9th December, Pleasington - As the autumn term draws to a close for Christmas, students at Westholme School have reflected on their fundraising efforts over the last three months, with a heartfelt £6,364 raised in support of several good causes – both locally and internationally.????
Spearheaded by seven students from the School’s INSPIRED Sixth Form Charity and Human Rights Team, fundraising events have included a ‘Wear it Pink’ day, dedicated to Breast Cancer Awareness, Multicultural Day in support of Children in Need, a Macmillan cake sale in aid of people living with cancer, and a special fundraising effort in memory of former Westholme Head Boy, Yusef Mumtaz, who passed away in July this year.?
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The school community came together to remember Yusuf, raising £2,913.00 for a memorial fund to build a water well, in his honour, which will provide clean water to a community in need, ensuring his kindness lives on through a lasting impact on others. Jaguar Land Rover, where Yusuf was studying a Degree level Apprenticeship, has also pledged to match the funds raised.?
More recently, Multicultural Day saw a vibrant school-wide assembly where students and staff wore cultural attire and took turns to share insights into their diverse backgrounds, emphasising mutual respect and inclusiveness, all while raising money for Children in Need.??
Head of EPR and Charity Events Coordinator for the school, Rachel Oracz said: “Our Charity team are so passionate about supporting others – not only through a one-off event but by educating the wider school about the long-term impact of the causes we come together to support.??
“Our team have raised a fantastic amount for various charities this term, but more importantly, they have driven awareness to causes that may otherwise have been unknown and with each event have asked ‘How can we make a difference to other people?’”.??
Westholme student Enrikas Juselis, from Blackburn, said: "Being part of the Charity and Human Rights Team has expanded my sense of community beyond just the people around me, to a global community. With rights campaigns and charity events, I feel a very human and emotional connection to others and feel I am contributing to a brighter, better future. During my time on the team, I've become aware of the importance of rights protection – so much so, this has sparked an interest in human rights law, preparing me for reading Law at University."?
Westholme’s Principal, Paul Taylor, said: “I am incredibly proud of our students, whose efforts have not only raised significant funds for meaningful causes but have also strengthened the family feel that is so much a part of Westholme’s ethos. Our dedication to caring for others is at the heart of everything we do. It is this spirit of kindness and community that sets Westholme apart. We remain committed to future charitable endeavors and to nurturing a culture of compassion among our students and staff."?
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