It was confirmed today that our Head Teacher, Mr Donald Macleod is being seconded to the role of Senior Education Officer for a period of four months until the end of December 2015 with effect from Monday 7th September. During this period, Mr Macleod will not have management responsibility for Sgoil a’ Bhac or Sgoil Araich Loch a Tuath.

Miss Donna Macdonald has been appointed as Acting Head Teacher for both Sgoil a’ Bhac and Tolsta School as well as their associated nurseries. A replacement teacher will be assigned in due course to work with Mrs Matheson in taking teaching responsibility for G6-7.

In his role as Senior Education Officer, Donald Macleod will continue to support the school during his secondment period and will work with Miss Macdonald to ensure a smooth transition during this time.

Attached below is a letter to parents from the Director of Education and Children’s Services explaining this staffing change.

Director’s Letter – BCL36109 Back and Tolsta Parents 04.09.15

Letter to G6-7 Parents – DM085 04.09.15 (G6-7 Only)