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Newtown C of E Primary School charity fundraiser and awareness day for MacMillan Cancer and Bone Cancer Research Trust
Tue 15 Oct 2024Newtown C of E Primary School organised a charity awareness and fundraiser for MacMillan Cancer and Bone Cancer Research Trust in memory of Mrs Beames' son Jack who tragically passed away in February 2024.
The entire school community wore blue, as this was Jack’s favourite colour and gathered on the school field to create a blue heart in memory of Jack Beames, to raise awareness of the charities support and work. Mrs Howlett led a Collective Worship on the importance of charity and each child donated at least £1 for the privilege of not wearing school uniform on this day. Parents and families also donated and bought cakes and goodies at our bake sale at the end of the school day.
We are delighted to be able to announce that so far the total raised is £1349.76 and this will still increase due to another bake sale taking place today. The total amount raised will be split equally between the two charities in memory of Jack. Mr and Mrs Beames have also match-funded the amount given to the Bone Cancer Awareness Trust.
Please see below The News articles from the event days:
Newtown C Of E Primary School to 'turn blue': Preview article
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World Mental Health Day - Support for Staff
Thu 10 Oct 2024On World Mental Health Day, it is important to come together to talk about mental health and show everyone that mental health matters. Talking about our mental health can help us cope better with life’s ups and downs.
World Mental Health Day is celebrated every year on 10 October. This year’s theme set by the World Federation of Mental Health is workplace mental health. The theme highlights the importance of addressing mental health and wellbeing in the workplace, for the benefit of people, organisations, and communities.
At Newtown C of E Primary School we look after our staff and promote good mental health throughout the year but today our Senior Mental Health Lead has launched termly Staff Wellbeing-Drop-In Sessions, so that we can support and signpost staff to improve their mental health and wellbeing, be that at work or in their everyday lives. Because we stand brighter, together.
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World Mental Health Day
Thu 10 Oct 2024This World Mental Health Day, we're reminding you to check in and catch up with someone you care about.
We know that many people are dealing with difficult feelings right now. Concerns about mental health, the news, family problems, relationships, financial pressures, or issues at work, can make us feel isolated and alone.
Many things are out of our control, but one thing we can do is look out for each other.
A simple conversation with a friend, family member, colleague or neighbour can have a positive impact on our mental health. It can help us process our emotions, share and solve problems and build meaningful relationships.
By giving people time, undivided attention and empathy, we can connect and reduce feelings of distress and despair. And remember, you don’t have to be a Samaritan to be there for someone.
This World Mental Health Day, make time to check in and catch up with someone you care about.
And if you’d like to chat with one of the Samaritans listening volunteers about something that’s troubling you, they are always there for you. Call free, day or night, on 116 123. Please make time for you too.
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#Hello Yellow Awareness Day
Thu 10 Oct 2024It's #HelloYellow day!: Thursday 10 October 2024
Today, thousands of schools, companies and communities across the UK are coming together in yellow on World Mental Health Day.
Newtown C of E Primary School are raising awareness and showing children and young people they’re not alone with their mental health. Because we stand brighter, together.
