Mary has been passionate about education and giving young people the best possible start in life. She has been involved in many initiatives and projects to strive for excellence in education:
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Being a School Governor at Christchurch Primary and Holland Park Secondary
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Working with trustees to raise funds for special projects to improve academic results as part of Holland Park School Trust
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Twinning Brentford Schools for Girls with a school in Rwanda to learn internationally about challenges and best practice
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Teaching IT to street kids in Kigali in Rwanda
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Visiting primary and secondary schools across west London to ensure excellence in education provision in the local area
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Fighting for and getting approval for four new schools in the local community
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Speaking at schools to encourage young people to take an interest in democracy and policy e.g. with Rt Hon William Hague at Chiswick School talking about violence against women and girls
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Encouraging homework clubs and breakfast clubs in schools, especially in more deprived communities
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Speaking to schools visiting Parliament
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Organising sixth form girls to visit Parliament on International Women's Day each year