HT/Ceannard at James Gillespie's High School

"We do not learn from experiences; we learn from reflecting on our experiences." —— John Dewey, 1933

Friday, 1 July 2022

Friday 1 July

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 As session 21/22 draws to a close, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone in our school community and our partners for your un...
Friday, 24 June 2022

Friday 24 June

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  In Support for Learning we have been celebrating the creative talents of our pupils. They are a lovely and talented bunch and it has been ...
Friday, 17 June 2022

Friday 17 June

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  I’m still buzzing after attending two special events last week and sharing such a wonderful evening with colleagues and students. On Tuesd...
Friday, 10 June 2022

HT Appointment - Interim arrangements

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Friday 10 June

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 On Monday of this week, we were delighted to welcome back our S4 and S5 pupils after exam leave. On behalf of Mr Shankland, our SQA Coordin...

Friday 27 May

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 Over the past few days, it has been a pleasure to welcome P7s from our associated Primary Schools. Those P7s will begin their journey with ...
Friday, 20 May 2022

Friday 20 May

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Throughout next week, we look forward to welcoming around 310  P7s from our associated Primary Schools. The visits will give our P7s opportu...

Friday 13 May

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Studies have long shown that reading and being read to can have positive impacts on mental health. It’s a good way to relax, unwind and enjo...
Friday, 6 May 2022

Friday 6 May

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 The SQA exams are running smoothly – continuing best wishes and good luck to all who are involved.   We are currently experienci...
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About Me

Dj Macdonald
Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom
I am a parent of two ladies aged 18 and 20. Headteacher of James Gillespie's High School since 9 January 2012. Previously, I was HT at Liberton HS for 6.5 years and prior to that I held a variety of teaching positions at: Firrhill HS, Beeslack HS, Portobello HS and Knox Academy.
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