In January, the annual “Walkathon” was hosted in three locations with different sets of year groups in each area. Year 7-9s on Borrett road, Year 10s and 11’s at harbourfront and Year 12’s and 13’s on the peak trail. Costumes were core to the event, with themes such as “Iconic duos” and Ancient mythology. Some featured costumes came from famous media such as: Squid game, subway Surfers, Chinese manhwas, and many more.
The event aimed to raise money and awareness towards the Nicola and Kenneth Bursaries; Two Island school students who tragically died during their school year. The bursaries are dedicated to students with academic excellence but struggle financially. Bursaries of $3,000 are awarded to each student which can be used to purchase books, stationery, etc. Students are advised to donate $250 towards the bursaries with a minimum of $100 per student.
Awareness wasn’t the only point of the walk, it was also an event for adding an element of creativity among students and promoting participation in further school events. In the future, the Nicola and Kenneth bursaries aim to support more unprivileged kids through helping them receive the proper support to continue their excellence in education; all while allowing students at Island School to celebrate their virtues and creativity.
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