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Governors show their quality
A PEMBROKESHIRE school’s governing body is celebrating achieving a key award.
Pembroke School’s Governing Body has become the first in the county to be awarded the Governors Wales Quality Mark Bronze Award.
Supported by the Welsh Government, the award recognises good practice and procedures in the support a Governing Body provides to the management of its school.
Councillor Ken Rowlands, Cabinet Member for Education, said the role of governors was crucial for schools.
“By achieving this award Pembroke School’s governors have shown their commitment and dedication to their role,” he said.
“If governing bodies have the right procedures and processes in place then their contribution and influence can make a real difference to the leadership and management of schools – and in raising standards.”
To complete the award governors have to submit evidence about the way they work and successfully meet a minimum of 43 criteria from a total of nearly 50 measures of effectiveness.
Chair of Governors, Stuart Walder said it had been an exceptionally useful exercise.“It showed that although we met best practice for many criteria there were a number of areas, where we could improve our support for the school,” he said.
“Although we were only half-way through the award process in December last year, Estyn inspectors recognised the robust challenge provided by the governing body as being a factor in good prospects for future improvement by the school.
“Since then, and having completed the Bronze Award, I am confident we are even better placed to support the development of the school – and particularly the implementation of the Pembroke Learning Campus proposed by Pembrokeshire County Council.”
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Stuart Walder (centre) is pictured along with Councillor Ken Rowlands, (left) and Councillor Arwyn Williams, Chairman of Pembrokeshire County Council and also a Pembroke School Governor.
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Tigers second division Cup Champions
In a thrilling Pembrokeshire Division Two Cup final under the floodlights of Bridge Meadow Stadium, fans witnessed an epic battle between Monkton Swifts reserves and Johnston. Despite Monkton Swifts reserves being touted as favorites, Johnston proved their mettle from the outset.
The game kicked off with a burst of energy as Johnston’s center half, Craig Bendall, seized an early opportunity to put his team ahead just ten minutes into the match. However, Monkton Swifts’ prolific Scotsman, Davis, swiftly responded with an equalizer, showcasing the resilience of the favourites.
The momentum shifted again when the dynamic duo of Alfie and Scott Crawford of Johnston orchestrated a beautifully executed goal, putting Johnston back in the lead at 2-1.
As the game progressed, Monkton Swifts brought in reinforcements, including Ben Steele, to regain control. Their efforts paid off when Jordan Kilby leveled the score at 2-2 with just under 20 minutes remaining.
But the Crawfords had other plans. Combining once more, Scott provided the assist for Alfie, who coolly finished to put Johnston ahead once again.
With time running out, Monkton Swifts launched a relentless onslaught in search of an equalizer. However, Johnston’s defense held firm, defying the odds to clinch the Division Two Cup title in a memorable victory.
The match showcased the passion and determination of both teams, with Johnston emerging as deserving champions in a fiercely contested final at Bridge Meadow Stadium.
Crime
Police investigating attempted burglary at Haverfordwest shop
POLICE in Pembrokeshire are investigating an attempted burglary at No.37 Food and Wine shop on High Street, Haverfordwest, at about 3am on Wednesday, April 3.
A window was smashed and the door handle broken.
Police said: “If you have any information that could help enquiries, please get in touch with PC 195 Tayler, either by: https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101.
“Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111, or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.”
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Don’t forget to vote on Thursday, May 2
THURSDAY, May 2 is your chance to vote for the Dyfed-Powys Police and Crime Commissioner.
Don’t forget to use your vote and head to your local polling station between 7am and 10pm.
They are elected by the public to hold Chief Constables and the police force to account on their behalf.
A Police and Crime Commissioner’s job is to set the police budget and make sure it is spent effectively, appoint the local police forces Chief Constables, set police and crime plans in collaboration with residents and work closely with the local council and other organisations on these plans.
This is the first election in Wales where you will need photographic ID to vote.
Accepted forms of ID include a UK, European Economic Area (EEA) or Commonwealth passport or drivers’ licence; and some concessionary travel passes, such as an older person’s bus pass or an Oyster 60+ card. Voters will be able to use expired ID if they are still recognisable from the photo.
Or you may have applied for a Voter Authority Certificate which is also accepted.
If you plan on taking your Postal Vote to a polling station or County Hall main reception remember to fill in a vote return form. Without the completed form those postal vote(s) will be rejected.
You can only hand in your own postal vote, and postal votes for up to five other people.
You can find out more about the Police and Crime Commissioner Elections online (opens in new window).
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