 
                            Staff absences due to various illnesses have meant some Ballakermeen students are having to work from home this week.
In a letter sent out on Friday, Year 10 pupils were asked to remain home yesterday and today, with year nine doing the same for the rest of the week.
Headteacher of Ballakermeen, Adrienne Burnett, says staff shortages are so bad, she's had to take on dinnerlady duties.
Speaking to 3FM, she adds that mask wearing should be thought about:
 
                                         
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