The Royal Highland Education Trust (RHET)

Wishing everyone in our community a Merry Christmas! 🎄 🤶 🎅 🎁

If you missed our Meet the Veg live sessions last week, you can now catch up anytime! All episodes — each paired with a fun, linked story — are now available on our website. 🥕 Watch and enjoy here: rhet.org.uk/teachers/pro... #MeetTheVeg #FoodEducation #CfE #EarlyLearning #FarmToFork

The RHET Festive Learning Pack is full of ideas including sustainable reindeer dust, festive stories and simple recipes , its bursting with opportunities to engage early, first and second level learners. 👉 Check it out rhet.org.uk/document/fes... #FestiveLearning #SustainableChristmas

Next week is National Tree Week, discover the many career paths that connect people and trees. 🌳 Join The Tree Council for an online session: 📅 Monday 24 November 2025 🕕 6:00–7:00 PM GMT 💻 Zoom Register here: www.tickettailor.com/events/thetr... @thetreecouncil.bsky.social

The Farmers Choir hits the stage on 29 Nov to raise funds for RHET! 🎶 Win raffle prizes like luxury hampers, afternoon tea, a glamping weekend, a pedal tractor, local potatoes & more. Grab your ticket now! 🎟️👇 rhet.org.uk/choirtickets

Our early/first level ‘Meet the Veg!’ sessions are live next week! Tune in with your class at 11am Monday through to Friday to get involved. As well as the live session, we have a set of ‘Meet the Veg’ stories to share for classroom use. rhet.org.uk/teachers/pro... #MeetTheVeg #FoodEducation

It won’t be long before the Farmers Choir hits the stage to raise funds for the work we do — and tickets are almost gone! Grab yours now before it’s too late! 🎟️👇 rhet.org.uk/choirtickets

Explore a new resource highlighting careers across Scotland’s food and drink sector. Created by the Scotland Food & Drink Partnership, it takes you from dairy parlour to butcher’s counter — and from marketing to reformulation — bringing lessons to life. See more ➡️ bit.ly/StAndrewsLamb

Wild game isn’t just delicious — it supports wildlife management, reduces food miles and connects us to the countryside. This British Game Week, learn more about wild game: www.eatwild.co #BritishGameWeek #EatLocal #FoodEducation

There’s no classroom quite like the countryside 🌾 This #OutdoorLearningDay, we’re connecting teachers and learners to the land through farm visits and hands-on training. Discover how outdoor learning can inspire your next lesson 👇 rhet.org.uk/teachers/ #LearningOutsideTheClassroom #FarmToFork

Teachers — bring food education to your classroom with our *Meet the Veg* online sessions! 🥕 Perfect for Early & First Level learners — discover how farmers grow different veggies! 📅 W/C 17 Nov — book a 30-min session today and meet some special veggies 🥦 👉 rhet.org.uk/teachers/pro...

Shh…. 🤫 We know its early but we’ve had lots of requests for our festive learning pack. Filled with ideas including sustainable reindeer dust, stories and a festive hamper, it's bursting with opportunities to engage early, first and second level learners. 👉 Check it out rhet.org.uk/document/fes...

Soil: Often overlooked, but vital to life! 🌱 We've pulled together a bunch of fun and educational RHET resources all about soil — perfect for level 2 learners. 👉 Dive in, get your hands dirty (figuratively!), and tell us what you think! rhet.org.uk/teachers/pro... #SoilMatters #RHETResources

It won’t be long before the Farmers Choir hits the stage to raise funds for the work we do — and tickets are almost gone! 👀 Grab yours now before it’s too late, and help support RHET! 🎟️👇 rhet.org.uk/choirtickets

Join our RHET Forth Valley coordinator as she visits Arnprior Farm and discover more about pumpkins and on farm diversification with your second level learners. Find out more: bit.ly/4mLbNQ0 #pumpkins

🍂 Looking for a fun challenge this October break? Check out our Autumn Challenge Sheet and discover exciting outdoor things to do in your local area! 🍁 rhet.org.uk/2025/10/01/a...

Did you know Scotland’s October break — the Tattie Holidays — began as time off for kids to help harvest potatoes? 🥔 Though now it’s family time the name reflects our muddy, hardworking roots and the community spirit of generations past. #TattieHolidays #ScottishTraditions #ScotlandInAutumn

🍂 Autumn is here, and so are some incredible fresh local veggies! Discover what's in season and explore the STEM behind how it's grown with our seasonal calendar! Suitable for second and third level learners: rhet.org.uk/document/dis... #WorldEnvironmentalEducationDay #SeasonalEating #LocalProduce

Join us for an unforgettable evening! RHET presents The Farmers Choir. 📅 Saturday 29th November 📍 RBS Gogarburn, Edinburgh Come along for a relaxed, feel-good night of music and community – we’d love to see you there! Tickets: rhet.org.uk/choirtickets #FarmersChoir #RHET #LiveMusic #EdinburghEvents

We are delighted to be able to offer a number of Gaelic first level learning resources linked to sheep farming, thanks to Stòrlann Nàiseanta Na Gàidhlig: rhet.org.uk/document/mee... Please get in touch if there are any other Gaelic resources you would like to see! #gaelic

📬 Keep an eye on your inbox — our fresh new look volunteer newsletter is landing in the next few days! You won’t want to miss what’s inside! #VolunteerUpdate #ComingSoon #StayConnected

Join us for our daily live "Meet the Veg" fun, interactive online sessions at 11am, for early and first level learners running throughout the week beginning 17th November including engaging activities to try out in your classroom. rhet.org.uk/teachers/pro... #digitallearning #STEMNation

Check out this amazing first harvest from Borrowfield Primary! 🌱 It's incredible what can be grown in primary school grounds — such a brilliant achievement! 👏🍎 See more: rhet.org.uk/2025/09/25/i... #SchoolGarden #GrowYourOwn #OutdoorLearning

Register your first and second level classes now to get involved with the RHET Vegetable Orchestra in November. Get creative and take part in our 25/26 Vegetable Orchestra challenge, exploring sound using everyday vegetables. rhet.org.uk/teachers/pro...

The pupils at Borrowfield Primary have been getting stuck into their school garden and loving it! Check out the first in a series of updates straight from the pupils themselves to see what they’ve been growing and learning. Read more: rhet.org.uk/2025/09/08/b... #Lfsforall #growyourown

If you’ve not done it yet, best hurry and claim your free pea seeds, plant them with your second level learners, and bring measurement and data recording to life using our engaging learning pack. rhet.org.uk/teachers/pro... #STEMNation @stemedscot.bsky.social

Stay in the know! Be the first to hear about exciting training, events, and resources focused on food, farming, and countryside education. Catch up on past newsletters and make sure you're signed up for the next one – don’t miss out! bit.ly/4mFOOH4

Join us for our daily live "Meet the Veg" fun, interactive online sessions at 11am, for early and first level learners running throughout the week beginning 17th November including engaging activities to try out in your classroom. rhet.org.uk/teachers/pro... #digitallearning #STEMNation

🎶 RHET presents The Farmers Choir 🎶 📍 RBS Gogarburn, Edinburgh 🗓️ Sat 29 Nov Enjoy an evening of music while supporting our work connecting young people with food, farming & the countryside. ✨ Tickets £35 → www.tickettailor.com/events/thero...

RHET Highland is looking for a self-employed Project Assistant (North Highlands) to help inspire young people about food, farming and the countryside. ✨ Part-time & flexible (approx. 240 hrs/year) ✨ Support school visits & volunteers ✨ Create hands-on learning experiences rhet.org.uk/vacancies/

NEW & FREE Resource! 👀 🙌 Discover the environmental benefits of eating fresh, seasonal produce, some of the STEM involved in producing our food and try out our monthly recipes with our FREE to download second level classroom calendar. rhet.org.uk/document/dis... @stemedscot.bsky.social

RHET Lothian are officially launching of our national Stories of Vegetables project in Holyrood park! All schools can get involved in discovering vegetables in their grounds and classrooms! Big thanks to Stewart Trailers for gifting the mobile classroom rhet.org.uk/teachers/pro... #vision2030

🥛 New Resource Alert! 🥛 Our Data on the Dairy Farm pack (Level 3) supports Numeracy & Maths through real-world farming. Build skills + confidence in decision-making. 👉 rhet.org.uk/teachers/pro... #STEMNation @stemedscot.bsky.social

🍏 Apple STEM Training for Teachers 🍏 Scotland-wide sessions this Sept! Have 8+ staff? We’ll bring a 1.5hr workshop to your school — or join us in Edinburgh on 24 Sept, 6–7.30pm. 👉 Book: rhet.org.uk/teachers/car... #STEMnation #Target2030

🌱 RHET Highland is recruiting 2 Project Assistants (North & South Highland regions). Support schools, volunteers & farmers to help young people learn about food, farming & the countryside. 🗓 Apply by 8 Sept 2025 ➡️ rhet.org.uk/vacancies/

Claim your free pea seeds, plant them with your second level learners, and bring measurement and data recording to life using our engaging learning pack. rhet.org.uk/teachers/pro... @edscotsciences.bsky.social #STEMNation #growyourown

Spark discussion and develop communication skills in your first and second level learners with our simple and fun vegetable tasting activities. Support Snack-tember with our pick up and go resource! rhet.org.uk/teachers/pro... @nutritionorguk.bsky.social #healthyeating #lfsforall #snack-tember

🍎 Apple Day Teacher Training 🍎 Scotland teachers – we’re bringing fun, hands-on Apple Day sessions to you! Got 8+ staff? We’ll come to your school, or join us in Edinburgh on 24 Sept. ✅ Apple smoothies ✅ Mini nature bioblitz ✅ Science of pectin 👉 Book here: rhet.org.uk/teachers/car...

🥕 We’re excited to launch The Story of Vegetables — a Big Ideas Project that uses veggies as a lens to explore food, culture, health, and sustainability Want to get involved? 📌 Bookmark us and stay tuned for resources, activities, and more! rhet.org.uk/teachers/pro...

🌱 RHET Highland is recruiting 2 Project Assistants (North & South Highland regions). Support schools, volunteers & farmers to help young people learn about food, farming & the countryside. 🗓 Apply by 8 Sept 2025 ➡️ rhet.org.uk/vacancies/

We're a charity, and every donation — big or small — helps us bring farm visits, classroom talks, and hands-on learning experiences to young people and teachers across Scotland. 🌱 If you're able to support our work, we'd be incredibly grateful. rhet.org.uk/campaigns/ke...

🎉 Thanks to funding from Sustain, RHET & RNCI are excited to be delivering class talks across Moray and in and around Inverness! Not based nearby? No problem — our Give Peas a Chance! project resources are free to download for all schools across Scotland. Learn more: bit.ly/4l4TlB0

As the new term approaches, why not get a head start? ✏️ Sign up for our teacher newsletter and be the first to know about upcoming events like Talk to a Farmer and discover new ready-to-use classroom resources. ➡️ bit.ly/40IupIo

Did you know we rely on an amazing network of volunteers to help deliver farm visits, classroom talks, and food & farming days? 🚜 If you're passionate about sharing the story of Scottish food production, we’d love to hear from you! Get involved 👉 rhet.org.uk/volunteers/

We're hiring! RHET is looking for a Project Co-ordinator(s) in Dumfries & Galloway to help young people learn about farming & the countryside. Part-time, self-employed. Apply by 15 Aug 2025. Info: www.rhet.org.uk/vacancies

We're excited to share this opportunity from RNCI! They’re currently looking for an Education Assistant to help deliver their work across Aberdeen City/Shire and Moray. Interested? Find out more here: www.facebook.com/RoyalNorther...