Staff and the outgoing sixth year pupils recently gathered at the Avonbridge Hotel in Hamilton for their annual S6 Formal.

Immediately following the meal, Mr Lanagan introduced school captains, Josh Speirs, Karen Perry, Alex Murphy and Adam Lawson. Then, speaking on behalf of all the captains, Josh fondly remembered their six years at Clyde Valley. With sparkling wit, Josh brought tears to everyone’s eyes as he recalled some of the more bizarre events from their collective catalogue of memories. The quartet then paid tribute to the staff who had given them so many opportunities over their six years.

In a very special tribute to their Head Teacher, Ian Sommerville, who retired at the end of session, Josh thanked him for his wise guidance and support and inspiration throughout their six years together.

Josh, Alex, Karen and Adam then each presented Mr Sommerville with a number of gifts, some serious, some funny – but all of which carried some special significance of the six years they had enjoyed together.

Replying on behalf of the staff, Mr Sommerville thanked the year group for their special contribution to the life of the school over the past six years.

On a personal level, he said how greatly moved he was by their expression of affection and high regard and described the year group as the embodiment of all that makes Clyde Valley such a special school.

Staff and pupils then enjoyed a fantastic night’s dancing to celebrate their happy times together.