Physics whizz from Gairloch High is top dog in Scotland
THE outstanding achievement of a Ross-shire schoolboy who scored the highest marks in Advanced Higher Physics in Scotland has been acknowledged.
Former Gairloch High School pupil William MacNeill has been presented with an Institute of Physics award for the remarkable achievement.
The presentation took place at the Science and the Parliament event held at Our Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh.
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It included a keynote address from Richard Lochhead MSP, along with presentations from many of those responsible for leading developments in science and in education in Scotland.
William received his certificate from Dr Stuart Farmer, Institute of Physics Learning and Skills manager.
William is now studying Mathematics at the University of St Andrews, where he was able to go directly into second year.
In addition he has been awarded two bursaries from the Highlands and Islands Educational Trust. Pupils attending any of 44 schools in the Highlands and Islands are eligible to apply, and bursaries are awarded each year to the twelve pupils with the highest overall attainment in S5 and S6.
William was awarded one of these bursaries, in addition to the John Raining prize for the most Outstanding Student.
Many took to social media to congratulate him on his success. John Port posted: “Excellent achievement William. Typical of many of the pupils from Gairloch High - always capable of very high standards and successful at a national level. Best wishes and enjoy your studies!”
