history for 15 minute history lessons! You can listen online or on the BBC Sounds app. bbc.co.uk/programmes/m00…

Tomorrow is VE Day! If you’re wondering what it’s all about, here’s a really helpful article from BBC Newsround bbc.co.uk/newsround/4820…

History pupils, you’ll find some messages from your teachers on Teams and Sharepoint

HWB Update 🗣 As it currently stands (on Strava only), pupils & staff have so far collectively achieved an amazing 158 miles! Fantastic effort, keep going 🚴🏃‍♀️👏 #TeamHolyRood #EveryMileCounts Great to also see so many pupils getting involved with the Kahoot/Question of Sport😁

Here’s a revision advent calendar for our Higher History pupils. Revise one sub topic or factor each day for 15 mins (create a flash card, mind map or ask someone at home to quiz you). Then colour each bauble as you complete them. Send us your finished calendar on Teams! 🎅

IMMERSIVE READER is an amazing tool, built into many of the office365 apps, to help learners overcome a range of reading difficulties. Watch the short videos below to see how it works & give it a go! 📖 📚 Word Documents - youtu.be/KVlXk3BsLVE Teams - youtu.be/d2SDCdJw6Gg

Today is Holocaust Memorial Day. And while we wont be remembering it together in our tutor groups this year, you can watch this short video to remind you why we mark this day and to find out how you can take part. youtu.be/MRtXkEsW73s #LightTheDarkness #HolocaustMemorialDay

Today we commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day & all those affected by genocide. #Edinburghschoollibrarians#DailyChallenge today includes activities you yourselves can do & readings from authors who shed light in darkness. Keep well & happy, keep reading: tinyurl.com/y56pe6eu

This week is 'Welcome to your vote week. Anyone aged 15 or over can register. Anyone aged 16 or older on May 6th can vote in the Scottish Parliament elections. Register to vote at gov.uk/register-to-vo… #registertovote #welcometoyourvote Electoral Commission Holy Rood Modern