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Motion · S6M-16055 · 8 Jan 2025

Larbert High School Achieves Apple Distinguished School Status

Lodged by Michelle Thomson Standard Motion 21 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates Larbert High School on achieving its status as an Apple Distinguished School; understands that this status is outlined by the tech company as a "centre of innovation, leadership and educational excellence", which utilises technology to enhance both teaching and learning; recognises that the school is only the seventh in Scotland to achieve this accolade, with a global network of 889 schools across 37 countries; notes that since 2021, it has maintained a one-to-one iPad programme via the Connected Falkirk initiative, which ensures that every pupil has access to their own device to enable high-quality learning materials, personalised feedback and help with collaboration in the classroom; applauds Larbert High on becoming the seventh Apple Distinguished School in Scotland, and thanks all of its pupils and staff for their continued hard work. 

Supporters (21)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.