Mayor ’ s Visit Promotes Democracy
Year 9 students learn about local government
The Mayor of Rugby Borough Council has visited The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College to deliver an assembly about local government and council services as part of the school ’ s promotion of democracy , which is one of the fundamental British Values identified by the Department for Education .
In the special assembly Councillor Mrs Sally Bragg spoke to over 200 , Year 9 , students about her role as mayor and explained the services provided by Rugby Borough Council . The students also learnt about the history of the borough , Rugby ’ s coat of arms and about the robes , chain and mace used by the mayor on ceremonial occassions .
Cllr Mrs Sally Bragg told the students about some of her duties which include listening to local residents , campaigning on local issues and chairing council meetings . The students heard about the variety of events that Cllr Bragg has attended in her capacity as mayor such a garden party at Buckingham Palace , the annual Wroth Silver ceremony and her own mayor making ceremony at Rugby Town Hall .
Towards the end of the assembly , the students found our how they could contact their own local councillor to raise issues and were told about the Youth Parliament Scheme which they can get involved in .
Alison Davies , Headteacher , said , “ We are very grateful to the mayor for giving up her time to visit us and for explaining her role to our students . Most students know that there is a local council , but many don ’ t have a great understand of what the council does and how it affects them , this assembly gave the students a valuable insight into local governance .”
For further information , or to arrange a photo opportunity please contact Theresa Bale , Headteacher ’ s PA on 01788 542355 or bale . t2 @ welearn365 . com
Performing Arts
Students within Performing Arts have been working hard on a range of romantic repertoire for our inspired ‘ So , this is Love ’ concert which will be held in the school theatre on Valentine ’ s Day , Feb 14 th .
This performance explores the stories of love throughout history , and incorporates show tunes , classical music and jazz standards . Students from Year 7-11 have compiled a selection of songs based on the theme of love and will perform vocal selections by candlelight .
The concert starts at 6pm and is anticipated to last one hour . Entrance is free and any donations received will be given to the house charities .