Cockshut Hill School, part of the Summit Learning Trust, was thrilled to welcome back poet SPOZ (Esposito Giovanni) for an inspiring and energetic workshop with Year 8 learners this month.
The session, which was made possible thanks to sponsorship by Pantene, brought poetry to life, full of live performances, interactive activities, and creative exploration. The theme of the session was the power of hair, and the group were encouraged to experiment with words, rhythms, and imagery.
Working in teams, learners wrote and performed their own poems, showcasing not only their literacy skills but also remarkable confidence and resilience. SPOZ’s dynamic presence and guidance ensured a fun and memorable experience, leaving students motivated and inspired.
A local ‘Brummie Poet,’ SPOZ is an award-winning performance poet, singer-songwriter, filmmaker, and playwright, and he also served as poet-in-residence at Birmingham City FC. He previously held the title of Birmingham’s Poet Laureate and was one of six ‘Bards of Brum’ featured in the 2022 Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony.
Learner feedback highlighted the impact of the workshop:
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“I really enjoyed the workshop – it couldn’t be better!”
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“Entertaining and very enjoyable, I loved the battle of the rhymes and winning. I learnt new vocabulary.”
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“I enjoyed performing, reading out loud my own poem to the class, built my confidence.”
