This fall, Barriere Elementary students took fundraising to a whole new level, with duct tape in hand. Challenged by their principal, Mike Brogan, to raise a toonie each for the Terry Fox Foundation, the students eagerly accepted the mission, knowing a fun (and sticky) reward awaited them if they succeeded.
And succeed they did! With nearly 210 students and close to 30 staff members contributing, the school raised an impressive grand total of over $600, averaging more than $3 per participant. To celebrate their achievement, the entire school gathered for a lively assembly on Monday, Oct. 7 where students enjoyed the hilarious, much-anticipated opportunity to duct tape Principal Brogan to a chair.
The atmosphere was electric as the lucky students, selected through the school’s “Golden Paws” recognition program, carefully applied strips of duct tape to secure their good-natured principal. The “Golden Paws” system, which rewards students for displaying the school’s core values of kindness, safety, respect and responsibility, made this event even more meaningful as students earned their participation through positive behaviour.
“Our students really embraced this challenge,” said Principal Brogan. “They showed incredible generosity and school spirit, and I’m thrilled that they got to have a bit of fun while supporting such an important cause.”
A special thank you goes out to Ms. Linda Underhill, Barriere’s dedicated Kindergarten/Grade 1 teacher, who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make the fundraiser a success. Her efforts, combined with the students’ enthusiasm, ensured that the school’s contribution to the Terry Fox Foundation made a meaningful impact.
Barriere Elementary continues to show that when community spirit and a good cause come together, anything is possible—even taping the principal to a chair!
