Easter Egg Donation
In Worship this morning we focused on our Kindness Kite for this week, which was about fairness and sharing what we have with others. Our children thought of so many ways we share what we have with those who don't have as much as we do such as donating food through our Harvest Appeals, donating warm coats to the homeless, donating our clothes and toys, our Rotakids donating teddies to Darwen Rotary Club and our shoebox appeal for Darwen DARE - Darwen Asylum and Refugee Enterprise. This led us to think about what we could give this Lent and the children thought about gifting Easter Eggs. If you would like to gift an Easter Egg to a child in need in our community, please send one into school. Thank you in advance for your kindness.
Year 5 - Rotakids
This week marks the end of our most recent charity project in association with Darwen Rotary Club. We collected over 60 teddies and plushes from the ever-generous children and families of St Barnabas. Some will be heading abroad to children in war zones with the Teddy Trust, while others will support more local families. Thank you to everyone who contributed and well done to Year 5, whose enthusiasm, posters, comic books and passionate speeches made it all possible.
Year 5 -Rotakids
Today, Julia from Darwen Rotary Club visited the class to discuss our next project. We have decided to collect Teddy Bears to give to children around the world who do not have their own. We have made posters and comic strips to promote the endeavour and we will be asking everyone in the school to donate a Teddy Bear in good condition that they would be willing to part with.
Rotakids Harvest Collection
A huge thank you from our RotaKids to everyone who has donated shoe boxes filled with toiletries and warm clothing for DARE - Darwen Asylum and Refugee Enterprise over the last few weeks. They are still collecting warm coats, hats and scarfs for Darwen Rotary to help those who are homeless or are in need. Perhaps you could sort through any old coats during the holidays. Thanks for your generosity!
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VE Commemoration- Red, white and blue day
Today, our pupils and staff dressed in red, white and blue to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day. We came together to remember and honour those who served, and to reflect on the importance of peace and unity. As part of our celebrations, we’re supporting the Royal British Legion. If you’d like to make a donation, you can do so easily via ParentPay. Every contribution helps support veterans and their families. Thank you for helping us make this day meaningful for our school family! #VEDay80 #StBarnabasRemembers #RoyalBritishLegion #RedWhiteBlueDay
Year 5 - RotaKids
Year 5 RotaKids baked a wonderful selection of cakes and biscuits in preparation for hosting an afternoon tea for the whole school community. The event welcomed children from all year groups, who joined us after school to enjoy the treats and spend time together. It was a fantastic afternoon, and all the children had a great time taking part in this special event.
Year 6 Hop, Skip and Jump
Year 6 took part in the Hop, Skip and Jump activity to raise money for East Lancs Hospice. They wore the Easter crowns that they had made and had a lot of fun! Donations can be made on parent pay.
Year 3- Hop, Skip and Jump for East Lancs Hospice
Year 3 have completed their Hop, Skip and Jump for The East Lancashire Hospice Challenge . The children all wore their decorated crowns whilst making their way around our 1k course in order to raise money for this wonderful cause. Donations can be made on parent pay for all those who took part and received their special chocolate treat.
Year 2 - Hop, skip and jump
Today, Year 2 took part in the Hop, Skip & Jump. This initiative is all about making a difference to the community and supporting East Lancashire Hospice. We hopped, skipped and jumped our way around our playground. Over the last two years, the campaign has raised over £12,000 for East Lancashire Hospice and they have had over 30 local schools and nurseries involved. This year, they want to go one step further and raise over £20,000 for the hospice - so we have done our bit and what a beautiful day to take part in the sun!
Year 4 Hop, Skip and Jump for East Lancashire Hospice
Today Year 4 took part in the Hop, Skip & Jump initiative that promised fun, laughter, and a chance for the children to get creative; all whilst making a difference to the community and supporting East Lancashire Hospice. We hopped, skipped and jumped our way around the MUGA. Over the last two years, the campaign has raised over £12,000 for East Lancashire Hospice and they have had over 30 local schools and nurseries involved. This year, they want to go one step further and raise over £20,000 for the hospice - so we have done our bit and what a beautiful day to take part in the sun!
Year 1- Hop, Skip and Jump for East Lancs Hospice
This morning, Year 1 completed their Hop, Skip and Jump for The East Lancashire Hospice . The children all wore their decorated crowns whilst making their way around our 1k course in order to raise money for this wonderful cause. They children tried extremely hard and did very well. Donations can be made on parent pay for all those who took part and received their special chocolate treat.
Year 5 Hop, Skip and Jump
Year 5 took part in the Hop, Skip and Jump activity to raise money for East Lancashire Hospice. They wore the Easter crowns that they had made and had a lot of fun!