| Welcome The president welcomed everyone to the meeting, and
expressed his satisfaction that we were able to have our meeting at the SETT conference.
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Tommy Doherty (President), Janey Mauchline, Willis Pickard (Honorary President),
Sheila Walker, Judy Rankine (Secretary), Jean Nisbet, Roderick MacKenzie, Howell John
(NAEIAC)
In attendance: David Waxman (NAEIAC), Laurie O’Donnell (LTS), Jim Henderson (LTS)
Apologies:
Fiona Norris (Vice President), Tony Sellars (Treasurer), Terry Ashton, Hugh Roche,
George Reid, May Boyd
Tommy indicated that Tony had demitted his position as treasurer as he has returned to
a post in school and would no longer be a member of the executive.
Nora has also a new post as Education Officer so is unlikely to return to the
executive. Judy to check this.
Hugh and Terry both still wish to attend .
Roderick indicated that he may find it increasingly difficult to attend meetings.
Tommy will write to ADES to raise the issue of the attendance of advisers at meetings.
Minutes of the previous meeting
These were read and approved as an accurate reflection of the meeting held on 29
May 2003.
Matters Arising
Unofficial information regarding the progress towards a solution to the advisers’
salary issue was shared. There is to be a meeting of the SNCT in November.
Willis suggested that a public statement be made concerning the issue. It was agreed
that it would not be possible to do this until proposals were officially available.
Tommy will write to Fraser Sanderson to request information and a meeting with ADES (to
be attended by Tommy and Judy when arranged).
Colleagues were requested to email Judy with any issues regarding salary which they
would wish to be raised.
John Chowcat will be asked to write to the secretary and president of ADES requesting
information and outlining members’ concerns.
A report on this issue will be brought to the next executive meeting.
As the treasurer was not in attendance it was not possible to discuss or action the
points outlined in the previous minute.
Roderick pointed out that the constitution requires that the executive has a treasurer.
Tommy has approached a colleague in another authority to invite her to join the
executive. Other members are asked to provide Tommy with names of anyone (particularly in
authorities not yet represented on the committee) who might be willing to join.
Tommy indicated that payment of the lawyer’s fee for last year’s action was
still outstanding. The sum of £600 will be paid by the end of the month. This will bring
this issue to a conclusion.
All other matters arising are dealt with in the remaining agenda.
Scottish Online Curricular
Advisory Service
Laurie and Jim spoke to the proposal (paper provided before the meeting). They
provided information of an exciting innovative future. This issue has been ‘floated
with ADES’, but for the moment remains confidential.
Jim’s presentation slides accompany this minute for information.
Any comments/anxieties should be emailed to Judy for collation, in order that they may
be shared with the steering group, of which Tommy is a member.
NAEIAC Update
Howell provided information of recent/current work undertaken by NAEIAC in Scotland
– an equal pay for work of equal value for one member, and the forthcoming meeting
with George Gardner, Depute Director in Glasgow, to seek recognition.
He also gave information regarding a major concern of the union which is current in
Kent.
There was some discussion about the Virtual Staff college Training day which took place
recently, at which NAEIAC had a major role.
The general feeling was that the day was not particularly successful, as the NAEIAC
contribution was perceived by some to be a ‘recruitment day’ for the union,
whereas others had regretted the lack of a Scottish dimension to the presentation made by
NAEIAC. Regret was expressed that the useful messages conveyed about standards and
competencies were missed as a result.
Tommy also expressed regret that there had been no mention of AEAS. Futhermore he
expressed the need for AEAS to be closely involved.
Howell said that NAEIAC should be looked upon as a resource which should be moulded to
the needs of Scottish advisers.
It was agreed that there were lessons to be learned at this early stage.
Tommy and Judith (NAEIAC) are to make a joint presentation at the SETT conference the
day after the executive meeting.
Research Project Draft
Tommy welcomed David Waxman who outlined the information contained within his
report ‘Pathways to Quality Improvement in Scotland’ (which had been made
available to members prior to the meeting).
Discussion about the content took place.
The final report will be presented at the next meeting of the executive in November.
Conference Planning
Janey outlined the progress in planning so far.
The conference will be held at the Apex City Quay Hotel and Spa, Dundee on Friday 5 and
Saturday 6 March 2004.
Its theme is ‘Education in a Time of Transition’,
The director of Education in Dundee Ann Wilson will open the conference.
Peter Peacock has been invited to speak – a decision is awaited.
Jean Nisbet will give a Keynote address.
A variety of workshop leaders have been approached and many have given a firm
commitment to attend.
Eddie Mullen will give the after dinner address.
Nick Peppin (HMIe) will provide the address on the Saturday morning.
A panel of experts will discuss the conference theme and Willis Pickard will give the
Honorary President’s address to conclude the conference.
Janey was thanked for her work thus far.
Media Strategy
Willis indicated that there were already a number of issues which would benefit
from publicity in the media at the appropriate time:
Job sizing issue
Launch of the Virtual Adviser initiative
Davis Waxman’s report
However, he also suggested that AEAS become proactive to gain space in features columns
by publicising good and innovative practice. AEAS members should be mindful of this in
their own work and that of other colleagues.
AOCB
Jean suggested that the circulation of a flier, to advertise the work of advisers,
be considered.
All colleagues should be reminded of AEAS representation within their authority.
Tommy made the suggestion that in subsequent years, the AEAS meeting would be held at
SETT. This was agreed.
Date of Next Meeting
4 November, Apex Hotel, Dundee.
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