Teachers, pupils and parents across Cumbria were recognised for their hard work and dedication in pulling through the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic in this years Pride of Cumbria Awards.
The winner for the Education Hero of the Year at this years Pride of Cumbria Awards, held on July 29, was Mark Ashton, headteacher of Warwick Bridge Primary School near Carlisle.
The school wowed members of the community after it had footballs delivered to every single pupil, from nursery through to year six to lift their spirits and keep them occupied over the course of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Mark said he felt “honoured and humbled” to have received the “unexpected” award.
“It’s just amazing.
“It’s a school effort, I’m very fortunate to be the head teacher of my staff, this award is for them.
“I say a big thanks to whoever nominated and thank you to the staff.”
The other two nominees included biology teacher at Lime House School in Dalston, Carrie Ann Booth, and Head Teacher at Parkside Academy in Barrow, Caroline Walker.
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