EventsNews September, 27th 2014 by

BSM gives peace a chance!

Giving peace a chance at the British School of Marbella.

Giving peace a chance at the British School of Marbella.

BSM gives peace a chance!
A Peace Festival at the British School of Marbella has raised a massive 1,380 euros for charity.

Children, staff and parents dressed up for the event to celebrate the International Day of Peace – with funds going to the International Red Cross.

Mum's getting into the swing of things at BSM

Mum’s getting into the swing of things at BSM

During the festival youngsters sang ‘One Love’ (Bob Marley), ‘Blowing in the Wind’ (Bod Dylan) and ‘Earth Song’ (Michael Jackson).

The youngsters also sold handmade gifts such as peace bracelets, headbands and painted lanterns to help raise the funds.

As well as performances from the pupils, a number of parents also took to the stage including the Year One mums, who sang ‘Love Train’.

 

Mum Kerry dresses up for the event

Mum Kerry dresses up for the event

BSM Headteacher Sian Kirkham, said: “Peace is especially important in today’s world. Celebrating the International Day of Peace enabled our children to consider how we can live together in harmony while raising money for an extremely important charity.

 

Flower power at the British School of Marbella.

Flower power at the British School of Marbella.

“The festival was a huge success and the generosity of our parents was incredible.”

Youngsters dressed as hippies at BSM for the event

Youngsters dressed as hippies at BSM for the event

 

For more photos visit www.bsm.org.es or follow the school on Facebook.

Ash Bolton
British School of Marbella
(0034) 664 062 184 

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