NBC Blog - 9.2.24
New Bridge Parliament
“On Monday afternoon myself and Waj went to the Oldham Civic Centre to give feedback on a conference we attended in December about SEND and Inclusion. We attended the meeting with various NHS staff, heads of charities and officials from local government. The attendees of the conference praised us with our presentation, we have been invited back to the civic centre in the near future to see the changes made. I enjoyed the day speaking to various leaders of charities and institutions, I hope to see the changes we proposed enacted."
Max (New Bridge College)
“I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the civic centre (partly due to the snacks provided there of course) but most importantly and meaningful of all, I felt honoured to attend and be an active part of the council for Oldham meeting as not only did I feel that our voice as the young people was being heard, I also felt honoured to be an ambassador for the young people’s voice that day alongside my friend max.”
Waj (New Bridge College)
“I had the honour of accompanying Max and Waj on Monday. I was overwhelmed and impressed with how they conducted themselves, they were throughout the afternoon professional, confident and when they gave their speech, they were inspirational! I am so proud of how they represented NewBridge College and look forward to seeing any changes they suggested."
Natasha Hughes (Senior Job Coach)
NB Parliament (9.2.24)
PSHE
This week, in PSHE, Oldham youth service workers Chris and Areeta paid us a Visit.
They were here to talk to students about a very important topic, a topic we can all appreciate and a topic that we all need to be aware of: Hate Crime.
First of all, Chris and Areeta took our students through a lovely ‘ice breaker’ where everybody learnt something new about each other: Max is half American; Kyle.N is soon to do a 10k run to raise money for his local football club and Liam is a quarter Welsh.
It’s lovely to hear new, interesting things about our young people!
As difficult as a subject of this nature can be, the NBC students really worked hard at understanding the different characteristics of hate crime. The group brainstormed tonnes of ideas, definitions, and reasons as to why a person may be targeted.
Role play was next on the agenda. Our students were split into small groups, each given a scenario or a specific hate crime to perform.
Declan, Sam and Lewis were given the task of acting out a scenario around racism. All 3 of them performed amicably, using language in context, doing a horrific crime of this nature the coverage it deserves.
Other crimes covered included: Homophobia, disablism and sexism.
Max had this to say: “I have enjoyed this lesson and have expanded my knowledge on hate crime and what to do, if I am witness to one.”
Connie: “I really enjoyed doing the roleplay. I found this workshop really useful. I now know what a hate crime is.”
Waj: “I had really enjoyed watching and partaking in a roleplay of different scenarios based on what would occur in the real world as I felt like now I had gained more experience and knowledge as to how I should and would deal with such adversities if they ever come my way.”
Unfortunately, many of us will encounter hate crime of one form or another.
We feel that it is important to equip our young people with the knowledge to support them on what steps to take, if they are to encounter something of this nature.
I want to say a big ‘heartfelt’ thank you to the Oldham Youth Service in delivery this workshop to our young people throughout the week.
Have a lovely weekend!
Mrs Sarwar
PSHE (9.2.24)
HSC update…
On Wednesday, the Health and Social Care Pathway had a doctor come to visit the group. The students were excited to have an external practitioner come to visit. Dr Yousuf is a junior doctor that works in a hospital located in Manchester.
In preparation for the visit, the students were tasked with writing 10 questions that they would like to ask the Doctor. The student were intrigued by the questions, answers and discussions, that they even asked questions that weren’t on their sheet!
Doctor Yousuf, talked about the challenges she faces on a daily basis and how she handles them. The students were fascinated to learn about the different departments in a hospital and how doctors work together with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care for patients. They were also able to gain insight into the importance of communication and teamwork in the healthcare field. This links with the current BTEC unit ‘Communication Skills in the Health and Social Care Sector.’
The doctor shared some real-life scenarios and how she had to make difficult decisions in emergency situations. The students were amazed by the amount of knowledge and skill required to be a doctor and admired the dedication and hard work it takes. They also learned about the importance of empathy and compassion in patient care and how these qualities can make a significant impact on a patient's recovery. The doctor emphasized the importance of continuous learning and staying updated with new medical advancements.
Dr Yousuf brought in a variety of resources and equipment that she uses in her job as a medical professional. The students were immediately drawn to the stethoscope, a familiar tool used to listen to heartbeats. The doctor invited the students to take turns using the stethoscope to listen to their own heartbeats and those of their classmates. It was a unique experience for the students, as they were able to hear the strong and steady beats of their hearts, reminding them of the amazing capabilities of their bodies. The doctor even brought in her own doctor's uniform, which sparked the students' curiosity about the different roles and responsibilities in the medical profession.
Furthermore, Dr Yousuf encouraged the students to pursue their dreams and passions, and to always strive for excellence in whatever career path they choose. The students left the session feeling inspired and grateful for the opportunity to learn from a real-life doctor and gain a deeper understanding of the healthcare profession. This experience not only helped them gain knowledge about the medical field but also instilled a sense of appreciation and respect for healthcare professionals and the work they do to improve the lives of others. It was a valuable and eye-opening experience for the students, and they expressed their gratitude to the doctor for taking the time to share her expertise and experiences with them.
They were also reminded of the importance of empathy, compassion, and dedication in this field, and they left the session with a newfound respect for doctors and their crucial role in society.
This visit was a great addition to the Health and Social Care curriculum as it provided a practical and insightful perspective on the healthcare industry and the important role of doctors in it. It also sparked an interest in some students to consider pursuing a career in the medical field, which could potentially lead to a positive impact on the future of healthcare. Overall, the visit from the doctor was a memorable and enriching experience for the students, and it highlighted the importance of understanding and appreciating the hard work and dedication of healthcare professionals. This experience motivated them to work harder and pursue their dreams of becoming health and social care professionals.
HSC (9.2.24)
Girls' Group
Girls' Group have been baking! We have enjoyed melting chocolate and mixing in rice krispies. We have also made marshmallow rice krispies cakes too! We have enjoyed looking through our photographs and having a little dance to some music! Every Friday we spend our afternoons laughing and having so much fun socialising with our friends in Girls Group. However, we won’t be Girls Group for long, we are currently thinking of a new name for our group! Come back next week to find out our new name!
(Big thank you to Ciara for doing this blog) Natasha 😊
GG (9.2.24)
