We're off to Africa
STAFF and pupils from Falkirk High School have an end of term 'field trip' with a difference to look forward to.
Instead of taking a coach to the science museum or Antonine Wall they will be taking a wide-bodied jet to Africa to spend two weeks at school in Malawi.
The adventure for the dozen senior pupils has been arranged by their head of music and art Mariot Dallas whose family founded the Mamie
Martin Fund which built the Bandawe Girls School 15 years ago.
The youngsters will attend lessons during the day and socialise with their hosts during the evening sharing experiences and learning more about each others lifestyles and culture.
When they return home a series of talks are planned to share what they have learned about the country and its young people and raise awareness of the issues which affect them.
Mrs Dallas is the grand- daughter of Mamie Martin, who was a qualified teacher and the wife of a missionary. The couple spent all their lives
in the country.
Mrs Dallas said: "It will be a very positive experience for our young people.
''They will have an ideal opportunity to learn more about their fellow pupils, build a better understanding of the daily challenges they face and hopefully develop lasting friendships."
The pupils will fly out on June 29 with Mrs Dallas and three other teachers – Neil Innes, Jaclyn Conington and Lesley Easton.
The school has planned a series of fundraising events to help pay for the trip, buy some computers for the school and also to help pay for extra staff accomm-odation.
Last Friday, a beetle drive was held in the St Francis Xavier hall, Hope Street.
And on Saturday, May 31, a Malawi Day is scheduled to take place in Callendar Square.
Meanwhile, on Saturday, June 14, a coffee day will be held in Falkirk Old and St Modan's between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. followed by an exhibition and collection in the Howgate on Saturday, June 21.
Anyone who would like to make a contribution towards the initiative should get in touch with the school on (01324) 629511.
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