One of our Level 2 Creative Media Production & Technology students, Dora Batalona, has won a Jack Petchey award for being an outstanding student at Richmond upon Thames College.
The Jack Petchey Achievement Award Scheme recognises the positive contributions, efforts and endeavours of young people aged 11-25 across London and Essex. These achievements include being a great role model, volunteering, overcoming personal challenges and supporting others over and above expectations.
Each term exceptional students are nominated by their classmates to win a Jack Petchey award. The winner receives a £300 grant, which can be used for anything that will benefit the class. Previous winners have used the money for educational trips, subject equipment and talks from industry experts.
Dora was nominated and praised by her peers for being very hard working and an incredibly caring person. She is known for being respectful and a team player. Dora also brings energy to the class and is seen as helpful and always interested in others.
Dora’s tutor, Gordon Chin-Martin said of her performance and achievement:
“Dora is a very worthy winner of this Jack Petchey Award. From day one, she has been helpful, kind, and willing to help. She is approachable to both her peers and staff alike, and has time to listen, explain, and support everyone with both personal and academic challenges. She treats her peers with respect and embodies a genuine ‘can do’ attitude with the group. Dora is a real asset to the course and the College too - I sincerely wish her well with this well-deserved commendation.”
Huge congratulations, Dora!