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Motion · S5M-16405 · 18 Mar 2019

Deena Wren Wins Learning Professional Award

Lodged by Michelle Ballantyne Standard Motion 18 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates the Beeslack Community High School librarian, Deena Wren, on winning the Learning Professional Award at the Scottish Book Trust Awards; understands that the award recognises Deena’s 20 years of work as a librarian as well as her strong commitment to encouraging children to read though her creation of the "Read for the Future Programme"; notes that the programme promotes reading for pleasure and, after reading a book, children are encouraged to present a report to either their teachers or parents, and that over 60% of S1 students have completed six reports or more; acknowledges Deena’s valuable contribution to the school as a member of the senior management team, and thanks her for her efforts in encouraging reading.

Supporters (18)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.