Students at Spilsby school spread joy to care homes

The Year 8 students at King Edward VI Academy created cards and treat hampers for two care homes in the area as part of their 'Classroom to Care Home' initiative.

In addition they took part in a Santa Run on Wednesday morning. This involved 70 students taking part in the sponsored event whilst dressed as Santa.

A total of £1593.66 was raised for the DRET Inspiration Fund, which gives opportunities for trips, resources, workshops and interviews with professionals in the arts industry.

A 'Chocolate/Uniform exchange' was also held recently. The idea was that students should wear something to do with Christmas and in return would bring a selection box or sweets to the value of around £1 .

All of the chocolate donated have been given to the Spilsby New Life Centre food bank to be put into Christmas hampers for families in need over Christmas.

James Myhill-Johnson (Principal) commented: "Fundraising has been an integral part of our academy culture and ethos over the last few years, especially in ensuring that everyone is able to have access to important, staple items.

"Christmas at KEVI this year was no different. Our year 8 group were amazing in their efforts to drive forward the Classrooms to Care Homes initiative and it was fantastic to be able to hand over 62 treat hampers to two of our local care homes."

Amy Everton, Teacher of Performing Arts, added: "I am immensely proud of everyone involved and hopefully this can be the start of a new tradition bringing the community feel in school.

"It has been a tough year for everyone so hopefully these hampers will bring a bit of Christmas spirit"