LOTTIE RETURNS TO SCHOOL AS A VOLUNTEER

It has been a joy to welcome former student Lottie Gleisinger back to school as a volunteer. Lottie is in the final year of her Philosophy degree at Sheffield University and her political module involves a volunteering element within the community.

Lottie said: “After considering how I wanted to volunteer, I concluded that although I study in Sheffield, my community is Richmond. It has been wonderful to have the opportunity to come back to school and support students in History, English, Philosophy and Theology classes. As part of my degree, I am currently doing an essay about the education system and the current challenges teachers and students are facing, particularly with/after the effects of the pandemic. I have really enjoyed supporting students and staff and it has been very interesting to work alongside the staff and learn so much more about secondary school education.”

Jenna Potter, Headteacher, added: “We always enjoy welcoming our former students back to school and college – not only as we love to see them but also as they bring their experiences with them that really do enhance what we can offer to those currently in school. It is really impressive to hear about Lottie’s programme of study in Sheffield and how this has shaped her plans for the next steps in her career.  We look forward to continued contact and hearing about how Lottie’s plans progress.”