Kilmarnock Academy former staff activities

Where are they now?

No, this isn't a feature about our Senior Management Team but in fact a feature about some of our former colleagues who have moved on from Kilmarnock Academy. In the case of Frank Donnelly - our popular former rector - the answer to the question is probably "exercising his considerable talent in public speaking" or "putting in a round at Loudoun Golf Club". We're also happy to report that, after the recent fire in his library at home, Frank has fully recovered although, tragically, both his books were badly burned - and he hadn't even finished colouring them in! Anyway, if you can help to shed some light on the current whereabouts of some of our former colleagues, then please share that knowledge with the rest of us and contribute to this page. To do so, you can e-mail us at formerteachers@www.kilmarnockacademy.co.uk .

Jim Lawson

Jim Lawson was our head of Modern Studies until
he retired a couple of years back. Apart from taking
up painting (pictures - not living rooms) he has been
back at K.A. a fair bit, doing supply teaching to help
provide cover during staff absence. Jim was famous
for his flamboyant ties and headgear.

Around Christmas time, he is still very much in
demand as he swaps his deerstalker for a Santa hat,
and for a short time at least, makes children happy.

N.McI

Anna Johnstone

Anna Johnstone was our head of Home Economics
for a good number of years. Since her retiral she
has been back at KA, doing supply teaching. Anna
is a fine advert for the benefits of retirement as she
is looking really well, has mellowed considerably and
has a very relaxed attitude to life now.

Anna still pursues her great interest in dogs - in
particular, Great Danes - and has a lot more time
to enjoy this pastime now.

N.McI