In the Edinburgh Evening News today (17 Nov 2012), former pupil Jeff Young prepares to pack his bags for the trip of a lifetime, to help needy people in Costa Rica and 
Nicaragua. 

He will help develop sanitation projects, build shelters for the homeless and work with endangered animals such as giant turtles.

He hopes that in telling his story he can inspire other teenagers to do their bit to make a difference.

The full story can be read on the Edinburgh Evening News website.