A HIGH school's plan to bid for technology college status was outlined to parents at its presentation evening.

Head teacher of All Saints RC High School, Rawtenstall, Mike Brennan highlighted changes over the last 12 months and the plan for technology college status.

He praised the work, effort and attitude of all students who had set record school results and broken all targets set by Lancashire Education Authority.

Mr Brennan also spoke of the sadness at the death of parish priest Father James Christie and school nurse Mrs Ann Taylor.

Father David Lupton, vice-chairman of governors, presented the prizes and certificates.

Mr Brennan thanked leavers for their contributions over the five years and wished them well for their future.

A vote of thanks was given by head girl Kathryn Watson and head boy Simon Abbott.

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