EDUCATION

Wicked Time

Sixteen aspiring change makers, aged 9-14, have had their persuasive essays shortlisted to win an inspiring competition hosted by the stage musical Wicked, as part of its Wicked Active Learning cultural learning programme, and the National Literacy Trust. Schools across Yorkshire are well-represented with shortlisted entries from change makers in Bradford and Halifax through to the final 16. The overall winners of the Wicked Writers: Be The Change competition will be awarded a class trip to see Wicked in London, as well as an in-person workshop with award-winning author of the High-Rise Mystery series and The Good Turn, Sharna Jackson.