🍦Leaver’s Day Out!😎 – With the academic year drawing to a close soon, we have a few bits to round-up and some celebrations ahead before we sign off for the summer in a couple of weeks. Last week, leavers from both our Moreton and Gillingham campuses came together and enjoyed a brilliant day out in Weymouth, visiting Rossi’s Ice Cream, Weymouth, the local amusement arcade, and had lunch on the beach.
“This has been one of our busiest years at EMA, with all our students working incredibly hard, and we wanted to make sure all the leavers from both campuses were given a chance to celebrate, reflect, and have fun together before we wrap up. Some are moving on to Supported Internships, some are exploring further education, and others are heading into paid employment. We are so proud of them all! Their graduation ceremony is still to come and we can’t wait to see everyone in their gowns for one last celebration for them” – Emma, Admissions and Progression Coordinator at EMA
🎓A few students also shared their thoughts their time with EMA and their next steps.
“The main thing I’ve enjoyed about EMA is the people, and all the social and community parts. When I first started I wasn’t sure if I was going to fit in – I didn’t know if EMA was right for my level, so I was happy and surprised to see I that they definitely were, and it’s really been so great. Claire has helped me sharpen my skills in the kitchen too. I’m going to miss everyone, but this is a new chapter now and that’s a good thing” – Jacob
“I’m looking forward to what’s next. I’m hoping to continue to become more confident, help young children with being creative, and maybe even go to an art college. Everyone has been so helpful to me, and I’m going to miss them all” – Sophie
“It’s not fully settled in that it’s coming to an end but I’ve been opened up to so many opportunities at EMA. I’ve really never had this kind of support anywhere. It’s really helped me to succeed. I will miss Max, Bridget, Holly, Kerry, Claire – and all the café staff. I hope to find some voluntary work soon as I figure out what to do next. It’s an exciting time. ” – Aaron
