The annual Schools Partnership Programme intercampus competition series took place across campuses
Southern Regional College was a hive of activity on Tuesday 28th January with the annual Schools Partnership Programme intercampus competition series taking place across campuses. One hundred and thirty-eight secondary school students from across County Down and Armagh participated in a range of vocational skills competitions with Amazon vouchers presented to those students placing at the competition.
Participating students came from eighteen secondary schools which included Markethill High School, City of Armagh High School, Brownlow College, Craigavon Senior High, Lismore College, St Ronans, Newry High School, Newtownhamilton High School, St Joseph’s Boys School, St Louis Grammar School, St. Marks High School, St. Pauls High School, St. Joseph’s High Crossmaglen, Newbridge Integrated College, Rathfriland High School, St. Patricks College, Banbridge High School and Dromore High School.
Students competed in a vast range of 13 disciplines which included brickwork, joinery, tiling, fabrication, hairdressing and up-styles, blow-drys, childcare, plumbing, motor vehicle, plastering, catering, beauty, manicure nail art and graphic design.
The Schools Partnership Programme enables participating secondary school students undertaking GCSEs the opportunity to experience a wide range of vocational and academic areas and gain accredited qualifications through access to a broad and balanced curriculum at Southern Regional College. Not unusually, young people learn best by experiencing practical scenarios. The programme and the intercampus competition make the learning process more engaging, by linking theoretical knowledge with practical application.
Majella Kelly, Schools Partnership Programme Manager at Southern Regional College commented:
“The College was delighted to host the much-anticipated Schools Partnership Programme intercampus SkillBuild competition. This year we had 18 schools enter students in 13 disciplines covering a broad spectrum. The competition provides secondary school students the opportunity to develop personal, professional, and academic growth during a crucial developmental stage.
It is encouraging to see students honing their skills through real-world experiences, building confidence and self-esteem, and exploring various career paths to make informed decisions on available career pathways. The competition not only serves to boost young peoples’ sense of accomplishment but also adds significant value to their CVs. Congratulations to all students who participated within the competition. We look forward to hearing of your future successes.”
Southern Regional College was a hive of activity on Tuesday 28th January with the annual Schools Partnership Programme intercampus competition series taking place across campuses. One hundred and thirty-eight secondary school students from across County Down and Armagh participated in a range of vocational skills competitions with Amazon vouchers presented to those students placing at the competition.
Participating students came from eighteen secondary schools which included Markethill High School, City of Armagh High School, Brownlow College, Craigavon Senior High, Lismore College, St Ronans, Newry High School, Newtownhamilton High School, St Joseph’s Boys School, St Louis Grammar School, St. Marks High School, St. Pauls High School, St. Joseph’s High Crossmaglen, Newbridge Integrated College, Rathfriland High School, St. Patricks College, Banbridge High School and Dromore High School.
Students competed in a vast range of 13 disciplines which included brickwork, joinery, tiling, fabrication, hairdressing and up-styles, blow-drys, childcare, plumbing, motor vehicle, plastering, catering, beauty, manicure nail art and graphic design.
The Schools Partnership Programme enables participating secondary school students undertaking GCSEs the opportunity to experience a wide range of vocational and academic areas and gain accredited qualifications through access to a broad and balanced curriculum at Southern Regional College. Not unusually, young people learn best by experiencing practical scenarios. The programme and the intercampus competition make the learning process more engaging, by linking theoretical knowledge with practical application.
Majella Kelly, Schools Partnership Programme Manager at Southern Regional College commented:
“The College was delighted to host the much-anticipated Schools Partnership Programme intercampus SkillBuild competition. This year we had 18 schools enter students in 13 disciplines covering a broad spectrum. The competition provides secondary school students the opportunity to develop personal, professional, and academic growth during a crucial developmental stage.
It is encouraging to see students honing their skills through real-world experiences, building confidence and self-esteem, and exploring various career paths to make informed decisions on available career pathways. The competition not only serves to boost young peoples’ sense of accomplishment but also adds significant value to their CVs. Congratulations to all students who participated within the competition. We look forward to hearing of your future successes.”
