Youth Council Update: Thoughtful Letters Across Generations

We had the pleasure of hosting the latest Youth Council meeting here at school — a truly inspiring session that focused on kindness, communication, and community.

Our Youth Council welcomed a special guest: Donna from Ruby Tuesday. Donna shared her story of starting a letter-writing group during the Covid pandemic, showing how small gestures can have a lasting impact. She also took us on a journey through the history of letter writing — from Roland Hill, the inventor of the Penny Black stamp in 1840, to Royal Mail’s Victory and Valour stamps commemorating VE Day. We even had the opportunity to look at postcards over 100 years old!

Inspired by Donna’s talk, the Youth Council wrote thoughtful letters and created artwork for residents at Woodland View Care Home, spreading joy and connection across generations. We also learned about From Me to You, a charity that encourages letter writing to those who are unwell or living with dementia — showing how just a few kind words can brighten someone’s day.

To make the experience even more memorable, Donna wrote a personal letter to each pupil to take home — a touching gesture that reminded us all of the power of putting pen to paper.

We’re incredibly proud of our Youth Council and the care they showed through this project. 

Droitwich's Youth Council has started up again for this year!

It was great to get together again with other schools in Droitwich. Head Boy Harry, Head Girl Sophie, Liliana and Kezia (previous members in their first school) were the representatives from Westacre. 

The meeting agenda can be seen in the photos above, but the main topic of conversation was Edward Winslow Day. This is a new event in Droitwich taking place on the 28th November, which coincides with Thanksgiving Day in America. Winslow, who was born in Droitwich, is known as one of the Pilgram Father's, whose expeditions led him to America. He promoted 'Friendship, thanks, diplomacy and peace.'

The Youth Council discussed how schools can get involved and more information on this is being shared in due course. 

Youth Council Meeting - 21.06.24

Another brilliant Youth Council meeting. This week, the children were giving their speeches to be voted in for Chair, Secretary and treasurer! A HUGE well done to Isabelle who was elected as the Chair for the Droitwich Youth Council. Westacre are incredibly proud of her. She will continue this role as she moves up to the high school. Also a special mention to Kezia, who’s joining us in September, who was elected as the treasurer. 
Also at this meeting, we had our voices heard about the piece of art that will be installed on The Talbot. We can’t wait to see the final result next year.

Laila and Henry were chosen to represent Westacre at the Droitwich Youth Council. It's a group that is relaunching (post pandemic) and everyone is excited to be part of it. Children from many schools across Droitwich were there to give their views on what they would like to happen to improve the area. We're looking forward to meeting again next month, to get the first project underway. Pictured below is Laila and Henry with the special guests: Richard Morris, Sgt Atkinson and the Mayor.