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Former Prime Minister, Gordon Brown
visited his old school, Kirkcaldy High, to launch its section
of the Role Model Project website.
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Undermining the
cult of celebrity
One of our core aims
is to challenge the cult of celebrity
by highlighting
those who may not be famous but who
enjoy their work and contribute to
their community in
vital ways.
This helps young people understand
that jobs in business, education, health, etc.
can be much more interesting, enjoyable and satisfying than
a fleeting appearance
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Raising
confidence
and aspirations
in state schools
Unlike many
independent schools, state schools rarely make the most of their network of
former pupils.
However, the
Role Model Project
makes it easy for teachers to identify successful people in whose footsteps their pupils are
following.
This raises confidence and aspirations as young people
realise they too can go on to achieve success.
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Role Model
Sessions
inspire youngsters
Our Role Model Sessions
see successful individuals return to their former school or
visit a local school.
They have featured
artists business people, footballers, builders, scientists, comedians, lawyers and even
a Prime Minister!
We are grateful to all and
look forward to arranging many more visits in the months to
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Drama
students captivated
by the tales of successful
actor and writer
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Top
London chef helps
youngsters in local primary
schools learn about food
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Lynn Ferguson
Writer |
Fran Healy
Music |
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Anthony Fasson
Navy |
Laura Jones
Nurse |
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Moira
Brown
Science |
Gordon Brown
Politics |
Andy
Scott
Sculptor |
Michelle Mone
Business |
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 Alex McLeish
Football
"Delighted to
help the pupils at my old school."
Lynn Ferguson
Writer & Actor
"A great way of raising
the confidence of young people."
 Margaret Towndrow
Head Teacher
"A good way of letting pupils know they have permission to succeed." |
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