The reorganisation of education in Ealing involves some re-allocation of staff, and it is a consequence of this that we lose Trevor Gaskell from the staff.

He joined the school as Head of Chemistry in January 1967, equipped with a Lancashire accent which London has affected little, and a knowledge of his subject which he has since successfully imparted to the pupils of the school. He has also guided several members of staff who have started their career in chemistry teaching in his department.

Trevor has taken pleasure in teaching Chemistry, interesting the pupils and constantly updating the work. His enthusiasm has been shown in demonstrations that have, at times, shaken the school as well as his classes. He has shown a regard for knowledge in an age which seems at times to subordinate it to other social aspects of education.

Trevor has taken an active interest in football since he came to the school. Saturday mornings have seen him refereeing or advising from the sidelines. It is in many respects due to his great efforts that the school has been so successful in winning both the Middlesex League and Cup in 1971, and being runners-up in the London trophy in 1973. Any doubt as to his enthusiasm would be dispelled at the sight of his reaction to a crucial goal, or his celebration of a victory.

Trevor has been a lively companion in the staff room, willing to enjoy a social occasion and, if necessary, provide the excuse for one. Many enjoyable days have been spent climbing the hills of Wales and the north with staff and friends. He can drive friends as hard as pupils, and strike terror into their hearts when, late in the day with the weather threatening and the possibility of dinner receding, he meets a moment of crisis with the firm conviction that "the map's wrong".

Mr. Gaskell now leaves us to take up a senior post at Walford. We have been fortunate in working with a man of forthright opinions and manner, willing to stick by those opinions. We wish him continued success.

B.C.