Scottish MP Opens New School, Beacon of Hope
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Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander inaugurated Whitecraig Primary School, a £18.5 million facility in East Lothian, celebrating it as a symbol of hope amid global challenges. The school, designed for 275 pupils, addresses growing demand from new homes and is expected to double enrollment in the next decade. Alexander commended the event for inspiring optimism, highlighting parental, teacher, and leader involvement. Children shared a poem about their old school, and First Minister John Swinney praised the £2 billion learning investment program. Head teacher Viv Short and council leaders expressed pride in the schools high-quality environment, fostering values like kindness and respect.
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