Centre Principal Lisa Richards held the second recognition lunch for nominated pupils this week. This half term, each department nominated 1 student and each senior tutor nominated 2 students that have stood out to them. 

The following are the students who received nominations:

Amy Butler

Nominated by Art and Design

"Amy has made an excellent start to the year and has been working incredibly hard to balance three art subjects. Her recent submissions for formal assessment point one have been of a very high standard. All four of her teachers are extremely impressed with her work ethic, creative ability and conscientiousness. Fabulous work, Amy!"

Nimra Butt

Nominated by Biology and Applied Science

"Nimra is an extremely hard worker, achieving a clean sweep of distinctions on all first submissions. She submits work ahead of deadlines and inspires others around her to do better. A model student in every way. Well done Nimra. "

Scarlett Wilde

Nominated by Chemistry

"Scarlett has been nominated by her Chemistry teacher (Helen) because of her tenacity this year. Scarlett is working exceptionally hard and it has not gone unnoticed. Her independent study skills have improved significantly in her time at college and her consistent routine of work is demonstrating a clear commitment to success."

Nathan Sopko

Nominated by Computer Science and Physics

"Nathan has done exceptional work in Physics. Not only has he done extremely well in class but he is also completing an online Stanford University course on Quantum Mechanics which is incredibly impressive! Well done!"

Emily Bunyan

Nominated by Performing Arts

"Emily is an exemplary music performance student who always strives to achieve the highest of her abilities and aspires to perfection in the work that she produces. She is a very enthusiastic student who is always willing to go out of her comfort zone in order to progress and become a very well rounded musician. I was particularly impressed with her most recent performances in our concert, 'Candle Lit', as she showed extraordinary attention to detail in the pieces she played."

Charlie Bowler

Nominated by Digital Technology and Multimedia

"Charlie is really committed to the Digital Games Production course. The work he puts into his skill development is excellent. He uses his study time to make additional content; he is always keen to try new things and he creates excellent gameplay. He is really focused on his progression, worked really hard on his UCAS statement and is now working hard to create his portfolio for his University interviews. Well done, Charlie, and when you when the BAFTA for Games design remember us at ASFC in your speech!"

Katrina Nabukenya

Nominated by Law and Philosophy

"Fantastic performance from Katrina in her formal assessment (A*). She is always actively engaged in lessons and always willing to put forward her ideas. A great student and a real pleasure to teach. Thank you, Katrina, for what you bring to the classroom."

Ryan Davies

Nominated by Maths

"Ryan has made a really strong start on the A-Level Maths course and is always willing to participate in lessons. His homework completion and the level of quality in his solutions is excellent. He also seeks help when it is needed (a sign of a great mathematician and an excellent trait for a student) and strives to further his understanding of more complex topic areas. Well done Ryan. "

Isabelle Thomas

Nominated by English and Spanish

"Isabelle is an excellent student of English Language who approaches every aspect of this course with commitment, focus and complete dedication.  She has an exemplary work ethic and is consistently co-operative and enthusiastic.  Isabelle helps others and is a very thoughtful and perceptive student. Thank you for your hard work and positivity, Isabelle."

Rayan Ibrahim

Nominated by Education and Health

"Rayan is a hardworking, determined student who shows commitment in everything she does and she has transitioned well to Level 3 studies. Rayan is a pleasure to have in the classroom as she always has a smile and a kind word for everyone she meets embodying the caring nature we love to see on Health and Social Care. She is working really well in her coursework and we are particularly impressed with her Unit 5 work that shows fantastic detail."

Adam Buckley

Nominated by Sports and Public Services

"Adam is an excellent A2 Football Coaching and Development student. He has received excellent feedback from Coaching in the Community. As well as excellent attendance and punctuality, he demonstrates amazing levels of positivity both inside and outside the classroom and produces outstanding work on a regular basis. What a student! Thanks Adam."

George Ryan

Nominated by Psychology and Criminology

"Nominated for his outstanding work in Criminology. All the members of staff who know George always say what a polite student he is. In Criminology he goes over and above, always contributes to lessons and is a really valued member of the class. Criminology would not be the same without him, he has a really bright future ahead. A huge well done, George!"

Millie Syme

Nominated by Business

"A great start in accounting, Millie has taken to the subject exceptionally well and has a work ethic that is an example to her peers. If she continues in this way, she has a really bright future. Well done and thanks, Millie."

Fawn Saxon

Nominated by the Inclusive Learning team.

"As a department, we are extremely proud of all Fawn has achieved since transitioning to college. Delivering a presentation about her condition firstly to her direct teachers and Senior Tutor, then to the whole staff has proved invaluable, helping raise awareness of this condition and providing strategies for support.  Well done also for playing The Last Post on the trombone at the remembrance service.

Fawn engages with inclusive learning and is using the support astutely. What a great student and asset to college. Well done Fawn."

Lucy Pimlott

Nominated by Humanities

"Lucy is a dedicated and hardworking Humanities student. She produced an excellent NEA for Geography and is a passionate and regular contributor to class discussion as well as helping out at open events and also debate club. She is exactly what we want as an ambassador and role model for our department. Thank you and well done, Lucy."

Adrian Ashun-Sarpy

Nominated by Anita Blank

"Adrian is an absolute delight in tutorial and lights up the room. Always engaged, he makes great contributions to class discussions, has 100% attendance and two commendations so far from his teachers for being engaged, producing great work and being polite and respectful. What a fabulous student – he really deserves his success!"

Bradley Gerrard

Nominated by Anita Blank

"Bradley has had a really tough time recently but he has exhibited genuine true grit in engaging with support and going the extra mile to get back on track. I am incredibly impressed by how hard he is working and feel he truly deserves this recognition."

Courtney Broomhall 

Nominated by Anna Harvey

"Courtney is a fabulous student; I have the great pleasure of being her Senior Tutor for a second year. She has worked exceptionally hard on her UCAS application/personal statement; as a result, she is the first of my A2 students to submit her application and has already received offers back. Her progress is outstanding whereby she is destined for some amazing high grades."

James Nadin

Nominated by Anna Harvey

"James is an excellent student; he goes about his A2 studies with great independence and maturity. He has really settled into his final year at college, demonstrating exemplary attendance/punctuality (100%) to all his lessons/support sessions. Furthermore, he is actively engaged in pursuing/securing an apprenticeship (Business or Geography related), whereby he really does listen/use the advice provided in group tutorials to further his progress. He has been a pleasure to work with so far this academic year – well done James!"

Lucy Stevenson

Nominated by Debbie Macintosh

"Lucy maintains 100% attendance and has achieved excellent grades so far in A2. Also represented the Performing Arts department as a Student Ambassador, demonstrating excellent communication skills and a professional attitude. Additionally, she has completed and sent her UCAS application well in advance of the college internal deadline. An inspirational and outstanding student!"

Hafsah Shazad 

Nominated by Debbie Macintosh

"Hafsah has made an exceptional start to college – great attendance, superb grades in all 4 subjects and fully engaged in all Tutorial lessons and activities. Also represented the English department as a Student Ambassador and is keen to fully involve herself in college life. A brilliant and enthusiastic student!"

Usman Ghani

Nominated by Rick Allanson

"Usman has maintained 100% attendance and always demonstrates full engagement. 3 commendations so far, including one for Humanities from SLT members, and we’re only in the first term. Reliable and a pleasure to teach. Well done, Usman!"

Eve Hough

Nominated by Rick Allanson

"Eve is an absolute gem, an outstanding student. Her commitment to her studies and ambitions is reflected in 100% attendance, high grades in early A2 FAP and a commendation from Art in this first term. An absolute pleasure to tutor; she is reliable, resilient, polite and enthusiastic and destined to be a great success if she maintains her high standards."

Jack Sinfield 

Nominated by Rachel Allen

"Jack has demonstrated 100% commitment to completing his A levels, whilst balancing his passion for playing as a professional rugby player for Leeds Rhinos. His professionalism both on and off the rugby field has resulted in a disciplined approach to his studies showing consistently high grades (generally A to A* across his subjects). I am so proud of him as he navigates through his A2 year balancing his studying and rugby commitments with such dedication."

Tilly McConnell 

Nominated by Rachel Allen

"Tilly has demonstrated a gritty determination to rise to the challenge of making that transitional jump from school to college. Every week I see her in tutorial I have been able to see her confidence growing, she is tackling the barriers she has found within her college life so well, and when I have the pleasure of walking to tutorial with her, she is chatty, smiley and just great company! What a lovely student to have here, thank you and well done Tilly."

Emily Harold 

Nominated by Claire Thackery

"Emily has shown a determination to continue with her studies, despite health problems. She has 100% attendance this year and a commendation for helping on Open Day. What a credit to herself and a real asset to college!"

Noah Cooke

Nominated by Claire Thackery

"Noah has 100% attendance and has received a commendation in Physics. He demonstrates a confidence in speaking and was great at leading a class discussion in tutor group. He is a pleasure to have as a tutee and is deserving of any success that comes his way."

Tamzin France

Nominated by Mark Bates

"Tamzin has 100% attendance and had commendations from Business and Photography. Tamzin has grown in confidence over the past few weeks and is now the first one to answer questions in tutorial. She is proactive and really putting in the extra effort over this term. An excellent student who deserves to do well!"

Deivon Henshaw

Nominated by Mark Bates

"Deivon has excelled in his time at college. Reading his personal statement and putting together his UCAS reference has been an absolute pleasure. Deivon has 100% attendance and has achieved A,A,A* in his most recent FAPs – WOW! Well done, Deivon, keep it up."

Jakub Wisniewski

Nominated by Cassie Condon

"Jakub is a hardworking and dedicated student, who sets himself high targets. He has proven to be a very aspirational and driven and has continued to build upon his education outside of college. A great role model to others, well done Jakub."

Judith Ogonnowo Animashaun

 

Nominated by Cassie Condon

"As a student with English as a second language, Judith has found some aspects of college difficult, however, she has overcome many obstacles and has persistently worked hard over the last few years. She is a great example to others and deserves to do really well."

Tyler Brooks

By Emma Garrod

"A fantastic start to the year for Tyler – renewed focus and clearly determined to make a success of his studies.  Well done Tyler, and keep this up!"

Sally Hughes

Nominated by Emma Garrod

"I have nothing but praise for Sally – very focused, extremely driven, clearly determined and always smiling.   A great student and a pleasure to tutor."

Amber Price-Butterworth

Nominated by Damian Windle

"Amber is the consummate professional. She has gone above and beyond in creating a very competitive university application and has now secured an interview at Cambridge for Law on the 14th December. In addition, her EPQ is stunning and she already displays superb research skills. She is very calm and unflustered and is a shining example to us all."

Libby Smith 

Nominated by Damian Windle

"Libby embodies the phrase ‘Love of learning’. She is so enthusiastic for education that it is infectious. She is doing so well in all her subjects as well as being well ahead with her EPQ. She has listened to all advice given and put together a very strong application to read Chemistry at university. Libby works so hard but always with a smile on her face – I have nothing but admiration for her."

Doaa Hamed

Nominated by Florence Hilton

"Doaa has made a very strong impression on me with her clear focus on her studies. She has embraced all opportunities arising from college enrichment to develop herself both socially and academically. She researched her university course thoroughly and was one of the first ones to submit her UCAS application. A model student who deserves every success!"

Erin O’Leary Jackson

Nominated by Florence Hilton

"In tutorials Erin is focused and engaged and always makes a strong contribution to the group. She is very knowledgeable about current issues and can articulate her views sensitively.  She is an asset to the group and a pleasure to work with."

Ellie Pinnock

Nominated by Bobbie Johnson

"Ellie has settled well into her A2 year. She has matured both personally and academically. She is a delight to be around and has worked extremely hard in her studies this year, receiving praise from department. She has an infectious personality and it’s hard not to like her. I am so proud of her progress; she always makes me smile - she deserves this!"

Sasha O'Brien 

Nominated by Bobbie Johnson

"Sasha works extremely hard in her studies, always working, overcoming challenges and always wants to do her best. Not only is she a great student, but she is also lovely and caring and always asks “how has your day been”; always considering others. She is a brilliant tutee, engages well in sensitive issues in Tutorial and is always polite, responsive and appreciative to any feedback and advice given. I am so proud of her; she always makes me smile - she deserves this!"

Latisha Quinn

Nominated by Chris Evans

"Latisha has been exception in tutorial's so far, this academic year. However, the reason why I am nominating her is because she was the first of my tutees to have a fully finished UCAS application which has now been sent. This was only made possible by Latisha engaging with the UCAS subject support with her teachers as well as engaging successfully with the careers team all of whom have had a hand in perfecting her personal statement. On Top of this her UCAS reference is by far one of the best I have dealt with, and this is all down to how much energy and commitment she has shown in achieving her educational and career goals of becoming a Midwife. The extra-curriculum activities she has embarked on is second to none and this deserves to be celebrated."

Isabella Caulfield 

Nominated by Chris Evans

"I am nominating Isabella as I feel she is an unsung hero. She has been consistently achieving High Grades in all her subjects, since she arrived at ASFC. She is an incredibly mature student who understands the amount of time and effort that needs to go into her studies which is evident from her grades. Not only this but she is also a student who is full prepared for the next step to University. She also goes out of her way to support the college at Open Events as well. She is a true student advocate for the college."

Athiya Aktar

Nominated by Vicky Clough

"Athiya is a fabulous tutee, she has been working incredibly hard on her UCAS application and personal statement.  She brings positivity and sunshine into our tutorial sessions. It is a pleasure to he her tutor and the college is a better place with her in it!"

Tilly Heeley

Nominated by Vicky Clough

"Tilly encompasses everything you want in a tutee, someone who is hardworking, helpful and pleasant.  She is a pleasure to have in tutorial sessions. Well done and thank you, Tilly. "

Niamh Corcoran

Nominated by Janet Valentine

"Niamh has been offered an auditor traineeship at RSM for next September.  This is a highly sought-after position and she has secured it through sheer determination. Niamh has applyed for numerous roles, working alone and with me to complete complex applications and prepare for interviews and assessments with different employers.

She has combined all this brilliantly with her studies and part time jobs. She has fought incredibly hard for her success and is the very essence of determination and dedication. A  great exemplar for others to follow. Well done, Niamh."

Molly Edwards 

Nominated by Chris Cox

"Molly has been working very hard in preparation for her UCAS application.  She was one of the first tutees to send her Personal Statement to me for proof reading and responded very maturely to the feedback provided.  Her statement was well composed, comprehensive and highly relevant for her undergraduate programme of study.  Well done Molly - you deserve to get offers from all your chosen institutions and good luck with the rest of the application process."

Daiyanur Choudhury

Nominated by Shane Kelly

"exemplary attendance and effort"

Evie Hirst

Nominated by Shane Kelly

"hardworking and consistent effort with her studies"

Daisy Boardman 

Nominated by Oliver Thomasson

"Daisy is an England International U17s Volleyball player who has represented her country recently in an internal series in Denmark. Combining this with her studies is a real achievement, and deserving of an accolade. Well done, Daisy."

Well Done to all pupils for their hard work this term!