The Basildon Academies

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Each girl received a runners up trophy as memento of the day.

STUDENTS CELEBRATE SUCCESS AT THE ACADEMIES PRESENTATION EVENINGOn Thursday 9th May The Basildon Academies hosted a Presentation Evening to celebrate and reward student progress during the Spring Term.

Students from each year group were presented with certificates in recognition of their ‘Passion for Learning’ and ‘Growth’ in each of the different subjects. In recognition of excellent commitment to learning, one student from each year group also received the prestigious ‘Very Important Pupil Award’.

“I feel appreciated and proud of my accomplishments. I appreciate that my English Teacher acknowledged it.” Kristine Smilga - Year 10

“I really appreciated that my teachers took notice of the amount of work I was putting in.” Tega Atomre - Year 10

“Receiving the Passion for Learning Award was a shock but I always believed in myself. I am capable of working well in different subjects. Thanks to my class mates for always supporting me and never doubting me.” Charlie Lewis - Year 7

“My mum said to me that she knew I could do it and wanted me to work to the best of my ability, so it was great to prove her right.” Keira Emery - Year 9

“I was caught off guard when I discovered I was going to receive an award. I am really proud to have received my award.” Kristian Dangerfield - Year 9

“When I received the invitation through the post I was excited because I didn’t know what subject category I was getting an award for. During the evening I was called up to receive my Growth Award in Catering. I was very happy because I like cooking. My mum is really proud of me.” Anisha Begum - Year 7

Jazmin Archer, Anna Coka & Jack Sharp

May 2019

Brent Greenland, Panashe Garai, Joshua Masser & Karlie Osborne

Daniela Ghinda Jay Bernstein Alesha Gayle Kurtis Pope

“When I heard my name being called out I felt really surprised and proud of myself that all the hard work I’ve done has been recognised. I got a reward for History and Drama which are subjects I really enjoy.” Anna Coka - Year 9

“It felt great to receive the award for Science as I have always dedicated a lot of time and effort into studying and revising for this subject. Being recognised for these contributions makes me feel appreciated.” Taite Greenland - Year 10

“I feel really proud to have been awarded as being one of the top achievers in Physical Education.” John Cain - Year 8

“Hair & Beauty and Art are my favourite lessons so I was very happy when I received my awards. My parents are very proud of my achievements and so am I.” Daniela Ghinda - Year 9

“When I got the certificate for French I was shocked and happy, my mum said she was so proud of me. I try to do my best in every subject. I like to learn new things, I do my work and ask for help if I need it. I’m really proud of myself.” Jessica Sharp - Year 7

“The presentation evening was really exciting because I didn’t know what I would be receiving an award for and made me think what subject it could have been. When my name was called up I realised I have been noticed for my passion for catering. I am very thankful for the award.” Amber Yoozooph - Year 7

“I think it’s really positive that the school recognises student’s achievements by having a presentation evening every term. From a personal point of view it was great to see all of my children receive awards.” Miss Stewart - Parent

Fenita Rossi, Theo Pryce-Orry & Kristine Smilga

Dominykas Radzevicius, Nathan Crosby & Weronika Cieraszewska

Marwa Saleemi, Dominykas Mikalickas, Toby Lawrence & Abby Dangerfield

Tyreese L'Olive, Laura-Gabriela Metehau & Jake Herbert Shyanne Harris Charlie Lewis

Jasmina Houillon, Ioana Listrat & Paige Smerdon

Ben Sharp, Jessica Sharp & Jack Sharp

VERY IMPORTANT PUPIL AWARD WINNERS

“I was surprised when my name was called to receive my VIPA award. It was really nice to be recognised for my work. As well as my certificate I received a book entitled ‘You are Awesome’ which I have started to read and am really enjoying.”

“When my name appeared on the screen I was shocked! All my friends looked at me and cheered. It felt so good to achieve this and it is all because my teachers and parents pushed me to be the best I can be and to keep on working hard.”

Evie Brooks - Year 7

Barbara Birtok - Year 8

Leo Bishop - Year 9

“When I received the VIPA award I was shocked, I wasn’t expecting to get such an incredible award. I am happy that trying my best in each lesson has paid off.”

“I feel like I have worked hard in my lessons, so I feel proud I have received this award.”

Joshua Masser - Year 10

Abby Dangerfield - Year 11

“I was shocked to find out I had received the award, but very pleased to discover that the hard work I was putting in to make sure I was achieving my best was recognised by others and awarded.”

Ingrid Ionita - Sixth Form

“What motivates me to help younger students is that I want them to become great people and to follow their dreams. Although I am going to university I will take every opportunity to return to The Academies.”

Lower AcademyTimberlog Close, Basildon, Essex SS14 1UX

Tel: 01268 552 536

Upper AcademyWickford Avenue, Basildon, Essex SS13 3HL

Tel: 01268 552 536www.basildonacademies.org.uk

JACK PETCHEY OUTSTANDING ACHIEVERS

Harry Gormer - Year 7

“It was a nice surprise to receive the award. I really enjoy my role as a Respect Ambassador because I like to help other students. It was a real honour to receive the Jack Petchey Award.”

Cameron Loring - Year 8

“I was really proud to have won this award in recognition of the hard work I put into my learning.”

Dante Dilliway - Year 10

“During the last few terms, I have been helping two students who have recently joined the Academies and are new to this country. I am really happy to have won this award.”

Ruhul Miah - Year 10

“It is a real honour to receive this award and to be recognised for my achievements.”

Liliana Donnelly - Year 10

Leon Annetts - Year 11

“I was thrilled to hear the news that I had won an Outstanding Achiever Award. I was nominated by my teachers for being respectful, helping others and for always doing my work."

“I think teachers can see that I am always willing to try my best in all subjects. As part of my award I will be taking a few of my friends with me on a school trip.”