Congratulations to 6 girls and 6 boys from S3 who participated in the Fire Reach programme organised by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, in partnership with North Lanarkshire Council. The girls are pictured with their Fire Reach group.

The pupils completed this programme of work at Coatbridge Community Fire Station and focussed on several key areas including self discipline, basic first-aid, problem solving, communication, leadership and team work.

The pupils involved had a very positive experience and the instructors could not praise them highly enough for their efforts. They achieved a Fire Skills Employability Award at National 4 level and a First Aid Certificate.

Congratulations to Serena Boles, Shannon Dolan, Rachel Hunter, Natalie McCulloch, Shawna McGivern, Jade McManus, Dylan Carr, Marc McLaughlin, Patrik Rab, Douglas Rodie, Rory Shaw and Jason Speed.