'Be safe, be seen', is message for children

PUPILS from schools across the county borough will be seen more clearly when walking to schools thanks to a donation of high-visibility vests from a local opticians.
Specsavers in Pontypridd has donated luminous vests to seven schools in the region as part of the store's Be Seen, Be Safe initiative.
Penrhiwceiber Primary, Evan James Primary, Trallwyn Primary, Coed y Lan Primary, Maes y Coed Primary, Trehopkin Primary and Carnetown Primary School were all recipients as part of the scheme.
The initiative forms part of Specsavers' national Drive Safe campaign.
Store director, Paul Molton, said: "We were keen to help increase the safety of children, particularly now that the nights are so dark, and we're delighted that local schools have put our high-visibility vests to such good use by using them for walking bus schemes and class trips."
Mr Makin, Headteacher at Penrhiwceiber Primary School, says: "Our classes often walk down to the local hall, church or park, and the vests will ensure they are seen more clearly when crossing roads, helping to increase their safety."


Rhondda Eco-friendly pupils shine at green event

TREORCHY Comprehensive pupils have become eco heroes after shining at an environmental event.

On December 19, students made sculptures from recycled materials and performed special plays to promote eco-friendly messages at the school.

They also found out more about the history of the Welsh community in Patagonia and looked at the poverty gap between rich and poor countries.

Year Seven spent time working with UK-wide charity Show Racism the Red Card, developing their skills as global citizens.

To round off the day, pupils visited the interactive Eco Fair in the school hall, where over 20 organisations and school clubs set up stalls to educate pupils on how they can contribute to reducing waste and improve the environment.

Earlier this school year, Year 12 students at the school were presented with training qualifications by the mayor of Rhondda Cynon Taff.

The talented year gained OCN Accredited Work Awareness and Travel Training qualifications.