--- title: "Standing Together in Remembrance: Holocaust Memorial Week" url: "https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-02-02-standing-together-in-remembrance-holocaust-memorial-week" school: "St Michael’s Catholic Academy" --- Admissions Consultation BHCET schools in Stockton and Billingham [Click Here](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/governance/admissions-consultation) **Tel:** (01642) 870003 **Email:** enquiries@stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk # Standing Together in Remembrance: Holocaust Memorial Week 2 February 2026 Last week, our academy community has come together to honour **Holocaust Memorial Week**, a time dedicated to remembering the millions of lives lost and reflecting on the importance of compassion, tolerance, and justice in today’s world. Throughout the week, all students attended **thought‑provoking assemblies led by Mr Hodgson**, where they learned about the Holocaust and explored how its impact continues to shape the experiences of individuals, families, and communities across the globe. These assemblies encouraged our young people to think deeply, ask meaningful questions, and consider the vital role they play in building a kinder future. ### Acts of Remembrance As part of our commemoration, students laid stones at our **Holocaust Memorial** - a simple yet powerful gesture symbolising remembrance, respect, and the importance of never forgetting. This moment of quiet reflection allowed pupils to honour those who suffered and to recognise the lasting significance of standing up against prejudice and hatred. ### A Community United On Friday, we were honoured to welcome **primary and secondary schools from across the local area** to join us in a shared act of remembrance. Coming together in this way strengthened our collective commitment to challenging discrimination and promoting understanding within our wider community. ### We Remember. We Reflect. We Commit. Holocaust Memorial Week has reminded us of the responsibility we all share in shaping a world where empathy, respect, and equality are at the heart of our actions. **We remember. We reflect. We commit to building a better future.** **![](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/images/625149483_1589574032117363_1170712465632383901_n.jpg)** [ Snow, Smiles and Skiing: St Michael’s Hit the Slopes!](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-01-27-snow-smiles-and-skiing-st-michael-s-hit-the-slopes) [Sports Leaders Shine at the Pirate Festival ](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-02-07-sports-leaders-shine-at-the-pirate-festival) ![St Michael’s Catholic Academy](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/images/logo/Bishop_Hogarth_and_Hexham_Logo_new_(1).png) ### St Michael’s Catholic Academy Beamish Road Billingham Stockton-On-Tees TS23 3DX (01642) 870003 - [Office 365](https://outlook.office.com/bhcet.org.uk) - [BHCET Trust Website](https://bhcet.org.uk/) ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/stmichaelscatholicacademybillingham/) - [X](https://twitter.com/StMBillingham) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/stmichaelscatholicacademy/) ### Translation © Copyright 2025–2026 St Michael’s Catholic Academy School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)