| A Visit to St Giles |
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| Columns - Guest Writers |
| Friday, 17 July 2009 20:38 |
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I went to St Giles last week and saw something that touched me and that compelled me to write this article. I feel we could do some thing to help. I am not good at writing so I will write what I saw and hope it moves you too. Little Denzel can not see or talk but can only hear. Through dedicated teachers from St Giles, Denzel can take part in sports and other co-curricular activities at his school. St Giles will be having their Sports day on Friday 31 July 2009. I am encouraging those who can to offer help in cash or kind to in preparation for the sports day to do so.
^ St Giles mbira band performs at HIFA. Denzel is one of the many disabled children to participate. Categories for the events include the blind, the deaf, the crippled and handicapped. 4 houses: Red, Blue, Green and Gold will be competing in different sporting disciplines. Other school children are encouraged to attend the sports day to cheer these young energetic and humble kids at St Giles. At the present moment, they are preparing their fields but due to their disabilities, it might take long to have the grounds in order. We would like to encourage those who can to register to help prepare the grounds. Please call me on 011 412575. I am making arragnements to set a date and time for people to come togethetr and help prepare. Donations in cash or tangible goods are also welcome. Those who wish to donate can go directly to the headmistress of St Giles and hand their donations. I spoke to Mr Muzavazi, a teacher at the school, who said that they have problems with people who ask for donations on behalf of them but these donations never reach their destination. To prevent this from happening, I am requesting that all donations be handed directly to the school head. Incidentally, Mr Muzavazi has a music group he teaches at the school. The group took part at this year's Harare International Festival of the Arts. The school is located the suburb of Milton Park along Clayton Road. I hope to see you there on 31st July, 1000hrs. Bring food, bring laughter, bring love but most importantly bring yourself. Yours sincerely Share this page... |
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