AERIAL footage has captured staff and pupils from Dunbar Grammar School and North Berwick High School taking part in end-of-term ceilidh dances. . . and enjoying a Dolly Parton tribute!
Friday marked the last day of term for school pupils across East Lothian with the summer holidays about to commence.
On Thursday, pupils from both schools were seen dancing on the sports pitches with the party in full swing.
The Ewan Galloway Band provided traditional music for the occasion at North Berwick High School.
On Twitter, North Berwick High School's PE department, said: "The best way to finish the term.
"Thanks to all pupils, staff and our brilliant Ewan Galloway Band for creating such a brilliant atmosphere."
"An amazing end of term ceilidh with our band, and a fly over from Mr McClintock.
These memories will last a lifetime. Thank you to the whole school community for making these events happen". #ceilidh #summer pic.twitter.com/JbD4x9BIcC
— North Berwick HS (@NorthBerwickHS) June 27, 2024
The ceilidh at Dunbar Grammar was extra special as it celebrated headteacher Claire Slowther, who is taking up on new job in Vietnam.
Departing Dunbar Grammar School headteacher Claire Slowther with pupils at the outdoor ceilidh (Image: Newsquest)
I am feeling extremely emotional after the most perfect DGS farewell, a whole school ceilidh on the astro! We have THE BEST students and staff! 🥰 #RISE pic.twitter.com/aSucQESpIs
— Mrs Claire Slowther (DGS) (@CSlowther) June 27, 2024
On X, Claire Slowther, said: "I am feeling extremely emotional after the most perfect DGS farewell, a whole school ceilidh on the astro!
"We have THE BEST students and staff!"
At school on the last day of term on Friday, a Dolly Parton-themed karaoke-style tribute to Mrs Slowther was held in the social space.
What a last day! Very DGS…full of fun, laughter, cuddles and a bit of ‘Dollyoke’. So sad to be leaving such a truly magical school but grateful for the most incredible 11.5 year 🥰 #RISE #ProudHT pic.twitter.com/RMzlNoiwwR
— Mrs Claire Slowther (DGS) (@CSlowther) June 28, 2024
'Dollyoke' saw staff sing songs, some with special lyrics tailored to the headteacher, to say their goodbyes and mark her love of the famous country music icon.
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