Nine students and an adult leader at Ramsey Academy have been rewarded for their hard work.

They were all rewarded for a range of volunteering activities they carried out at the school, in Colne Road, Halstead, at the Jack Petchey ceremony last Wednesday at Braintree Arts Theatre.

Jack Petchey co-ordinator for the school, Paul Taylor, said: “All the students really enjoyed the presentation evening its always an event that motivates our students that have won awards and makes the family members extremely proud.

“We are always proud of our Jack Petchey winners, I really think it’s a special award as they are nominated by their peers as well as the teachers and other adults within the school.

“It’s also great to see our students performing at the event.

“This year a group of seven students from Key Stage Three and Four performed a dance from the musical Chorus line.

“This was a great opportunity for them to develop their confidence on stage and show off all the hard work they have put in during and after school.”

Lewis Crow, 15, made a major contribution to his school by organising and leading activities at the school, continually volunteering and making positive links with the local community.

Halimah Babor, 15, was nominated for her commitment in extra curricular activities, especially her volunteering in the primary science club.

She was also a key player in the organisation and support for the younger students in the whole school musical.

Dylan Peakall, 16, volunteered in his own time to lead a community football club for younger students, coaching and providing fun activities for the youngsters.

James Donald, 15, who was unable to attend the awards evening, worked extremely hard to improve the gardening facilities at the school and help new members get involved in the school’s gardening club.

Chloe Winter, 14, of Nether Court, Halstead, set up the baking club at her school, The Ramsey Academy, during the school’s charity week in October.

She gave up her lunchtimes and time after school to help a group of younger students bake about 100 cakes to sell.

Chloe said: “My mum owns a catering business and I have been baking since I was little at home.

“I have taken catering at GCSE and it is just something that comes naturally to me.

“I was really surprised when I heard I was going to get one.

“My brother got one for helping out with football teams so it is great that I got one too - I’m following in his footsteps.”

Terry Short dedicated himself to working in the music department in his own time.

This has involved performances at shows and local events as well as helping younger students to improve their skill and confidence in the subject.

Through her hard work and perseverance, Ruby White, 13, has made outstanding progress both academically and personally.

Hannah Milton, 14, has volunteered and shown commitment to the school’s extra-curricular drama projects as well as community projects.

She was highlighted by her peers as being an excellent role model for younger students within the school.

Max Ralph, 16, volunteered and committed himself to the primary science club.

This has helped develop his own leadership skills and he has been an excellent ambassador for the school.

Julie Edwards is a parent and won the award for all her hard work and commitment to running the schools successful orienteering club Each winner received a medallion to go with their framed certificate and a cheque for £200.