Welcome Walk - Laura Dow

On Tuesday 8^th September, the whole of Balwearie joined together to take part in a sponsored walk to raise money for Welcome Primary. In the morning my leadership class gathered in the library to count the money which, at that point, was approximately £9000. A group of us dressed up as ‘Where’s Wally’ which included a red and whited striped t-shirt and hat and a pair of round black glasses. We also had South African flags painted on our cheeks by Rachel and Rebecca.

 

After a short break we began turning the park into the perfect route. To make the day easier and fun we used golf buggys to get around the park carrying chairs, tables and pupils. Whilst Amy sat in the front, Rachael and I were hanging on the back of Mr Clunie’s golf buggy.

 

Me, Amy and Rachael were stationed at point D. It was freezing cold and we were shivering. Quickly pupils began making their way round the park. Everyone was happy and having a good time despite being cold. To try and keep us warm we were dancing about our station. Me and Amy were hiding in the crowds of people and behind trees to try and disguise us like in the ‘Where’s Wally’ books. It was really funny and made us laugh a lot. Many people dressed up for the occasion, there was a Scooby-Doo, minions, a hot dog, pirates and Hawaiian hula dancers. 

 

All in all the walk was a successful day in which everyone who took part had fun and a lot of money was raised for Welcome Primary although we will not find out the total until it is announced in assembly