Top Scot librarian misses out on UK School Librarian of the Year nod

One of Moray’s school librarians just missed out on the top accolade this week.

The UK School Librarian of the Year Award is the School Library Association’s top honour that highlights the best practice of those whose work is deemed outstanding.

Elgin Academy librarian, Shelagh Toonen, was one of only three finalists from across the country, and the only Scottish one. Although she missed out on the top prize, her work with pupils was singled out as exemplary by judges.

“I was thrilled to be part of the 2017 award and to have my work in Elgin Academy recognised and celebrated,” she said.

“I whole-heartedly thank all in the school community for their support – my headteacher, David Barnett, my colleagues, our pupils, their parents and Moray Council.”

The multi-award winning author and illustrator, Chris Ridell, President of the SLA, presented the awards at the ceremony held on Monday 9 October in Worcester.