AHS Newsletter 45

Fantastic Fishy Friday

See full article on page 22.

Maakin and Yakkin in Anderson High School

See full article on page 8.

March 2015, Issue 45

A n d e r s o n H i g h S c h o o l

N e w s l e t t e r

Page 2 A n d e r s o n H i g h S c h o o l

Inside this issue:

Shetland Learning Partnership 3

Disability Shetland visit AHS 3

School Term Dates 4

Languages Week 5

Visit from Craig Mathieson 6

History Department News 7

Maakin and Yakkin 8

Skills Development Scotland 9

Junior Up Helly Aa 10

Exchange Visits 12

SRC 14

Library News 16

AHS Young Ambassadors 17

Art & Design Department 18

Fishy Friday 22

Bake Sale - Club xl 23

Music Department 24

AHS Coffee Morning 30

Shetland Learning

Partnership

31

Beanfeasts 32

Visitors to PE Department 35

AHS Netball Team 36

Scottish Squash Schools

Competition

38

Parentzone 40

Head Teacher’s Comments - Ms V Nicolson For many youngsters, the decision of

whether or not to stay onto school in S5

and S6 is a complicated one. Some 15

year olds are quite determined that they

will be heading south to study and

therefore need their Highers. Some are

not yet sure what’s for them, and so want

to maximise their chances of

apprenticeships and employment by

gathering more qualifications in S5 and

S6. Some are keen to get work and want

to leave at 16. A few have absolutely no

ideas and school is sometimes seen as

the safer option.

I am delighted that Shetland now has a

new offering for pupils in S4. One of the

developments in the Shetland Learning

Partnership is the establishment of

school-college partnerships in Engineering

and Health and Social Care. Young people

in S4 can now apply to spend 2 years

attending North Atlantic Marine Centre or

Shetland College, as well as school, to

achieve a bundle of qualifications. In

addition, these students will have paid

employment in an engineering or care

setting during summer holidays.

This new choice fits well with the

recommendations of the Wood

Commission Report (June 2014). The

Commission, and now the Scottish

Government, wish to see schools support

young folk into sustainable employment.

They want to see employment prospects

improved, through education working

closely with employers. I think Shetland

has much to be proud of with our new

development.

S4, 5 and 6 pupils attended our Local

Opportunities Event last week. The wealth

of choice available to young people in

Shetland today was evident. Stall holders

ranged from volunteering to BP and from

CITB to SIC. Our guests reported that the

youngsters asked plenty of questions,

hopefully becoming better informed of the

wide range of employment available in

Shetland.

At a younger stage, I was pleased to see

so many parents attend the S2 into S3

Information Evening at the end of January.

Skills Development Scotland directed us

all to the new My World of Work website

and representatives from both local

colleges described the Skills for Work

options available.

If you would like to talk about what

options are available to your son or

daughter, whatever age they are, please

do get in touch with his/her Pupil Support

Teacher on 01595 808008. There really

is so much out there to think about.

Scottish Goes Global Programme

An ambassador from the "Scotland Goes

Global" programme visited Anderson High

School in November to discuss

opportunities for studying abroad during

college or university.

Kate Samuel met with the Higher Travel

and Tourism class to talk about her

experiences of studying overseas and the

benefits this can bring. She asked the

group to think about their own

experiences of interacting with other

countries and cultures and the value this

can add to their learning and personal

development.

Study abroad is one effective way of

students "setting themselves apart from

the crowd". "Scotland Goes Global" is a

Scottish Government initiative which aims

to encourage students to take up

international opportunities during further

and higher education.


Disability Shetland visit AHS Assemblies - Mr P Robertson, Depute

Head Teacher

On Thursday 12th February representatives from Disability

Shetland visited assemblies for S3 and S4. Sandy

Peterson, Malcolm Johnson, Brydon Leslie and Adrian Hall

spoke about the volunteering opportunities now available

to pupils from age 14+ at the multitude of clubs run by the

organisation.

The age restriction used to require pupils to be over 16

before they could volunteer so this has meant S3 and S4

pupils can now gain valuable experience and also have fun

helping out at the various groups and activities run by the

organisation. Sandy Peterson, Disability Shetland Trustee

and Volunteer, encouraged anyone who had some time to

‘come along and try it’ saying that the one thing they could

guarantee was that they would have fun!

The hours spent can also be used for Saltire Awards and

also the organisation has written many references for

young folk looking at a career in the care sector. Anyone

who is interested should simply follow the link to the

Disability Shetland website:

www.disabilityshetland.com

Complete the very simple Volunteer Application Form and

they will get back to you to arrange a chance to have a chat

and a taster session.

If you would like any other information come see either

your Pupil Support Teacher or Mr Robertson (Depute Head

Teacher) for more information.

Shetland Learning Partnership: School College Opportunities

If your son or daughter is in S4 at the moment, they will have received information about the School College Opportunities

in Engineering and Health and Social Care from June 2015.

Engineering:: after 2 years of part-time study at NAFC Marine Centre, in addition to 3 subjects at school each year,

successful applicants will achieve an NC Level 6 in Engineering and a SVQ 2 in Performing Engineering Operations.

Students will have paid summer employment in an engineering environment with a workplace mentor.

Health and Social Care: after 2 years of part-time study at Shetland College, in addition to 3 subjects at school each year,

successful applicants will achieve an NC Level 6 in Health and Social Care and a SVQ 2 in Social Services and Healthcare.

Students will have paid summer employment in a care environment with a workplace mentor.

If you need more information, please phone Pupil Support Teachers at the school on 01595 808008.

Application forms can be collected from Pupil Support Teachers and must be returned to school by Monday 16th March

2015.


School Term Dates

School Term Dates for 2014/2015

Term 3 Monday 05 January 2015 - Friday 27 March 2015 inclusive

Spring Holidays: Monday 30 March 2015 - Friday 10 April 2015 inclusive

Term 4 Monday 13 April 2015 - Friday 03 July 2015 inclusive

In Service Closure: Occasional Holiday Closure:

Monday 13 April 2015 Friday 22 May 2015

Monday 25 May 2015

School Term Dates for 2015/2016

Term 1 Monday 17 August 2015 - Friday 09 October 2015 inclusive

October Holidays: Monday 12 October 2015 - Friday 23 October 2015 inclusive

Term 2 Monday 26 October 2015 - Tuesday 22 December 2015 inclusive

Christmas Holidays: Wednesday 23 December 2015 - Tuesday 05 January 2016

inclusive

Term 3 Wednesday 06 January 2016 - Friday 25 March 2016 inclusive

Easter Holidays: Monday 28 March 2016 - Friday 08 April 2016 inclusive

Term 4 Monday 11 April 2016 - Friday 01 July 2016 inclusive

In Service Closure: Occasional Holiday Closure:

Monday 17 August 2015 Wednesday 27 January 2016

Tuesday 18 August 2015 Friday 26 February 2016

Monday 26 October 2015 Monday 29 February 2016

Tuesday 27 October 2015 Friday 27 May 2016

Monday 11 April 2016 Monday 30 May 2016


Languages Week, February 2015 - Mr P Haviland, Principal Teacher of

Modern Languages

The Anderson High School’s annual Languages Week included the usual team quiz for the whole of S2, and international

flavours in the school Canteen, thanks to the ever-creative Canteen Staff.

In addition, the whole of Class 3 had the opportunity to meet a range of people who spoke about the importance of various

languages in their lines of work. The event was launched on 2nd February by Meryl James and Janette Kelso who had

travelled from Scottish CILT in Glasgow.

The guests who kindly gave a lot of their time to meet Class 3 were:

Ms Catriona Anderson, Manager of Island Vista (Shetland Island Excursions)

Mr Simon Collins, Executive Officer of Shetland Fishermen’s Association

Ms Sylvia MacDonald, Manager of Shetland Home Co.

Ms Selina Miller from Promote Shetland

Mr Douglas Sinclair, whose work includes meeting and greeting cruise liners, and Lerwick Walks (guided tours)

PC Amanda Souter, from Police Scotland

Ms Amy Baxter, originally from Falkirk, and now Fleet Manager at Rolls-Royce Singapore, who joined us by live video link from Singapore

The variety of their experience and insight was fascinating. Some were specialists in languages and had used these in

quite high-powered jobs. Most were not fluent in other languages, but they knew enough to say a few important things in

the languages of their clients or customers.

All the guests said that speaking a little bit and being prepared to make the effort can make a huge difference, especially i f

you are trying to sell a product. For example, Amy Baxter reported how she transformed the atmosphere of a tense

negotiation last month by just saying “Happy New Year” in Chinese.

From discussions afterwards, it was clear that Class 3 had learned a lot about languages in the world of work. Some of

them said that for a future event they would like more interactive things to do, but others were good at asking questions

and engaging with the guests.

Here is what some pupils wrote about the event:

It was very helpful and

great to learn about

different people’s jobs.

It’s interesting to learn

what languages other

people speak.

I found it really interesting

and I got a lot out of it.

I found it interesting to

hear real life stories. It

was interesting to see

where she got because

of languages.

It was good to know how language

really can affect what job you get,

where you live, and how much you

get paid.

The stories were

quite moving and

very interesting.


Visit from Craig Mathieson, Polar Explorer and Motivational Speaker -

Mrs F Spence, Principal Teacher of Pupil Support

3D and 2C were struck by how ‘human’ Polar Explorer &

Adventurer Craig Mathieson was; down-to-earth, warm,

encouraging, quietly confident. He didn’t posture or strut his

stuff. At school one teacher encouraged him to dream big &

another told him his dream was ‘stupid’. He refused to be

brought down by discouraging words, determining that he

would instead set himself a set of achievable targets that

would get him to the South Pole. Dreams may be tough to

realise – months, or even years of training; his journey was

harsh; he had to cut off his own frostbitten toe (pain free,

apparently - it was numb), but his story left lasting

impressions, recorded below.

‘What we saw was people – children – who got to the Pole. Craig

takes kids, teenagers to build their confidence and make them

believe in themselves. He trains them. He chooses people who

need confidence - maybe they have been bullied, or who have not

been encouraged by their parents, people who weren’t noticed by

teachers because they were doing averagely well, but were in the

shadows (he thinks he was one of those kids). He ignored the fact

that a teacher said his dream was stupid, and achieved it. This

inspires me to follow my dream and not to give up.’

‘He inspired me – never give up

or let anyone get in your way.’

‘He was bullied at school. A teacher

told him his dream was stupid, but it

made him want it more.’

‘He is a real inspiration, making lost lives

feel a part of something special. He has

encouraged me to make the best of my

life and to grasp every opportunity while I

have it. Go for your dreams!’

‘Craig really inspires people. I learnt

how hard it is to train and go to the Pole.

He really understands people and helps

make people proud of themselves and

what they have achieved. He never

gives up on people.’ ‘One thing I found very interesting was that

he had so much belief in others. He be-

lieved that anyone could go to the South

Pole. I loved hearing about his experiences

and seeing the photos. He was very

inspirational – everyone can achieve.’

‘He helps people to turn their lives around.

He was so inspiring because he didn’t give

up on his journey no matter how bad things

were for him. And this makes me not want to

give up on what I want.’ ‘He made me think I should just go out

and do something – know what I want

and do it - push through the pain.’

‘I think it’s great he got to keep the South Pole marker (it’s

changed every year) and it’s in his sitting room. He said he

didn’t conquer things – he didn’t like people who conquered

things. He believed in everyone, and that anyone could do

what he did. He made me think I could do whatever I wanted.’

He gives children a once–in a life

-time experience that they will

never forget...everyone has it in

them to do amazing things.’

‘I learnt the littlest of words could do so much – Craig’s

son said to him when he was behind schedule and

struggling, “‘Just ski faster Daddy”. That made him

survive the journey and it inspired me, as he could’ve

died if he didn’t keep moving and going on each day.’

‘I learnt how the people that are

most determined can do

anything. You just have to work

hard.’

‘Craig is the founder of the Polar

Explorers. He always wanted to go

to the South Pole since secondary

school…He made me think about

pushing my limits, and choosing to

be brave and strong.’

2C summed up his message as: ‘What you achieve in life depends on deciding not to be restricted by others’ pessimism

or unkindness, but rather on how well you get to know yourself and how big you choose to dream.’


History Department News - Mr J Sandison, Teacher of History

In December, the Shetland Museum and Archives were in

History classes undertaking ‘Artefact Workshops’ with S3

pupils. This has involved looking at various stories and

personal items that belonged to those who served in the

Great War. One of the items brought in was the hat that

belonged to Magnus Christie. He was from Sandwick and

was killed at the Battle of the Ancre in November, 1916.

During February, the Shetland Family History Society have

been in school doing ‘Profile Surgeries’ with pupils. All of

S3 History pupils were allocated a soldier to research

further information on. This included finding out more

about their family, where they came from, what regiment or

service they served in, as well as where they were killed,

died or buried. The personnel researched includes all of

those on the Anderson Educational Institute Memorial, as

well as others.

Pupils will continue to build on this research, and share it

through display and presentation.

Maakin and Yakkin in Anderson High School - Mrs C Simpson The Anderson High School knitting group are once again

meeting every Thursday lunchtime during the winter

months. Pupils from S1-6 attend, along with staff and

there are knitters of all abilities. Some pupils are

progressing on to Fair Isle patterns in the round, making

headbands, cuffs and fingerless gloves. Beginners start

with the basic knit, purl stitches, before progressing on to

patterns.

Staff also enjoy to come along with their “maakin” although

it can get a little busy with up to 24 pupils attending some

days. Before Christmas the group were delighted to

welcome Sandra Manson, from Jamieson and Smith Wool

Brokers, who came along to join in with her knitting. On

behalf of Jamieson and Smith she presented the group with

a lovely Knit Real Shetland book and a £25 gift token.

The group were delighted with this gift. The book will

provide inspiration and some pupils are hoping to make

some of the patterns in the future. The money will be used

to buy more Shetland wool. The group would like to say a

huge thanks to Jamieson and Smith for their support and

encouragement.

The group have felt that one lunchtime was not enough

time to get underway with their knitting and so it was

decided to do an after school knitting session. Monday

26th January was the first after school session and 8 pupils

attended along with two staff. Special guest was Rozanne

Georgeson, an ex-pupil who used to come along to the

lunchtime sessions.

It is great to see such enthusiasm among pupils and staff

to improve their knitting skills and learn to make Fair Isle.

It’s always very interesting and inspiring to see what others

create and the different colour combinations that people

put together.

The group welcomes any pupil or staff member who would

like to learn how to knit or just to put “a few geng on their

sock” to come along on Thursday lunchtimes or Mondays

after school from 3.30-4.30pm. Any pupil who would like

to attend but has to catch a school bus should discuss this

with Mrs Simpson as the school can pay for them to catch

the service bus at 5pm.


The Maakin and Yakkin group are now in need of some more resources eg. knitting belts, patterns and wool.

They are therefore holding a fundraising night in Anderson on Wednesday 25 March 2015. It is hoped that

pupils will come along with their knitting and take their mums, grannies, aunties or anybody else who knits with

them. It will be held down in the Anderson High School Library from 7pm-9pm and there will be tea and

homebakes and all donations are welcome. It would be great to see you there!!


Skills Development Scotland - Scott Summers, AHS Careers Adviser Skills Development Scotland

c o nt i n u es to p r o v i d e

careers information, advice

and guidance to pupils within

the Anderson High School.

This year group sessions have

been delivered to pupils in S3

to S6 and one-to-one coaching appointments have been

available for pupils in S4 to S6 – helping pupils to develop

their Career Management Skills, focusing on self,

strengths, horizons and networks.

Pupils have accessed group sessions focused on

Career Management Skills, Labour Market Information and

Skil ls Development Scotland’s web service

www.myworldofwork.co.uk and there have been drop-in

sessions available to pupils.

A number of S3 pupils took part in Learning Through Work

Week sessions led by Skills Development Scotland where

employers and training providers delivered talks on

learning opportunities and pupils have the opportunity to

gather information and ask questions.

Advisers also attend school events such as Parent

Information Evenings, Parents’ Evenings and the Local

Opportunities Event.

Parents can also access information and resources via the

parents web site:

http://parents.myworldofwork.co.uk/

Pupils and parents are reminded that SDS services are also

available throughout school study leave, exam periods and

school holidays.

From S4 and onwards, pupils can arrange careers

appointments through their Pupil Support Teachers or they

can get in touch with Advisers directly through e-mailing:

Vaila Angus, Careers Adviser: [email protected]

Scott Summers, Careers Adviser: [email protected]

Skills Development Scotland Centre: 01595 695791 or

drop into the centre at Charlotte House, Lerwick (access via

Fort Road.)

AHS Careers Adviser Scott Summers, Work Coach Alicia Hunter, Team Leader Linda Robertson,

Personal Adviser Karen Marshall and AHS Careers Adviser Vaila Angus

Personal Adviser Karen Marshall

attending S4 Parents Evening


Junior Up Helly Aa Party 2015

Senior Jarl Squad visits

Junior Jarl

Squad 2015


AHS Janitor Geoffrey

Johnson visits the party.

Junior Jarl

Lewis Harkness


Exchange Visit to Germany - Mr P Haviland, Principal Teacher of Modern

Languages

The 2014 Anderson High School German Exchange coincided with big anniversary celebrations at our partner school, the

Immanuel-Kant-Schule in Reinfeld.

There was a very full programme, but the most exciting part for many was the thought of meeting up again with their young

German friends. Among other things, the Shetland party led their friends in some Shetland dances outside in the school

grounds on a beautiful sunny day. There were also visits to the Hansapark theme park and to the tree-top rope-walk at

Travemünde.

In September last year 22 pupils from S2, S3 and S4 travelled to Germany as part of the German Exchange. Mr Haviland, Ms Hall and Mr Arnold accompa-nied us to meet with our German Exchange partners that had visited Shetland last summer.

Every person from Shetland was matched with someone suited to them from Germany. They lived with us when they were here, as well as went to school with us, and when we went to Germany we lived their lives and went to school with them.

In Germany the schools are very different to schools here.

We also took a trip to Berlin for 1 night where we visited Brandenburg Gate, the Bundestag (the German Parliament) and the Berlin Wall. We all had a great time visiting these iconic attractions.

We would all like to return one day to visit our exchange partners again!

Libby Fox

Jessie-Flora McKenzie

Mona Zuberi

Der Deutschland-Austausch

Anfang letze Jahres fuhr ich auf einem Schüleraustausch nach Deutschland.

Es war eine der schönsten Erfahrungen, die ich in meinem Leben hatte, der

Höhepunkt meines Jahres. Es war voller Spaß-Aktivitäten mit meiner Partnerin. Ich

denke, dass meine Partnerin mit mir gut auskam. Wir besuchten Berlin und blieben

dort über Nacht, wir waren auch in einem Freizeit Park.

Ich habe auf diese Reise viel gelernt und ich werde es nie vergessen. Ich denke auch,

die Lehrer haben einen guten Job bei der Kontrolle gernacht.

Eines Tages hoffen ich und meine Freunde nach Deutschland zurückzufahren und

unsere Freunde wieder zu besuchen als ein Wiedersehen.

Libby Fox


Exchange Visit to Germany

September 2014

School Exchange with Sommières (France) - Mrs V Coyne, Teacher of

Modern Languages

I have been working with my French colleague Madame

Clua, an English Teacher in le Collège Gaston Doumergues

for over 2 years. We have established a very good working

relationship and have decided to organise a school trip

between the two schools in the year 2015/2016.

Le Collège Gaston Doumergues was built in 1990 and has

1,015 pupils aged between 11 and 16. It is situated in a

small town Sommières located in the Gard Department in

the Languedoc-Roussillon region. Sommières is 27 km

from Nîmes and 28km from Montpellier

The school website address is:

http://etab.ac-montpellier.fr/0301232b/

At the end of September 2015 pupils from Anderson High

School, with their teachers, will travel by boat to Aberdeen

and then fly to Marseilles and stay about 10 days with

families in Sommières. The French partners are coming to

Anderson High School in the beginning of May 2016 and

will stay with local families. The dates will be finalised in

due course.

An exchange is a remarkable educational experience that

opens to different cultures and can create close

relationships. Young people find it exciting and very

rewarding. Everyone stays in a family with a son or

daughter of about the same age. Some of the time is spent

in school in the host country, and some of the time at home

with the families. There are outings for the whole group to

explore the local area and visit special attractions.

A letter to pupils and parents/carers will be issued in the

school with more information.


Here is a snapshot of what the SRC have been doing for the past few months.

Children in Need was in November and we organised “It’s a Knockout” during lunchtime

to help raise money. This is our traditional event which includes a fancy dress relay

competition with teams from every year group taking part. A teacher team also took part

and tried hard not to cheat this year. Deputy Head Teacher Mr Robertson helped out by

doing the commentating. We also had a visit from Pudsey himself, which was very

exciting! Thanks to everyone’s generosity we raised £341.07!


We are continuing to promote our Anderson High School hoodies. They are still for sale and any pupil can buy

one. Word in the school is “they are very cosy” and “they are very comfortable”.

We are working towards several new projects, such as the possibility of getting Anderson High School water

bottles. We are also looking into the possibilities of putting into action some of the other suggestions given to us.

We are currently planning fundraising events for Red Nose Day on Friday 13th

March. Red Noses of course will be for sale! We are organising a number of

events for this including a bake sale and an exciting lunchtime event. We are

hoping to raise even more than we did two years ago. Fingers crossed!

We would be grateful for any new suggestions anyone would like to bring to the SRC’s attention. If we can’t deal

with them this year then our hard work will be continued next year, don’t you worry.

The SRC would like to once again thank everyone who has supported them in the

last year and for all their great suggestions.


News from the Library - Mrs T Odie, School Librarian

Twitter

The school library is now on twitter.

Follow us for information on new books, study tips, book and film trailers and much more.

Awards for Reading

S1 and S2 have been working towards their bronze and

silver reading awards and certificates are now beginning to

be awarded. Pupils have to read a set number of books

and complete fun activities for each book. Pupils who

have achieved their award can keep working towards a

‘merit’ award.

Shane Painter 1E

received his award.

@AndersonHighLib

Blind Date

‘Blind date with a book’ – we had a

display of ‘blind’ books for

Valentine’s Day and this proved very

popular, although no boys were

brave enough to try one – perhaps

next year!


AHS Parent Council Members

AHS Young Ambassadors - Mrs J Leslie, Young Ambassadors Mentor The AHS Young Ambassadors have been continuing to work hard this session and have gained some recognition for the

hours they put in with a nomination for the Shetland Youth Volunteering ‘One Team’ Award. They were nominated by

Louise Johnson, Active Schools, who has been impressed with the diverse nature of the activities they have organised and

the number of pupils they have encouraged to participate in sport at lunchtimes.

As one of four groups shortlisted for the Award, the AHS Young Ambassadors starred in a short film clip detailing some of

their activities and had to answer a range of questions about what they had gained from being young volunteers. Although

they did not win the overall prize, the group were very pleased to have been nominated and enjoyed the process of making

the film clip and attending the Awards Ceremony in the Town Hall.

Attending the Awards Ceremony are Caitlin Ward 3E, Rory Harkness 5B, Hannah Wright 5E,

Hedda Shannon 5G and Joseph Morgan 5G

Alex Fullerton Chairperson

Sarah Taylor Vice Chair

Nicki Hamer Clerk

John Fraser Parent Member

Catriona Barr Parent Member

Stuart Polson Parent Member

Frances Valente Parent Member

Lisa Crooks Parent Member

Patricia Wright Parent Member

Donna Jack Parent Member

Joyce Davies Parent Member

Cathy Mann Parent Member

Hollie Shaw Parent Member

Karen Hetherington Parent Member

Kenny Pottinger Parent Member

Ayesha Huda Parent Member

Valerie Nicolson AHS Head Teacher

Jonathan Wills Elected Member

Steven Coutts Elected Member

Adam Johnson Staff Representative

Shona Taylor Staff Representative

George McGhee Co-opted Member

SRT Representative

SRT Representative


Art & Design Department - Mr F Hogg, Principal Teacher of Art & Design/Music

In all schools, staff, parents and pupils often misname

school subjects and Departments. Obvious examples of

this are ‘Tech’ for Craft, Design and Technology, ‘Gym’ for

Physical Education, ‘Typing’ for Business Education,

‘Cooking’ for Home Economics and..... my personal pet

hate, ‘Art’ for Art and Design.

All levels of Art and Design education have Design as an

essential element of the subject – it is a vital part of the

CfE all the way through from Primary School to Advanced

Higher. The scope of Design that can be covered within

schools covers quite specialised areas of Design such as

Product Design, Jewellery Design, Fashion and Textiles,

Graphics and even Architectural Design.

In Anderson High School, the Art and Design staff have

expertise in Product and Jewellery Design, so most of our

students are steered in that direction for their Design Units

at Higher and National 4/5. Producing such high quality

Design units for Certificate courses involves a strong

Design Process which is outlined below:

Research of a theme – e.g. fruit or insects, etc.

Market Research – study examples of existing designs from

the same discipline.

Development of ideas – sketches and simple model

making, exploring 3D structure and form.

Experiment with materials and production techniques in

more advanced model making.

Produce a final model, ready to be photographed.

Evaluate the success of your whole Design project.

The result of all this meticulous planning and creativity by

some of our S4 and S5&6 students is showcased in the

next few pages, so sit back and enjoy taking a look at some

recent Design work from last year’s Certificate

presentation.

Karri Odie S4 - National 5 Level

Lauren Boyle S4 - National 5 Level Lynsey Henry S4 - National 5 Level

Rachel Bradley S4 - National 5 Level

Art and Design Matters – indeed it does!

THE NAME’S DESIGN, ..... ART AND DESIGN!

(to paraphrase 007!)


Angus Morrison S4 - Intermediate 1 Level

Bethany McCarthy S5 - National 5 Level

Megan Christie S4 - National 5 Level

Nathan Rosie S4 - National 5 Level

Raychelle Smith S4 - National 5 Level

Megan Leask S5 - Higher Level


Art & Design Department (contd)

Ailsa Sinclair S5 - Higher Level Hayden Kay S6 - Higher Level

Isla Bristol S5 - Higher Level Jade Stevenson S6 - Higher Level

Katie Baxter S6 - Higher Level Shannon Jamieson S5 - Higher Level


Jordan Scott S5 -

Higher Level

Kira Fraser S5 - Higher Level

Lauren Evans S6 - Higher Level

Louise Jackson S5 - Higher Level

Megan Grant S5 - Higher Level Merran Johnston S6 - Higher Level

Morag Haswell S5 - Higher Level


Fantastic Fishy Friday - Mrs C Simpson, Teacher of Biology The “So Much To Sea” Roadshows, held throughout

Shetland earlier this year, were aimed at increasing

awareness of Shetland’s Seafood Industry and highlighting

its importance to our local economy. Following on from this

the Anderson High School decided to have their own “Fishy

Friday” on 19th September.

Staff and students had the chance to see the ‘So Much to

Sea’ exhibition and watch the excellent short film in the

Wow Room. In addition a selection of different seafood

canapés, prepared by pupils studying the Hospitality and

Management course, were available for all staff and

students to sample.

These students had the opportunity to work alongside

experienced Cook and Shetland Food Author, Marian

Armitage. Throughout the morning Marian and her team

prepared a range of delicious canapés to serve to students

and staff.

Using Shetland fish and shellfish, which had all been

donated by the industry, samples included hot smoked

salmon paté on oatcakes, mussels with a salsa vinaigrette,

scallops ceviche, warm scallops wrapped in bacon, and

fishcakes.

A taster table was set up at the front door and pupils came

throughout their lunch hour to sample these local flavours.

Pupils were encouraged to try something new and many

were pleasantly surprised to discover that they liked

mussels and scallops. The Canteen also put on a special

hake dish which proved very popular and sold out almost

immediately.

After school, staff were treated to the seafood canapés and

a fish sale where they had the opportunity to buy fish direct

from the fishermen. Specially prepared bags of lesser

known species such as catfish, megrim and tusk were on

sale - as well as the more familiar haddock, monkfish and

scallops. There was also a silent auction for a live 2lb

lobster which raised £31. A total of £260 was raised and

this was split between the Fisherman’s Mission and the

Anderson High School Fund.

The “So Much to Sea” team were on hand during the day

taking photos and they produced a short video of Fishy

F r i d a y . T h i s c a n b e v i e w e d a t

http://www.somuchtosea.co.uk/ along with the “So Much

To Sea” film. Some of the recipes for the fish dishes

feature in Marian’s book “Shetland Food and Cooking”

which was launched in November.

Fishy Friday was a huge success. It really got everybody

talking about the Shetland Seafood Industry and thinking a

bit more about the different species and where these come

from. Huge thanks must go to Marian Armitage and the

Hospitality pupils who did a great job producing delicious

canapés which encouraged people to try something new.

Thanks must also go to MV Alison Kay, LK 57 for donating

the fish, QA Fish for donating the scallops and Jim

Anderson for the lobster. The So Much to Sea team for all

their help and support, and Seafood Scotland for the

resources.

As a result of the popularity of the hake dish during Fishy

Friday the Canteen served this again on the 28 November.

This time they doubled their quantities and once again it

sold out! It is hoped this will now be a more regular feature

on the school Canteen menu.


Up Helly Aa Bake Sale - S3 Club XL

On Tuesday the 27th of January, 2015, the S3 Club XL group

had a bake sale. To prepare for this we got into groups and

came up with different ideas about what we could bake with

an Up Helly Aa theme.

We had to take time out of our lunch break and after school to

get the bakes made and bagged. We made fiery cupcakes,

shield and firework biscuits, torch biscuits and festive fudge.

The most popular item sold was the fiery cupcakes.

Overall, we all had a good time and we hope you enjoyed the

bakes as much as we enjoyed making them.

A huge thank you goes to Mrs Tulloch for allowing us the use

of the Home Economics department and thanks to everyone

who supported us and bought our goodies.


Music Department News - Mrs A Leslie & Mrs J Johnson, Teachers of Music

Winter Reflections Concert and Art Display

Wednesday 4th of December was the date on which our Anderson High School festive celebrations well and truly got under

way. Following on from the successful collaboration of Art and Music departments last year, we once more repeated our

“Winter Reflections”, combining a display of pupil art work with musical performance items.

Earlier in the evening the Shetland Wind Band had entertained family and friends with their festive concert and AHS

members of the band opened the concert with a well received medley from the Disney film “Frozen”, followed by an

arrangement of Pharrell Williams “Happy” which set the tone for the rest of the evening. The programme for the evening

also included performances from all instrumental groups – fiddles, strings, brass, accordions, singers, woodwind – and the

whole event was rounded off by a finale of “O come all ye faithful” with the music provided by all the musicians who had

taken part in the concert (just under 100 pupils) and audience participation in the singing of this favourite Christmas carol.


AHS Musicians in the Community

On Monday 21st of December, Hansel (Senior Fiddle

Group), James Morris, S5 Accordionist, Senior Singers

and S1 Singers were invited to Clickimin to entertain at

the Senior Citizens Lunch. Hansel started off the concert

with a set of fiddle tunes, followed by the S1 Singers.

James then provided a set of accordion tunes before it

was the turn of the Senior Singers. Connor Dickson also

performing a solo of “White Christmas”. The whole event

was then rounded off by another set of fiddle tunes from

Hansel with James joining the fiddle group for the final

item.

Hermione Boyes of S1 Singers reflects:

We performed three songs which were “Winter

Solstice”, “Away in a Manger” and “Ring out the Bells”.

We were all quite nervous about performing but once

we started singing it was ok! We had a great time and

especially enjoyed singing “Ring out the Bells” and

“Winter Solstice”. The Senior Citizens were a lovely

audience and we are all really excited about singing at

the Music Festival this year.

A recent addition to the Music staff timetables

which both Mrs Johnson and Mrs Leslie have

been really enjoying, is working with the pupils

of the ASN department from “Up By” at Gressy

Loan. Mrs Leslie’s Thursday afternoon group

are busy preparing for their performance at the

Shetland Schools Music Festival in March and

seem to be enjoying the experience as can be

seen from these photos.

Music Festival Preparations


Instrumental Exam News

During the term before Christmas many of our AHS instrumental pupils were

involved in Grade examinations with one of the Examination Boards – Trinity or

Associated Board. Congratulations are offered to all pupils who received pass,

merit and distinction certificates. Special mention however must be given to two

senior pupils who have passed Grade 8 in the past few months, Hannah Adamson

on saxophone and Sophie Wishart on cello. Sophie is hoping to continue studying

music after leaving school and gaining this second Grade 8 opens up the

opportunity of studying Music at University. Sophie had a tense moment or two

during her exam and had convinced herself that she had failed, however when the

result came through she was delighted to learn that not only had she passed but

that she had done so with distinction!

Best wishes to all our pupils undertaking Trinity and Associated Board Grade exams in the last week of this current term.

Shetland Schools Music Festival

This year the Shetland Schools Music Festival runs from Monday 16th March until Thursday 19th March and is for

secondary pupils. Anderson High School has 112 entries including solo and duet performances, small and large groups,

choirs and pupil compositions. The range of instruments performed on includes brass, woodwind, string, piano, voice,

drums, accordion and vibraphone. Each entry receives an award of either a Bronze, Silver or Gold certificate for their

performance dependant on how well they have done on the day. This year’s Adjudicator is Mr Paul Clancy, visiting from

Dundee, whose job it will be to grade each performance and select secondary pupils to enter the Senior Young Musician of

the Year Competition to be held on the Wednesday evening of the Festival week.

Please remember that apart from the Young Musician of the Year Competition (Wednesday 18th

March, 7 pm) and Gala Concert (Thursday 19th March, evening) for which tickets are available

from Shetland Box Office, members of the public are welcome to attend and view any of the

other classes run throughout the 4 days and Monday and Tuesday evenings. There is no

charge for this and all performances will be at Mareel.

Technology in the Music Department

The Music Department has been lucky in obtaining some

new equipment. We have obtained 10 new ipads and have

just taken delivery of 2 new portable PA systems to enable

more Sound Engineering to take place within the

department. We hope to further encourage more use of IT

within the department and hope to use the ipads for

Garageband, Audio Recording using iRig, Music Literacy

Skills, to name but a few.

We are also extremely excited about the prospect of getting a

recording studio within the new school build and we have

been liaising closely with

Mareel and others in the

community who are actively

involved in the Sound

Engineering Industry to give

us advice on the best way

forward with this.


A New Start in the AHS Music Department -

Advanced Higher Music Class Interview Mrs Johnson

Q1. What were your feelings before moving to the Anderson?

I was quite nervous as to how I would get on in the school. I was very excited about the prospect of meeting

new people and having a whole host of new experiences but terrified at the same time.

Q2. Is it what you expected?

Yes and No. Yes - in that I knew it would challenge me and would take time for me to settle into a new work routine, yet I would find it

exciting. No - in that it has really opened my eyes to the demands of working in a bigger school.

Q3. What is your favourite part about working here?

Meeting the pupils and seeing the talent in the school.

Q4. How does teaching Higher and Advanced Higher compare to that of Standard Grade/National 5?

The overall work is similar in that there is composing, performing and listening at all levels but the standards go up. At present we are

still delivering the ‘Old’ Advanced Higher so that is taking a bit more figuring out but I am really enjoying working with so many talented

young people.

Q5. What have you done to change the Anderson Music Department?

I’ve added some colour to the walls! I have a thing about bright, cheery colours. I’ve also started to look at ways to increase IT in the

Music Department. We have just obtained 10 ipads so that’s a good start.

Q6. How does teaching at the Anderson compare to teaching at Yell?

I have been at Mid Yell Junior High for 19 years which is a long time. It has taken me some time to get adjusted to the big S1 and S2

classes of 30. When you get each pupil on an instrument it can be very noisy to say the least! In Mid Yell the smaller classes meant you

could really cover a lot in depth but that is more difficult with bigger numbers. Another thing I have found very different is moving

around classrooms. In Mid Yell I was always situated in one room but obviously we have to share the bigger classes in the bigger spaces

at the Anderson. It is just a different way of thinking and it has been really good for me.

Q7. What is your favourite style of music?

I really like all styles of music and I listen to a wide variety of music. It would be difficult to choose.

Q8. Do you miss anything at Yell? What do you miss about your last school?

I miss all my former pupils terribly! But it reassures me to think that they will come my way eventually, maybe not for music but I will

see them around the school and will be a familiar face to them and they will always know where I am if they need me.

I also miss the banter in the Staffroom! Being in a smaller school the whole staff came together quite regularly. It’s impossible to get all

staff at the AHS together as much. I’m still trying to learn names.

Mid Yell will always be special to me and it was a difficult decision to move but feel if I didn’t do it now I never would. I’m calling it

my mid life crisis!

Q9. Do you prefer teaching just secondary or do you miss primary teaching?

I certainly miss the primary music and don’t really have a preference. I just enjoy teaching music, full stop.

Q10. What inspires you?

I love reading books and can get totally lost in a book. My all time favourite book is ‘The Book Thief’ by Markus Zusak. I love how the

author narrates the story and brings a very sad, yet heartening feel to the book. I’m also inspired by Nigella Lawson, she creates some

wonderful food. Needless to say music inspires me and I love traditional music (I was brought up on this as a youngster so it will always

be a great inspiration to me). I also love Chopin and Mozart.

Questions by Advanced Higher Music Students:

Sophie Wishart, Murray Smith, Peter Kay, Connor

Dickson, Sarah Keay and David Varga.


Those at Land, Sea, Home and Abroad WWI Project -

Links with History and Music Departments

The History Department and Music Department are planning a piece of cross-curricular work based around the S3 project

about World War I taking place in conjunction with Shetland Family History Society, Shetland Heritage, and Shetland

Museum.

We are hoping that some of the Advanced Higher Music pupils will compose a piece of music, take inspiration from the

amazing stories and photographs gathered by the S3 pupils so far as part of this project and ultimately perform this

composition at an event to commemorate the men lost.

Some of the S3 pupils came to the Music department to tell the Advanced Higher Music Class about the project and also

to share information they have gathered so far as part of the project. The project is in the early stages with regards to the

musical composition but we hope to contribute something to the final exhibit of the work done for this project in

November.

Advanced Higher Music students ask S3

questions about the project.


16 – 19 March 2015 Shetland Schools Music Festival - Mareel

18 March 2015 Young Musician of the Year Competition - Mareel

20 March 2015 Shetland Youth Wind Band performance in Sandwick &

Dunrossness

23 - 26 March 2015 SQA Music Performance Exams for all National 5, and Higher

pupils

24 March 2015 Trinity College Grade Exams - Islesburgh

26/27 March 2015 Associated Board Grade Exams - Islesburgh

24/25 April 2015 Young Fiddler of the Year

1 May 2015 Hansel play at Shetland Folk Festival (Clickimin - evening

performance)

7 May 2015 Advanced Higher Listening Exam

8 May 2015 National 5 Listening Exam

11 May 2015 Higher Listening Exam

Late April/May 2015 Advanced Higher Performance Exams (date to be confirmed)

3 June 2015 Summer Concert


Christmas Coffee Morning - Saturday 6th December 2014

The AHS Christmas Coffee Morning was

held on Saturday 6th December 2014.

It was well attended, as always, and

raised a fantastic £2,200 for the

Anderson High School Fund. AHS School

Fund is a registered charity, supporting

pupils to take part in activities we could

not otherwise afford.


Shetland Learning Partnership You may have heard about the Shetland Learning

Partnership in the local press and at Parents’

Evening events. Below is a summary of the work

being undertaken at the moment, in Shetland, by

SIC officers and school and college colleagues.

Background

The Shetland Learning Partnership Project was

established in order to implement some of the

recommendations agreed by Shetland Islands

Council in response to the Strategy for Secondary

Education Report presented to the Education and

Families Committee and Council on 13 November

2013.

The Shetland Learning Partnership Project is

about creating a new future for secondary

education in Shetland, particularly in the Senior

Phase, S4-6. It aims to ensure that the wider and

more innovative learning opportunities expected

as part of Curriculum for Excellence are delivered.

Desired Outcomes

To develop an education sector that meets

the needs of Shetland in the future;

To develop an education system for Senior

Phase pupils and other learners that

maximises opportunities including

qualifications, both academic and

vocational;

To help prepare all learners for future

employment or study.

Six Work Streams have been set up

1: Curriculum and Timetables

This workstream aims to ensure pupils are taught

a similar curriculum in secondary education

wherever they are educated so that transition

points are smooth. It also seeks to ensure High

School and College timetables are aligned so that

pupils can access courses of their choice.

2: On-Line Learning

This workstream aims to develop on-line access

to all curricular learning materials.

3: Independent Learning Programme

This workstream aims to develop and implement an Independent Learning Programme for all students to enable them to access learning opportunities on offer in Shetland and elsewhere.

4: Professional Development

This workstream aims to develop and implement a Professional Development Programme for all education staff in Shetland relating to open on-line learning.

5: Adult Learners

This worksteam aims to enable all qualifications

delivered through secondary school or college to

be undertaken by Adult Learners, either via on-

line materials or through face to face attendance

in classes, including night classes.

6: Establish a Virtual Vocational Academy as

an option for senior phase pupils

This workstream aims to establish an academy

approach, with a pilot partnership between High

Schools, Local UHI Colleges and employers, with a

view to promoting specific options such as

Engineering and Care. The academy approach will

combine three elements: Vocational, Business

and Academic.


S1 & S2 Beanfeast - Thursday 4th December 2014


S3 & S4 Beanfeast - Monday 8th December 2014

Dancing the

night away to

Leeshinat

Dance Band


Senior Beanfeast - Friday 12th December 2014


Visitors to the PE Department - Mr K Smith, Principal Teacher of PE

The PE department were very fortunate to be offered the opportunity to have Sandy Richardson in school to deliver

Gymnastics to P.E. classes for a day. Sandy Richardson was Scottish National Gymnastics Coach between 1986 and

1994, and again from 2007 to 2010. He has been official Coach to the Commonwealth teams in several Games now

including Glasgow, Delhi and Melbourne. He is currently freelancing in Coaching and Coach Education while still coaching

Scottish Gymnast Amy Regan. Our pupils learned all about the importance of body tension while doing gymnastics and

went through progressions for forward and backwards somersaults and backflips, as well as doing flexibility work.

Visit from International Gymnastics Coach

Francesca is currently working in the West End having studied Musical Theatre at Arts Educational School in London. In

addition to provide some evening workshops, she toured around Shetland’s secondary schools for a week in January.

Fol lowing their sessions

Francesca informed our pupils

that on her return to London,

she was going to audition for

Shrek the Musical, in the part of

Fiona. We wish her well!

At AHS, 3 groups signed up for a dance session with her. The sessions focussed on learning new skills in dancing and also

how to have fun while performing dance. Each group learnt the dance routine that Francesca did in her audition for Willy

Wonka’s Chocolate Factory show. The dance was very energetic and involved a complex series of movements and was

thoroughly enjoyed by all the pupils who attended.

Visit from Francesca Leyland - Professional Dancer and Former Pupil of AHS

The Scotland gymnastics coach Sandy Richardson

was in Shetland last weekend to provide coaching

to members of Shetland Gymnastics Club.

Back (from left): Sandy Richardson, Sophie Grant,

Rona Learmonth, Evie Craigie, Vikky Morrison, Mhia

Mouat, Niamh Hall, Katie Dinwoodie, Sara

MacLeod, Abbie Galbraith.

Second from back row: Kirstin Grant, Ellie Bisset,

Christy Henderson, Arwen Grieve, Aimee Smith,

May Young, Emily Black, Isla Murphy.

Second from front row: Maddie Smith, Sadie Fox,

Lily Rendall, Alanna Leask, Lily Roberts, Freya

Masson, Jess Fraser.

Front: Freyja Tait, Cameron Johnston, Olivia Inkster,

Courtney Young, Jessica Fraser and Eva Smith.

Photo by Kevin Jones


AHS Netball Team Report

In November the Anderson High School Netball Team travelled to Aberdeen to compete in the group stages of

the Scottish Schools Open Section 2014/2015. They were drawn against 3 familiar Teams; Albyn, Cults

Academy and Robert Gordon’s College. They had the unenviable task of playing all 3 games in one day.

The first game of the day against Robert Gordon’s College AHS - 43, Robert Gordon’s College B - 5. After a half

an hour break and AHS still full of energy we took on Albyn School beating them 28-19. The final game of the

day was against Cults Academy, it was clear that the fatigue had begun to set in and AHS were tired going into

this game. Going into the final quarter the score was 18-5 to Cults and the AHS main aim in the last quarter

was to minimise goal difference. The game finished 18-15 to Cults with AHS pulling it back in the last quarter

and narrowly losing out on winning the game!

This secured the AHS team a place in the Scottish Schools Open Silver Division and they were drawn against

Linwood High School away in the second round of the Competition.

AHS – 41, Linwood – 7

After a long journey on the boat and bus down to Linwood, AHS were still prepared to play a successful game.

AHS stole the first centre with an interception allowing them to get the lead they wanted straight away. AHS

settled well which allowed them to have smooth play throughout the court. Linwood were able to spot

weaknesses in AHS’s play and managed to use this to their advantage. However, tough defence from Claire

Johnston at GD made it difficult for shooters to get the chance to shoot. The first quarter ended 11-2 to AHS.

The second quarter started with AHS feeling confident. Yet another interception, from WD Curstaidh Mckay,

resulted in AHS snatching the first goal. Fast, fluent passes from AHS down the court resulted in quick goals;

however there were many loose balls that Linwood were quick to pick up. Linwood’s GS had good movement

around the circle that got her into good positions for shots. AHS Shooters Aimee Strachan and Bethany

Anderson were getting the majority of their shots in first time and going in for all rebounds which continued to

give AHS the upper hand of the game.

AHS were determined to keep the game under their wing in the third quarter. Centre Holly King had skilful

movement throughout the court that helped AHS work strongly as a team. Libby Fox made strong, accurate

passes into the circle that allowed Shooters to take confident shots. Linwood’s defence greatly improved

which made it tough for AHS to get many successful passes into the circle with ease. This improvement in

defence was also joined by an improvement in shooting that helped Linwood increase their score and make

AHS work a lot harder than they previously had been. AHS continued to work hard regardless and maintained

the lead.

Final quarter and AHS were keen to come home victorious. Emma Niven made effective passes through

midcourt to help AHS stay alert and on top form. Linwood’s centre court players were sticking tight to AHS

making it hard for them to get into space and receive safe passes. This resulted in AHS losing a few chances to

get the ball up to their Shooters. However, AHS Defender Heather Marshall remained calm and made clean

interceptions that were fluently passed throughout the court and safely to the Shooters. The game ended 41-7

to AHS with both teams having played a good game.

Following on from the Linwood success – AHS were to face Balerno High School in Edinburgh in the 3rd round.

AHS were drawn a home game and Balerno travelled to Shetland to play at the Anderson High School.

AHS 40 – Balerno 12

Both teams took to the court with determination, with Balerno taking the first centre pass. An interception from

Heather Marshall allowed the AHS players to get the ball up the court to score the first goal. AHS were able to

increase their lead through the first quarter with some excellent shooting from Bethany Anderson.


AHS stayed strong in the second quarter, with good movement around their attacking circle from Anderson and

Tahnae MacLennan. Balerno’s attack worked tirelessly to get away from their defenders. AHS’s centre, Emma

Niven had an energetic first half, working well with Marshall and WA, Holly King, to move the ball up the court.

The second quarter ended with AHS having a considerable lead over their opponents.

At half time a few changes were made to AHS’s side with Libby Fox coming on at WA.

Both teams came back on after half time with fighting spirit. The pace of the game increased in this quarter.

Niven worked well with Libby Fox in the midcourt despite Balerno’s strong defending.

Another few changes were made to AHS’s side in the fourth quarter with Ava Williams coming on for Heather

Marshall at WD, Leanne Fullerton coming on at GA and Lori Smith on at centre. Balerno’s determination

showed in the last quarter, with their shooters working hard around AHS’s defence to secure the first 3 goals of

the quarter. Balerno’s defence applied a lot of pressure, making it difficult for attackers Aimee Strachan and

Leanne Fullerton to find a space in the circle. Excellent interceptions from AHS’s GK, Curstaidh MacKay, and

GD, Claire Johnston, prevented Balerno from catching up too much by the end up the last quarter, resulting in a

final score of 40-12.

The AHS Netball Team have now progressed to the Quarter Finals of the competition and will face either the

High School of Dundee or St Ambrose away. This game will be played before Friday 6th March.

The AHS Team would like to thank Northlink Ferries for their generous sponsorship, this has enabled them to

complete their fixtures on the mainland.

Photo by Kevin Jones

AHS Netball Team - Heather Marshall, Aimee Strachan, Lori Smith, Curstaidh MacKay, Tahnae MacLennan, Ava Williamson,

Emma Niven, Claire Johnston, Bethany Anderson, Holly King, Leanne Fullerton and Libby Fox


Scottish Squash Schools Competition

Anderson High School - Mr B Mycock, Shetland Squash Coach

Anderson High School pupils entered both a boys

and girls teams into the Scottish Squash Schools

competition this year. The boys were represented

by Stuart Copland (Captain), Josie Wishart and

Craig Smith. The girls were represented by Sonja

Scollay, Ellie Spence and Molly Farmer (Captain).

The competition is only three years old and this is

the first year we have been successful in getting a

team to the event. It is fast becoming a very

popular competition so this year it was split into 4

regional qualifiers and we went to the north

qualifying division which was held at the prestigious

Gordonstoun High School.

This made the trip even more worthwhile. We would

thoroughly recommend visiting the school if you

ever get the opportunity. Their campus is huge and

it is laid out more like a campus university rather

than a high school. Every department has its own

building in a large field area surrounded by trees.

The attention to detail here was evident and every

effort is made to make things that bit better. Their

slogan above the sports centre entrance was “plus

est en vous”. This appears to be extended to their

very warm welcome as well as their determination

on the squash courts.

AHS boys were on first against Nairn C team. Craig,

Josie and Stuart played some of the best squash of

their careers so far as they took no prisoners

against a very enthusiastic and hard working team.

A perfect start was followed up by continued strong

performances from Craig and Josie against

Gordonstoun B team which kept AHS undefeated

however disaster struck when the Captain was

unable to recover after his first match due to a sick

bug and the team had to concede the rest of his

matches. This meant both Josie and Craig had to

win all their other matches to give themselves a

chance. They rose to the challenge and after 4

matches a win was still a possibility but

Gordonstoun A and Thurso were just too strong on

the day as Thurso won through beating every other

team and winning the Scottish Schools North

Division. Thanks to the big effort from the boys they

managed to finish just outside the medals in 4th.

The AHS girls also had a very good start showing

their experience and good commitment across all

their matches. Both Molly and Ellie played nearly

errorless squash as they took AHS to an

unassailable lead in their first tie. This was just as

well as Sonja had to play against one of the best

girls in the tournament next and played out of her

skin as she got all her thumping shots back, but he

opponent was just too good this time.

The main rivals for the AHS girls were Gordonstoun

A team who also played at the last tournament the

Shetland Squash team were at, so we all knew it

was going to be some tough squash. All three girls

played very well. There was some near perfect

straight drops from both Molly and Ellie followed up

by some very attacking volleys while Sonja played

some very strong serves and possibly one of the

shots of the tournament with a flawless cross court

lob. However the age and speed of the

Gordonstoun Girls was just enough to give them the

edge on this occasion but maybe the tables will

turn next year as they got a very creditable 2nd

place.

AHS girls receiving their 2nd place medals


Molly Farmer

(Captain), Ellie

Spence and

Sonja Scollay

Josie Wishart, Stuart Copeland (Captain) and Craig Smith

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