Craven College joined with the rest of the country to pay respects and remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice throughout conflicts.
On Sunday 10 November Principal and CEO Anita Lall, and Wesley McGlinchey, Assistant Principal for Curriculum & Student Experience represented the College at the Remembrance Service at The Cenotaph in Skipton, paying tribute to those who gave their lives in service to our country.
Back on campus, students and staff joined together for a service of reflection at Ribblehead Memorial Garden. Equine students have been carefully creating purple poppies, to represent the key roles and extreme sacrifices that animals have made in times of conflict. Special guests Freddie and Dink, who were wearing purple poppies were ridden up from Craven Equine by Jenny Hartley and Holly Morrow to take part in the event.
Construction students have made poppies which have been decorated by students from around College, whilst knitted poppies and decorated pebbles were also part of a stunning display of remembrance. A huge number of students have been involved in making this wonderful display a true “One College, One Team” effort.
Noah Garbutt, one of our Fresh Start Students read a poem before an impeccably observed two minutes’ silence. Students then laid wreaths to commemorate the fallen.
Rosemary Simpson, Student Services Manager spoke at the service, “We come together today not just to remember the sacrifices made by those who served in times of war, but to honour the courage, resilience, and spirit of all who gave their lives for the freedoms we enjoy today.
“For students, this is day to connect with history in a very real and personal way. Whilst the events we remember today may seem distant, their impact continues to shape our world today. Remembrance is not just about looking back; it is about ensuring that the lessons learned from the past guide our actions in the present and future”.
