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28 Sixth Form

European Youth Parliament

On Monday, 4 March, nine Year 12 students represented the College at the regional European Youth
Parliament event at Exeter County Hall.
The students represented the Committee on Environmental Affairs, supporting a resolution on sustainability in
the fashion industry, as well as debating five other topics, ranging from the fate of Gibraltar after Brexit, to the
repatriation of artefacts from the European Union to African Nations whence they came.
The team really impressed the judges at the competition, who praised their research, cooperation as a team,
and respectful and inclusive debating strategy. As a result, they were selected to go through to the national
finals in Liverpool in September, comprising a four day residential stay, which will really put them through their
debating paces.

Parisienne Experience for
Sixth Form Students

In February, French and English students in Years 12 and 13 went to the
wonderful city of Paris, for three culture and fun-packed days in the
capital.
Their first stop was the awe-inspiring Notre Dame Cathedral,
followed by Shakespeare and Co, the quirky three storey book
store that holds memories and influences of famous authors who
have visited or boarded there. A stroll along the banks of the
Seine and a boat trip winding through the beautiful centre of the
city ended the first long day.
The next day began with a guided tour of the Montmartre area
and then the Eiffel Tower visit; the views were wonderful. The
visit was made even more special as it was Valentine’s Day.
The students witnessed a proposal (she said yes!), plenty of
champagne being sipped and roses being given.
Their final day began with a visit to the Louvre and a
chance to explore its wonders. Finally they visited the
Arc de Triomphe and then had time for some last minute
shopping on the Champs Élysée rounding off a fabulous
trip. Paris je t’adore!

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