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Together, we’re unstoppable Student and staff case studies from lockdown.
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The year in pictures Snapshots of the academic year. Spongebob? Spot Spongebob in a sea of Minions!
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We go back to to 1995.
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What’s new for September.
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Bolton train station’s poetry competition.
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Top 5 cinema movies What to watch on the big screen. Your future in the fast lane The new Motor Vehicle Employer Academy. Keep Fit Pamela Reif’s 10 minute workout. Euro 2020 Fun facts about the footie tournament.
Catering Dishes prepared by our students.
Competition time! Win a £20 Amazon voucher.
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Stay positive How to keep positive.
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Learning resources Activities and links to bridge the gap between school and College. Are your details correct? Keep your contact details up to date.
Tik Tok Funnies Clips to make you smile.
A message from the Principal Firstly, and most importantly, I hope that this issue finds you and your family keeping well. The past few months have been challenging, but I’m so proud of how our students and tutors have risen to the challenge; we’ve included snippets of the fantastic feedback we’ve received in this issue. Although the past few months have been spent out of College, there was much to celebrate prior to lockdown. This includes festivals, awards and the outstanding achievements of our students, so we’ve included our favourite photos in this issue. Other highlights in this magazine include links to our learning resources, helping to bridge the gap between school and College. I highly recommend these. Happy reading and please enjoy a wonderful summer and a well-earned break. Bill Webster Principal of Bolton College
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We’ve been overwhelmed by the positive feedback we’ve received from our students and staff during lockdown. We’ve supported each other and shown drive, determination and ambition – we want to share some of it with you!
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Rob’s really stepped up and flourished; he’s worked in a care home tirelessly throughout lockdown, living away from his family because some of them are vulnerable.
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Already a star student, Ollie’s remained engaged; he was even invited on to BBC Radio Manchester to talk about lockdown learning.
Our students have encountered difficulties but still managed to adapt to a different way of learning; I applaud them!
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Leah’s Media Make-up work from home has been outstanding. She’s not let lockdown get in the way of her ambitions.
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Muna’s shined in lockdown; she’s completed non-compulsory work to get university ready.
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The mentors have been fantastic! Some learners don’t really have access to technology, so the team found ways to overcome this and get the job done.
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I’m visually impaired, so I was really struggling with my GCSE work during lockdown. This was picked up straight away by the College, I got the support I needed, and now I feel really confident.
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I couldn’t believe it when staff from the art department turned up on my doorstep, during lockdown, with full personal protective equipment on. They dropped off my sketchbook, from a safe distance, so I could work on it. They did the same for my mates. Thanks to them, I’m still on track for a Distinction.
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I was thinking about quitting my course during lockdown but fortunately, my tutor and mentor persuaded me not to. They put loads of support in place, checking in on me constantly, and now I’ve just applied for uni!
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Ravinder, who teaches Business, has continued to put others first during lockdown. She used her charity connections to sort support for a learner whose family were struggling to buy food.
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Sofia wowed me by setting up Whatsapp groups to support her classmates through lockdown.
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Paul’s volunteered at the Hospital’s mental health unit in lockdown. He’s wrote poetry and music for the patients and shared creative recovery strategies. We’re so proud of him.
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Asim’s engaged from day one of lockdown. He’s been online all day, every day, to complete all his tasks and tests. He’s remained pleasant, respectful and hardworking.
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Sports apprentices Charlie and Finn have worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic, taking up roles outside of their job spec by becoming Teaching Assistants and caring for children of key workers.
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Charlie goes out of his way to help his colleagues and the children he works with. It’s a pleasure working with Finn; he plays a positive and significant role in the school.
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They don’t have access to our professional kitchens, but that’s not stopped our Catering students from producing show-stopping dishes from home!
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The construction department’s tutors and mentors have been on it during lockdown. The mentors have been in touch constantly, pushing us, and the tutors have done some really engaging Zoom lessons.
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With the help of Admissions, Hannah set up a Zoom open event for nursing; this led to the highest number of portfolio submissions for the Cadet programme, an amazing achievement in the current climate.
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Patient, understanding, encouraging – this is Laura over the past few months! She always has our best interests at heart.
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In lockdown, staff have shown exceptional communication skills and understood each individual’s needs. I’ve seen them on the phone, patiently helping parents and carers to access Moodle, so that they can support their child at home.
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The support team, they’ve been outstanding in lockdown! Thanks to them, so many students have completed their studies and moved on to the next level of their learning.
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We can all agree that this academic year has certainly been different! As it draws to a close, here are our favourite College moments, before lockdown hit… Song, dance and vibrant stalls were the order of the day at the College’s Diversity Festival.
Callum Stamp was crowned the UK’s Best Young Make-up Artist, for his work on fellow student Raesa Kaduji.
Andy Burnham visited College for ‘Celebrating Success’; outstanding learners enjoyed a three-course meal made by Catering & Hospitality students. Campus Buzz page 8
Performance by Hara in the College theatre.
Make-up Artistry students sleighed it, with a competition dedicated to the theme of Christmas movies.
Apprentices were visited in their workplace by the College’s Directors.
Sports student Jack Foxley landed a football scholarship in America.
One of many professional make-up workshops.
Hairdressing apprentice Caitlin Hesketh was named ‘Young Person of the Year’ at the Bolton Business Awards. Campus Buzz page 9
Jake Wesley was declared winner of the annual Mayor’s Ball dessert competition.
Plasterer Emilio Boaro reached the finals of ‘Student of the Year’.
Secondary school students enjoyed a ‘Taste of the Future’ in the College’s kitchens.
Roofing apprentices went head to head for the North West Roof Training Group Competition.
Foundation learner William Lyons volunteered in Diversity, wowing colleagues and students with his work ethic.
Painting & Decorating apprentice Amber Glennie created a stunning mural, promoting a reduction in plastics.
A gig-theatre musical performance in the Atrium, by actor-musicians from the Octagon Theatre’s hit show, ‘Seagulls’.
Performing Arts students’ panto, ‘Robin Hood & Babes in the Wood’, was a rip-roaring success!
Freshers’ Fair 2020.
The Little Things - a play about mental health - was a huge hit.
Adult & Community Learning Awards.
Ashleigh Emmason was a Festival of Learning Awards finalist.
The College’s Fitness Suite was furnished with new, cutting-edge equipment.
Bolton College’s Higher Education classes of 2019 graduated.
Golden Girl Kiera Byland added to her haul of international cycling medals.
Spotlight on Mental Health, for World Mental Health Day.
Bolton College Challenge
Can You Spot Spongebob? Spongebob’s hiding in this crowd of Minions - can you spot him? Campus Buzz page 14
Let’s roll back the years to 1995, when Claire Adams transformed her sister Hazel into Freddy Kruger for our annual Media Make-up Showcase.
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NEW for september 2020! BTEC Level 3 Forensics & Criminal Investigation
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BTEC Level 3 Forensics & Criminal Investigation If you want an exciting career in Forensics, Criminology, Policing or Forensic Psychology, then this full-time study programme is the place to start! Equivalent to three A Levels, you’ll learn: • Science Investigation Skills • Forensic Investigation Practices
• Criminal Investigation Procedures • Applications of Criminology
Once completed, you’ll have the qualifications to progress to a Higher Education degree, allowing you to pursue a career as a: • Police Officer • Crime Scene Investigator • Prison Officer
• Forensic Scientist • Psychologist • Criminal Profiler • Plus more!
Like more information? Please email Mike Bruns, our Curriculum Leader for Public Services, on mike.bruns@boltoncc.ac.uk Campus Buzz page 16
NEW for september 2020! BTEC LEVEL 3 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EXTENDED DIPLOMA
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BTEC Level 3 Information Technology Extended Diploma Think a career in Computing & IT means fixing computers? Think again! IT is one of the fastest-growing industries, so there are lots of paths to choose in this exciting sector. On this specialist, two-year course, which is the equivalent to three A Levels, topics include: • IT Service Delivery
• Programming
• Cyber Security
• IT Project Management
Optional units include: • Website Development
• Digital Animation & Effects
• Games Development
Once completed, there are opportunities to progress to university, or to begin a career in the IT sector. Once qualified, careers could include: • IT Operations Technician • IT Project Manager • App Designer
• Computer Games Developer • Computer Games Tester • Web Designer
• Systems Analyst • Animator • Cyber Security Specialist
Like more information? Please email our Curriculum Leader for Computing & IT on maxine.houghton@boltoncc.ac.uk
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Bolton College’s Motor Vehicle Employer Academy, proudly supported by the RRG Group.
Bolton College is excited to announce its brand new Motor Vehicle Employer Academy supported by the RRG Group, and world-famous car brands Toyota, Lexus and Skoda! Thanks to the RRG Group, one of the most successful car dealership groups in Northern England, studying motor vehicle at Bolton College just got better. Motor vehicle students will continue to enjoy high-class training and inspirational teaching, but the new Academy is going to bring even more benefits:
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• Training on the latest hybrid and electric vehicle technology. • High-quality industry placements, helping our students to find their dream role. • Experienced guest speakers from the RRG Group, providing an overview and professional insight into the car industry. • Mock interviews with recruitment experts from the motor vehicle sector. • Access to the University of Bolton’s National Centre for Motorsport Engineering.
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On completion of their programme, our students will be well-equipped for the future, with the technical and personal skills needed to excel in the fast-paced motor vehicle industry. It’s time to speed towards success! If you have applied for a motor vehicle course, further details about the Academy will be provided in September.
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Workout
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10 minute’s exercise isn’t much of a challenge right? WRONG! Try Pamela Reif’s 10 minute full-body workout video. It’ll feel like the longest ten minutes of your life, but after peeling yourself off the floor, you’ll feel fantastic and be ready for the day ahead!
Euro 2020 was meant to kick off on the 12th June but instead, the football tournament has been rescheduled for next summer. Until then, get your Euros footie fix here…
The only player to score in two finals is Spain’s Fernando Torres, in 2008 and 2012.
No team has played as many games as England without reaching the final - that’s 31 matches, 0 finals!
In 1992, Denmark failed to qualify for the tournament. However, after war broke out in the former Yugoslavia, Denmark was asked to replace them. Denmark went on to win the whole competition!
Originally, the tournament was called the ‘European Nations Cup’, and the first final took place in 1960.
The only managers at Euro 2020 to have won the tournament as players are Didier Deschamps for France, and Ronald Koeman for the Netherlands.
The final of Euro 2020, postponed until next year, will be held at Wembley Stadium. The last time Wembley hosted a final was 1996.
Euro 2000 is considered to be the best one ever – it was the highest scoring tournament, with 85 goals, which is an average of 2.74 goals per match. Campus Buzz page 23
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Chicken alfredo, by Alex Grounds
Fish curry with vegetables, by Manual Telo De Ponte
Jammy dodger cupcakes, by Adele Kay Campus Buzz page 25
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Understanding how to stay positive Stay Fit Pencil in some daily exercise routines to add structure to your day. Added benefits include boosting your immune system, reducing stress, and supporting your mental health.
Stay Connected Don’t isolate yourself and lose your connections. Luckily, we live in the 21st century where technology has helped us to connect or reconnect with people from all around the world. So, even though we cannot physically meet up, there are always ways to enjoy each other’s company virtually, to help take our mind off things.
Look After Your Wellbeing When you start feeling overwhelmed, practise mindfulness. You can do this by meditating, doing yoga, or anything else you may find therapeutic. Here are some NHS-approved wellbeing apps to aid mindfulness: Click Here
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Lockdown Tips Coping with the new normal Support and advice during Covid-19. The recent TSR student poll shows that students across the country are struggling with the changes brought by COVID-19 and the consequent lockdown restrictions. When asked about factors affecting their mental health, many identified a lack of purpose or routine as having the biggest impact on their wellbeing. Loneliness brought by lack of social contact was also noted to have an impact on their wellbeing.
Top things you can do to help We’ve put together a list of useful tips on how to cope with the new normal:
Create a timetable Maintain the same routine as you would do on a normal day. Start each day by creating a timetable and a list of tasks you need to complete for the day. This is important for giving you a sense of routine and purpose.
Distinguish your workspace from your personal space It is important that you maintain a work/life balance. It is easy to feel that you have no routine when working from home. Your personal space has suddenly become workspace and there’s no sense of escape. By setting up a workspace in your home, you are able to set a specific area to work in and with the help of your timetable, you will be able to switch off when you need to.
Schedule Breaks
Schedule frequent breaks to help you stay focused. Campus Buzz page 29
College life is just around the corner We’re very excited about working with you to help you achieve your future ambitions. The world has been a bit confusing recently, so we’d like to reassure you that when it comes to your next steps, we’re here to support you. You can help prepare for College by checking out our recommended materials and activities in the learning resources linked below and on the opposite page. These materials aren’t just about the classroom either, they also give a taste of college life, with links to our amazing enrichment programme and previous issues of our student emags. Select an area of interest but if you’re not 100% sure about your next step, simply browse the range of options. If you have any questions about applying to Bolton College, or your existing application, please email our admissions team on admissions@boltoncc.ac.uk Remember, you’re in safe hands! Click here to view all learning resources or click an area of interest on the page opposite.
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learning resources
HAIRDRESSING, BARBERING & MAKE-UP ART, DESIGN & DIGITAL MEDIA
SPORTS & FITNESS
COMPUTING & IT
TRAVEL & TOURISM
EVENT, HOSPITALITY & CATERING
MOTOR VEHICLE HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
PUBLIC SERVICES
BEAUTY THERAPY
APPLIED SCIENCE
ESOL CHILDCARE
PERFORMING ARTS
ENGINEERING BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
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Are your contact DETAILS CORRECT? Now, more than ever, it’s essential that your contact details are up to date. Important information regarding your course and start date is communicated via email, post, and in some instances, by phone. If your details aren’t correct, then we have no way of reaching you, which means missing out on essential information regarding your College course and joining us in September. If your contact details have changed, it’s really easy to let us know. Simply email admissions@ boltoncc.ac.uk
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