In Feb 2024 we at Bristol Brunel Academy were devastated by the sudden passing of our dear friend and colleague, Ashley Jackson.

Ashley was part of the BBA community for 4 years, initially as a Learning Support Assistant, and then returning as a teacher of Technology after completing his training. He was a fantastic, authentic teacher. Always kind and patient, making time for everyone. We will miss everything he brought to our community. We'll never forget his laugh.

In Ashley's memory we, a group of his friends and colleagues, are running the Bristol 10k and Half Marathon to raise money for Off The Record.

OTR: A mental health social movement by and for young people aged 11-25 in Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset.

OTR isn't just a charity providing mental health services, it's a mental health movement mobilised to support, promote and defend the mental health, rights and social position of young people!