News
Open Clasp
The Open Clasp Theatre Group are performing their latest production 'Swags & Tails' on Tuesday 6th March 7pm at Cornerstones Chester-le-Street. Tickets are available now from our Chester-le-Street office for a £5 donation.
Want to know about student's experiences at Bridge?
Check out this link and see how Rose has progressed in computing at Bridge. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iR0wT6bJPXI
Fundraising
Thank you to everyone who purchased raffle tickets, £250 was raised to help keep our childcare provision free.
Wear It Pink
Thank you to all of our staff and students who joined in the fun for our Wear It Pink and Pink Cakes and a Cuppa Day. £106 was raised for the Breast Cancer Campaign.
North East Open College Network Awards
Congratulations to Michelle Randall who received a highly commended award in the Learning Champion Awards category at the North East open College Network Awards Ceremony. Well done Michelle.
Half Term Fun
What a fabulous time everyone had taking part in our Family Learning spooky events.
Why not take a look at our February Half Term activities and get your name down quick. Click on the link below to see what's happening.
Ring 0191-4172445 to book your places NOW!
Bridge Allotment wins award!
Our community allotment supported by Groundworks North East has recently won the 'Best Community Garden' catagory in the Daily Mirror Britain In Bloom Awards. Well done to all of our green-fingered volunteers.
Washington 5K Fun Run
A big THANK YOU to everyone who took part in the Washington 5K Fun Run raising funds for Bridge on Sunday 21st August in Princess Anne Park. Nearly £600 has been raised and a great day was had by all.
Outstanding Learner of the Year
Chevonne Lawson
North East Regional Award winner
Nominator: Katherine Bone, The Bridge Project, Washington
Individual Regional Awards
The journey Chevonne, 20, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, has made, from a teenager in care with behavioural issues to a young mum who is now studying an Access to University course, is remarkable. Despite having to overcome numerous issues in recent years - including homelessness and bereavement - Chevonne has completed a NOCN level 1 and 2 diploma in Progression, and Literacy levels 1 and 2 since joining The Bridge Project in September 2009. This has led to a confirmed place to study Criminology and Law at university on completion of the Access course.
Becoming a teenage mother inspired Chevonne to leave her troubled past behind. She is now keen for her children to experience a different childhood to her own and take their lead from her. 'I feel that through education I have transformed my life and although it has been challenging, I have the ability and skills to progress and be an effective practitioner in my chosen field,' said Chevonne, who is keen to study further so she can make positive use of her childhood experiences and help others within the care system.'
Our Bridget
Congratulations to Bridge learner Lilian Spence who recently won our Bridge Mascot Competition.
Lilian designed 'Bridget' - The Wise Owl on the branches of knowledge in the Centre of Learning. We hope to be using Lilian's design on future publicity, but are still waiting for someone to come up with a Bridget the Owl costume to wear for event days, so if you are handy with a sewing machine and like a challenge, please get in touch.
