Yesterday, we were invited back to our old School, George Spencer, and we had a great morning seeing some friendly faces and talking to the Year 11s about Bone Cancer and next year's challenge!
We were invited to speak in a Year 11 Assembly which gave an update on how the year have done so far with charity work and thought it would be a perfect opportunity to bring in a charity that was a little closer to home rather than a national one.
To get the pupils engaged and to see how much they we aware of the cancer and even Caroline and Thomas, we asked them to put their hands up if they'd heard of cancer and then keep them up if they'd heard of bone cancer. We were surprised at the large portion of hands still raised! We then asked them to put their hands up if they'd noticed the trees outside by the school reception - 99% of hands went up but the majority dropped when we asked if they knew who they were for or if they knew who Thomas and Caroline were. To be able to get them to relate the trees to not only ex-pupils of the school, but their story was the best way to get them thinking and wanting them to get involved.
It was wonderful being back and listening to all of the various ideas being thrown around to help raise money and ideas for building up those miles so after years trying to get out of school, we can't wait to pay another visit!
A message to George Spencer, staff and pupils:
" Thank you to everyone who welcomed us back yesterday after so long! It was so good to see a few familiar faces as well as teach you all a bit about bone cancer and how you can join us next year.
We had some lovely young ladies come up to us at the end offering to do some miles for us so we can't wait to see your photos and to hear how you're getting on! For those wanting to join them, just drop us an email with how many miles you've done and how, and maybe a 'selfie' so we can add this to the blog! Whether it's in the gym, on your bike, riding a horse or doing cross country or the dreaded bleep test, whether you're on your own or doing it as a team or class, be sure to get involved!
We'll be back in the New Year and will come along to any events you guys want to plan for us but in the mean time, follow us on Facebook and Twitter and keep spreading the word!
