At the end of the first full week for pupils, the school is (almost) back to the normal routine. Some timetable problems are still being ironed out and one or two seniors are still undecided about courses. However, in the main, it is ‘business as usual’.

At this week’s assemblies, the theme was ‘we are all in this together’, it is our school and we all have a part to play in its success. Given the financial constraints facing all aspects of our lives, I have asked the pupils to use resources carefully, for example, not to waste paper or lose text books. I am sure by working together we can have a successful and enjoyable year.

During the S5/6 assembly it was a great pleasure to share the summary of the examination results with the pupils. These results provide the pupils with an excellent basis for continued success.

The S1 pupils are settling in well and, thanks to the S6 ‘buddies’, very few have become lost when moving around the school.

Best wishes.

JB Craig