The headmistress at Victor Scott School has moved to further clarify her position regarding grievance complaints against her.

On Monday, her lawyer Juliana Jack countered claims in Friday's Mid Ocean News that Esme Trott was offered a post elsewhere.

In addition, 18 teachers were interviewed to replace the six that started the grievance procedure.

Until now, Ms Trott has shied away from the media spotlight and only responded to Friday's story via her lawyer, because she "can no longer keep quiet on this issue''.

Through the Bermuda Union of Teachers, six teachers have filed a grievance against the Ministry saying Ms Trott's policies and requirements impeded their ability to teach their students adequately.

Ms Trott has claimed the disgruntled teachers were, among other things, inefficient classroom managers and poor instructors and there were "consistent'' attempts to undermine her authority in front of students.

Speaking about Ms Trott's concerns about the teacher's return to the school, Mrs. Jack said her client expressed "grave concerns'' to the Ministry of Education.

Mrs. Jack continued: "It is correct that 18 (not 20) teachers have been interviewed for teaching posts at the school in September.

"The suggestion by (Bermuda Union of Teachers general secretary) Mr.

(Michael) Charles, however, that Ms Trott was offered a transfer or a year's leave by the Ministry is totally inaccurate and appears to be a deliberate attempt to exacerbate the situation.'' Mrs. Jack concluded: "Ms Trott wishes that it be known that the constant support and encouragement from students, parents, and teachers alike, as well as her faith in God, have allowed her to continue to persevere in order to try to ensure that the students at Victor Scott School have the best education possible.''