Jack

Student Recruitment Manager at Newcastle University & Governor at Kingsmeadow School, Gateshead. #ViewsMyOwn (He/Him)

[Douglas Blackstock @black_dug]

Never can I remember so many Vice Chancellors, from a broad range of Universities, being on the radio and the TV in a single day, ever. And not being bashed and battered but being able to explain how they are supporting huge numbers of aspiring students chart their future.

[Newcastle University @UniofNewcastle]

We welcome today’s announcement to honour teacher-assessed grades and we are delighted to confirm that we will accept students who meet the terms of their original offer with us here at Newcastle University. View our latest statement 👉https://t.co/F8OLyW6K8r #alevelresults

[Jack @jackotooleNCL]

Right result that could’ve been made ages ago. Instead thrown the whole HE sector into disarray (as well as young people’s lives).

BTEC/IB grades noticeably and frustratingly absent from this decision.

[UK Prime Minister @10DowningStreet]

A Level, AS Level and GCSE results will now be based on teacher-assessed grades.

Students will receive the higher of their teacher-assessed grade or their moderated grade.

[The Sutton Trust @suttontrust]

Reverting to teacher assessed grades will bring some long overdue clarity to the students and schools who have been unfairly affected by the adjustment process.

We must ensure that this move genuinely helps social mobility and undoes some of the injustices that came to light.

[Jack @jackotooleNCL]

Pleased to hear about the govts U-Turn but now need to hear how this is going to work. Universiry Admissions teams naturally need answers to be able to make decisions for students.

[Newcastle University @StudentsNCL]

Congratulations to everyone who accepted an offer to study with us today, we can't wait to welcome you all 😁💗 In the meantime, have a wonderful summer – you’ve earned it! #BuildTheNew

[Jack @jackotooleNCL]

To all those students, teachers, parents, grandparents and friends affected by the A Level results debacle and struggling to find a way to express your anger...My advice?

Register to VOTE.

[Jack @jackotooleNCL]

If you are heading out to celebrate getting results today - remember to stay safe and ENJOY!

[Jack @jackotooleNCL]

Also - make use of the appeals process!! (but let your Uni know thats what you're going to do!)

[Jack @jackotooleNCL]

So lovely seeing all the happy tweets this morning for students who have been accepted onto their desired course, but also some sad situations. Make sure to speak to your Uni of choice to see what they can do.

[Jack @jackotooleNCL]

Baffled and concerned with governments announcement RE mock exam grades.

[Jack @jackotooleNCL]

The first video for the Virtual BSU is now live.... Say hello to the team! 👋🏻

[NCL Summer Schools @nclsummerschool]

BSU 2020 - welcome!

https://t.co/3LrC0tylVU

[Jack @jackotooleNCL]

@katieladams_ Super chuffed for you x

[UCU @ucu]

The government's obsession with earnings as the only measure of success suggests ignorance about the real value of education. It is particularly tone deaf when millions of workers educated & trained by universities are providing important public services https://t.co/uEg5PWfWLj

[Jack @jackotooleNCL]

I think this just about sums up my views on Michelle Donelan’s soeech this morning at the NEON conference on Outreach. #OutreachOnline https://t.co/nDS7cbuBHL

[Jack @jackotooleNCL]

Attending the @NEONHE conference today. Lots to unpack. Bizarre messages from the Minister for Universities but interesting context from Sanda at UCAS.

#OutreachOnline

[Jack @jackotooleNCL]

Love my colleague!

[Joel Greenwell @jgreenwellTF]

My #colleagueoftheweek is available for Zoom calls but only between the hours of 11am-3pm. The rest is nap time. @TeachFirstNE

[FutureMe @futureme_ne]

The FutureMe Challenge is NOW LIVE to students in years 9-13 across the North East. We need your help to design a digital advert to encourage more young people in the region to go on to higher education. To see more information visit: https://t.co/htN7HG3LUa

#FutureMeChallenge

[Northumbria Uni @NorthumbriaUni]

We're proud to be celebrating LGBT+ History Month this February. Click here to find out more about the amazing speakers and events we have lined up
https://t.co/oPdwOGofjp

[Jack @jackotooleNCL]

Here in Student Recruitment we're always supporting LGBT+ rights. With our workshop at our Summer Teacher & Advisor Lounge and advanced training for our Graduate Ambassadors, we're proud of the work we undertake.

[Jack @jackotooleNCL]

1st Feb marks the start of LGBT+ History Month! @NorthumbriaUni is supporting - check out our website for our special rainbow themed homepage and more information about what is coming up over the next few weeks! https://t.co/NvUo6sQjnz