Year 9 students at Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy and Cockburn School received an impactful message when guest speaker Alicia Manners delivered her acclaimed ‘One Punch’ assemblies in both schools on Thursday 17 September.
The assembly formed part of a comprehensive personal development programme, designed to equip young people with the knowledge and awareness they need to make safe choices.
Alicia’s presentation powerfully illustrated how a single moment of violence can have devastating and far-reaching consequences. Students heard first-hand accounts of how one punch can irrevocably change lives – not just for those directly involved, but for families, friends, and entire communities.
The session encouraged students to think critically about conflict resolution, the importance of walking away from confrontation, and understanding the serious legal and personal consequences of violence.
The response from Year 9 students to Alicia’s presentation was overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing that the session had genuinely made them think differently about violence and its consequences.
Through initiatives like the One Punch assembly, Cockburn Multi-academy Trust continues to demonstrate its commitment to developing well-rounded young people who are prepared not just for exams, but for life.
This post is based on a press release issued by Cockburn Multi-academy Trust
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