Primary school pupils praised for Ukraine fundraising efforts
A Shropshire MP has congratulated staff and pupils at school for their fundraising efforts in response to the crisis in Ukraine.
On a visit to Much Wenlock Primary School on Friday, Philip Dunne witnessed a fundraising day, which raised over £2,000 for the British Red Cross Ukraine Appeal.
The children took part in a sponsored run, cake sale and other events to help raise the funds.
One Year 6 pupil, Ellie Christmas, single handedly raised £595 from a sponsored silence.
Mr Dunne said: “I was particularly pleased to visit Much Wenlock Primary School on such a successful day raising funds to help the people of Ukraine.
"All of us have been deeply moved by the tragic humanitarian crisis caused by Russia’s war in Ukraine, so I congratulate staff and pupils for doing such a fantastic job in raising over £2,000, which will help those in dire need.
"I also joined year six pupils and learned their views in a balanced debate on a topic they had been researching for some time. They showed an impressive knowledge and keenness to consider both sides in a debate which is testament to the teaching staff at Much Wenlock Primary.”
