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Firrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastRRS Series 24/25: Andrew WelfordIn this episode Article 24 of the UNCRC is discussed by published author and teacher Andrew Welford He discusses the work of eco committees in schools #eco #maths #teaching #UNCRC 2024-10-0820 min
Music Maps Podcast24 - Josef K - Scottish Post Punk with Johnnie Johnston (Edinburgh)Join us as we take a deep dive into the Scottish post-punk scene, Postcard Records & C81 as we explore the history of cult band Josef K. Josef K met at Firrhill High School in Edinburgh & music brought them together with punk quickly becoming a key influence following the iconic The Clash gig at Edinburgh Playhouse in May of 1977. Another band which become a key influence were Subway Sect who joined The Clash on that bill. They soon develop their distinctive sound with 2 rhythm guitars & no lead. A few gigs with fut...2024-08-1453 minMusic Maps Podcast24 - Josef K - Scottish Post Punk with Johnnie Johnston (Edinburgh)Join us as we take a deep dive into the Scottish post-punk scene, Postcard Records & C81 as we explore the history of cult band Josef K. Josef K met at Firrhill High School in Edinburgh & music brought them together with punk quickly becoming a key influence following the iconic The Clash gig at Edinburgh Playhouse in May of 1977. Another band which become a key influence were Subway Sect who joined The Clash on that bill. They soon develop their distinctive sound with 2 rhythm guitars & no lead. A few gigs with fut...2024-08-1453 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastSeries 23/24 Episode 3: Amy BrownTo highlight International Women’s Day at Firrhill High School the pupils are delighted to interview their teacher and our colleague Amy Brown. With a focus on articles 2 & 34 of the UNCRC, this episode explores schools work towards supporting Gender Equality in local and wider contexts2024-03-2112 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastSeries 23/24 Episode 2: James McEnaneyThe pupils interview educational journalist and author James McEnaney2023-12-1425 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastSeries 23/24 Episode 1: Elaine C SmithElaine C Smith meets the pupils to talk education and diversity in schools and in the arts and entertainment sectors2023-10-3032 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastWelcome to FirrhillSearch: ‘Firrhill High Edinburgh ‘ or Find us on instagram: Firrhill podcast or twitter @firrhillrrsa2023-06-2100 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastRRS Series 22/23: We catch up with our teachers Ms Sarah Kerr & Mr Rory Murray on RRS in school 🇺🇳In this our final episode of the season we interview the two staff team driving RRS in Firrhill High School and ask them their motivations for supporting rights under articles 4 and 15!2023-06-1919 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastRRS Series 22/23 Alice Clegg discusses rights through tales of her fascinating upbringingThe podcast team meet Alice Clegg a depute head teacher whose career in education and experiences of school and family showcase her support for inclusion and promotion of diversity2023-04-2012 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastRRS Series 22/23 Francis Bestley from UNICEF Uk 🇺🇳 discusses Rights Respecting SchoolsThe podcast team travel to UNICEF’s UK HQ in London to interview Francis Bestley - who has led the UNICEF RRS campaign over the last few years. Frances discusses the campaign and her career in promoting child rights⭐️⭐️2023-03-2216 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastRRS Series 22/23: Social Media Star and former Firrhill pupil Andrew Thomson meets the team!With millions of Social media followers, Andrew tells us how access to pursue ones interests can unlock a whole new career. Like a TikTok video, Andrew gets straight to the point and talks about his freedom of expression, how it all started with the help from his grandparents and how you can monetise your interests. Is content creation a young persons right that is now a profession ?2023-02-0307 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastJonny Else is a Depute Headteacher whose lifelong passion for supporting children we explore todayJonny and the podcast team use articles 28 and 42 of the UNCRC - that all children, young people and adults should know about the UNCRC as the basis of a discussion around modern approaches to diversity and inclusion in schools, his own early career motivations and how he juggles his work to support colleagues drive equalities in school2023-01-1617 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastRRS Series 22/23: Olympic Champion Jen Dodds on UNCRC Article 31: the right to join in on SportsTodays guest is the Gold Medallist And Professional Curler Jen Dodds. Jen opens up on the mental challenges she faced in her journey and how she overcame them to reach the pinnacle of her sport 🥌 A Truly inspirational role model ❤️2022-11-1612 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastRRS Series 22/23: Working to support and increase rights in Scotland today with Katie HorsburghTodays guest is Katie Horsburgh, an ex- Firrhill high pupil who is now very involved in supporting rights.
This episode is revolved around article 12, the right to have the views of the child respected and article 39, the right to recovery from trauma and reintegration. Katie delves into her career where she has already supported and promoted increasing rights in many ways for the benefit of many in society2022-11-0725 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastRRS Series 22/23: How Schools can and Outdoor Ed does support Children’s Rights with Ross IsdaleFollowing a career in insurance Ross Isdale decided on teaching and never looked back. His current role is Depute Headteacher at Firrhill High School. His motivations for teaching are one focus of our discussion revolving around supporting and educating young people. Ross discusses his reasons for his career move, his volunteer outreach work with the Scouts and Outward Bound and his youthful days following Scottish bands.2022-09-2216 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastRRS Series 21/22: Leading on Children’s Rights with the Scottish Minister for Children Clare HaugheyMinister for Children and Young People in the Scottish Government - Clare Haughey MSP joins us for the last episode in this years series. Ms Haughey discusses her role and responsibilities and her own motivations2022-04-1210 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastRRS Series 21/22: Fulfil our Potential with Anna Vincenti ⚽️Welcome back to our podcast where this week we are delighted to welcome Former Firrhill pupil Anna Vincenti. Anna became a Skier, then a Boxer and now is a Professional footballer after coming through serious injury.
This episode with Anna will focus on article 6 of the UN rights of the child.
- Article 6 states that Governments must do all they can to make sure that children survive and develop to their full potential.2022-03-0106 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastRRS Series 21/22: Developing Children’s Personalities and Talents with Mr Jon Edwards 🏴In this episode we welcome the wonderfully talented Jon Edwards to talk around Article 29 of the 🇺🇳UNCRC which says that a child’s education should help their mind, body and talents be the best they can. It should also build their respect for other people and our world🌏2022-02-0810 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastRRS Series 21/22: Implementing the rights of the child with Scotland’s CYPC Bruce Adamson 🇳🇿🏴In this episode we welcome Bruce Adamson to discuss Article 4 of the UNCRC - the implementation of the Convention. The article states Governments must do all they can to make sure every child can enjoy their rights. We speak to Bruce about his part to play in this as well as his own youth growing up in New Zealand, how he became Scotland’s Children and Young People’s Commissioner, as well as the importance of working with Government in developing child rights2022-01-1810 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastRRS Series 21/22: The educational experience with Mr HamiltonHello, welcome to the Firrhill Right Respecting Schools podcast series for this year run by our RSS student group. Our next guest is the Headteacher of Firrhill High School Mr Graham Hamilton. In this episode, which relates to Articles 28 and 29 of the UN convention of the right of the child which are on rights and aims of education, we ask Mr Hamilton about two journeys- our schools RRS journey so far ..and also about his personal educational journey of nearly 50 years.2021-12-0916 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastRRS Series 2021/22: Growing up playing music with Mr CourtneyHello, welcome to the Firrhill Right Respecting Schools podcast series for this year run by our RSS group students. Our next guest is one of our Music teachers Mr Tony Courtney who will be telling us about his passion for music growing up.
This relates to Article 13 of the UN convention of the right of the child which is the right to Freedom of Expression - Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions2021-10-0510 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastRRS Series 2021/22: South African beats with Ms MastersHello, welcome to the Firrhill Right Respecting Schools podcast series for this year run by our RSS group students. Our next guest is our PSO Emily Masters who will be telling us about South African music she grew up listening to.
This relates to Article 30 of the UN convention of the right of the child which is: Every child has the right to learn and the language, customs and religion of their family wether or not the are shared by the majority of the people in the country where they live.2021-09-0210 minFirrhill Rights Respecting Schools podcastRRS Series 2021/22: Soca music with Ms KupiszHello, welcome to the Firrhill Right Respecting Schools podcast series for this year run by our RSS group students. Our first guest is Miss Kupisz who will be telling us about soca music
This relates to Article 30 of the UN convention of the right of the child which is: Every child has the right to learn and the language, customs and religion of their family wether or not the are shared by the majority of the people in the country where they live
This ties in with how soca music is not widely known about or recognised by many people.2021-08-2612 min