There’s a new student leadership club in Abbotsford School District and they’re already doing some very big things.
The Grade 5 students at Terry Fox elementary created Terry’s Team, after the death of a classmate earlier this year. More than half of the Grade 5s have joined the club, which is focused on fundraising and giving back to the community.
They launched the club with the help of their teachers, Amy Baker and Jeremy Wiebe, in October and chose the hospice where their classmate had spent so much as their first fundraising project.
The students immediately started fundraising for Canuck Place Children’s Hospice, and were able to raise just over $1,900 for the organization.
“We are so thrilled with this donation,” said a hospice representative. “Canuck Place is funded mainly by private donations, and this donation will provide much-needed help to a child in need.”
The students were so enthusiastic and excited about what they were able to contribute that they decided to take on an additional fundraising challenge, supporting another classmate who will be undergoing surgery within the new year.
Even though the club is new, Terry’s Team has been able to successfully fundraise through bake sales, collecting the school recycling, setting up assemblies and most recently, facilitating the Holiday Food Bank Drive.
“I couldn’t be prouder of how our older students are modelling citizenship for their younger peers,” said Angela Magon, principal of Terry Fox elementary. “What a great example for them to set!”
With their dedication to supporting their school and community needs, these Grade 5 student leaders have been able to make a big difference.
READ MORE: Abbotsford organizations donate to Canuck Place Children’s Hospice
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