Cranford Review 2016
The “Cranford Review” © is a publication of Cranford Community College. Is an annual high standard produced magazine which provides an archive document highlighting various aspects of the life of the academy, its staff, students and community from each academic year. It is a wonderful read and a useful historical document which, with its termly sister publications and occasional special editions, also serves to describe the values of the academy and support the aspirations of the academy, its staff, students and wider community. A colorful layout with a wide range of topics comprising events, extracurricular activities, recognition awards, initiatives, trips and excursions among many others. Hard copies are provided to stakeholders including families, staff, partners, visitors, prospective parents/students, prospective employees and others with an interest or stake in the academy and its students. Headteacher & Director: Kevin Prunty / Editor-in-chief: Jessica Joyce / Graphic Design: Enzo Gianvittorio Danese (Enzo GD) / Printed by: Springfieldpapers.com
The “Cranford Review” © is a publication of Cranford Community College. Is an annual high standard produced magazine which provides an archive document highlighting various aspects of the life of the academy, its staff, students and community from each academic year.
It is a wonderful read and a useful historical document which, with its termly sister publications and occasional special editions, also serves to describe the values of the academy and support the aspirations of the academy, its staff, students and wider community. A colorful layout with a wide range of topics comprising events, extracurricular activities, recognition awards, initiatives, trips and excursions among many others. Hard copies are provided to stakeholders including families, staff, partners, visitors, prospective parents/students, prospective employees and others with an interest or stake in the academy and its students.
Headteacher & Director: Kevin Prunty / Editor-in-chief: Jessica Joyce / Graphic Design: Enzo Gianvittorio Danese (Enzo GD) / Printed by: Springfieldpapers.com
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On<br />
Thursday 23rd June <strong>2016</strong> the people<br />
of the United Kingdom went to the<br />
polls to vote on the EU Referendum, probably<br />
one of the most important votes since the<br />
Second World War<br />
<strong>Cranford</strong> Students<br />
have their say on the<br />
EU Referendum<br />
During the weeks preceding this vote, students<br />
at <strong>Cranford</strong> learnt about both sides of the<br />
argument for Brexit and for Remain through<br />
assemblies led by sixth form students, tutor<br />
group discussions and regular information<br />
from the various debates taking place via the<br />
media.<br />
On the day of the vote <strong>Cranford</strong> students wanted to have their say and held an in school ballot.<br />
Although many of them are too young to vote it is clear from the results that students at <strong>Cranford</strong> had<br />
a view on how the country should vote for their future.<br />
Mr Kalsey, Psychology teacher who organised the event said:<br />
“I am so incredibly pleased and proud with the professionalism shown by the student ambassadors. The<br />
question of the referendum is a dizzying and disorienting one; the issue is complex and there are not<br />
only many political, economic and societal considerations to take into account, but at the same time,<br />
our values and beliefs are called to the fore by this, most major, decision we have to take as a country.<br />
Consequently, many adults have struggled to formulate cogent and informed positions about Britain’s<br />
membership to the European Union. In light of this, it has been refreshing to see how adeptly these<br />
students researched this issue and explained their views publicly to the students in assemblies. I believe<br />
these students performed a valuable service to the school by inducing some clarity and stimulating<br />
conversation amongst students and staff about what will be one of the most important political decisions<br />
of the 21st century”.<br />
Jaspal Kalsey (Psychology Department)<br />
“It was truly a great feeling to be able to have a say on what is undoubtedly<br />
one of the greatest political decisions of the 21st century and to influence,<br />
inform and educate students throughout the school on what they may initially<br />
perceive as something that would not have any impact on their lives. I hope we<br />
enlightened young minds and enabled them to formulate a reasoned standpoint<br />
on the question of the EU referendum”.<br />
Zarak Khan (year 12)<br />
44<br />
“I really enjoyed presenting to the<br />
younger years as I hoped that the<br />
referendum on Britain’s membership<br />
of the European Union would help<br />
ignite the flame of passion for politics<br />
amongst students as I felt that there<br />
were not enough people who were<br />
knowledgeable about this key question<br />
and topics related to it. It was good to<br />
share our ideas and opinions to help<br />
them formulate their decision on whether<br />
leaving or staying is better. All in all it<br />
was a very good experience because it<br />
helped us to develop our public speaking<br />
skills at the same time”.<br />
Ubaid Rizvi (year 12)<br />
“Involving myself with such<br />
an important decision about<br />
the future of our country has<br />
definitely proved to be an intense<br />
brainstorming exercise for me; each<br />
stage throughout the process has<br />
enriched many aspects of my skill<br />
set. In the process of researching, my political awareness was truly<br />
extended; where initially I knew nothing, I now have enough knowledge<br />
to be able to generate a personal opinion regarding a major political<br />
issue. Secondly, presenting our case physically to every year group<br />
undoubtedly enhanced my public speaking skills. This experience has<br />
been very stimulating as I believe it is important to be educated on<br />
global affairs, especially those that will significantly impact our lives.<br />
I am grateful to have been a part of such a project that has allowed me<br />
to bring awareness to others”.<br />
Sahithya Natarajan (year 12)