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An Open Letter To The Community
Dear all, …the cycle continues until there comes a day when there is no secondary education on Tiree I have been a member of the Parent Council and PTA for the last decade. The one issue that has consistently risen over that time has been the funding and security of the Music post. I do… »
The Year In Review
Looking back at 2010 shows that the year started quietly. The main topic of conversation which divided opinion on and off the island, is the proposed off-shore wind farm, now known as Tiree Array, which caused heated debates and which I am sure will continue through this year too. February saw the appointment of a… »
Historical School Photographs
Cornaigmore School ca 1915, Headmaster Mr Ewan on right. The school mistress may be Betty Ann MacDonald of Cornaigbeg. We have a number of school and form photographs –135 to be exact – but we are very keen to copy more,from long ago to last year. If you have some, please let us know. We… »
Retired after 39 years – Good luck Jessie
Depute Head in charge of Primary and Pre 5, Jessie Gray, retired last week after 39 years as a teacher. Jessie started her teaching career on Tiree at Hillipol Primary School before moving to Dunoon. She returned to Tiree in 1990 to take up the position of Depute Head teacher. Now that Jessie has all… »
Thanks to Tiree – The Island, The People, The Experience
Once again I’d like to thank everyone on Tiree for helping make Inveralmond Community High School in Livingston’s annual trip another success. All of the youngsters had a great time and many have said they want to try and come back at some time with their parents. Particular thanks are due to Monica and Lesley… »
Tiree High School :: Staff Cut Update
It was an indication of the concern felt by all islanders, that despite the shortness of notice, over 130 people attended the hastily called public meeting to discuss the cuts to the number of teachers at Tiree High School and possible implications this might have. Head Teacher, Myra MacArthur explained that the cuts have had… »
Concern over school cuts
Tiree High School Parent Council/ PTA has received the devastating news that Tiree High School must reduce the number of teachers it employs. The PTA held a public meeting At An Talla on Friday 14th May to discuss the possible implications for the school and the island. An Tirisdeach contacted Argyll & Bute Council to… »
Allaying the Closing Fears
Councillor Mary-Jean Devon Further to the article in this weeks Oban Times with regards to “Tiree named on school closure draft”, I am writing to allay the fears and concerns of the people of Tiree. Due to the difficult financial time every council in Scotland is facing various efficiency options . As far as Argyll… »
Minister for Children & Early Years Visits Tiree High School
Mr Adam Ingram MSP, Minister for Children and Early Years, visited Tiree High School this week. Accompanying the minister were Cllr Isobel Strong, Argyll & Bute Council’s spokesperson for Education, Mr Robert Grant, Head of Service for Secondary Education in Argyll & Bute and Miss Alison Coull, Deputy Director, Qualifications, Assessment and Skills. The group… »
Funny For Money For Comic Relief
On Friday 13th Tiree High School was dressed in red! Pupils and staff entered into the spirit of raising money for Comic Relief by paying to dress in red, buying cakes and biscuits, buying and wearing red noses, and taking part in a talent show. The total amount raised was £406, and of that £40… »
