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Shoebox appeal is biggest yet for Faha kids
By Michelle Crean
It's no wonder Faha pupils have a big smile on their faces as this year's Team Hope Shoebox Appeal is their biggest yet!
The children happily packed and wrapped 140 shoeboxes which will be sent to children in need throughout the world.
The school has been doing the Team Hope Shoebox Appeal for approximately six years when parent, Margaret Scully, initially contacted one of the SNAs, Delia O' Shea, wondering if they'd be interested in taking part. Since then the appeal has been wholeheartedly supported by the pupils, staff and extended Faha NS community.
"This year has been the biggest yet with 140 shoeboxes collected and many more donations online," Jerry Fitzgerald, Principal of Faha NS, said. "It is a learning experience for the children to realise that there are children just like themselves who may not be so fortunate and they really enjoy being given the opportunity to help out. They have great suggestions as to what to put in the shoeboxes and really put a lot of thought into it. The boxes are wrapped in Christmas paper which is also very exciting both for the children doing the wrapping as well for the children receiving the boxes." However, he added that last year the COVID-19 pandemic brought about big changes and the physical shoeboxes were not collected. "Instead the children were able to do virtual shoeboxes or donate money. This cloud had a silver lining as this year people have both options and it makes it easier than ever to donate. The shoebox appeal always marks the start of Christmas at Faha NS and we are delighted to be able to help out. We are already looking to smash our record next year! Thanks to everyone who donated. The staff and students of Faha NS would like to wish everyone a Happy Christmas and a safe New Year 2022."
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