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Dear all
As many of you know, every year Iona School supports the local charity, Basket Brigade
As ever, some very moving nominations have been made; young carers, caring for one and sometimes two disabled or poorly parents and women fleeing from domestic violence. Getting a wonderful hamper to let them know they are not alone can be the difference between despair and hope.
FIND OUR MORE HERE: http://www.
You can help!
***We need people for 1 hr TODAY after school to set up tables in the Hall and carry the stuff out of cars and in…
Come on the day!
Or donate a gift for a child or adult – wrapped is ideal – with a removable label saying the age and type of present it is to make sure we deliver it to the right person!
You can drop presents off tomorrow in the Hall.
Children are welcome – It’s a highlight for many and a wonderful way the children see that the “giving” side of the Festive Season is also great fun!! (They remain your responsibility at all times of course!)
Thank you in advance on behalf of the thrilled faces at the door when their delivery arrives!
Best wishes
Laila Risdon
The Basket Brigade Team
You are invited to our…
SAINT MARTIN’S DAY LANTERN FESTIVAL
MONDAY 11TH NOVEMBER 2019 AT 5PM
Before the festival come along to the Winter Café at 3.30pm in the Hall hosted by Class 4/5.
Bring your pennies for homemade hot soup, rolls, cakes, samosas and warm drinks.
All proceeds to Class 4/5’s residential trip next year.
Martin joined the Roman Army at his father’s behest and, though a reluctant soldier, rose to the rank of Tribune within three years. He is remembered as the one who cut his cloak in half in order to clothe a cold and hungry beggar. After this act of charity he dreamt that he saw Christ wearing the half – cloak.
Martin left the army and went to Poitiers to become the disciple of Bishop Hilary. Although Martin would have preferred a quiet and humble life, the people of Tours wanted him to be their Bishop and had to trick him to get him into the cathedral to be consecrated. One story tells that he hid in a goose shed and the people came with their lanterns to find him.
When we are all gathered in the story circle, Class 2/3 will perform a German play about St Martin. This means that the performance space will need to be clear. We will be providing extra seating at the front for the children. Please follow the directions you are given on the night so that we can enjoy the event without long delays.
IF YOU USE THE TOP CAR PARKS PLEASE TAKE GREAT CARE IF TRYING TO DRIVE AWAY WHILE CHILDREN ARE STILL COMING DOWN FROM THE LAND
IN THE EVENT OF BAD WEATHER THE FESTIVAL WILL BE HELD IN THE HALL.
We look forward to seeing you there.
The College of Teachers
Iona School will be closed for Inset Day on Friday 25th October 2019.
The school will also be closed for the Half term holidays on Mon 28th Oct – Fri 1st Nov.
We wish everyone a restful holiday.
Best wishes
The Iona College
