The editors promise these will be well looked after and returned to their owners. Orders for copies of the 2002 yearbook will be taken in December. THE Academy was de lighted to receive 3,000 from National Air Traffic Services to commemorate the start of work on the new air traffic control centre. The money will be used to complete an all-weather path within the school grounds and to help develop a garden area. The cheque was presented by NATS general manager George Ballantyne to assistant head Mr Murray and senior pupils Steven Hewitson, Fiona Mackay, Ian Ross and Lindsey Welsh.
Volumes are considerably lower than last year.
BOMB disposal was among the activities for S6 pupils when they took part in the recent World Challenge Expedition aimed at developing teamwork and co-operational skills. That and a water crossing tested the youngsters' problem-solving skills. The day also included mental exercises and group discussion. An interesting and enjoyable time was had by all. There are prizes of quality art materials for the winner and runners-up.