In celebration of International Women's Day, National Careers Week and British Science Week, Westcliff High School for Boys was delighted to welcome four outstanding and inspirational women as guest speakers for its Careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) evening. The speakers represented a range of careers from Medicine and Technology to Engineering, and shared their experiences of routes into those careers, including degree apprenticeships. Each speaker was an expert in their field and our audience found the details of their experiences and achievements, often gained through challenge and adversity, both engaging and informative. Students and parents from all Year groups at WHSB, and from other schools in the wider community, were invited to attend this free event.

Photos (L-R):
Lisa Fautley, Abbie Wright, Mike Skelly (Headmaster), Stephanie Lowe & Elsa Desmond

Quotes:

Nicki Weller, WHSB Careers Adviser: "Each of our guest speakers represented their industry sectors with pride and integrity. They are all incredibly knowledgeable and remarkable ambassadors for their field. We hope their shared experiences will benefit and inspire our young people."

Mike Skelly, Headmaster: "I would like to thank our four speakers who all made superb contributions to this excellent evening; it was most inspiring for all present. It was fantastic to hear the speakers’ honest and informative reflections on their routes through to their chosen careers, and to achieving at a high level in those fields. I would also like to thank Mrs Weller, our Careers Adviser, for her excellent work in coordinating the careers evening”.