By Laura Michell
St Albans Heights Primary School pupils will be running for a cause later this month.
The school is holding a fun run on October 28 to raise money to resurface its two basketball courts.
Teacher Chris Karageorge said it was hoped the run would raise $10,000.
“We want to resurface the two basketball courts with instant turf that is suitable for outdoors. At the moment the courts are lumpy and bumpy and tree roots have done damage in some parts. It’s a bit of a tripping hazard,” he said. “The courts are usable but not in great condition.”
The fun run will be held throughout the day with prep pupils running around the oval while the older pupils run around the school grounds and surrounding streets. Grade 5 and 6 pupils will be running four kilometres.
Teachers have also signed up for the run.
“[The fun run] is a great way for kids to take pride in the school. It also keeps them active and fit,” Mr Karageorge said.
“A lot of our students come from a low socio-economic background and this gives them a chance to see if they do something small it can make a big impact on their school community.
“It will also help to reduce absenteeism and get families involved.”
The school is hoping the community will get behind the fun run and is asking local businesses to donate fruit and water for pupils. The school is also looking for people to set up and supervise drink stations and cheer on the pupils along the fun run route.
All volunteers must have a working with children’s check and can register their details at the school office.
