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County Durham students took part in the 18th Future Business Magnates competition .
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FUTURE MAGNATES
County Durham school students showcase entrepreneurial skills
Talented students from 15 schools across County Durham gathered at Beamish Hall Hotel for the final of the County Durham Future Business Magnates competition .
Organised by Business Durham , the business support service of Durham County Council , the competition is designed raise aspirations and develop enterprising skills in young people from across the county .
In this annual competition teams of Year 8 students are given the opportunity to collaborate with mentors , engage in realworld business challenges and gain invaluable insights into the business world .
Now in its 18th year , Future Business Magnates continues to inspire and empower the county ’ s next generation of business leaders .
These aspiring entrepreneurs tackled a wide range of challenges , displaying creativity , adaptability , and problem-solving skills in this year ’ s theme of ‘ Solving today ’ s problems with tomorrow ’ s technology ’.
A panel of judges comprising industry leaders , business experts and community influencers had the crucial task of assessing the participants ’ business proposals and crowning the winners .
“ We were very impressed by the quality of the ideas presented by the students ,” said Sarah Slaven , managing director of Business Durham , who sat on the panel .
“ It ’ s inspiring to see such enthusiasm in young people to develop solutions to current issues they feel passionate about such as the climate , cost of living pressures and mental health .”
St John ’ s Catholic School and Sixth Form Centre were crowned 2023 winners of the competition .
The event was made possible through the generous support of sponsors , mentors and community partners , including Aycliffe firm BTS Facades and Fabrications .
EIGHT JUNIOR SCHOOLS TAKE PART IN WOODHAM ’ S ANNUAL SCIENCE PROGRAMME
Woodham Academy recently marked a significant milestone as 140 bright young minds from nine different schools successfully completed the highly acclaimed Science Ambassador Programme , in collaboration with Durham University .
The scheme , designed to foster a passion for science and inspire future generations , proved to be a resounding success as students showcased their newfound knowledge and enthusiasm .
Over the past several months , students from Woodham Academy dedicated themselves to exploring the vast realms of scientific discovery , through hands-on experiments , engaging discussions , and interactive workshops .
The programme aimed to ignite curiosity , encourage critical thinking , and promote collaboration among budding scientists .
Woodham Academy then became the host school , inviting eight different primary schools
140 primary school students visited Woodham Academy as part of Durham University ’ s Science Ambassador Programme .
from the town of Newton Aycliffe to be trained by these students .
The Science Ambassador Programme not only focused on theoretical knowledge , but also emphasised the importance of effective science communication .
Woodham ’ s head teacher Andrew Bell said : “ The completion of the Science Ambassador Programme is a testament to the hard work , dedication and sheer brilliance of these young minds .
“ We are immensely proud of each and every one of them for embracing the wonders of science and emerging as ambassadors for the scientific community .”
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