Year 9 students were delighted to donate 15 sleeping bags to ‘The Little Brothers of The Good Shepherd” who run a food service and support for the homeless in the city centre.

Mrs Maggie Hazeldine, Vice Principal set a challenge to each of the 6 tutor groups in year 9 to raise enough money to buy one sleeping bag. She commented: “I think it is important that our young people can show their support for the homeless in our community, especially as the weather’s getting colder. I’ve known the Brothers for many years and they really do a superb job working with very vulnerable people.”

A group of the Year 9 pupils took a trip down to the shelter last week and delivered 17 sleeping bags, far exceeding the challenge!  They had the opportunity to hear all about the work that they do there. Helen Holloway, Fundraiser said: “It’s great that you have managed to donate these sleeping bags. Here in Wolverhampton we have around 15-20 people who sleep outdoors each night and this will make a difference.”