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Welcome from the Principal 

Our Mission Statement 

Ofsted & Centre of Excellence 

Our Facilities 

The Big Jump - Transition Tales 

Transition Timeline 

Behaviour for Learning & Rewards 

Attendance & Punctuality 

A World Class Curriculum & School Day 

Uniform and Standards 

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Student Leadership 

Life After LHS 

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Enrichment 

Pushing Boundaries 

Pastoral Care 

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Subject Overview 

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What our Parents Say 

Come and Visit Us 

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0151 214 3434 www.litherlandhigh.com

Welcome from our Principal 

Welcome to Litherland High School. It is a pleasure and a privilege to introduce you to our school. 

Our aim here at Litherland High is to create an inclusive and healthy learning community in which all who work here 

enjoy working together to increase their knowledge and develop their skills. This is achieved through an emphasis on: 

• Achievement 

• Participation 

• Partnership 

• Equality 

We believe that Litherland High can play a central role in creating such a community by raising achievement, 

supporting personal and social development and promoting equality. This means that we are committed to: 

• The provision of outstanding teaching and learning opportunities 

• The celebration of success in its many and varied forms 

• The highest expectations of students and staff 

• A culture of trust, support and mutual respect in which every individual has the right to be valued, to feel confident, 

to achieve their best and grow in self-esteem. 

Rob Rogers – Principal 

0151 214 3434 www.litherlandhigh.com 

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Our Mission Statement 

Our values 

Litherland High School’s core message is ‘Success for All’ and by the time our children leave Litherland High School they will 

be literate, numerate, confident young people with high aspirations, independent learning skills and a sense of moral 

responsibility. 

Three words: family, dignity and ability sum up our values and support the vision for our school. 

Family 

At Litherland we will: 

• Work with families and value the support of parents in trying to reach our aims. 

• Operate within a set of rules put in place for the benefit of all. 

• Show clarity of purpose and caring discipline. 

• Ensure that all students are clear about the expectations placed upon them and aware of the consequences of not 

meeting them. 

Dignity 


• Enable all students to work with sufficient dignity to reach their true potential. 

• Ensure that bullying does not rob students of their dignity and prevent them from learning. 

• Use the pastoral system to see that students are happy and settled in their work. 

• Have high expectations of all our students regardless of their past attainment and not tolerate work that reflects a 

lack of commitment and motivation. 

• Treat all students with equal respect regardless of race, creed, disability or sexuality. 

Ability 


• Ensure that students feel that they belong and matter. 

• Work hard to see that all students achieve to the very best of their ability and overcome barriers to success. 

• Recognise and reward all abilities whether they be academic or non-academic. 

• Expect that all our students will aim high and do their best. 

• Aim to add significantly to the achievement of our students. 

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Ofsted & Inclusion Quality Mark 

Centre of Excellence 

We are very proud to have achieved the Inclusion Quality Mark and it has 

been confirmed that we have been awarded the further accolade of 

Centre of Excellence. 

“The school has a strong 

tradition of placing great 

value on pupils’ personal 

development, safety and 

welfare” 

Ofsted 2018 

“ Year 7 pupils with whom 

inspectors spoke were 

positive about the school. 

They said that they settled 

quickly, felt safe and are 

happy at the school. ” 

Ofsted 2018 

“Pupils say they are well 

supported by staff and 

would recommend the 

school to others” 

Ofsted 2018 

“The school and its staff 

have a deep commitment 

to an inclusive ethos in 

order that all students 

become successful citizens 

in the 21st Century.” 

IQM Assessor Nov 2017 

“Inspectors found pupils 

to be confident and 

courteous” 

Ofsted 2018 

“Pupils say that they are 

known and valued as 

individuals.” 

Ofsted 2018 


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State of the Art Facilities 

We moved into our brand new £27.4 million building in February 2011. Our unique building was inspired by our 

local area, taking special inspiration from our connections with the docks of Liverpool and the sea. Our specialist 

STEM themed wing caters for everything engineering and science based and our language based areas have been 

designed to promote conversation and reading. Our sporting facilities are second to none! 

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The Big Jump - Transition Tales 

All teachers and parents are aware that the move from primary to secondary school can be quite a demanding time for 

children, and that is why here at Litherland High School we aim to ensure that we make the transition from Year 6 to Year 7 as 

stress-free and smooth as possible.We will do our utmost to make sure students quickly settle into their new routines and 

adapt to learning in a different environment. 

We have established excellent working relationships with all local primary schools with our teachers visiting schools and 

teaching in lessons in some schools. Students also get the chance to visit us here at LHS to take part in curriculum taster 

sessions. All staff including our Year 7 Teachers, Head of Year and Assistant Head of Year have the experience of supporting 

new students and their families through the transition process and we are always at hand to address individual queries and 

concerns. 

We have a Taster Day in July so that students can sample what life is like at LHS. We also have an Induction Evening where 

new students and parents can find out all about school life at LHS. Litherland High provides an amazing extra-curricular 

programme and actively promotes these opportunities to new and existing students as a platform for making new friends and 

trying new things. 


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Transition Timeline 

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October 

March 

April 

June 

July 

August 

September 

Deadlines 

31st October is closing date for applicants. 

List of offered/accepted pupils from Sefton. Welcome letter from the 

Principal sent to all applicants. 

Letter sent to all applicants confirming place and address and contact details. 

Members of staff visit primary schools to meet with pupils joining the school in 

September. 

Letter to new parents informing them of all the events that are to follow such as 

Taster Days and Induction Evenings. 

Taster Day and Enrolment Evenings. 

Letter to all parents informing them of school staggered start time for the 

new term. 

All Year 7 students do a CATs test and have their photos taken and loaded into 

the schools system. CATs (Cognitive Abilities Tests) are IQ tests that assess a 

range of skills. The tests look at reasoning with three types of symbols: numbers. 

letters and shapes and figures, i.e. verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning and 

quantative reasoning. 

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Behaviour for Learning & 

Rewards 

Litherland High School has long been a vital and integral part of the local community, working with parents and 

carers to ensure a positive, happy and successful learning experience for our young people. We all acknowledge that 

exemplary standards of behaviour are essential components of a successful education. The promotion of good 

behaviour in school depends on the quality of learning and teaching which takes place, the value students attach to 

education and their knowledge of their rights and responsibilities in relation to it, positive and constructive 

relationships based on mutual respect, the consistent use of a clear, transparent and fair system of behaviour 

management used by all staff and understood and valued by students, parents and carers and a school culture 

permeated by the use of praise, encouragement and rewards. 

Good work and attitude are rewarded through both the Livo system and through the awarding of certificates and 

prizes. A conscious effort is made by all our staff to recognise individual achievement and to suitably reward good 

behaviour and attendance. 

Rewards are issued for lots of different reasons including attendance, standard of work and representing the school 

in a positive way. 

Praise points are accumulated to achieve Livos, which are the ‘currency’ of our school. 

For more information about Behaviour for Learning and our Rewards system please visit our website. 


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Attendance & Punctuality 

Regular and punctual attendance is essential in ensuring that every individual can have full access to the 

opportunities provided by school and can reach his or her full potential. We take this very seriously at 

LHS and we expect parents to ensure that every effort is made to reach a goal of 100% attendance and 

punctuality. 

Parents can help by ensuring that: 

Students set off in good time to be at school by 8.45am. 

Dental and medical appointments are made outside school hours whenever possible. 

Family holidays are not taken during term time. 

The school will inform parents as soon as possible if their child has not been registered or 

signed in late. In this case we expect parents to contact school as soon as possible with a 

reason for absence. 

As a school we do not authorise family term time holidays, 

which is in line with Sefton Local Authority’s stance that such 

absences are not to be authorised. 

Parents do not have the automatic right to withdraw their 

child from school for a holiday. 

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A World Class Curriculum 

Students at LHS follow a curriculum which: 

Is broad, balanced and relevant to their development 

Challenges students to use their skills and abilities to the highest standard 

Promotes equality of opportunity, the importance of healthy lifestyles and develops an understanding 

of the student’s role as an active citizen within the school and the wider community. 

The School Day 

8:50 - 9:05 am Registration 15 minutes 

9:05 -10:05 am Period 1 1 hour 

10:05 -11:05 am Period 2 1 hour 

11:05 - 11:20 am Break 15 minutes 

11:20am - 12:20pm Period 3 1 hour 

12:20 - 1pm Lunch 40 minutes 

1 - 2pm Period 4 1 hour 

2 - 3pm Period 5 1 hour 


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Uniform & Standards 

Item Description Standard 

Navy Blue Blazer* 

Official School Badge 

Navy Blue Skirt/Pinafore 

Dark Grey Trousers 

Light blue shirt/blouse 

School Tie 

Navy Blue Jumper/Cardigan 

(optional) 

Socks/Tights 

Black shoes 

LHS PE Kit 

Item 

LHS PE Shirt* 

LHS Shorts* 

LHS Socks* 

Trainers 

Regulation style 

Tailored style 

Buttoned to the collar, short or long sleeve 

Official clip on tie 

Blue for Yrs 7 - 10 Red for Yr 11 

(Available from school) 

V-Necked 

Navy/white socks or neutral/navy or black tights 

Low heeled, plain black leather shoes 

Description 

Official LHS Kit 



Black or white with non-marking soles 

No fashion skirts 

No jeans or canvas 

Must be tucked in 

Worn outside the shirt - not tucked in 

Not zipped 

No hoodies 

No patterned tights 

Boots, knee high or ankle not allowed. No 

pumps or trainers. NO LOGOS 

*Official LHS Uniform and PE Kit 

are available to buy from Paul’s Place, 

Stanley Road, Bootle and 

Prima Donna, Marian Sqaure) 

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Uniform & Standards 

Hair 

Hair should be an appropriate style for school. We do not accept extreme hairstyles. Students should not have a 

shaved head using below a number two setting. Long hair must be kept tidy. Students should have hair of a natural 

colour as artificial colours are seen as “extreme”. Hair should be in the natural colour range e.g. blonde, brunette, 

natural red. Hair accessories are not encouraged but when worn should be subtle. 

Make-up 

Make-up and nail varnish are not allowed. Students wearing make-up will be asked to remove it. Also students 

wearing nail varnish or false nails will be asked to remove them. 

Jewellery 

One pair of small earrings. No other jewellery should be worn. No nose studs, tongue studs or facial piercings. 

Mobile Phones 

Students may bring to school but they are to be kept out of sight throughout the school day. Any student using 

their mobile phone on the school premises will have it confiscated for a period of time. Parents/guardians will be 

asked to collect mobile phones should a student continue to use in school. 

Equipment 

Students must always have all their equipment i.e. school bags, writing equipment etc. 


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Student Leadership 

Junior Leadership Team 

At Litherland High, we provide a wide range of opportunities for students to develop as citizens, both of the school and the 

wider community. 

Student leadership opportunities are many and varied, enabling students to use and develop their leadership skills:. 

A Junior Leadership Team is in place with Head Boy and Girl as well as Prefects in Year 11. In addition, each year group has a 

school council which serves as the link between the students and the leadership of the school. These opportunities allow the 

students to learn that they can effect positive change and take on roles of responsibility which prepare them for life beyond 

school. 

Ambassadors 

At LHS we also have a large team of Ambassadors, Mentors and Young Leaders who play a big part in day to day school life. 

We have Anti-Bullying Ambassadors, Attendance Ambassadors, Peer Mentors, Sports Leaders, Information and Communication 

Assistants to name but a few. To find out more about student leadership please visit the ‘Student Leadership’ page on our 

website. 

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Life After LHS 

Life after GCSEs is full of possibilities! It is very important to us that when students leave LHS they have a plan for 

their future, be that a place at a sixth form college, an apprenticeship or work based training. Whatever the chosen 

route, each student receives individual advice and guidance to help them make the correct decision for their next step. 

LHS students visit local businesses and universities to find out about the opportunities that are available to them at 

local, national and international level. 

There are opportunities to take part in Mock Interviews, Enterprise Days and Careers Fairs and there are frequent 

college and apprenticeship drop in sessions throughout the year. 


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Enrichment 

All students have the opportunity to participate in an extensive after school and lunchtime programme of 

activities designed to support and enhance the day-to-day curriculum. We believe that taking part in activities 

outside of the classroom is an invaluable way for students to build positive relationships, develop self-esteem and 

lead an active and healthy lifestyle. 

In School: 

Students can participate in Drama Club, Chess Club, Literature Club, Pi and Maths, Debating Society and Classical 

Studies as well as many sports including basketball, netball, gymnastics and football. Recently, a school newspaper 

team has been set up which allows students to share their ideas and use their literacy skills. Please visit the school 

website for the full timetable of clubs. 

Our students have gone on to win awards and take part in some fantastic experiences due to their participation in 

enrichment activities. 

For more details about the clubs we have on offer, please visit our website. 

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Pushing Boundaries 

Outside of School: 

There are many educational visits which relate to the curriculum such as field trips, revision sessions and 

curriculum enrichment on our Super Learning Days. Students also have the opportunity to undertake the 

Duke of Edinburgh Award (Bronze) as well as represent the school in a variety of sports competitions. 

Outside of the Country: 

Students have the opportunity to take part in exchange programmes with partner schools in Spain and the 

Czech Republic. We have a ski trip to Europe and the USA which is open to all students and just last year a 

group of students visited the Euro Space centre in Belgium! 


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Pastoral Care 

Learning is most effective in an environment where students feel safe, secure and happy. We are 

proud of the strength of the pastoral care and enrichment programmes we offer here at LHS, 

focused on supporting all students in their wellbeing, as well as helping them to develop a sense of 

responsibility for their physical and social environment. 

All staff at LHS are committed to working in partnership with parents, to caring for our students 

and fostering their personal development. Showing flexibility in the face of individual circumstances, 

helping to develop independence, teaching students to take responsibility for their actions and 

supporting their social development are all part of this pastoral work 

Pastoral System 

Year 7 Year 8 Year 9 Year 10 Year 11 

Head of Year 

Head of Year 

Head of Year 

Head of Year 

Head of Year 

AHOY - Assistant Head 

of Year 


of Year 


of Year 


of Year 


of Year 

Transition Team - Yr 6 - 7 

Transition Team - Options 

CEIAG 

CEIAG 

Transition Team - Post 16 

Form Tutors 

Form Tutors 

Form Tutors 

Form Tutors 

Form Tutors 

Support Staff 

Support Staff 

Support Staff 

Support Staff 

Support Staff 

House System 

House System 

House System 

House System 

House System 

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Curriculum 

At Litherland High School we are committed to providing an enjoyable, broad, balanced, high-quality curriculum 

which fully prepares students for higher education and employment and enables students of all abilities to excel 

academically and socially. It is designed to challenge students, present new opportunities for learning and enable 

them to develop new, transferable skills. 

Students will be expected to show an increased level of maturity and a growing sense of responsibility for their own 

work and progress. Year 7 students will study a number of subjects that they may not have been previously 

introduced to and will study other subjects in greater depth. Opportunities related to social, moral, spiritual and 

cultural development enrich the curriculum alongside personal, social and health education programmes. Strategies 

to develop skills in literacy and numeracy are firmly embedded in each subject area. 

All GCSE subjects follow a 3 year programme to facilitate the mastery of skills within each subject area. This 

approach ensures that students are able to study subjects in greater depth to maximise their progress and 

achievement. 


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English & Humanities 

English 

English is a thriving and lively area at Litherland High where we strive to ensure that students enjoy our subject and progress in 

all lessons. We pride ourselves on our good relationships with students and our commitment to improving standards of 

teaching and learning. 

Students are encouraged and expected to achieve all aspects of this subject. To ensure this happens, teaching staff cater for the 

personal needs of individual students by using a range of teaching and learning styles. This may mean that students are asked to 

work individually or in groups or it may mean using our dedicated ICT area to access key information from other sources. 

Whatever the strategy is, we believe students will agree that English lessons are enjoyable, stimulating and rewarding. 

Humanities 

The humanities department consists of Geography, History and Religious Studies. Geography allows students the opportunity 

to explore the world that they live in. Looking at both human and physical Geography. 

History is perhaps more important than ever before as students discover not only the joys of a good historical story but also 

its importance in understanding the world and its people as it is today. Enjoy learning about people and their societies, 

economies, cultures and the environment and learn and develop a wide range of skills. Religious Education offers students the 

opportunity to discuss, debate and challenge their own opinions and the opinions of others. It allows students to question and 

reflect on many social, moral and cultural issues exploring the world and society around us. 

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STEM Subjects 

Science 

A high quality science education provides the foundations for understanding the world through the specific disciplines of 

Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Science is vital to the world’s future prosperity. We believe that all students should be taught 

essential aspects of the knowledge, methods and uses of science. Through building up a body of key knowledge and concepts, 

students are encouraged to recognise the power of rational thought and develop a sense of curiosity about science in the 

world around them. 

Technology 

In food technology there is a strong emphasis on the gaining of practical skills, whilst working in a safe and hygienic 

environment. The course covers basic nutrition and homework is set when it is felt necessary to supplement theory work or 

to revise before a test. Students have the opportunity to work as individuals or as part of a group. 

Engineering 

This is a curriculum subject that is aimed at students interested in entering the business world of architecture, engineering and 

professional construction careers. It is an industry backed programme which provides a valuable route to a professional career. 

Mathematics 

The Mathematics department aims to develop students' abilities to calculate, to reason logically, algebraically and geometrically, 

to solve problems and handle data. We believe we have a responsibility to the students to not only guide and support them 

through their school education but to also foster skills which will prepare them for the demands of life. 


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Languages 

There is the opportunity to study three languages at LHS, Spanish, French and Chinese. 

Spain is one of the UK’s major economic partners. Communication, negotiation and travel are all greatly 

facilitated by the ability to speak Spanish.The acquisition of Spanish will therefore be a considerable asset 

for 21st century adults, especially in the fields of business, marketing, tourism, law and the service 

industries to name but a few. 

There are more than 220 million French speakers around the world and it is the second most widely 

spoken language in the world. International businesses prefer to hire people who speak more than one 

language and French is the ideal language as it is one of the working languages of the United Nations. 

Skilled linguists have never been so much in demand! With more than 955 million speakers, Mandarin 

claims the top spot as the world’s most common language. China has become a huge market, and 

business leaders are looking for people who can speak Chinese and operate successfully in a Chinese 

cultural context. 

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Physical Education 

Physical education helps students to develop the skills, knowledge, and competencies to live healthy and 

physically active lives at school and for the rest of their life. 

During KS3 these units are delivered through a variety of sports including: Gymnastics/Trampolining, Dance, 

Hockey, Netball, Football, Rugby, Badminton,Tennis, Orienteering/Team Building, Aerobics/Zumba, Health Related 

Exercise, Rounders, Athletics, Volleyball, Handball and Dodgeball. 

GCSE PE students develop knowledge and practical skills in a range of physical activities. They learn to examine 

the effects of exercise and how training can improve performance and, through a variety of roles, will find ways 

to improve their own performances. They will identify ways to develop and 

maintain a healthy active lifestyle through participation in physical activity and appreciate the benefits of 

promoting “sport for all”. 

Here at LHS we also have access to the facilities at Litherland Sports Park including the athletics 

facilities, fitness suites and 3G football pitches. 


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Art & Photography 

The Art and Photography department aims to provide opportunities for students to experience a full 

range of creative, practical and exciting projects. Our target is that all students reach their potential 

and have a real sense of pride in their work. We have a state of the art photography studio and all 

students have the use of digital SLR cameras. Students have the opportunity to go on several trips to 

develop their art and photography work including London, Dublin and Barcelona! We also have an 

outdoor art classroom which gives the students the opportunity to work outdoors. Every year we 

have an Art and Photography Exhibition for the parents and local communtity where students get the 

chance to showcase their work. 

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Performing Arts 

Drama is part of the thriving Performing Arts community at Litherland High School. 

Drama is taught at KS3 and KS4 in our activity studios. The Drama Department also offers high quality 

extra-curricular programme that allows students to extend their skills and learning beyond the 

classroom while indulging their passion for the subject. Music provides a stimulating and rewarding 

programme of study that enables students to develop their musical imagination and creativity. Students 

can develop their technical skills on an instrument or as a singer, and become increasingly confident, 

expressive and mature as a performer. 

We have fantastic facilities for Performing Arts including our state of the art Starry Nights Theatre, 

dance and activity studios, music and practice rooms and a fully equipped recording studio. 


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What our Parents Say 

My daughter has really 

enjoyed her first year at 

LHS. All of the staff have 

been extremely 

supportive. 

Year 7 Parent 

My son has had the 

opportunity to take part in 

some brilliant activties this 

year including a trip to London, 

Dublin and a 

Regional Science 

Competition. 

Year 10 Parent 

The staff at LHS are 

hardworking, dedicated 

and thoroughly 

professional. 

Year 8 Parent 

My sons feels challenged 

and supported. He loves 

going to school! 

Year 7 Parent 

There are lots of 

enrichment activities to 

enhance my child’s 

development. 

Year 11 Parent 

The staff are extremely 

supportive and they really 

do care about the 

students. 

Year 9 Parent 

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Come and visit us 

We would love for you to come and visit us here at LHS and have a look around. 

Our Open Evening event normally takes place in September, please check our 

website for updates. 

Or we can arrange for you to have a personal tour during the school day. If you 

would like to arrange a tour just give us a call on 0151 214 3434 and a member of 

the Transition Team can make the necessary arrangements. 

Keep up to date with everything going on at LHS by visiting our website or 

following us on social media. You can even download the LHS MyEd App from 

Google Play or the App Store. 


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Why choose LHS? 

We have state of the 

art facilities in a 

fantastic specially 

designed building. 

Outstanding IT 

facilities with enough 

computers for 1 per 

student. 

Friendly staff 

and tutors. 

Strong subject 

specialists with 

outstanding 

support. 

We are a school 

at the heart of 

our community. 

Fantastic 

extra-curricular 

activities and clubs. Lots 

of opportunities for 

trips both home and 

abroad.

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