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Motion · S6M-12483 · 12 Mar 2024

Gold Sportscotland School Sport Award for St Ninian's High School, Kirkintilloch

Lodged by Rona Mackay Standard Motion 19 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates the pupils and staff of St Ninian's High School, in Kirkintilloch, on attaining a Gold sportscotland School Sport Award; recognises what it sees as the commitment, hard work and tenacity of Principal Teacher of Physical Education and Dance, Mrs Nicola Reilly, in enabling the school to receive this prestigious award; welcomes that young people are the driving force behind the decision making, planning and implementation of projects; further welcomes that continuous self-reflection and improvement are key features in informing best practice; notes that three award levels of Bronze, Silver and Gold can be awarded to schools across Scotland; commends what it sees as the valuable work of sportscotland in enabling schools to feel supported through each level to encourage and increase young people’s opportunities and engagement in physical education, school sport and leadership, providing clear pathways to life-long participation in sport; understands that schools hold their Gold School Sport Award for two years from the date of the award; wishes the pupils and staff of St Ninian's High School continued enjoyment and success in their sporting activities, and sends heartfelt gratitude to all those who embrace this vision of improving health and fitness in Scotland's young people through the sportscotland School Sport Awards.

Supporters (19)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.