Super Tattie, the council’s new school meal mascot, dropped into Dalmellington Primary recently to meet his creator - P7 pupil, Carson Bryce.
Earlier this year, catering services launched a competition for all primary and additional needs school children and young people seeking a new mascot that would appear on school meal menus and all branding.
Almost 500 entries were received and Carson’s Super Tattie design was selected as the winner by the judging panel, led by Councillor Elaine Cowan, spokesperson for lifelong learning, education and skills and culture.
Super Tattie was a wee bit cheeky. Carson was called to his head teacher Mrs Greig’s office and was a bit unsure why he was there.
To Carson's surprise, Super Tattie jumped out from behind the door.
After Carson had recovered, they toured the school and Super Tattie met as many children and young people as possible.
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Councillor Elaine Cowan said: “What a brilliant surprise for Carson to meet Super Tattie in real life! This was the first time our new mascot had visited one of our schools so it was absolutely right that Carson got to meet him first.
“When we judged the competition earlier this year, we all loved the concept of a super Ayrshire tattie. Tatties are so versatile, they can be turned into the most delicious meal, added to soup; they are affordable and can be easily grown at home.
“Super Tattie will now be visiting our primary schools and encouraging our children and young people to enjoy a healthy and nutritious school meal.”
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