Future leaders inspired by Oldham's Youth Mayor

Oldham Youth Mayor Tia Henderson with pupils from Alexandra Park School

Oldham's Youth Mayor has given an inspiring speech to children at Alexandra Park Junior School.

Tia Henderson, 18, who was sworn into office earlier this year, addressed the pupils in the school hall.

Due to Covid-19 restrictions, only Year 6 students were in the hall, but the entire school tuned in to hear from the Youth Mayor

Ms Henderson gave an inspiring speech to pupils about believing in themselves and reaching for their goals.

This was followed by a discussion where children talked with the Youth Mayor, and shared some of their own goals and aspirations. Many pupils shared that they were interested in STEM learning in the future (in the fields of science, technology, engineering and maths).

PSHE leader Samantha Nicholson-Hickling said: "It's really important that our children meet and engage with inspiring role models such as Miss Henderson. It was lovely to see them so interested in her story and her journey. Maybe we've got a future Youth Mayor here at Alexandra Park!

"I am really pleased the youth mayor was able to fit us into her busy schedule as having her visit is a highlight of this half term."

One Year 4 pupil said "I want to be a scientist when I grow up and I was really excited that the youth mayor told us about meeting Professor Brian Cox. She gave us the chance to send some questions to him so I hope he answers them."

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