STUDENTS from two of the county's schools will be presenting their community projects at the annual Barclays New Futures regional conference tomorrow.

Pupils from Wensleydale School, Leyburn and Fulford School, York, will be among those attending the conference to explain the community work they have been doing over the last year.

Wensleydale School received a £5,000 Barclays grant to develop a programme of learning partnerships within the community. The students organised two weeks of activities in the school, which focused on charity work and community skills.

Headteacher David Eaton said: "The activities brought together students and members of the community of all ages, from eight to 80.

"The students have gained invaluable life and work skills through the brainstorming, planning and organising of the activities.

"They have also developed strong relationships with groups from across the community."

Students at Fulford School used their £10,000 Barclays New Futures award towards the setting up and running of a northern centre of debating excellence.

Any school wishing to apply for an award should call (0207) 7924949.