Plympton Academy raises money for Sports Relief

Staff and students from Plympton Academy have been running, rowing and climbing to raise money for Sports Relief.

Over the last five days pupils in Year 7-9 have completed the Sports Relief mile as part of their PE lessons.

“Our pupils were really interested in the Sports Relief reading material that highlighted young people’s mental health,” said Ian Hartley, Head of Religious Studies and Personal Development at Plympton Academy. “It gave many of them that extra boost to get outside and run their mile.”

On Sports Relief day itself students were able to come into school wearing sports related clothing rather than school uniform for a donation of £1. The canteen became the hub of all the activities as staff and students set themselves a challenge to row and climb the equivalent of three peaks; 500 miles!

“It’s been fantastic to see everyone in school get involved with this fundraising event and keeping fit at the same time,” said Principal, Lisa Boorman. “We hope to have raised around £1,000.”