On Thursday, representatives from our School Captain team, our School Council and our Green Team participated in the Bishop’s Stortford Pupil Voice Network event, where children from eight local schools gathered to engage in meaningful dialogue about community involvement. Hosted by Bishop’s Stortford College, the theme of the event, ‘Every Voice Matters’, provided a perfect backdrop for our children to showcase their initiatives and learn from one another. The event was attended by the Mayor of Bishop’s Stortford, who our children chatted happily with, further enriching their experience and emphasising the importance of community involvement.
Our very own representatives—Sachin, Jacques, Dylan, Belle, Joe, and Hugh—made us immensely proud as they spoke beautifully, eloquently, and with great confidence about some of the fantastic projects we have undertaken at our school. They highlighted our Foodbank Friday initiative, where we have taken steps to support families in need, and the successful tree planting at Millennium Wood earlier this year, which aligns with our commitment to creating a greener future.
Throughout the event, our children had the opportunity to connect with children from the other participating schools, fostering a sense of camaraderie and collaboration. They shared their thoughts on how we can support people in their local community, and discussions flourished around the crucial topic of diversity and the shared responsibility we all have to empower others.
As part of the afternoon’s activities, each child crafted a personal pledge and created a friendship bracelet, symbolising their commitments to fostering kindness and collaboration within their community. These tangible mementoes will serve to remind them of the friendships formed and the important lessons learned.
Of course, no gathering would be complete without some delightful sustenance, and we are pleased to report that the buffet lunch was a resounding success—much to the delight of our young attendees! The scrumptious afternoon tea and cake were absolute highlights, rounding off a very special afternoon.