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8 HAYDON WICK & WOODHALL PARK
Top marks for Link distributor Forum with local Councillors and MP

Haydon Wick student Steven Holden surprised himself and his An opportunity to raise concerns with your representatives:
parents by producing the top GCSE results in the town in August. Swindon Borough councillors Kelvin King and David Couch,
The 16 year old Link magazine A work shadow placement at and Swindon North MP Michael Wills
distributor from Cloverlands GWR radio in 1996 and later a Saturday 17 October, 7.30pm
achieved nine A* grades and one A. week's work experience at the Haydon Centre, Thames Avenue, Haydon Wick
"I was really surprised by the Evening Advertiser gave Steven the
result,' said Steven. "I was pre- idea of becoming a broadcast jour-
dicted As and Bs and never imag- nalist. He has started A' levels at
ined so many A stars." New College in English, Geogra- Logo gives
Proud Mum Elaine said she was phy and the new Media Studies HREOII
over the moon for Steven. "I took course. new look to
him over to Braden Forest School Steven has distributed The Link
to collect his results and he came since he was 13 years old and still school PARKWAY SCHOOL
out looking stunnned. He did work manages to fit it into his month.
hard over the last two years, but That's my boy: congratulations to North Swindon's secondary school has taken on a new look by
also carried on a social life." Steven from proud Mum Elaine launching a new corporate logo.
A heron - a symbol of achieve- year 10 pupils during last year to
ment, longevity and future good come up with a simple but clear
Church to fortune -rises from wavy blue lines symbol of what the school stands
celebrate representing the ancient stream for.
Headteacher Andrew Fleet de-
that runs through the school
Emmanuel United Reformed grounds, whilst the division of the scribed the design chosen by the
Church in High Street, Haydon name replicates the twin sites. governors as, 'immediately attrac-
Wick celebrates its 150 year anni- Discussions in the School Coun- tive and with sufficient links with
versary in 1999 and an appeal is cil and the governing body led to the past to satisfy the school's
being made for old documents, graphic designer parent Gerald proud tradition while taking us
photographs and memories. Rogers being asked to work with forward into a new age.'
A book is being prepared to
record the history of the church Pre-school changes direction to survive
and contributions would be greatly
appreciated. The Parkway Pre-School reopened
If you have memories to share, in September with a new name
or can help with artifacts, contact and under new management.
Sue Martion on 722446 or 721552. Because of a lack of parents will-
ing to join a managment commit-
tee, it is now known as Bright Stars
NO NEED TO LIVE WITH HARD WATER Pre-school, and is privately run
CONTACT: under the supervision of Debbie
F
Garstang.
SWINDON5 ATER , The nursery which meets in
fri Moredon Youth Centre, next to the
Kinetico Block Salt Water Softeners guarantee soft water 24 hours Hreod Parkway School north site,
a day. Only 19" high, non-electric, meter controlled. received a glowing Ofsted report
Rent, lease, purchase. DIY sales & service. Salt delivered.
in July which stated that all desir-
260 Ferndale Road, Swindon. Tel: 527172 able outcomes were being pro-
moted. Andy and Sue Hobbs of Razzamatazz
There are places available for with youngsters Ebony Ayin, Katie
REATIVE CURTAINS under 5s. To find out more, call Werrell and Liam Ellis at the play-
The complete service from ideas to hanging, into the pre-school. group end of year party in July.
all at affordable prices
Hand made curtains, Roman blinds, Air training aimed at North Swindon
quilted bed covers, Austrian blinds, cushions etc. 13 to 22 year olds and adults
For a free estimate ring Christine on 01793 875869
Summer over, why not try a new interest by finding out what the ATC
has to offer, writes Carolyn Seward, commanding officer of the
Highworth detachment of the Air Training Corps.
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Air cadets do go flying, gliding, opportunity to travel abroad for
attend RAP camps and help at air camps, skiing and exchange visits.
displays, but they also do far more. A recruiting course starts soon
This year 878 Squadron at High- to let potential cadets know what
worth won the youth section of the the ATC involves. There are units
Lechlade Regatta, which involved at Upham Road and Greendown
building a raft, training and rais- School (1244 SQN) and Newburgh
ing sponsorship for charity as well Place, Highworth and Headlands
Anglia House, 115/118 Commercial Road, Swindon as the event itself. School (878 SQN)
Tel: (01793) 522688 Other community events in- Adults interested in joining the
cluded a sponsored abseil, horse ATC training team at any of the
Peter Winton • John Wilding rides, football matches and walks four units are invited to find out
Helen Raynes as well as fun runs, fetes and shows. more. The main qualification is an
There are many other challenges interest in young people.
A Partnership Working for You for air cadets including adventure To register your interest or to
Also at High Street, Wroughton training, the Duke of Edinburgh find out more, call 766359 or 766878
award and older cadets have the (Mon to Wed, 7pm - 930pm).