CARRICK ACADEMY

That this House congratulates Carrick Academy on securing a £9,940 Awards for All grant from the Big Lottery Fund; notes that the school will use those funds to replace equipment in its fitness suite, purchase table tennis equipment and secure training for three pupils to teach Zumba; recognises the importance of encouraging young people to exercise and lead healthy lifestyles; acknowledges the value of providing school-age children with skills training; and commends the work of Carrick Academy's staff in improving the health and wellbeing of their pupils.