Sincere thanks to everyone who supported the JGHS 2019
‘Sleep Out’ in aid of Social Bite.
To all who donated money, dropped off non-perishables for
Edinburgh’s homeless, gave up your Friday Night/Saturday morning to
ensure that so many youngsters were able to take part, and contributed in
myriad ways, Thank You.
In total, 225 (S1,2 and 3) pupils slept over and another 25
seniors helped out with the various activities and games on Friday night. 30+
resilient staff were at the school overnight to provide encouragement and to
ensure all of our young people had fun and were safe. Local businesses also
came on board this year; some donated online whilst others donated prizes for
various competitions. Thanks for the many online messages of support
which added to the camaraderie in the lead up and on the night of the event.
Finally and especially, huge thanks to Emma Sturm (Teacher
of English) who, with her characteristic warmth of personality and impressive
attention to detail, ably supported by her enthusiastic band of ‘elves’,
coordinated and planned last night’s event and all the associated fundraising.
We have, as at 1120 on Saturday 30 November, raised the magnificent
sum of £12,003.29. All of the money
raised goes towards supporting those unfortunates who are homeless in Scotland.
The opportunity to donate will remain open till Christmas so
we expect this sum to rise further. https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-display/showROFundraiserPage?userUrl=jamesgillespies&pageUrl=2
I’d like to wish all a lovely
and restful St Andrew’s day.
Yours, in appreciation,
Donald
PS “The best way to find yourself, is to lose
yourself in the service of others.” —Mahatma Gandhi
Donald j Macdonald (Headteacher)
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