A specialist college has celebrated 34 students who have achieved their bronze, silver and gold Duke of Edinburgh Awards, alongside a further 17 who received Progress and Achievements certificates, at a dedicated ceremony.
, were joined by families, staff, local dignitaries and sponsors at the event last month to mark the their dedication and efforts.
s, and mentioned that 'although it was a challenging process, it was the 'encouragement and support from their peers and staff that got them through it'. The award recognises a student who has shown 'inspirational perseverance over the course of their journey'.
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