Mia completed the entire curriculum over four terms. This was her speech at the Graduation Ceremony:
“Good evening Ladies and gentlemen
Firstly I would like to thank my parents for giving me the opportunity to attend Shine academy for girls. Secondly, I would like to thank Miss Anderson for being a wonderful teacher and supporting me over the last 12 months.
This is my final day at Shine academy, and the whole experience has been very positive and helpful for me in many ways.
Miss Anderson has taught me how to be an assertive hero, how to deal with bullies at my school, and not to be a passive doormat. I feel a lot more confident now, and the things I have learnt have helped me to make and keep friends, and also how to deal with difficult situations and feelings.
We have played some great games throughout the year, including awkward, marbles and the self-control game.
I am going to miss Shine Academy, and also the girls that I have met while attending my classes each week. I will also miss my lovely teacher Miss Anderson.
I would recommend Shine Academy for girls to anyone, and I look forward to joining the 11-14 year old girls class when I’m older.
Good evening and have a good night.”