College toasts achievements of students

The achievements and commitment of students and staff across Derby College Group have gone under the spotlight with a series of celebration events.

Young people and adults who have been studying a wide range of subjects from childcare to professional construction recently gathered for presentations to mark the end of the academic year, celebrate success and bid farewell to those moving onto the next stage of their lives.

The events organised ranged from large presentation ceremonies to smaller gatherings and other events, including a jobs fair for health and social care students at the Roundhouse to find out more about work placement and career opportunities open to them.

Mandie Stravino OBE, DCG’s principal and chief executive, said: “After a challenging but very successful year, different curriculum areas wanted to celebrate their students’ hard work and achievements in their own unique ways.

“Many of the young people who started their college journey two years ago in the midst of the pandemic have faced unprecedented challenges in an incredibly positive and mature way and deserve special mention.

“The celebration events were also an opportunity for students to thank their teachers and support teams who have gone above to help them achieve their goals.”