Agenda item

Chairman’s announcements

The Chairman opened the meeting by paying tribute to former School Governor Stella Currie who had served on this Board for a total of 26 years. The Board stood in memory of Stella Currie.

The Chairman went on to refer to the Bursar who had recently indicated his intention to retire this Summer. Governors were informed that the Bursar had been in post for 16 years and the Chairman, on behalf of the Board, thanked him for all of his hard work during this time.

The Board were informed that Dr. Stephanie Ellington had now reached the end of her current three year term as a co-opted Governor. Dr. Ellington had indicated that it was her wish to re-stand for a further term and this appointment would be considered at the next Board meeting.

Finally, the Chairman welcomed the Chief Commoner, George Gillon, as an observer. 

Apologies for absence were received from Deputy Billy Dove, Stuart Fraser (ex-officio), Henrika Priest and Richard Sermon (co-opted).