We work closely with local schools and plan events throughout the year to encourage development of pupil's skills and with the help of Prison? Me? No Way! we run a programme of making Rushden Academy pupils aware of some of the choices they will need to make later in their lives. We also hold a number of fundraising events that are designed to help those in need in our area. Working with the Community and local Charities we try to support those who are in need of help together with the food banks locally and those whose problems are homelessness and recovery from drug addiction.