College students receive end of year prizes

The class of the 2020/2021 academic year at Solihull Sixth Form College has been revealed, following the delivery of their annual awards online.

Principal Martin Sullivan (pictured) revealed the 55 winners of prizes handed out for achievement in each of their Level 3 courses and some extra-curricular activities.

While they could not celebrate in person, the college delivered a video showing the roll call of prize winners which is available on the College website and on social media.

As well as a prize for every course, awards were also handed out for work with the Student Council and Board of Governors, as well as two Exceptional Progress awards, which recognised achievement against the odds and improvement.

The Principal also chose an Ambassador for the Future, which is a special prize that highlights a student who especially shone during their time at the College.

Departing Year 13 student Isabelle Roll was selected for the prize, with staff explaining the reasoning behind their choice.

They said: "Issie is a truly outstanding student who throughout her time at college has demonstrated an exemplary approach towards her studies, often going above and beyond expectations.

"Academically, her teachers have said she has worked like an undergraduate and in fact she has almost been an extension of the teaching staff, frequently producing work that was used as exemplar work so that other students could benefit from it, sharing interesting insights in verbal contributions, running a subject WhatsApp group and giving the teacher useful feedback, along with using her initiative to take action that would save other students confusion.

"With 100 per cent attendance throughout her time at College she really thrives being around people and has been an enthusiastic and valuable member of the community often volunteering herself and her time freely and always thinking of others.

"You only need to meet Issie for a short period for her to make a lasting impression on you. Her phenomenal attitude to learning has enabled her to produce flawless work at A level standard, and this conscientious approach will no doubt enable her to be extremely successful in the future. She truly is a Student Ambassador for the Future."

Principal Martin Sullivan offered his congratulations to all the students, saying: "It's fantastic to celebrate another year of academic excellence, but never under-estimate how difficult it is for staff to narrow down their choices to just one outstanding student.

"In truth, these awards are just the tip of the iceberg and there are many other superb students on all our courses. We are proud of the achievements of all our students and look forward to celebrating their results and subsequent positive progression later this summer, when students will be moving onto higher Education, higher apprenticeships, further training or employment."