Adult education provider, ACL Essex, celebrated learners at its ceremony on 12 July, with awards ranging from Personal Growth to Breaking Barriers.
The ceremony took place at the Central Baptist Church in Chelmsford, with over 100 people in attendance. The annual awards ceremony shines a light on those who have achieved outstanding things during their time at ACL Essex.
37 awards were handed to ACL Essex learners, staff and apprentices. Awards included the Extra Mile Award to celebrate learners who go out of their way to help their peers, and the Whistle While You Work award, given to learners who are a pleasure to have in the classroom.
Lisa Jarentowski, ACL Essex Principal, was thrilled to celebrate outstanding learners at the ceremony. She said: “It’s a pleasure to welcome learners from across Essex to celebrate their outstanding achievements. Our staff and learners work so hard to reach their goals and I’m so glad we get the opportunity to recognise them for that. We’re so proud to award the exceptional people who come through our doors.”
Councillor Tony Ball, Essex County Council’s Cabinet Member for Education Excellence, Lifelong Learning & Employability, said, “It is always a highlight of my year attending the ACL Awards and speaking to learners and staff who have achieved great things, not just for themselves, but for others around them. It is through these selfless acts of kindness that encourage individuals to truly reach their potential, be that for their career, wellbeing, family or general happiness, and live their best lives.”
ACL Essex helps learners step on and progress up the career ladder to achieve their personal and professional goals. The learning provider also offers a wide range of courses to support mental wellbeing and languages, as well as arts and crafts.
