Peter Davison

We hosted representatives from Anthony Nolan, a medical charity who support research into stem cells and blood cancer. Sixth Form students were encouraged to sign up to the donor register in the hope of helping patients with blood cancer or a blood disorder to receive lifesaving stem cell transplants.

The Year 13 Duke of Edinburgh group have completed their Gold Practice Expedition which involved a physically arduous route along Hadrian’s Wall with the addition of unprecedented stormy weather. Well done!

A Level Art students visited The Baltic Gallery to take part in the ‘ARTiculation’ workshop which promotes the appreciation and discussion of art.

AS level photography students undertook a practical visit in Newcastle exploring the theme ‘Urban Environment’ to engage them through a creative experience exploring their own ideas and interpretations.

Amnesty International along with guest speaker Perse (a refugee originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo) ran a series of workshops for Year 12 students to give an overview of the refugee crisis.

Guest lecturer Dr Adrian Green from Durham University ran a seminar for Year 12 and 13 Historians entitled ‘The First Industrial Region’ which helped students realise the pivotal role of their home town.