The Salopian Summer 2023

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SCHOOL NEWS
FUNDRAISING FOR RESTART AFRICA
Through our partnership with Restart Africa, our collective goal at Shrewsbury School is to raise funds and enhance the
educational prospects of the children at the Restart Centre. With every £360 contributed, we can support a child’s access to
quality education in Kenya for an entire year. This not only enhances the welfare and prospects of these children but also
enriches the community by investing in teaching, infrastructure and technology.
Throughout the year, our school community has rallied behind this noble cause, engaging in a series of remarkable
initiatives that have a massive impact for these children. We kicked off the year with a resounding success, as our School,
Staff and Old Salopian network collaborated to host a Charity Football event in November. Under the guidance of Mr
Morris, this event was accompanied by a raffle and auction, resulting in an impressive total of over £6,000 raised for
the charity.
Following this triumphant start, a group of 32 pupils stepped forward in February to take part in an exhilarating All-
Night Sports Marathon. Over a span of ten hours, these spirited individuals competed in ten different sports. With the
unwavering support of our staff throughout the night, our students enthusiastically participated in a diverse range of
activities, from Dodgeball to Netball, Mountain Biking to Yoga. Together, they raised an astounding sum of £3,500.
Our Houses have also played an instrumental role in our charitable endeavours, spearheading numerous initiatives and
events. One such example is Churchill’s Hall, which organised a ‘300km in an Hour’ event, uniting the entire House in a
shared goal. Students ran, pedalled, and rowed their way to the finish line, demonstrating their commitment to making a
difference. We also had a superb effort from other Houses, such as Mary Sidney Hall who sold house joggers alongside an
evening of poker, spanning all the way to an individual effort from a pupil who sold Chinese New Year decorations.
These remarkable undertakings are a testament to the compassion and resilience of our school community. We believe that
education is a powerful tool for transformation, and with each donation, event and initiative, we inch closer to creating
a brighter future for the street children of Kenya. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to everyone involved in any of these
projects, whether it be through organisation or through much-needed donations.
Andrew Murray