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Rebecca
Brown
Science |
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Rebecca
was one of only 25 students across Scotland selected
for the Scottish Space School 2004 visit to NASA
headquarters in the USA. During the trip she worked
with NASA astronauts and scientists on a wide
variety of projects. The group also visited
laboratories and the Space Shuttle. The Scottish Space School
aims to excite young Scots about the career options
in science, engineering and technology.
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Robert
Brown
MSP |
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As one
of Scotland's 129 MSPs, Robert helps make laws which affect
everyone in the country. He is a member of the
Liberal Democrats and represents the Glasgow Region
in the Scottish Parliament. Robert wants young Scots
to achieve what they are capable of and is proud to
serve as Deputy Minister for Education and Young
People. Before he was elected as an MSP, Robert was
a senior lawyer. (more) |
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The Gordon
Schools
Debating Team |
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It
helps young people greatly in later life if they can learn to
speak in public when they are young. The Gordon
Schools therefore
encourages pupils to take part in debating
competitions. A team of senior pupils recently took
part in the annual Law Society of Scotland
annual Donald Dewar Debating
Tournament. This is a very demanding event
but the team overcame their nerves
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Star
Pupil
Dancing |
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Pupils from The Gordon Schools show a wide and
impressive range of talents. For example one pupil
recently won the Jack Muir Memorial Trophy
for being Scottish Juvenile Highland Dancing
'Champion of Champions'. This was a terrific
honour which of course did not come easily. As
any dancer knows, such success can only come from
countless of hours of practice and hard work added
to natural talent. |
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George
Donald
Comedy |
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George
was a member and the musical director of Scotland
the What?, a popular comedy act from north east
Scotland. The trio met as students at Aberdeen
University and took their act, which poked gentle
fun at Scottish society, to the Edinburgh Festival
Fringe in 1969. They were a big hit and continued to
perform and record together for 26 years. (more) |
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Gordon
Schools
Equestrian
Team |
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Gordon
Schools have produced many talented sports
stars over the years. For example, the school has a
tremendous record at the Northern Schools Equestrian
Championships. Moreover, this success has been at
both Intermediate and Senior levels. As well as
taking the overall team trophy at these categories,
Laura won the title Best Individual Show Jumper
at the event. |
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