Stoke on Trent College remembers war heroes with Remembrance Event
Students, staff, governors and partners gathered at Stoke on Trent College’s Burslem Campus on Monday 11 November 2024, to mark Armistice Day.
The College held its annual Remembrance event, which was led by students and Reverend Alison Thomas and included the reading of poems from learners studying English, Public Services and Electrical Studies.
A selection of wreaths made by learners from across the Cauldon and Burslem campuses were laid, and wooden crosses crafted by Construction, Multi-Trade, Carpentry, and Joinery students were displayed as part of the event.
The event was a neutral all-faith/no-faith event and provided an opportunity to reflect and remember events that have impacted our lives and our future. The College Marketing team also live-streamed the event on YouTube for those in the wider community to participate in watching live on Armistice Day.
Antoinette Lythgoe, Chief Financial Officer and Interim CEO at Stoke on Trent College said,
“Our annual Remembrance Event is a special date in the College calendar for students, staff, governors, partners and the wider community. Over the last half term, our students have been working on a wide range of materials for the service.
“Contributions to the event are College-wide, with key moments including the parade by our Public Service students, poem preparation and readings and of course the crafting of the crosses and wreathes, which were laid at the Stoke on Trent College cenotaph during the ceremony.
“Health and Social Care students prepared a beautiful display of reflection whilst Media students also supported with video and photography to ensure the service could be shared within our wider community.
“We take this opportunity to honour fallen war heroes – particularly previous students and members of staff and their family and friends who have served.”
Stoke on Trent College is also proud to be part of the Armed Forces Covenant. The Bronze Award shows the college’s commitment to becoming a Forces Friendly employer and supporting those serving in the Armed Forces, veterans and their families plus being a great educational institution for future Armed Forces applicants.
