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Moray Parent Partnership 

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Moray Parent Partnership (MPP) Annual Report

20010/2011

Welcome

On 2nd

September 2010 at the MPP AGM Lynn Paterson resigned her post as chairperson.We would like to thank Lynn Paterson for her work as chairperson over the previous twoyears and we are glad she has stayed on to support the work of the MPP.Martin Craigen was appointed as Chairperson with Ian McGregor retaining position of ViceChairperson and Nicola Butler continuing in her position asTreasurer. We were joined by four new members, Debbie Nicolson and Lynn Campbell at thebeginning of the year, with Ray Young and DHT Ms Bancroft joining in June 2011. Toincorporate changes the MPP members voted to change the constitution to 15 members.

A Year of Change

The year 2010/2011 was to be a year of change with Mrs Wright announcing her retirement tothe MPP. She agreed with Sealock House to stay in post until a new Headteacher wasappointed.Miss Reid secured a permanent post at St Margaret’s Primary as DHT and in the interim, MrsStewart was appointed as acting depute head teacher. The MPP had a voice in the interviewprocess for both positions and were delighted to welcome Mrs Tait as Head Teacher fromMonday 7

thFebruary and Ms Bancroft as Depute Head Teacher from Monday 23

rdMay.

MPP achievements 2010/2011

Road Safety

Our theme of road safety continued throughout 2010/2011 withthe completion of road markings in Moray Place by February 2011.The children’ssigns on the front of the school railings were vandalised and were replaced withexact copies of the originals.

Newsletter

Our joint Newsletter with the PTA, which was designed and produced by Lorna Tilley

and included drawings from pupils, was well received, and we will produce anotherfor the coming year.

Head Teacher Interviews

The MPP had an important role in the selection of the new head teacher, a task whichwas taken seriously by all members. Guidance was provided by Nigel Fletcher fromSealock House. The Chair of the MPP was involved in the leeting processand four members were chosen to be involved at the interview stage. We werepleased to agree on the appointment of our current head teacher, Mrs Tait.

Depute Head teacher Interviews

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The depute head teacher’s appointment was delayed by the education authority toallow the new head teacher to be involved in the selection and interview process forthis position. Once again the MPP members were involved in the leeting andinterview process and Ms Bancroft was successful in securing this position

Parents Evening

The MPP were happy to convey parental views to Mrs Tait. One issue which hasbeen continually raised in the past is parental contact time. This has been recognisedby Mrs Tait and there will now be at least two parents’ meetings in the session.

School Uniform

After consultation with staff and the MPP, changes to the school uniform wereagreed. Differing opinions were voiced throughout this process and there was a large

response from parents. It was agreed that the current school colours (red and navy)would be gradually phased out and replaced with navy only.

Playground Supervision 

The issue of playground supervision was raised at an MPP meeting in May. Parentswere concerned children were in the playground without adequate adult supervision.Mrs Tait investigated this matter and put in place a staff rota to increase the number

of staff on playground duty during lunchtime.

Other Business.

Awards Ceremony

Parents and Chairs of both PTA and MPP were invited to attend the Primary 7Awards Ceremony which took place on 22

ndJune. This was a positive and uplifting

experience and involved all children in the school. All Primary 7 children wererecognised for achievements throughout their years at Moray Primary School.

StaffingMrs Tait confirmed that there will be 14 classes in the coming school year 2011/2012.Miss Brodie and Mrs Finlay were appointed as acting Principal Teachers.We would also like to wish a happy retirement to Mrs A Duggie and Mrs LWrigglesworth.

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AIMS for 2011/2012

Internet SafetyThe MPP aims to highlight to parents the importance of Internet Safety for theirchildren. Throughout the coming year they will support and work with staff to increaseawareness of the dangers of social media.

GLOW

The school year, 2010/2011, was a year of disruption to education in regards to thesevere weather conditions experienced throughout the country. This gave anopportunity for the MPP to learn and encourage the use of Glow (an online schoolresource used for learning) between school and home. This resource can also beused as a communication tool between parent and teacher.

Finance Report

In August 2010 we started off with an opening balance of £211. In addition to this, wereceived our Parent Council funding from Falkirk Council of £500, taking our funds for

the school year to £711. 

The expenditure for the year consisted of 2 areas:- Payment to Clerk £320 and MiscExps £83.50 - flowers to Lynn Paterson and a leaving gift for Mrs Wright. We alsogave the school a donation of £150. This left us with a closing balance at the end ofthe term in 2011 of £157.50

However, we received a £2 charge from the Clydesdale bank which is currently underdispute, therefore, at this time our closing balance is £155.50

The accounts will submitted to the council once we receive the final bank statementfor the closing period

Nicola ButlerMPP Treasurer2010/2011

With Thanks

We would like to thank both Elisabeth McLay for her role in acting as a link betweenPTA and MPP and Lorraine Clark who was the first treasurer of the MPP, for theircontribution to the MPP. Both have now resigned their positions due to their childrenmoving on to other schools. Thanks also go to Norma Moffat, our clerk for providingthe agendas and minutes throughout the year.

As a Parent Council and on behalf of all the children who have attended MorayPrimary School we would like to thank Mrs Wright for her stewardship and years ofdedication and service to Moray Primary School.

The MPP would also like to thank Local Councillors Mr R Spears, Mrs A Black and MrA McDonald, who have all taken an active role in supporting the MPP over the lastyear. We hope to count on their continued support in the future.

Martin CraigenMPP Chair2010/2011