Kingshurst principal steps down

THE CTC Kingshurst Academy today said a fond farewell to its long-serving principal.
Ann Jones has been at the Cooks Lane school since it opened in 1988 and has held the top job for almost 14 years.

Staff and students this week paid tribute to Miss Jones, who has overseen many changes during her time in charge - the college converted to an academy in 2008 and in recent years has also undergone a significant rebuilding project.
Miss Jones has also been a vocal supporter of the International Baccalaureate - the qualification that the CTC offers to its sixth form students in place of A Levels.
"The CTC really is a remarkable place to learn and work,” she said.
"The academy is in very good-heart and it is thanks to the incredible dedication and commitment of staff that our students have enjoyed such considerable success."
When students return to school in September, their new principal will be Damon Hewson.
Like his predecessor, Mr Hewson started off in the college's English department.