PUBLISHED: 08:28 17 January 2019 Lucas Cumiskey Nazmin was an an award at the Jack Petchey Foundation Achievement Awards in Islington. Picture: Jack Petchey Achievment Awards Archant Gifted youngsters were given medals and grants during a glitzy community awards ceremony at Islington Assembly Hall on Tuesday. The Jack Petchey Foundation Achievement Awards, which recognise the accomplishments of young people in London and Essex, saw 82 gongs to people, aged 11-25, from Islington.The achievement award winners, who were nominated by their peers and mentors, and were each given a medallion, framed certificate and £250 cheque – four adults also scooped Leaders Awards for inspiring young people. Cllr Dave Poyser, the mayor of Islington said: “Sir Jack Petchey, who is still amazing at 93, really captures the Islington and East End spirit. “Islington is sadly one of the 13th worst boroughs in England and Wales for child poverty and the Jack … [Read more...] about Jack Petchey Foundation Awards: Youngsters celebrated for ‘achievements and positive contributions’ to Islington
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Camden youngsters shine at Jack Petchey Foundation achievement awards ceremony
PUBLISHED: 10:53 23 October 2018 | UPDATED: 11:10 23 October 2018 James Scott Joshua Coffey at the Jack Petchey Foundation achievement awards. Photo by Jack Petchey Foundation Archant Camden’s youngsters were in the spotlight at the Shaw Theatre for an evening celebrating the borough’s talent. Kaiaa Shepnekhi-Boston at the Jack Petchey Foundation achievement awards. Photo by Jack Petchey FoundationThe Jack Petchey Foundation, which makes grants to programmes and projects that benefit young people aged between 11 and 25, saw 54 Camden youngsters receive awards, as well as two members of staff. Among those championed on the night was William Ellis School student Joshua Coffey, who has shown his breadth of talent through his involvement in drama, music and basketball. Year 9 student Myrtle Miller has also drawn the plaudits for her impact at Parliament Hill, with her achievements including taking part in an art project in partnership with … [Read more...] about Camden youngsters shine at Jack Petchey Foundation achievement awards ceremony
Talented Hornsey School for Girls students vying for Jack Petchey Foundation award
PUBLISHED: 12:46 26 September 2018 | UPDATED: 12:46 26 September 2018 James Scott Hornsey School for Girls student Brenda Bakatumana has been recognised by the Jack Petchey Foundation ahead of its Haringey achievement awards. Photo by Hornsey School for Girls Archant A budding journalist and a mentoring champion are two of the students being recognised for their high-flying achievements by the Jack Petchey Foundation. Hornsey School for Girls student Summer Andrew has been recognised by the Jack Petchey Foundation ahead of its Haringey achievement awards. Photo by Hornsey School for GirlsHornsey School for Girls students Summer Andrew and Brenda Bakatumana will both be attending the charity’s Haringey achievement awards tonight (Wednesday). As well as attending the finals at the Bernie Arts Centre, nominees received a £250 grant from the foundation. Summer has been a “dedicated” founding member of the Burnet news club in Year 7 … [Read more...] about Talented Hornsey School for Girls students vying for Jack Petchey Foundation award
Newham’s young people recognised in annual Jack Petchey awards ceremony
Gallery PUBLISHED: 15:57 25 September 2018 | UPDATED: 15:58 25 September 2018 Rhiannon Long Pupils from Brampton Manor Academy. Picture: Jack Petchey Foundation Archant Newham’s best and brightest were recognised at the annual Jack Petchey Awards. Cumberland School's award winners. Picture: Jack Petchey FoundationThe achievement awards recognise young people who have taken part in extra-curricular activites, overcome adversity, or completed acts of extraordinary bravery or kindness.At Cineworld in the O2 arena on Monday, students from 24 schools across Newham received their awards.The ceremony included performances from Forest Gate Community and Little Ilford schools, and an opening speech was given by the chair of Newham Council, councillor Joy Laguda. Leader awards were also given to staff and volunteers who’ve gone the extra mile to support and motivate young people.Eastlea Community School pupils with their Leader Award winner, … [Read more...] about Newham’s young people recognised in annual Jack Petchey awards ceremony
Jack Petchey Foundation recognises Havering’s young people’s amazing achievements
Gallery PUBLISHED: 17:17 19 September 2018 | UPDATED: 17:17 19 September 2018 April Roach Several young people in Havering received a special Achievement Award from the Jack Petchey Foundation at the Queen's Theatre. Archant Young people from Havering who have made a difference in their community attended a prestigious awards event in Hornchurch. More than 80 young people from clubs in the borough came together to receive the prestigious Jack Petchey Foundation Achievement Awards, which were presented at the Queen’s Theatre in Billet Lane on Monday, September 17.The event honoured Achievement Award winners aged 11 - 25 who received medallions to go with their framed certificate and a cheque for £250 each.In addition, nine adults were also celebrated with Leader Awards as they demonstrated an ability to motivate young people in an outstanding way.They received a medallion and a framed certificate.Former Olympic 400m medallist, Mark … [Read more...] about Jack Petchey Foundation recognises Havering’s young people’s amazing achievements