Two former head teachers appointed MBE

As reported by the BBC, two former head teachers who led schools in Peel and Douglas for a combined total of 45 years have been recognised in the New Year Honours

Sue Moore and Adrienne Burnette, who both retired in 2022, have been appointed MBE.

Ms Moore said she was “speechless” and “humbled” and the honour was “a tribute” to the work done in education on the island.

Ms Burnett has been honoured for her dedication to education and the arts during her 21 years as head teacher at Ballakermeen High School in Douglas.

She led the design of the school’s Studio Theatre and supported many young actors and singers during her teaching career.

Sue Moore, who was head teacher at Queen Elizabeth II High School in Peel for 24 years, said she was “overwhelmed” to have been appointed MBE.

Ms Moore said the honour was “a tribute” to the work done by everyone in education, and a reflection of the teamwork shown by her “amazing” colleagues at the secondary school in the west of the island.

She described working with pupils over the years as a joy, adding it was a huge honour to know she had played a part in helping pupils go on to “achieve all sorts of amazing things”.