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23 G&T geographers spend day making their own news. BBC Essex's Richard Martin was at hand helping students and reporting with live interviews on the radio during the day. Deborah Stephenson, BBC School Report mentor, also from BBC Essex advised students how to keep news concise and appropriate for the audience. The day went really well and we have coverage in the local and regional newspapers. Students are already asking if they can join for next year. ‘I am very proud of you young reporter… Continue

We had our first practice day last Thursday. 25 students were involved in making and broadcasting news. Some students were preparing news articles week in advance. Two yr8 students arranged interviews and were making video about the Naze cliffs, in their own time. Some yr9 students were interviewing the principal, collage bursar and other staff about the rising energy cost. They also asked collage council of their views. We were also approached by BBC News Channel’s reporter Julia Williams and… Continue