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Award ceremony at the Gaiety

by isleofman.com 14th September 2010

More than 100 young people were saluted for their achievements in the Duke of Edinburgh scheme, at an awards ceremony on Tuesday evening.

Certificates were presented to youngsters aged from 14 to 20 at the Gaiety Theatre in Douglas.

The recipients came from all five of the Island's secondary schools, as well as King William's College, the Southern Explorer Scouts and the Foundry Youth Group.

More than 4.3 million people worldwide have participated in The Duke of Edinburgh Award since it was founded in 1956.

The Isle of Man scheme started three years later and there are currently around 600 pupils involved.

To gain the awards, youngsters have taken part in expeditions, undertaken voluntary work and physical activities, and developed new skills.

The certificates were handed over by a representative of the sponsors, Isle of Man Bank, and long service awards were presented to adult leaders and helpers.

 

Posted by isleofman.com
Tuesday 14th, September 2010 07:02pm.

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