Colleges at the heart of Paralympic Handover
On 17th September, the Paralympic Flag will be handed from the Mayor of Beijing to the Mayor of London. This final Handover Ceremony marks the start of the build up to the London 2012 Games and the beginning of the London 2012 Education Programme. This programme aims to create a once in a generation Games experience for young people, inspiring them to fulfil their potential and create long-term benefits for themselves and their communities.
Colleges, along with schools and other places of learning right across the UK are being asked to develop their own specific plans for celebrations. Any college that registers by 25th June will be in with a chance of winning a trip to the Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games for one of their students (accompanied by an adult).
What’s available?
London 2012 have developed an education resource to support children and young people in planning and leading celebrations on the 17th September, engaging their whole learning community in the excitement of the day and exploring relevant themes. The resource is available here.
Share your plans
Register your institutions for more resources and information, and ‘Share your ideas’.
Exciting preliminary discussions with BBC Nations and Regions team are taking place which could help further promote your college activities. Read more here.
Following Paralympic Handover…
The 2012 Education Programme website goes live on the 18th September 2008. At this stage the programme aims to build a network of schools and colleges who are demonstrating a commitment to the Olympic and Paralympic values, and using the Games to drive change and meet existing objectives. Click here for further information.
It is seen as paramount that Paralympic Handover celebrations take place right across the UK and moreover that the widest range of young people have the chance to participate. Please inform LOCOG of your college’s fantastic 2012 inspired plans - via this link.
