Straw working was once a great skill in Orkney and numerous objects were made for the farmhouse.
Crafting the Curriculum
Recognise the courage of children & young people #ClimateStrike
“It is important that when children and young people take these peaceful and powerful actions, they are not silenced, discouraged or punished.” Bruce Adamson
Modern Apprenticeship in Plumbing and Heating
Spaces are open to applications from anyone aged 16 and over for the Modern Apprenticeship in Plumbing and Heating programme, including existing employees and new recruits of plumbing firms.
Creating & Caring For Treescapes
“This is an exciting opportunity for children, and their teachers to investigate the contribution of trees in learning for sustainability”
UHI “distinctive and inclusive model of delivery” Gets a Thumbs Up from Students
88% of University of the Highlands and Islands respondents agreed they were able to access the resources they needed for their course during the pandemic,
Kate Edger #OnThisDay
On the 11th of July 1877, Kate Edger graduated with a BA in Latin and Mathematics from the University of New Zealand.
‘A Song In Stone’
A brand new learning resource developed by Forest and Land Scotland in partnership with Historic Environment Scotland and Kilmartin Museum,
ME Training Module For Health Professionals ‘dispels the myths’
“I think what this does is it really places M.E in the scientific knowledge we have about the condition.”
Building the STEM Ambassador Network in Orkney
STEM Ambassadors are volunteers who go into local schools, colleges and youth and community groups to support learning.
Energy Transition Scholarships
The University of Aberdeen is offering scholarships in Masters programmes related to the energy transition worth a combined £46,400, funded by the energy company Total.
