Page 6 - Issue No. 80 Summer 2019

Staff Compete in the
Ivybridge 10K Race

On Saturday, 11 May, staff from the English
and Mathematics Departments competed in
the annual Ivybridge 10K race.
For some staff members this was their first ever
attempt at a 10K race, whilst for others new
PB’s were achieved. All staff who
participated commented on the tremendous
atmosphere and support that they received
en route from colleagues and students
cheering them on.
For Claire Davidson this race was her 15th
Ivybridge 10K race having “been running it
on and off since the early 1990s, though I
used to run it about 10 minutes quicker!” Even
so, Claire still achieved second place in her
age group, FV50 , completing the course in
just over 49 minutes.

4 NNeewwss Year 5 Open Morning

In June, the College hosted two Year 5 Open Mornings, which gave the opportunity
for primary school pupils, currently in Years 4 and 5, and their parents, to visit and see
a typical ‘day in the life’ of students. The Head boy and Head Girl of Year 7
presented to the packed audience about their personal experiences of their first year
at the College.
Jack Newton, said, “I can honestly say this has been one of the best years of my life
and I know that as I progress through the College so many exciting opportunities will
keep coming my way. It would be wrong of me not to mention this morning one of
the best things about the College. which is the opportunity you have to reach your
full potential while you are being taught here.” Gemma Bennett, added, “Last
September, during my first week at Ivybridge, I was made to feel welcomed and
instantly knew that I had made the right choice to be a student here, as everybody
was so warm and kind. Ivybridge Community College believes in the opportunity of
student voice. As Head Girl I have worked with staff and students on many exciting
projects. I am extremely proud to be a student here at Ivybridge. Staff really do
want the best for me and I am confident that I will be able to achieve academically
and continue to grow in confidence and reach any goal I set myself.”

Staff show support for Anti-Bullying Day

On Friday 3 May, staff at the College showed great solidarity when they dressed in pink to support the United
Nations Anti-Bullying Day. People everywhere are encouraged to celebrate diversity by wearing a pink shirt to
take a stand against bullying.
“I am delighted to see that so
many staff have supported this
day. It gives a clear message that
Ivybridge Community College
continues to make the College a
safe place to work and learn,” said
Einir Shore, Associate Leader.
Our newly appointed Anti-Bullying
Ambassadors have encouraged
staff and students to stand up
against any form of bullying by
leading on assemblies on
Anti-Bullying, creating a new
Anti-Bullying display board and
organising a ‘Give a Compliment
Day’, to encourage all of us to
focus on positivity amongst
students and staff.

The College Echo - Summer 2019 - www.ivybridge.devon.sch.uk