Red Bay Primary School Walk-a-Thon

Students had a great time cooling off by jumping into
the sea, after the Red Bay Primary School Walk-a-Thon.

Students gather at Smith Cove after the Walk-a-Thon.

Teachers who took part in the Walk-a-Thon.

Wednesday, June 8, 2005

Both parents and teachers joined Red Bay Primary School students this weekend in the annual Walk-a-Thon. The event is designed to raise funds for the various activities and resources the schools needs, with the children gaining sponsorship for their efforts throughout the community.

�We organize a day for the students to walk, and there is a chance to swim afterwards, � said Principal, Mrs McLaughlin.

Companies in the community also donated prizes for students who have collected the most sponsorship and this year the community was very generous.

�It was a very successful Walk-a-Thon at a time like this, after the storm, when people have been trying to get back on their feet,� added Mrs McLaughlin.

The five-mile route saw the youngsters and the supporting adults walk from Smith Cove beach to the South Sound Dock and Back.

At the end of the event the children enjoyed a refreshing swim at Smith Cove with parents on hand, making the occasion a true family day out.

�Despite the weather we had a perfect morning for walking because it didn�t rain and it was very cool,� added Mrs. McLaughlin.

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