Sam Potter becomes the latest Captain David Seath Memorial Award recipient who received the accolade during St Margaret RC Primary School’s Leavers’ Mass and award ceremony, held on Thursday 04 July.
Former pupil, Captain David Seath, attended the school in the late 1990’s, who progressed to St Columba’s RC High School, and later graduated from Aberdeen University achieving a Masters in International Politics.
Having completed his academic career, Captain Seath graduated from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, completed a tour of Afghanistan in 2012 with 19th Regiment Royal Artillery, and earned the coveted green beret to serve as a Captain in 29 Commando Regiment Royal Artillery.
Inspired to run in support of Help for Heroes, having seen the incredible work undertaken to support veterans overcome life-changing physical and psychological wounds, Captain Seath tragically died running the 2016 London Marathon.
The award established in his name recognises leadership, courage and determination to overcome challenge and adversity to succeed. It’s one of several awards made during the ceremony recognising the depth of talent, aptitude and commitment pupils demonstrate.
“Throughout his entire career in St Margaret’s, at every stage, no matter what, Sam has shown self-motivation, with a real internal drive to be positive and make good choices.”, says Catherine Mullen, Headteacher at St Margaret RC Primary School.
“There seems to be an internal drive for him to push forward rather than external rewards – if that makes sense. He has a focus and determination that means he sticks to an activity or piece of work giving it his full attention.
“He is a good friend. He is motivated to help his friends, during school with work but also in sport. He is a real team player. And he does it all with a smile.”
We are delighted to present Sam with the Captain David Seath Memorial Award, who is a thoroughly worthy recipient”, says Libby Seath, who attended ceremony. The event always proves a very special occasion. It’s wonderful to remember David in this way by recognising how Sam, and all previous recipients, have embodied the values and standards David demonstrated as an Officer in 29 Commando Regiment Royal Artillery. We wish Sam, all pupils leaving St Margarets all the best for the future.”