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The best of the best

Sixteen exceptional students were honoured at a special prize-giving ceremony at the Academy.

Staff from each year group and Learning Village had the tough task of nominating a student who they considered to have been the most exceptional during the year.

Principal Lorna Caldicott said: "These students have been singled out from hundreds of other young people as being the best of the best. They have all had an outstanding year at the Academy and should all feel extremely proud."  

Chairman of Governors Peter Mitchell presented winners with a certificate and 2000 Vivo points or gift vouchers. He said that he was extremely impressed with all the students and had enjoyed meeting them all.

The winners, with comments from staff:

Excel Learning Village - Stephanie Matz

This student has shown great commitment to her studies and has a positive attitude. She has also represented the Village at several events. She is a delightful young lady who is a pleasure to work with.

Performing Arts Village - Tenita Williams

When Miss Cook was away, Tenita stepped in to help mentor students and was a great help in the department. She has shown outstanding dedication all year and has been involved in numerous events.

Studio 6, Year 12 - Ashleigh Rabe

Ashleigh has always been there to lend a hand and has put her soul into the school. She has made an outstanding commitment and contribution to the school enrichment programme. 

Explore Learning Village - Nina Stanford

This student is a joy to be with and is a model student. She has 98.7% attendance, has made good progress and is incredibly helpful. She is also a Student Voice representative.

Discover Learning Village - Jessica Dowler

Jessica is very mature and motivated and performs to her best time after time. She is a genuine pleasure to teach.

Aspire Learning Village - Iesha Killen

An all-round excellent student, Iesha has performed at dance events, presented to parents at the Year 9 evening, took part in the BBC news report project and is a Student Voice representative.

Achieve Learning Village - Damon Bateman

Coming into the school during the holidays to revise is just one of the ways in which Damon has shown how determined he is to do well. He has worked very hard during the year and it is a real pleasure to see his positive attitude.

Studio 6, Year 13 - Daryel Anthony

Daryel's work on school radio with Year 8 students has demonstrated his great leadership skills, and he has been an excellent role model and ambassador.  He has been a key student leader at parents' evenings and events, and his attendance record is 100%. He has been fantastic to work with.

Art and Design Village - Gary Tran

This student has shown high commitment and effort in order to achieve the best possible results. Much of his work in art and graphics has been outstanding.

Science Village - James Gregg

Described as a model student, James has done exceptionally well. He is diligent, attentive and highly conscientious. He is always willing to help other students and wants to see them achieve too.

PE Village - Kevin Moyo

A talented baskeball player, Kevin was selected to play for MK Lions this year - a real achievement and beating fierce competition. He is dedicated to the sport and aims to gain a scholarship to study basketball in America. Kevin is a role model for younger students as he offers encouragement and help.

Modern Foreign Languages - Rubine Parveen

Described as a little star, Rubine has shown outstanding achievement due to her excellent attitude to learning.  

Humanities - Kayla Wood

Kayla started the year feeling that she could not do her history work, but as the year progressed she worked very hard, and achieved better and better results. 

Maths - Bernita Johnson

This student is hard working and has produced some exceptionally good work this year. She has been a pleasure to work with, and always gave her best.

English - Lucy Harris

Lucy was entered into GCSE English early, and achieved the highest grade of all the students entered. This was a fantastic result, and Lucy has been very hard working.

Principal's Award - Giovanna Laryea

This special award was presented to Giovanna for her hard work and commitment to the Anti-Bullying Focus Group. She offers support to the younger members of the group and is always willing to take on responsibility, helping with the planning and organisation of sessions. Giovanna also represents the Academy at the MK Anti-Bullying Forum and has been commended on the extremely good job she has done there. Giovanna is studying A-level biology, chemistry, maths and Italian. She aims to study medicine at university and eventually become a pediatrician. She is a fantastic student and a credit to the school.