Alan Gillingham the Teacher of History at Longley Park became a published author this month when the AQA AS history textbook on Anti-Semitism, Hitler and the German People, which he has co-written was published by Nelson Thorne. The book is designed as study aid and classroom textbook to accompany the AS history Module Anti-Semitism, Hitler and the German people, 1919-45 for which Alan is the Principal Examiner.

The module looks at levels of Anti-Semitism in Germany and elsewhere in Europe and looks at the themes of racism and discrimination. The stages of persecution up to and including the Holocaust are examined with students looking at the responsibility of different individuals and groups. Alan teaches the module at Longley Park and believes that it is a hugely significant piece of European history and that it helps students understand the need to stand against discrimination and bigotry.

The second leg of the German exchange programme took place in July at the end of the summer term. Fifteen German students and their teacher spent 10 days in Sheffield. The programme included a walk in the Peak District, a student guided tour of Sheffield City Centre, three days spent in College participating in a wide range of classes, including Music, Dance, Art, German/English and Spanish.

The group also participated in the Longley Park trip to Durham, Hadrian’s Wall and York, staying overnight at the youth hostel in Northumberland. The trip was a very positive experience for all concerned. On the last day of the exchange there were some tearful scenes as students said goodbye. There was a very upbeat feel to the exchange and some lasting friendships have been formed.

To see more about the exchange, check out the website made by the German School about their visit at http://bund-sigmaringen.de/england/.

The annual Longley Park Creative Show takes place from Monday 15^th to Friday 19^th June 2009. Come along and check out some of the amazing work by our Art & Design, Photography, Textiles, Graphic Design, Product Design, English, Media, Music, Dance and Performing Arts students.

Feel free to come and take a look around between the following times:

Monday 15^th June (Preview Evening):17:30-20:00
Tuesday 16^th June:16:30-18:30
Wednesday 17^th June:16:30-18:30
Thursday 18^th June:16:30-18:30
Friday 19^th June:16:30-17:30

Spend the day with us and find out what life as a student at Longley Park Sixth Form College will be like in September. If you’ve applied to Longley Park, come and join us at our Next Step Longley event for new students on Wednesday 1st July.

Next Step Longley is a great chance to meet up with other students who will be starting College with you in September. The day involves a number of interesting and enjoyable activities and will help you prepare for your next step! There will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions and get any advice you need. Lunch will be provided - just return the reply card to reserve your place. All cards received will be entered into a prize draw.

Parents Information Evening

We are also running an information evening from 6.30-7.30pm on the same day. A chance for parents/carers to get more information on the support available for students at Longley Park including:
• College Life
• Courses
• College tutorial and monitoring
• Financial support available for students, including EMA and ALG
• Careers advice and guidance
• Travel

If you have any questions give us a call on 0114 262 5757

Local author, Kate Hanney, whose first book ‘Safe’ has recently been published, will be visiting Longley Park Sixth Form College on 29^th April 2009.

Kate has worked as an English teacher in South Yorkshire Schools for the past ten years and wrote ‘Safe’ to reflect the reality of how many teenagers, branded ‘hoodies’ and ‘youths’ by the media, actually live.

The book particularly appeals to teenage boys. “Parents were telling me that their teenage sons who never read anything were sitting and reading chapters at a time without losing concentration” says Kate.

On her visit to the College, Kate will be working with English Classes who are currently studying her book. She will also meet students and sign copies of her book in the College’s Learning Resource Centre.

Copies of ‘Safe’ are available to buy online and in Waterstones, Sheffield.