AWARD-WINNING head teacher, Janet Hayward is set to inspire those interested in creating a better future for Wales and other communities.
The Cadoxton and Oak Field Primary Schools, executive head teacher will take part in a special showcase online event, Tummler School, at 12pm on Friday 30th July.
The Barry primary school leader, a World top 50 head teacher and a recent winner of the Times Education Supplement (TES) Community and Collaboration award, will share her experiences and lessons on how schools can be at the heart of transforming their communities to create better futures for children, their families, and neighbourhoods.
She will spotlight her latest efforts, leading a team to deliver the Big Bocs Bwyd project which has inspired changes across South Wales to tackle food waste and encourage better food choices.
The TES judges praised how: “The staff have worked tirelessly to confront poverty and ensure that pupils, their families and the wider community have been supported during the pandemic.”
The project began at Cadoxton Primary, Barry, and with the support of the Welsh Government, expanded to 10 schools across South Wales with aspirations to extend across Wales and be an inspiring model for schools around the globe.
Janet’s roles have included chairing the National Digital Learning Council for Wales.
Tummler School is a free monthly online event showcasing leading change activists.
Organised by Cardiff-based social enterprise Grow Social Capital, it explores what motivates outstanding change activists, and what lessons they can share and inspire among others.
Grow Social Capital director, Andy Green said: “Janet is an inspiring driving force for enabling others to come together to tackle the big challenges our communities face.
“Anyone who cares about creating a better future for Wales needs to meet Janet and hear the inspiring stories of the change she is helping to nurture.”
To sign up, visit:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tummler-school-janet-hayward-tickets-163841366939
