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Working with Schools and Youth Activity Providers

A new year sees changes for our local middle and high schools with a possible amalgamation but also a new head teacher in place.  Council is keen to work closely with all the schools as our young people are this town’s future. We already hold meetings with those who provide activities and interesting things for those 18 years of age and under; we hope to produce a handout outlining all these so young people can be better informed of what the town can offer them. By the time you read this the Chairman hopes to have met with the new head to discuss ways in which young people can be involved in helping their community. We hope to help them understand that when they leave school and become a greater part of ‘the outside world’ there is a two way process involved; communities may give you opportunities to expand your horizons in many different ways but they also provide a means of helping you to grow in ways you may not yet have thought about. Helping others can develop more self confidence, thoughtfulness, a greater sense of well being  and the wonderful sense of satisfaction of helping others achieve their goals. We already worked with pupils to highlight better dog fouling control at the Welfare; the Army Cadets help at community events and there has been help during Puffin Festival- no doubt, some other organisations have young people helping them. We are sure there are many more ways for greater involvement and this is a goal for 2016.