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A Late Christmas Present That Made a Big Difference
A late Christmas present is always appreciated — especially when it brings joy to children spending the festive season in hospital. Two St John’s Sixth Form students, Caitlin Bell and Lily Atkinson, were recently awarded the Team Volunteering Award 2025/26 at the Bishop Auckland Town Council Awards. They received this recognition for organising Christmas gift donations for the Children’s Ward at Darlington Memorial Hospita
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Balancing Study and Sport: Hannah’s Journey in Acrobatic Gymnastics
Hannah Singlewood in Year 13 writes… Acrobatic gymnastics is a discipline that is often overshadowed by the more widely recognised artistic gymnastics. It involves athletes working in partnerships to perform routines that combine artistry, strength and teamwork through balances and dynamic sequences, relying heavily on trust and coordination to execute complex skills.
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Sixth Form Spotlight: Beth Teasdale Balances Football Success With Academic Study
Year 13 student Beth Teasdale plays football for the Newcastle Under 21s Women’s Team. They compete in the Professional Game Academy, playing against other academy teams from across England.