REIDY Park Primary School’s oval exploded with fun and colour last week as the student leadership team held its first colour explosion day.
More than 75pc of the school’s students participated in a colour-filled obstacle course and 20 minute interactive activities on Friday, raising more than $1200 to help upgrade the school library.
“We are currently upgrading our library, so all of the money raised will go towards that,” Reidy Park Primary School teacher Renae Perryman told The Border Watch on the day.
“The idea came from the school’s eight student leaders as they thought it would be a cool and fun event.
“It really brings the whole school community together and it is all about fun and excitement for the students.”
Ms Perryman said the school’s values of care, courage and respect were incorporated into the day and all participating students had to gain online sponsorship.
“They only had to raise $10 to receive a prize, which they could select online,” she said.
Ms Perryman believes the prize motivated students to raise more money.
“The person who raised the most raised over $500 for our school,” she said.
“This is quite a substantial amount and will have a significant impact.”
The online component made it easier for community members to support the event, according to Ms Perryman.
“Student leadership contacted Australian Fundraising, which provided all the colour, glasses and headbands,” Ms Perryman said.
“Once all the money came into the school, I had to input that data to their system to order the prizes.
“Doing it online raised a lot more as it was convenient for family members that were away and really raised the publicity.”
Ms Perryman believes the event raises important qualities for the students.
“My student leaders learnt about organisation and what actually is required to hold such a large event for everyone,” she said.
“You can feel the hype and the excitement from all of the kids and I hope we can do it again next year.”
