December 2009
We hope you've had the chance to see the film 'We Are The People We've Been Waiting For'. If not, head to www.wearethepeoplemovie.com to get your hands on a copy (while stocks last).
The film marked a significant step forward in raising awareness of the issues surrounding our education system and it's important that we keep the momentum. We all want young people to have the opportunity to achieve their potential and it's up to us to make that happen. It's our job to ensure young people have access to as many paths to success as possible, including practical and vocational routes.
So, whether you've been inspired to take action after seeing the film or whether you've just decided that now is the time to have your say on the UK's education system, we strongly urge you to go to www.wearethepeoplemovie.com and make your voice heard. By speaking up now, you really can make change happen for the future and at Edge we'll make sure the policy makers get your message.
November 17th marked the official opening of The Milton Keynes Academy specializing in business and enterprise. His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent was there to do the honours. The Duke described the academy as “most impressive” and said it was a place of learning that “should have a hugely beneficial impact on young lives”.
Focus of education
Posted by: Posted by: The Tank / 26.03.2009 05:41pm
…Learning at the moment is a bit narrow minded and too focused on the solely academic side. I think children need to be armed with the broadest set of skills possible. This provides scope for more vocational learning in the school curriculum…
Vocational Education
Posted by: Shirley Smith / 01.06.2009 08:13pm
The advent of Comprehensive education seems to have swept all this practical, common sense education under the carpet – it is probably the worst mistake that our young people have been burdened with. It is certainly the case in my family.
Teacher responsibility
Posted by: Hal Austin / 29.05.2009 01:42pm
We must make teachers take more responsibility for their charges…it has become almost a joke that every time something goes wrong the teaching unions and heads compete with each other to blame parents.
A big thank-you to everyone who took part in the last phase of the Youth Commission. This was a unique project to ensure that staying in education and training until the age of 18 is the best experience it possibly can be for students. This time, the Youth Commission is investigating the employability crisis faced by young people today.
Have your say on the UK's education system
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Katie Watson was awarded a Bronze medal at this year’s WorldSkills event in Calgary. Working in a selection of different restaurants, bars, and hotels Katie built an extensive range of knowledge, skills and experience and brought home a medal to prove it.
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Luke Denby dreams of running his own small landscaping business. He sailed through the squad selection for WorldSkills and received a Medallion for Excellence for his efforts.