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Care cash boost
for schools
SCHOOLS in Liverpool are
set to benefit from a cash boost for educating children that have
been in care. The Government has recently extended the £1,900
of Pupil Premium funding per child to those young people who have
been adopted, or who are now looked after under a Special
Guardianship or Residence Orders. The money will be used by schools
to address underlying inequalities among pupils and raise
attainment. But parents and guardians must let their child's
school know by January 16 2014, and provide supporting evidence such
as an adoption order; otherwise the school will not get the money.
The City Council has already written to around 150 parents and
guardians of those eligible in Liverpool to urge them to get in
touch with their child's school. Schools have also been asked to
raise awareness of the issue.
Councillor Jane Corbett, Cabinet member for children's services and
education, said:- "This is valuable extra money for schools
and I would urge parents and guardians to make sure their child's
school does not miss out."
Schools are eligible if they educate a child who:-
► Was adopted from care on or after 30 December 2005 (under the
Adoption and Children Act 2002)
► Left care under a Special
Guardianship Order on or after 30 December 2005 (under the Children
Act 1989)
► Left care under a Residential
Order on or after 14 October 1991 (under the Children Act 1989)
Pupil Premium money is already allocated to schools to work with
young people who have been registered for free school meals at any
point in the last 6 years, children who have been looked after
continuously for more than 6 months, and children of service
personnel.
Everton girl lands place on top sporting scheme
18 year old student and international soccer
star Lucy Whipp from Bickerstaffe has been awarded a place on a top
scheme for young athletes.
Lucy who is currently studying for her A-levels at Winstanley
College, landed a place on the prestigious Talented Athlete
Scholarship Scheme (TASS). The bright young athlete currently plays
for Everton Ladies 1st team at the same time as studying for her
A-levels.
The TASS is based at Liverpool John Moores University and on the
scheme Lucy will receive support such as strength and conditioning,
physiotherapy, lifestyle and sport psychology.
Her place on this highly respected scheme means that Lucy can
continue to achieve outstanding sporting success along with
continuing her education. Lucy said:- "I'm really pleased and
proud to gain a place on the scheme, as it will be really helpful in
my development as an athlete. I'll continue to play for Everton
Ladies 1st team and take a year out before deciding on a future
career."
Lucy has an impressive track record in football, including 11 caps
for England and was part of the team who played in the UEFA European
Women's Under 17 Championships. Lucy was the only forward who played
in all 6 matches for England.
Lucy says:- "My proudest moment is probably going to Ireland
to play in the European qualifiers for England Under 17s where I was
lucky enough to play a part in all three games. We ended up winning
all our games and topping the group; a great experience all round!" |
The Beryl
Marsden Story
MERSEYBEAT'S best female
vocalist is celebrated in a brand new musical. The life and
career of Liverpool born singer Beryl Marsden is to be celebrated on
stage in a brand new musical 'One Dream - The Beryl Marsden Story'.
Following its sell out pilot performances at the world famous Cavern
Club on Mathew Street, 'One Dream' is now moving to the
City's Epstein
Theatre from 14 March 2014 to 16 March 2014. The performances mark the 50th
anniversary of the release of Beryl's live recording of 'Everybody
Loves a lover' on the LP 'Live at The Cavern.'
60's singer Beryl Marsden said:- "Staging our show at the
Epstein Theatre has presented us with the opportunity to develop and
expand ONE DREAM into a major musical production. I am really
excited to have the musical performed at such a great theatre, it
holds such fond memories for me. We have such a talented company of
actors and musicians. I can't wait for March to see the show on a
main stage."
Beryl began singing as a child and at the age of 15 and was invited
to join local group The Undertakers. Beryl went on to perform
regularly at The Cavern alongside many of the well-known groups of
the time, including The Beatles with whom she toured across the UK
in 1965.
At the age of 16 Beryl went on to appear at the Star Club in Hamburg
on the same bill as rock n roll stars such as Chuck Berry and Jerry
Lee Lewis. In 1966, Beryl joined Rod Stewart, Peter Green and Mick
Fleetwood to form a new group 'Shotgun Express'. They made two
singles and were together for about 18 months. After singing with
John Lennon on his record 'Instant Karma', Beryl returned to
Liverpool to work on the local soul and R&B circuit. She is
considered the best female singer on the Merseybeat scene, and is
still very highly regarded as a performer.
'One Dream - The Beryl Marsden Story' shows how Beryl was helped in her
struggle to overcome an intensely traumatising period in her life by
discovering and practising Buddhism, and how this led to her close
friendship with singer Sandie Shaw.
The musical features some great 60's classic songs, together with
some new original material. A pilot run of the show was initially
performed at The Cavern Club in June 2013, proving hugely
successful, playing to sell out audiences. The show is now ready to
hit the main stage.
'One Dream' is a ground breaking musical which mirrors the ups and
downs of the music business and reflects the special charm of the
heady days of Merseybeat seen through the eyes of one of its
greatest talents – Beryl Marsden.
To book and for more information call:- 0844 888 4411,
visit:-
epsteinliverpool.co.uk or book in person at the theatre
box office.
Southport Access For
Everyone Forum - Update
THE next meeting of
Southport Access For Everyone Forum (SAFE) will be held at the
Victoria Methodist Church, Sussex Road, Southport, Merseyside, PR8
6DG, on Monday 27, January 2014, from 7.00pm. The meeting is a free
public meeting and the premises are fully accessible for wheelchair
users. It also has adequate car parking facilities, and light
refreshments will be served will be served before the meeting
commences. Anyone with an interest in disability issues is welcome
to attended any of the public SAFE meetings. For more information
about the group please visit:-
southportaccessforeveryone.org
or phone them on:- 07866531036. |
