StarNews Spring 2024
Welcome to the Spring 2024 edition of StarNews.
In the latest edition of StarNews, we cover our Hereford learners helping their peers achieve the DofE award, how technology is transforming student lives, students’ skiing in Andorra and more.
Read our stories
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Leading the way to independence
Not content with achieving their Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award, Hereford students William and Tom are now helping their peers to achieve the coveted award.
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Students’ lives transformed by technology
Four National Star students spoke to hundreds of people at Bett, a leading education technology show to explain how technology has transformed their lives for the better.
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Rising and shining for charity
More than 120 fundraisers put their best foot forward for people with disabilities and braved the elements to join us for our annual Sunrise Walk.
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Ski experience challenges fears and builds confidence
Twelve National Star students have challenged themselves to experience life in the fast lane when they travelled to Andorra to ski as part of an educational experience.
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Trustee takes to the skies
Are you ready to take to the skies like Chas Howes and wing walk to raise money for young people with complex disabilities?
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Jack steps into work
Work Outcomes student Jack is looking forward to a brighter future after securing a paid valeting job.
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Friday night club vibes
What young person does not enjoy a good boogie with friends on a Friday night? That’s why the VIBE pop–up nightclub was born at National Star.
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Fundraising stars
We're incredibly thankful for our fundraising stars: Emma, Paul, Hoburne, Wagada Gloucestershire Hauliers' Association and Advanced Removals and Storage.
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Students shared views on national radio
National Star students broadcasted to the nation when they hosted BBC Radio 5 Live Drive at our campus in Ullenwood.
